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Temples were adorned with decorative “thoranams” and “mandapams”, while flex boards depicting Lord Siva and Goddess Parvati were installed at various locations

Despite the improvement, officials say the current figure remained below historical levels. Records from 1996 showed 25 active nesting sites, suggesting that the population has yet to fully recover

The move follows complaints by residents and political parties alleging that sand was being illegally extracted and sludge was dumped unscientifically in nearby areas

Allocation ₹143 crore higher than previous year, focus on SHG empowerment, rural livelihoods and One Family One Entrepreneur initiative to support five lakh women, he says

Herath festival in Kashmir sees displaced Kashmiri Pandits celebrate while Muslims recount memories of brotherhood

Abhishek Sharma's T20 World Cup struggles persisted as he was dismissed for a duck against Pakistan, caught by the captain himself in the opening over. This follows an earlier duck against the USA, raising concerns about his form. Despite a previous hospitalization, he was included in the playing XI for the crucial match.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the private sector's crucial role in India's economic future, urging bold investments in innovation and capacity. He highlighted his government's commitment to reforms and decisive governance, while also stressing the need for the private sector to share productivity gains with workers and invest in R&D and quality.

South Korea's 'Korean Wave' has transformed from a niche phenomenon to a mainstream cultural force in India and across the globe, driven by K-pop, K-dramas, and lifestyle trends. This soft power surge, fueled by digital access and strategic state policy, offers a model for global influence, impacting consumption and aspirations across the nation.

India's captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan's skipper Salman Ali Agha skipped the customary handshake at the T20 World Cup toss in Colombo. This continues India's stance, observed since the Asia Cup 2025, sparking debate. While Pakistan expressed openness to the gesture, India's captain remained non-committal, emphasizing a focus on cricket.

The Pentagon is reportedly considering ending its partnership with AI firm Anthropic over restrictions on military use of its technology. Anthropic refuses to allow its AI for mass surveillance of citizens or fully autonomous weapons, frustrating defense officials. While other companies are more accommodating, Anthropic's firm stance on ethical guardrails could lead to a complete termination of their collaboration.