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From Potti Sriramulu to Sonam Wangchuk: Hunger strikes that made headlines

From the creation of Andhra State to the anti-corruption movement and the demand for Telangana, these landmark fasts left a lasting imprint on India's politics, governance and public discourse

E20 fuel damage case: Raipur consumer court orders Maruti to replace car

The Raipur District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission held that consumers could not be expected to avoid using E20 petrol when it had become the commonly available fuel at petrol pumps.

Why AAIB won't release AI171 cockpit recordings as probe nears end

The Air India AI171 crash probe is nearing completion, but the AAIB says releasing cockpit voice recordings would breach Indian law and international aviation rules

Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike enters Day 19: Here's what's happening

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar in support of the CJP's demands over alleged NeetT irregularities, exam reforms and accountability

ITR filing: Step-by-step guide to downloading bank interest certificate

Filing your ITR? Here's how to download your bank interest certificate and why it matters for accurate tax filing

CBDT notifies Cost Inflation Index for FY2026-27 at 384. What it means

A higher index means the inflation-adjusted cost of acquiring an asset will be higher than it was in FY26

Karnataka proposes law to change apartment ownership rules: Details

The proposed Bill gives apartment owners greater rights, sets redevelopment rules and brings ageing buildings under scrutiny

Gulf nations race to build oil routes beyond Hormuz amid Iran conflict

As tensions with Iran expose the risks of the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf nations are investing in new pipelines and ports to secure oil exports and reduce dependence on the key waterway

NPCIL denies sensitive data breach at Kudankulam nuclear power plant

NPCIL said the information claimed to be available in the public domain pertains only to Balance of Plant common service facilities and does not relate to any nuclear related information

Delhi braces for hot, humid day; IMD warns of heavy rain across country

While Delhi is expected to remain hot and humid under partly cloudy skies, the IMD has forecast widespread heavy rainfall over eastern and northeastern states, with extremely heavy showers over Odisha

Q1 results today: Wipro, BHEL, Tech Mahindra among 40 firms on July 16

Q1FY27 company results: Firms including Jio Financial Services, ITC Hotels, Ceat, Polycab India, Piramal Finance, and South Indian Bank are also to release their April-June earnings today

IRCTC launches beta version of new website: Check features, booking steps

The beta version of IRCTC's redesigned website is now live, offering a simpler interface, faster ticket booking, fewer interruptions and improved seat availability

What is a 'monsoon break' and why does it matter for paddy farmers?

The IMD has forecast a week-long break in the southwest monsoon. Here's why the monsoon takes a pause every year, why this year's break seems unusual, and what it could mean for paddy cultivation

Follow July 31 ITR deadline: Filing your return late has hidden costs

The late fee is only part of the cost. Missing July 31 can affect refunds, tax savings and future claim

Naya Safar Yojana: Subsidies, tax waivers for cleaner vehicles explained

The Naya Safar Yojana combines subsidies, tax waivers, and cheaper loans to encourage cleaner commercial vehicles across the capital

China-backed Pakistan copper mine warns of shutdown amid Balochistan unrest

The warning highlights how rising insurgent attacks in Balochistan are threatening Pakistan's copper exports and billions of dollars in Chinese investments

Cabinet clears ₹1.28 trn ISM 2.0, approves ₹62,500 cr for mobile scheme

India's semiconductor push enters its next phase as the Cabinet approves the ₹1.28 trillion Semicon 2.0 programme focused on the entire chip ecosystem

Ignoring a property mutation notice could cost you legal rights: SC

The ruling highlights why every property mutation notice deserves attention, even if you think your rights are secure

India's first ISP data: Hotels, retail drive services growth in April

The trial Index of Services Production offers a monthly snapshot of India's services economy, with hotels, retail, and administrative services leading growth in April

Beyond generics: $731 mn PE funding fuels India's pharma innovation push

India's pharmaceutical sector is beginning to shift from manufacturing generics to developing novel medicines, backed by rising private investment, stronger research and policy support