Massive traffic jams, waterlogged roads throw life out of gear

The accident occurred near the Kaithal road bridge, and the car occupants were residents of Sector 13 in the city

Haryana received widespread rainfall, providing relief from the heat. While beneficial for bajra and cotton, July's below-normal rainfall in paddy-growing areas like Karnal is concerning. Some areas like Rohtak and Mahendragarh saw significantly above-average rainfall. Farmers worry about groundwater depletion if August remains dry. The IMD forecasts more rain.

Gang active in 4 states; prime accused absconding with portable ultrasound machine

The decision assumes significance in view of the state's mounting debt burden

Vatsayan belongs to Hiranagar, Hamirpur, of Himachal Pradesh

Alternate route via Kamand–Kataula open to light motor vehicles

The state government approved OBC reservation in urban bodies, formed a Backward Classes commission, and increased healthcare staff. It provided financial aid to flood-affected families, established a tourism council, and increased security at manufacturing units. Additional decisions included age relaxation for teacher exams, orphan seat reservations, and uniform water tariffs in Solan.

#KashmirAngle: Party banks on grassroots work, bringing back leaders and voter fatigue

India has initiated tenders for the 1,856 MW Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project on the Chenab River, near Pakistan. This follows the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty due to the Pahalgam terror attack. India aims to optimize Indus water usage, with the treaty's future uncertain.

Omar Abdullah invited travelers to Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting its beauty, culture, and hospitality. He promoted tourism exchange with Gujarat at the Travel & Tourism Fair in Gandhinagar, where J&K is showcasing its offerings. He met with the Gujarat Chief Minister to discuss inter-state cooperation.

The Amarnath Yatra resumed via the Baltal route but was suspended from Jammu due to bad weather. No pilgrims left Jammu this morning. Maintenance on the Pahalgam axis and heavy rains in the yatra area caused the changes. No convoys will move from Jammu on Thursday.

Gupta laid out an expansive vision for transforming the face of Delhi during a seminar on sustainable development in the NCT titled "Growth Bhi, Green Bhi"

The probe agency finds Rs 100 crore in foreign remittances

Shashi Bhushan Kumar Singh, a 1988-batch IPS officer, is the new Delhi Police Commissioner, succeeding Sanjay Arora. Singh, currently DG of Home Guards, has extensive experience and will serve in an additional capacity. Arora retired after three years, ending a 37-year career.

Shashi Bhushan Kumar Singh faces a challenging tenure as Delhi Police Commissioner. Key concerns include rising street crime (snatching, theft), increasing extortion by gangs, escalating drug abuse, and severe traffic congestion. He must also address political sensitivities and work toward the goal of eliminating drug abuse by 2027.

Police say the weapons were meant to fuel gang rivalries and disrupt peace in the region

The committee has raised its objections with Chat GPT, DeepSec, Grok, Gemini AI, Meta, Google, VO3, Descript, Runway ML, Pictori, Magisto, Invideo, Dell-E2, Midjourney and DPAI, among others

Dam to go a long way in increasing availability of water for irrigation in villages

AAP block president Gurmej Singh opposes the land pooling policy in Tarn Taran, where approximately 100 acres of land will be acquired. He urged Minister Ravjot Singh to consult directly with affected farmers, including those in his village, Jodhpur.

Shoots off letter to PCMS Association | Body announces separate probe from today, to visit hospital

The Health Minister inspected Nawanshahr District Hospital, focusing on patient care and medicine availability. He demanded a month's medicine buffer and no outside purchases. He emphasized uninterrupted oxygen and power. He also announced a new medical college and upcoming doctor recruitment.

Jalandhar authorities demolished an illegal property owned by drug trafficker Harvinder Singh, who has 18 FIRs against him. The action, part of the 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' initiative, aims to deter drug trafficking and reclaim neighborhoods. Citizens are encouraged to report drug activity confidentially via WhatsApp.

An 18-year-old was murdered in Ghah Mandi due to a feud. CCTV footage shows a group attacking Rahul with knives. He died at the hospital. Police are investigating, and a case has been registered. A similar murder occurred in July.

