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Police said the residents in Nagathamman Koil Street of Sanjay Gandhi Colony have been complaining about stray dog menace in the locality in recent times

A total of 62,000 dog bite cases were recorded each in January and February, and it rose to 71,000 in March and dipping slightly to 68,000 in April; half of last year’s deaths has been recorded in just four months this year

The occasion makes speakers recall characters of ‘Bayaluseeme Kattepurana’, a column which appeared in Lankesh Patrike for over two decades

A NEET-UG 2026 candidate from Nagpur, initially assigned an exam center in Abu Dhabi, successfully appeared for the re-test in his hometown after the NTA revised the location. The issue gained national attention, prompting swift action from the agency. While the NTA stated the city change was made via the candidate's login, the family maintained their preference for local centers. This incident occurred amidst the ongoing NEET-UG 2026 re-examination.

Passengers and crew flee unscathed as driver acts quickly to halt the bus and summon help

A young student from Bihar's dramatic reaction to being scolded by his teacher has taken the internet by storm. The boy's bold declaration, "Will destroy your school!" has gone viral, sparking widespread amusement and comparisons to movie villains. This unfiltered display of childhood emotion resonated with many, reminding adults of their own dramatic youthful outbursts and providing a refreshing dose of simple, unintentional comedy.

A public data portal is being planned to enable residents and others access the tree database, search for trees by ward or species and report concerns relating to tree health. The database will eventually be handed over to the Mysuru City Corporation as a living record of the city’s green infrastructure.

From royal pageantry and thoroughbred racing to handloom pride and Bollywood glamour, Royal Ascot has increasingly become a stage where Indian identity travels with elegance.

Rejecting that the shortage in food was due to the increase in the number of students, BJP state unit president said the government should have planned depending on the number of students

A Bengaluru tech professional's 12-year career journey, starting with a ₹5,000 monthly salary and no degree, has culminated in a ₹45 lakh annual package and an estimated ₹70 lakh net worth. Despite setbacks like a 2025 layoff, the individual's honest account of gradual growth, career breaks, and self-doubt resonates widely, highlighting the path to a high-paying tech role.

Tragedy struck a seafood processing plant in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district on Sunday when an ammonia gas leak claimed seven lives and hospitalised over 40 individuals. Workers and others at the Manjankaranai facility reportedly collapsed after inhaling the toxic fumes. Emergency services swiftly responded, securing the area and working to control the leak. Those affected were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

Once known for water scarcity, Rayadurgam in Andhra Pradesh is witnessing an ecological revival through community-led water conservation, afforestation efforts

The detailed exercise was carried out in the wake of instances of wild animals, such as the Indian Gaur and the spotted deer, having fallen into open wells

Members of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continued their protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged examination irregularities. Despite police directives to vacate, the group, led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, vowed to stay until the minister resigns and justice is served for students. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk also pledged support, threatening a hunger strike.

Renting a house? Landlords often ask for extensive financial documents, but the Model Tenancy Act of 2021 clarifies tenant obligations. Only basic identification like Aadhaar and PAN cards are legally required for the Rent Authority. Financial history such as salary slips and bank statements are not mandatory under the Act, though landlords may use them for private vetting. Remember, states must adopt this framework for it to be legally binding.

The deceased were identified as A. Selvam (55) and K. Kamatchi (50) of Kunnoor; the injured were rushed to the Government hospital in Rajapalayam

Virat Kohli was named in the squad, but his participation is subject to fitness clearance.