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India has initiated efforts to join France-led Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a sixth-generation fighter programme, a parliamentary defence panel said. The committee urged the government to prepare a roadmap and timeline for acquiring sixth-generation aircraft and accelerate AMCA development

Australia batter Travis Head has backed himself to continue opening in Tests despite admitting the role does not come naturally to him. After a successful Ashes campaign, Head has become a key part of Australia's Test plans ahead of a packed schedule

Gold prices gained 4.73 per cent during the week as a weaker US dollar, falling Treasury yields and softer-than-expected labour data reduced expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes. Gold climbed to a seven-week high following the jobs report

Delhi Police seized 30 rolls of banned Chinese manja and arrested a 52-year-old man in Seelampur ahead of Independence Day. The raid followed information about illegal storage and sale of the deadly kite string, which poses risks to humans and birds

Talks between the Jharkhand government and protesting aspirants over alleged recruitment exam paper leaks failed to break the deadlock on Saturday. Protesters said their agitation would continue until demands, including cancellation of the 14th JPSC exam and an independent probe, are met

CJI Surya Kant has called for a more inclusive and people-centric justice delivery system, stressing that access to justice begins with dialogue. He said legal services personnel must understand local languages and dialects to address communities' concerns effectively

The Coforge Public Library is launching a Reading Passport and Reading Journal for children on National Book Lovers Day to encourage stronger reading habits. The free resources will help children track their reading, reflect on books and celebrate milestones.

Kerala Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday demanded withdrawal of the order directing full rendition of Vande Mataram during Independence Day celebrations, alleging the UDF government was surrendering to the RSS agenda. CPI(M) leader P Rajeev also criticised the decision

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who recently confirmed her first pregnancy, has shared a glimpse of her preparations for motherhood. The actress was seen reading Ina May's Guide to Childbirth and also shared moments from her August photo dump

As Karma completes 40 years, Anil Kapoor recalled working with legendary actor Dilip Kumar and director Subhash Ghai, describing the experience as “intimidating and inspiring”. He also celebrated the 1986 blockbuster's enduring popularity and musical legacy.

Hyderabad's Old City is gearing up for grand Bonalu celebrations on Sunday, with temples illuminated and elaborate arrangements in place. Thousands of devotees and several VIPs are expected, while around 2,000 policemen will be deployed to manage crowds and security.

A two-and-a-half-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her 14-year-old neighbour in Uttar Pradesh’s Ballia district, police said. The accused allegedly lured the toddler to a secluded spot. He has been detained, while police registered a case under BNS and POCSO provisions

The government has asked Meta to take corrective action against deepfakes and harmful AI-generated content while examining whether its recommendation systems affect the company's intermediary status under Indian law. The Centre is also consulting other platforms on their legal status

Mumbai: Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit is all set to take over the hot seat as the host of the Marathi edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati, titled ‘Kon Honaar Crorepati.’ According to sources close to the development, Madhuri has been roped in to host the Marathi adaptation of the iconic quiz-based reality show, marking her first-ever […]

Barpeta Braves captain Denish Das credited his side's positive mindset after his unbeaten 72 helped secure a 70-run win over Nagaon Rangers in APL 2026. The victory marked their second successive win after losing their opening two matches

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for greater participation of women in academic excellence while addressing IIT Delhi’s 57th convocation. He also honoured meritorious students, where over 3,000 graduates received degrees, and inaugurated the AI-powered Param Pragya supercomputing facility

The Telangana government began operating pumps of the Mahatma Gandhi Kalwakurthy Lift Irrigation Scheme on Saturday after the BRS warned of protests over the delay in releasing irrigation water. Pumps at Yellur, Jonnalaboguda and Gudipalli Gattu were operated.

Australia's H5N1 bird flu cases have crossed 200, with South Australia reporting the highest number and Victoria introducing new measures for poultry producers. Authorities said there have been no detections in Australia's agricultural system and the human health risk remains low.

Ashmita Chaliha defeated compatriot Rakshitha Ramraj 21-13, 16-21, 21-13 in an all-Indian semifinal to reach the women's singles final of the Korea Masters Super 300. She will face China's Han Qianxi in the summit clash.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended IIT Delhi's convocation and congratulated more than 3,000 students, including 587 PhD scholars. He urged them to cherish their campus journey and said they were taking forward the dream of contributing to the country.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has urged the Centre to implement the 2023 Women's Reservation Bill without conditions, accusing the government of unnecessarily linking it to delimitation. His remarks came after Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju sought Congress' support.

Two people were killed and around 20 injured after a KSRTC bus travelling from Kerala to Bengaluru crashed into a roadside signboard and overturned on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway in Ramanagara. Four injured passengers remain in critical condition, police said.

The second round of talks between JPSC-JSSC aspirants and the Jharkhand government is underway in Ranchi. The students are seeking cancellation of examinations conducted by TDPL and an inquiry into alleged irregularities, while their protest at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium continues.

Four people, including two migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh, were killed in two separate road accidents in erstwhile Medak district on Friday night. Several others were injured after a DCM and a passenger auto collided with two-wheelers.