Beyond acres, it's the emotional and economic stakes of land for Punjab farmers

Civic body took action following numerous complaints from residents, councillor

Ludhiana police arrested gangster Kuldeep Kumar (Sunny Nai) on a production warrant for a Rs 50-lakh extortion case. Sunny is suspected of making the extortion call to a tour operator, and is also being investigated for potential connections with gangster Vicky Marado and Khalistani terrorist Harinder Singh Rinda. Sunny faces multiple serious charges.

The Punjab State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ordered the Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) to refund Rs 1.76 lakh to Baljinder Singh for failing to provide water and sewerage connections. The LIT also fined Singh while the property was unusable. The Commission upheld the refund with 8% interest and awarded additional costs, rejecting the LIT's claim that sewerage isn't a basic amenity.

It has also been made clear that all the officials will remain suspended and will be posted 'only outside Patiala'

ADM Isha Singal has invoked powers under Section 163 of the BNSS, 2023, to issue prohibitory orders effective from July 31 to September 30

Said he has repeatedly urged the concerned officials to expedite the processing of the pending gratuity dues to no avail

The court orders came in a case involving the non-payment of dues to a former employee

Meena Kumari (August 1, 1933-March 31, 1972)

Munshi Premchand’s birth anniversary (July 31, 1880 – October 8, 1936)

Johnny Walker (Nov 11, 1926-July 29, 2003)

World War I (28 July, 1914 – 11 Nov, 1918)

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The author’s flair lies in blurring the boundaries between myth and reality

The book provides a vantage point from which to make sense of this great phenomenon of both the pre-modern and modern world

His latest project is a quiet exploration of life along the riverbanks of India

The film follows an elderly couple in a near-abandoned village in Uttarakhand as they navigate life & the inevitable

Radhika Surana’s solo show in New Delhi is an evocation of natural motifs in various forms

34 cultural practitioners from both countries participate in the third edition of Villa Swagatam

#Travelogue:Perched along the Baspa River fed by melting snow, the landscape was straight out of a postcard

Retired Navy officer Gaurav Gautam and wife Vaidehi attribute the unusual choice to their fascination for ‘slow travel and a life free from the grind’

Cango Caves in South Africa are one of the oldest in the world, and offer a delightful geological exploration

Monsoon lends a luminous quality to the Pink City

Dilip Kumar represents the journey of an ‘acting teacher’ who developed his theory through practical demonstrations in his films

Director-writer Farhan P Zamma feels a good director should be true to his own experiences and audiences

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In Karnataka’s regional cuisine, red chilli powder is a key ingredient, often balanced with ghee

Stuffed Kashmiri morels, slow-cooked in a royal saffron gravy and served with millet khichdi, are nourishing and bring rustic charm to the plate

Symbolic of Punjabi hospitality and seasonal wisdom, the ‘Mitthi Te Namkeen Thali’ of slow-cooked Kheer and Pude is as much about tradition as it is about taste

This timeless recipe brings together tender minced meat, chana dal, and a medley of spices to create deeply flavourful kebabs that are crisp on outside and soft within

In Karnataka’s regional cuisine, red chilli powder is a key ingredient, often balanced with ghee

If time and age had defeated Djokovic, Siraj was  undone by the elements, symbolised by the tricks of a leather ball that spun India out of the match.  

Why do chaps persist with writing, given the hardships involved?

Passing the buck and blame is also very human

Understanding the time value of right action, and acting on it, can enrich our life

Psoriasis is linked to increased cardiovascular risk due to systemic inflammation impacting fat tissue, leading to insulin resistance. The study suggests cardiovascular screening and lifestyle changes are vital for psoriasis patients, along with potential benefits from certain medications.

Also identifies notable 13% familiar prevalence among those diagnosed with B variant

Data of over 30,000 individuals across 13 studies also revealed that developing symptoms at a young age can take a longer time — over four years — before diagnosis

CDSCO is monitoring ranitidine due to NDMA, a potential carcinogen. The DTAB recommended a study on the drug's safety, prompting manufacturers to monitor NDMA levels, and consider measures like reducing shelf life. An expert committee's report spurred these actions.