India Opens Attari and 10 More Entry Points to E-Visa Holders
India e-visa entry points now total 88 after the government notified Attari e-visa access, Bhopal Airport, Tirupati Airport and eight other land ports during 2026, giving eligible foreign travellers more authorised routes into the country. India Opens Attari and 10 More Entry Points to E-Visa Holders New Delhi, August 11, 2026: India has expanded its electronic visa network by notifying 11
Hyderabad Police Warn of ‘Rent a Boyfriend’ Online Scam
Hyderabad Police Warn of ‘Rent a Boyfriend’ Online Scam Hyderabad, August 11, 2026: Hyderabad Police have warned women and young girls about a “rent a boyfriend” online scam spreading through social media. Fraudsters are allegedly using attractive advertisements, fabricated companion packages and fake discounts to collect advance payments and personal information. Hyderabad City Police Commissioner VC Sajja
Two girls found dead at Bengaluru airport hotel; father injured
The Bengaluru airport hotel deaths have prompted a police investigation into child deaths after two sisters were found dead and their father injured. Officers are also examining a family dispute note recovered from the room as they work to establish the motive. Police investigation into child deaths Two sisters, aged five and 10, were found dead i
Parliament disruptions in India: Is Opposition losing its voice?
Parliament disruptions in India have repeatedly interrupted the Monsoon Session. While protests can spotlight important issues, they also weaken Question Hour accountability and parliamentary bill scrutiny, leaving Opposition MPs with fewer opportunities to challenge the government.
Startup politics reshapes India through PK, Vijay and Annamalai
Startup politics in India is gaining attention after Prashant Kishor’s Bankipur victory, the rise of the Vijay TVK government and Annamalai’s political movement. Their progress shows how new parties, youth outreach and digital campaigns can challenge established political forces.
Tamil Nadu teen wins Rs 3.55 crore Brown University scholarship
Tamil Nadu teen wins Brown University scholarship reportedly worth Rs 3.55 crore. Erode student Pranav Ilango will study Public Health and Applied Mathematics after years of academic preparation, mentorship and global recognition. Seventeen-year-old Pranav Ilango from Erode, Tamil Nadu, is set to begin his undergraduate studies at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. According to the published report, he has received financial support valued at Rs 3
Sonipat man’s daughters watch funeral online, send Rs 5,100
Daughters watched their father’s funeral on video call after 74-year-old Shivcharan Ramratan Gupta died at a Sonipat old-age home. Staff and residents performed the cremation as his daughters joined the last rites online and sent Rs 5,100. Sonipat old-age home death raises concerns Shivcharan Ramratan Gupta, a 74-year-old former textile trader originally from Mumbai, died following a prolonged
Asmita Dey’s UP reward eligibility reviewed after CWG judo gold
Asmita Dey UP reward eligibility has sparked debate after her Commonwealth judo gold. Although the Tripura-born athlete represents UP and serves in its police, UP athlete reward rules include domicile, education and representation conditions. Asmita Dey’s historic gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games has been followed by questions over her eligibility for a ₹1.5 crore cash award from the Uttar Pradesh government.
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: What homebuyers should know
The RBI repo rate impact on home loan EMIs remains limited after the rate was held at 5.25%. The policy pause supports stable borrowing costs, but the RBI policy impact on homebuyers depends on lenders, loan benchmarks and reset dates. The Reserve Bank of India has kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its August 2026 monetary policy review, extending the pause for a fourth consecutive meeting. The six-member Monetary Polic
Kerala heavy rain shuts schools in 10 districts, camps expanded
Kerala school holiday August 5 has been announced across 10 rain-hit districts. With Kerala schools closed and flood relief camps expanded, authorities are responding to waterlogging, rising rivers and continued IMD rainfall alerts. Kerala schools closed in 10 districts Heavy rain continued to affect large parts of Kerala on Wednesday, A
Lucknow police uncover Dubai gold smuggling double-cross
The Lucknow Dubai gold smuggling case emerged after two suspects allegedly stole a ₹30 lakh consignment from their own courier. Lucknow police gold recovery efforts also exposed a Dubai gold courier network operating across several states. Lucknow police have arrested two suspected members of an interstate gold smuggling syndicate after recovering a capsule containing 203.92 grams of gold powder valued at approximately ₹30
Maharashtra bans non-dairy paneer: violators face jail, fine
Maharashtra has prohibited the manufacture and sale of analogue or non-dairy paneer across the state as part of a wider campaign against food adulteration. Violators may face imprisonment of up to six months and a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh, depending on the seriousness of the offence. The order, issued by Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, prohibits the manufacturing, processing, packing, storage, transportation, distribution,
Delhi Academics Open Their Doors to Gen Z After CJP Protests
A group of leading Delhi academics welcomed Gen Z students into their homes for informal conversations following the recent CJP protests. The initiative focused on understanding student perspectives, youth activism, academic pressures, and future ambitions through open and respectful dialogue. In a unique effort to connect with young people beyond classrooms and lecture halls, several pr
CAT 2026 Registration Opens Today: MBA Entrance Exam on Nov 29
CAT 2026 registration has started for candidates seeking MBA admission to IIMs and top business schools. Conducted by IIM Indore, the CAT exam 2026 will be held on November 29. Applicants should review eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and complete registration before September 15. The registration process for CAT 2026 has officially begun on August 3, opening the door for thousands of students aspiring to pursue MBA and
Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over anti-paper leak bill
Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over his social media outreach while questioning the anti-paper leak bill. He also raises concerns about student protest FIRs, fast-track courts and the continuing NEET paper leak protests. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has taken a sharp swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his social media outreach to young people. Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra, Dipke suggested
Mirabai Chanu Wins India’s First CWG Gold With Tricolour Tribute
Mirabai Chanu tricolour tribute added an emotional touch to India’s first CWG gold. Her women’s 48kg weightlifting victory and emotional podium moment during the national anthem became a proud moment for the country. Mirabai Chanu gave India a memorable sporting moment after winning the country’s first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event. Her victory was made even more special by a personal patriotic gesture tha
Can a Protest FIR Affect Your Passport, Job or Foreign Study?
Can protest FIR affect passports, jobs and foreign study? While an FIR alone does not automatically block opportunities, protest FIR passport rules, student visa background checks and police verification may lead to delays and additional scrutiny. Students participating in peaceful protests may assume that an FIR is only a temporary legal problem. However, legal experts warn that even without a conviction, an FIR can create practical difficulties during passport veri
Vizhinjam Port Customs Status Boosts India’s Export-Import Trade
Vizhinjam Port customs status clears the way for direct export-import operations from August 18. The move strengthens the Kerala deepwater port as an India trade gateway, while improving EXIM cargo movement, logistics efficiency and business opportunities. Vizhinjam Export-Import Operations To Begin Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala has been notified as a customs port, allowing it to handle direct export and import cargo. E
Piyush Goyal Files FIR Over AI Deepfake Linked to NEET Protests
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has filed a police complaint over an allegedly AI-generated deepfake video that circulated widely on social media. The altered clip falsely portrayed him as making threatening remarks against students participating in protests over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination. Goyal said the footage had been created by manipulating a video of his interaction with reporters outside Parliament. He alleged that artificial intelligence
