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UDF nominee V.R. Sudheer sweeps aside rivals to become Kochi Corporation Deputy Mayor

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:06
Sudheer secures 46 votes, while P.J. Yesudas of LDF polls 21, and Jalaja S. Acharya of BJP gets six
Categories: National News

Coal block allocations since 1993 illegal: Supreme Court

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:05
There was no fair and transparent procedure, says Bench
Categories: National News

Rare root canal surgery to save canine tooth of Bengal Tiger at Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:03
Sinchana had sustained a severe injury to her canine tooth due to repeated cage-biting
Categories: National News

Dog saved him from bomb; now he saves Lebanon’s abandoned animals

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:00
Houssein Hamze turned his life around after his dog saved him from a devastating bomb attack, and he founded a shelter for abandoned animals in his village. Ignoring the threat of drone strikes, he continually provided food and water for displaced animals. His remarkable dedication attracted international recognition and donations, allowing him to persevere in his mission of promoting kindness towards animals.
Categories: National News

Livelihood initiative launched for Nagaland prisoners

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:00
The Phek district police hope to change the lives of the district jail inmates with ‘Project Revive’
Categories: National News

Bermuda snail rebounds from under 200 survivors to 100,000 released

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:00
Once thought to be lost forever, the incredible Bermuda snail has been successfully revived. A decade ago, a small group was rediscovered and subsequently bred at Chester Zoo. Thousands were released back into safeguarded woodland areas in Bermuda, where six colonies have thrived. This success not only supports ecosystem recovery but also allows conservationists to shift their attention to breeding another rare native snail species.
Categories: National News

'Excuse me. Will you teach your daughter like this?': Kangana clarifies her remarks

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 09:00
Kangana Ranaut intensified her attack on media and protesters, defending her recent remarks. She accused press members of supporting unethical behavior during demonstrations at Jantar Mantar. Ranaut stated that such actions should not be normalized for children and elders. She also contrasted positive Gen Z contributions with negative behaviors displayed. CJP spokesperson Saurav Das questioned Ranaut's language and motives regarding the movement.
Categories: National News

Wayanad landslide rehabilitation: Despite housing, survivors struggle with infrastructure needs and livelihood

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:58
Two years after the Chooralmala disaster, relocated families at Kalpetta in Wayanad say permanent homes bring relief, but poor roads, waste management and rising cost hinder full recovery
Categories: National News

Supreme Court quashes allocation of 214 coal blocks

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:57
Coal blocks allocated to SAIL and NTPC and two Ultra Mega Power Projects have been exempted.
Categories: National News

NHRC seeks report on deaths in Assam factory explosion

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:57
Five people, including the owner of the factory, were arrested in connection with the explosion, which left two other workers severely injured
Categories: National News

'Jana Nayagan': Vijay and Pooja Hegde's film stays steady despite weekday slowdown

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:52
Jana Nayagan collected Rs 1.08 crore net on its seventh day. The film's total India net collection reached Rs 144.48 crore. Weekday collections saw a normal dip after a strong opening weekend. The H. Vinoth directorial continues its steady theatrical run across India. Vijay's farewell film remains a significant Tamil release this year.
Categories: National News

SC closes coal block allocation case against former PM Manmohan Singh

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:52
In 2005, Manmohan Singh, industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla, ex-coal secretary PC Parakh and three others were summoned as accused by the Special Court in corruption allegations pertaining to allocation of Talabira-II coal block in Odisha
Categories: National News

Coal scam: Chronology of events

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:52
Categories: National News

Bill to make delayed registration of births and deaths more stringent introduced in Lok Sabha

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:50
According to the Bill, the system will largely remain unchanged for births or deaths reported between one and two years after the event
Categories: National News

Bengaluru Police Sub-Inspector, Constable accused of robbing house during visit over domestic dispute; CCTV footage submitted to SHRC

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:48
Among other things, the complainant accused a constable of searching the house and taking away cash kept in the kitchen
Categories: National News

Who is Misir Besra? Arrested Maoist leader wanted in 141 cases, carrying Rs 1cr bounty

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:47
Misir Besra, a top Maoist leader with a bounty, was apprehended in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district. He faced charges in 141 cases across multiple Indian states. Two other Maoists were also arrested during this significant police operation. Meanwhile, sixteen Maoists surrendered before Jharkhand Police on the same day. These surrenders included individuals with substantial rewards on their heads.
Categories: National News

Supreme Court dismisses Odisha Govt plea against release of ‘Mahaprabhu Jagannath’, says ‘cannot sit in judgment over art’

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:43
"There is creativity in the country. Animation is for the purpose of children. Nobody is now reading books. These things should not come in the way of art," the bench said.
Categories: National News

Kerala rains: Monsoon likely to intensify; IMD sounds orange alert for three districts on July 29

Hindu - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:42
According to IMD, monsoon conditions in Kerala have strengthened under the influence of the deep depression over central parts of Chhattisgarh and adjoining Odisha
Categories: National News

Shorts protest at Delhi's St Stephen's: Dress code or personal freedom?

Times of India - Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:35
A St Stephen's College shorts ban ignites a debate on student freedom and institutional rules. Students protest the new dress code, which restricts attire in classrooms and other college spaces. This controversy highlights a broader trend of disputes over personal appearance on Indian campuses. Colleges face challenges balancing tradition with students' growing expectations of personal autonomy. The situation tests how Indian campuses manage institutional identity and individual liberty.
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