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Muslim leaders of Kakinada demand withdrawal of Waqf amendment bill

KAKINADA Muslim Advocates Association president Mohamed Jawhar Ali on Wednesday urged the withdrawal of the proposed amendment to the Waqf Board Act, alleging it aims to weaken the board.

Language courses in nursing colleges

The State government is considering the introduction of foreign language courses in nursing education to boost employment opportunities abroad.

Union Carbide: SC to Hear Plea Against Waste Disposal in MP

The Supreme Court will hear on Thursday a petition challenging the transportation and planned disposal of 358 metric tons of toxic waste from Bhopal's defunct Union Carbide plant at a treatment-storage-disposal facility (TSDF) in western Madhya Pradesh's industrial town Pithampur.

Caution against earphone & headphone use

THE Union Health Ministry has warned of hearing loss associated with excessive use of earphones and headphones, especially by the younger population, asking the states and medical colleges to create awareness against its prolonged usage as it could lead to \"irreversible hearing damage\".

THE WAY TO COUNTER RECIPROCAL TARIFFS

INDIAN manufacturing, already in a vulnerable position, is likely to be severely affected by US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs.

SLBC workers will be rescued in 2 days: Uttam

DESPITE rescue teams making little headway in saving the eight workers trapped in the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel, Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Wednesday, five days after the accident, declared that a concrete plan is in place to bring them out within two days.

Punjab reveals a grand plan to revive tourism

Preserving Sikh heritage remains a priority, with restoration efforts underway at several historic places...

11 with viral fever shifted to hospital from hilltop villages for treatment

ELEVEN people suffering from viral fever were shifted from hilltop villages in Srungavarapukota mandal to the area hospital on Wednesday by rapid response teams.

Wipro Announces $200 Mn Investment in Venture Arm

WIPRO on Wednesday announced that it will be committing $200 million to its venture arm, Wipro Ventures, in its latest round of funding.

Thousands Take Holy Dip in Godavari River

Heavy rush at 50 Shiva temples in East Godavari district; elaborate arrangements made at bathing ghats

Centre asks MP govt to look into forest rights claims

THE Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has asked the Madhya Pradesh government to address complaints about a significant rise in rejection of applications related to community and individual forest rights claims filed through the Van Mitra mobile application, officials said.

Notorious thief arrested, ₹5.2 lakh loot recovered

TANUKU police arrested a notorious criminal and recovered 69.5 grams of gold and 1,144 grams of silver ornaments worth ₹5.20 lakh on Wednesday.

Micromax to manufacture solar panels

MICROMAX INFORMATICS, the country's consumer electronics brand, announced its entry into the energy sector on Wednesday with the launch of a solar panel manufacturing venture.

Drive to promote UTS app in Waltair Railway Division

THE Waltair Division of East Coast Railway is conducting awareness campaigns and special drives to encourage passengers to use the unreserved ticketing system (UTS) Mobile App.

Uproar over Punjabi language in Class X board

A political controversy erupted in the state after the Punjab government and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Wednesday alleged that the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) had allegedly dropped Punjabi from the list of subjects for the Class 10 Board exams in the new draft norms while the board officials maintained that the list was only indicative and no subjects would be dropped.

BJP's Bihar plank faces hurdle from Lalu's 'M-Y' formula, Bhumihar base

AFTER the BJP's success in Delhi assembly elections, its next major goal is to emerge as the single-largest party in Bihar polls due in October-November.

IndiGo to lease wide-body Boeing 787-9 planes from Norse Atlantic

IN its effort to broaden global presence, country's largest carrier IndiGo has signed another firm agreement with Norway's Norse Atlantic Airways for the damp lease of three wide-body Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Gujarat Soars as India's Bird Capital, Sets Records in Diversity, Conservation

WITH an estimated 18 to 20 lakh birds thriving across its landscapes, Gujarat has cemented its reputation as a haven for avian life.

Govt may introduce sops for solar manufacturing

THE government is planning to introduce an incentive for domestic manufacturing in the solar industry.

Kuldeep To The Fore

When Kuldeep Yadav finished with the figures of 1/53 during the first ODI between India and England in Nagpur earlier this month, it seemed like the spinner was still rusty.

Procurement norms relaxed for startups

Initiative aims to create conducive environment for startups to access markets and compete with biz effectively

Sebi Plans to Hike New Position Limits for Derivatives

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has proposed key reforms in future & options (F&O) segment to curb market volatility and enhance risk management by suggesting introduction of real-time monitoring of open interest and increasing the exposure limits for index derivatives.

Duvvuri Subbarao highlights role of RBI in promoting financial inclusion

FORMER Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Duvvuri Subbarao delivered the Professor R Radhakrishna Memorial Lecture at Dr YVS Murthy Auditorium on the Andhra University (AU) campus on Tuesday.

Research Centre on Addictive Behaviours Coming Up

Concerned with the excessive and problematic use of technology, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has approved the setting up of a Centre for Advanced Research on Addictive Behaviours (CAR-AB).

Gold prices continue to rise on US tariff worries

GOLD prices continue to rise on Tuesday after hitting record high on Monday amid global uncertainty.

GV Reddy's exit evokes mixed response in TDP

THE exit of GV Reddy from AP State FiberNet Limited (APSFL) and his resignation from the TDP primary membership are drawing a mixed response within the yellow party.

EG Officials Intensify Anti-Drug Drive

EAST Godavari district administration has intensified efforts to curb drug abuse and smuggling, with officials stressing the need for stricter enforcement and public awareness.

3 Killed as Elephants Attack Devotees in Annamayya

THREE devotees were killed and two others injured when a herd of wild elephants attacked them in the Seshachalam forest near Gundalakona in Obulavaripalle mandal of Annamayya district in the early hours of Tuesday.

Bowlers, Jonassen power Delhi to win over Gujarat

A STELLAR bowling performance from the pacers followed up by Jess Jonassen's half-century took Delhi Capitals to the top of the table in the Women's Premier League fixture against Gujarat Giants at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Former CJI appears before JPC, calls for caution in holding ONOE

AT the third meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the 'One Nation One Election (ONOE)' Bill, former Chief Justice of India U U Lalit made several suggestions, including rolling out simultaneous polls in a phased manner, said sources.