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Cinema must catch up with Punjabi culture, global viewers

India, July 29 -- A few months ago, hit by a familiar wave of homesickness in the United States, I did what so many in the diaspora do: I went looking for home on a screen. I grabbed a hot cup of dudh... Read More


FCI sold rice to ethanol plants below acquisition cost, RS told

New Delhi, July 29 -- The Food Corporation of India (FCI) sold rice to ethanol distilleries at Rs.2,250-2,320 per quintal between June 2025 and June 2026, roughly 40% below its average acquisition cos... Read More


Define digital arrest as a standalone offence: SC

New Delhi, July 29 -- The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that digital arrest frauds require to be defined as a standalone offence with harsh punishment and a provision to attach assets of accused after... Read More


Assam flood toll rises to 75; rains wreak havoc in Himalayan states

New Delhi, July 29 -- Seven more deaths have been reported on Tuesday from the flood-affected districts in Assam, raising the toll to 75. Chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has relaxed the norms for p... Read More


TN minister boycotts convocation of varsity over state anthem row

CHENNAI, July 29 -- Tamil Nadu higher education minister P Viswanathan boycotted the 33rd convocation of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University in Tirunelveli on Tuesday after the Centre's directive placed... Read More


Ukraine: Ship with 13 Indian crew trapped in port hit by missiles

Mumbai, July 29 -- The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) on Tuesday said all crew members aboard MV Amir 1, a Tanzanian-flagged general cargo vessel stranded at Ukraine's Chornomor... Read More


Public bankS' net profits triple in 4 yrs, npa lowest in decades

New Delhi, July 29 -- The financial health of public sector banks (PSBs) has improved sharply, with combined net profit touching a record Rs.1.98 lakh crore in 2025-26 and gross non-performing assets ... Read More


Late bloomer Saransh gets India call-up for Tests in SL

Mumbai, July 29 -- As India head to Sri Lanka for a two-Test series in August with renewed hope to keep the World Test Championship dream alive, the squad will include a domestic journeyman with a cha... Read More


Grit and glory: Shot putter Sharmila beats odds for gold

New Delhi, July 29 -- Some stories write themselves, and Sharmila Dhankar's gritty journey of fortitude and resilience is one of them. The celebration of her rise from the lowest point burnishes her a... Read More


Haryana cabinet nod to 100% tax exemption on EVs costing up to Rs.30L

Chandigarh, July 29 -- The Haryana council of ministers on Tuesday approved a 100% motor vehicle tax exemption for new electric or battery operated two-wheelers, three-wheelers (autos and e-rickshaws)... Read More