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August 8, 2026 9:05 PM

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Heavy Rainfall Expected Across Several States on Aug 9: IMD

India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall along over Uttarakhand and Chhattisgarh tomorrow. Heavy rainfall is also expected over Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and parts of No...

August 8, 2026 9:03 PM

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Indian Railways Approves Daily Itarsi-Madan Mahal Passenger Train

Indian Railways has approved the introduction of the daily Train Itarsi-Madan Mahal Passenger, aimed at strengthening rail connectivity across central Madhya Pradesh. The daily passenger service will cover a distance of 242 kilometers in approximately five hours and five minutes. The train will have...

August 8, 2026 8:25 PM

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Rising River Levels Trigger Fresh Flood Concerns in Odisha

Flood threat is mounting in Odisha with rising Baitarani and Salandi rivers triggering fresh concerns in Bhadrak and other low-lying areas. Several villages in Bhadrak face inundation following breaches at vulnerable points along river embankments, while rising water levels are being closely monitor...

August 8, 2026 8:04 PM

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Jharkhand Students’ Agitation Over Exam Irregularities Intensifies

The students’ agitation in Jharkhand over alleged irregularities in JPSC, JSSC and other competitive examinations is intensifying. The matter has now reached the Supreme Court, while talks between the state government and various student organisations are underway.    A petition has been filed in th...

August 8, 2026 7:45 PM

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I-Day Celebrations: IAF Band to Perform in Thiruvananthapuram on August 12, 13

As part of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, Defence Forces and other Armed Forces across the country will organise special band performances. In Keralam, under the aegis of the Southern Air Command, the Indian Air Force Band will present a musical tribute to the nation at the Nishagandhi Audi...

August 8, 2026 7:28 PM

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Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign to Begin Across Tripura Tomorrow

The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign will begin across Tripura tomorrow along with the rest of the country and continue until August 17. Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has appealed to the people of the state to make the campaign a success by hoisting the national flag at their homes and institutions. The Ch...

August 8, 2026 4:47 PM

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VP C. P. Radhakrishnan Arrives in Sri Vijaya Puram on Two-Day Andaman Visit

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan arrived at Sri Vijaya Puram today on a two-day visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.     On his arrival at INS Utkrosh, the Vice President was accorded a ceremonial reception and Guard of Honour. Mr Radhakrishnan will visit the National Memorial Cellular Jail t...

August 8, 2026 4:40 PM

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BJP Accuses AAP Govt of Failing to Maintain Law and Order in Punjab

The BJP has alleged that the law and order situation in Punjab has deteriorated under the Aam Aadmi Party government in the state. Addressing a Press Conference in New Delhi today, BJP MP Tarun Chugh has claimed that law and order in Punjab is ‘on a ventilator’ and alleged that doctors, lawyers, bus...