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Veteran playback singer S Janaki dies at 88 due to age-related ailments

Known for her versatility, Janaki recorded over 48,000 songs in multiple languages, predominantly the South Indian languages of Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam

Atanu Chakraborty's payout from HDFC Bank rose 3.5% to ₹1.07 cr in FY26

his was higher than the Rs 1,03,58,871 earned in FY25, as per the annual report for the previous fiscal

10 tourists from Tamil Nadu, 3 from Andhra killed in Vietnam boat capsize

The tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized near Phu Quoc Island while returning to An Thoi Port

LTM Q1FY27 results: Net profit jumps 17% to ₹1,468.6 cr, revenue up 18%

The company, promoted by EPC major Larsen & Toubro, had reported a net profit of ₹1,254.6 crore in the year-ago period, and ₹1,387.3 crore in the March quarter

Haryana CM launches upgraded liquor tracking system, online excise services

he chief minister launched the initiatives while reviewing the Excise and Taxation Department's Haryana Vision-2047 roadmap, the implementation of chief ministerial announcements

Telangana govt sets up control room following Vietnam boat tragedy

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy expressed deep shock over reports about the deaths of some tourists from the Telugu states in the boat accident in Vietnam

Despite challenges, India's pace of development 'unprecedented': PM Modi

Amidst global challenges, the speed at which India is developing is unprecedented. Today, India is the world's fastest-growing major economy, PM Modi said

Maharashtra FDA bars sale of some Cadila Pharma drugs over brand confusion

The order is linked to Aciloc 150, Aciloc 150 Plus, Aciloc 300 and Aciloc 300 Plus, which have Ranitidine and Famotidine as APIs

Heavy rain lash parts of India; Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh worst hit

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, very heavy rainfall was recorded over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, East Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya

Haryana launches 'Digital Kavach' initiative to strengthen cyber security

The initiative, 'Haryana Digital Kavach', announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in the 2026-27 state budget, aims to enhance cyber resilience and safeguard government digital infrastructure

India is a launchpad for global growth: PM Modi woos New Zealand investors

"In India, we have made reform, perform, and transform the basis of governance. Today, India has policy stability, political stability, and continuity of growth," he said

West Bengal to launch single-window clearance for investments over ₹100 cr

CM Adhikari said the government was committed to creating a business-friendly environment and attracting fresh investments

New Zealand PM hails India's growth story, urges stronger business ties

Luxon made the remarks at an interaction themed "India-New Zealand: A Winning Partnership", attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on a two-day visit to the country

200,000 micro food processing enterprises covered under PMFME scheme: Govt

The total subsidy amount provided so far under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme is around Rs 6,000 crore

Heavy rain batters Uttarakhand; 120 roads shut, 100 pilgrims rescued

Rescue personnel secured a rope along an alternative path and carefully guided the stranded travellers across one by one

Delhi govt plans to expand ladies special bus service with 50 buses

According to officials, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will run 25 ladies special buses, which will be student-centric U-special, and the remaining 25 will be for Outer Delhi areas

FIFA WC 2026 Golden Ball should go to a goalkeeper, says Subrata Paul

The former India captain, who played a pivotal role in the country's Nehru Cup triumphs in 2007, 2009 and 2012, said exceptional goalkeeping has been decisive in the tournament

Deepti confident India can make early inroads on crucial second day vs ENG

Invited to bat, India posted 285 in their first innings, courtesy half-centuries from senior batters Smriti Mandhana (83), Harmanpreet Kaur (58) and Deepti (57)

Sarvesh earns historic third place at 2026 Monaco Diamond League for India

The 31-year-old Kushare sailed over 2.26m to take the third spot in a star-studded field Friday night and grabbed a remarkable personal milestone

Sathiyan backs India for best-ever table tennis performance at Asiad 2026

With Sharath Kamal retiring from the sport last year, the 33-year-old Sathiyan will have the responsibility of leading a side that has youngsters like Payas Jain and Syndrela Das