Indian women’s hockey team head coach Sjoerd Marijne stressed that while the team are pleased with their progress, they remain hungry for greater improvement, saying, “We are happy, but we want more.” His remarks came after India advanced to the second round of the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 following a 0-0 draw against … Read more
BPCL has launched a district-level Compressed Biogas (CBG) ecosystem in Satna, MP. The initiative converts local waste into clean energy, supplying domestic and commercial PNG customers and CNG vehicles, creating a decentralised waste-to-energy model. Maharatna PSU Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has set up a district-level Compressed Biogas (CBG) ecosystem in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, using … Read more
Former Australia all-rounder Moises Henriques has made a big start with Portugal. The 39-year-old scored a brilliant 111 runs against Czechia in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Europe Qualifier C in Finland. Henriques was also leading Portugal in the match. His big innings helped Portugal score 211 runs for six wickets in 20 overs. He had already made a … Read more
The HP High Court dismissed a state appeal against granting work-charge status to a Class-IV worker, imposing a ₹25,000 fine on the government for pursuing litigation in a matter already settled by judicial precedent, calling it harassment. The Himachal Pradesh High Court has dismissed a State government appeal challenging the grant of work-charge status to … Read more
Shillong: Vishal Kaith turned hero, pulling off two crucial saves in the penalty shootout to send Mohun Bagan Super Giant into the final of the 135th Durand Cup as the Mariners prevailed 4-3 on penalties against NorthEast United after the second semifinal ended 0-0 in regulation time at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Thursday. … Read more
Ahead of the Monsoon Session, Himachal Pradesh LoP Jai Ram Thakur said the Assembly must play the full Vande Mataram as per law, not Congress directives. He also stated that BJP will raise issues like corruption and unemployment in the House. Vande Mataram Controversy The former Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh and Leader of Opposition … Read more
Hyderabad police booked Minister Konda Surekha’s ex-OSD Sumanth under the BNS Act. In a separate case, a 26-year-old woman was killed in an accident involving a speeding Aston Martin, allegedly driven by Janasena MP’s son Lingameneni Sanjush. Case Against Minister’s Former OSD The Hyderabad police on Thursday registered a case against Sumanth, the former Officer … Read more
HP Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania chaired an all-party meeting ahead of the 10-day Monsoon Session, seeking cooperation. Opposition’s Jai Ram Thakur alleged attempts to suppress voices, while the ruling side urged constructive debate. Speaker Seeks Cooperation for Smooth and Meaningful Session The Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Thursday chaired an all-party … Read more
On August 21, 2026, India’s 24K gold price is Rs 1,58,390 per 10 grams, with silver rates also being watched. Prices for both precious metals vary across major cities due to local factors like demand and transport costs. Gold and silver prices will remain closely watched on Friday, August 21, 2026, as investors, jewellery buyers … Read more
Ravi Teja’s Irumudi has premiered overseas ahead of its August 21 India release. Early viewers have shared mixed-to-positive reactions, praising the actor’s performance while highlighting the film’s emotional and spiritual themes. Ravi Teja’s much-awaited Telugu film Irumudi has finally begun its theatrical run, with overseas premieres taking place ahead of its India release on August … Read more