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Kerala's flood woes continue as frequency rises five-fold over a decade

Kerala's floods are becoming more frequent, with the state suffering nearly ₹20,000 crore in losses since 2021 as climate risks intensify across vulnerable districts

Isro eyes 300 satellites in six years, space station by 2035: Chairman

Isro plans at least 300 satellite launches over the next six years, an Indian space station by 2035 and the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission by the end of 2026

TG Mohandas taken into custody over remarks on Delhi Neet protest

Right-wing commentator T G Mohandas was taken into custody in Kochi over alleged remarks on a Delhi NEET protest made in a video uploaded to his YouTube channel

3 Jharkhand PSC members resign amid protests against exam irregularities

All three JPSC members resign amid protests over alleged recruitment exam irregularities, including paper leaks, as the CID investigation widens

CPCB to act against states, UTs violating biomedical waste disposal rules

The green body is hearing a matter regarding violations in the handling, treatment and disposal of biomedical waste by treatment facilities

Delhi HC to hear ED plea against Kejriwal's bail in excise case on Monday

In 2024, the top court granted interim bail to Kejriwal in the money laundering case while referring to a larger bench three questions on the aspect of need and necessity of arrest under the PMLA

Ideological pollution at root of environmental degradation: Ex-SC judge

The former judge said citizens have a constitutional right to a pollution-free environment, but society continues to suffer as widespread indifference towards following the law worsens pollution

Assam floods: 9 dead, 166,000 affected across 304 villages in Jorhat

Floodwaters are gradually receding in Jorhat, where 166,000 people across 304 villages have been affected and nine deaths reported, even as Assam's overall flood toll rises to 99

PM Modi pays tribute to Quit India Movement freedom fighters on anniversary

August 9, 2026, marks the 84th anniversary of the Quit India Movement, one of the defining milestones in the nation's freedom struggle

Households in India, Asia-Pacific regions vulnerable to El Nino shocks: S&P

S&P said the effects of the El Nino period starting in 2026 will reach Asia-Pacific mainly through weaker rainfall and climate disruption, and the macroeconomic impact is likely to be manageable

Milk prices in Maharashtra to increase by ₹2 per litre from August 11

The price hike is expected to affect consumers across the state as milk producers and processors revise the rates of both cow and buffalo milk

Delhi crosses August rainfall average in first 8 days; more rain likely

Delhi recorded its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung receiving 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am

Pradhan says he quit after attempts made to 'mislead' Gen Z during protests

Pradhan said he had approached Prime Minister Narendra Modi and offered to resign from the Union Council of Ministers

Jharkhand job exam row: Govt to hold fresh talks with protesting students

The talks will be held around 12 pm, the member said after the panel held a four-hour meeting with Chief Minister Hemant Soren, appraising him about the progress achieved during the previous rounds

Mining project near India's first marine sanctuary, national park gets nod

The proposed five-hectare mining project in Gujarat lies just 1.6 km from India's first marine wildlife sanctuary and about 6 km from the marine national park.

Govt clarifies UPI to remain free; MDR may apply to large merchants later

The Ministry of Finance said UPI users will continue to pay no transaction charges, while a possible MDR could apply only to select merchant transactions above a threshold.

KPTCL to commercialise surplus dark fibre, expects ₹130 cr revenue

KPTCL has taken a significant step towards strengthening the state's digital infrastructure by commercialising surplus 'dark fibre' on its 6,119-km optical ground wire network, officials said

UPI to remain free for consumers, govt clarifies proposed MDR rules

The government reiterated that UPI will remain free for citizens, with no charges on everyday transactions for consumers

Russia sanctions bill may expose Indian exports to 100% US tariff: GTRI

US Senate's approval of a bill on Russia sanctions could expose Indian exports to additional tariffs of up to 100 per cent if India continues buying Russian crude oil, think tank GTRI said

NDMC to take over Central Vista road upkeep after nearly two decades

The handover will bring the maintenance of the prominent stretches back under the civic body's existing road network in Lutyens' Delhi