India and Canada have agreed to deepen investment and financial cooperation while targeting CAD 70 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Treaty talks could strengthen investment ties India has expressed its readiness to begin negotiations with Canada on a Bilateral Investment Treaty at the earliest, marking another important step in the revival of economic relations between New Delhi and Ottawa.

NIELIT plans a Rs 730.70 crore Quantum and AI university campus offering education, research, skilling and startup support in Amaravati. Campus receives in-principle approval from APCRDA Amaravati’s ambition to become a national centre for advanced technology has received another major boost with a Rs 730.70 crore NIELIT Quantum and Artificial Intelligence university campus planned in the Andhra Pradesh capital region. The Nati

Veteran Telugu actor and producer GV Narayana Rao passed away at the age of 73 after battling health issues for some time. Known for his work in films, television and production, he leaves behind a long career that spanned lead roles, supporting performances and successful collaborations with major stars. GV Narayana Rao Passes Away After Health Issues GV Narayana Rao breathed his last on Wednesday at

Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 9:24 PM EDT across most of the United States. The near-total lunar eclipse will cover 96.3% of the Moon but will not be visible in India due to daylight. Partial Lunar Eclipse 2026 Detailed Description A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur during the night of Thursday, August 27, and the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026. At maximum eclipse, approximately 9

Nairobi, Kenya: India has emerged as a major fuel supplier as Kenya replaces declining Gulf shipments without suffering a significant import shortage. India Fuel Exports To Kenya Rise As Gulf Shipments Decline India has emerged as one of Kenya’s leading suppliers of refined petroleum products as conflict-related disruptions in West Asia reshape established energy trade routes. Shipping and commodity-market data indicate that In

Tadepalli, Andhra Pradesh: YS Jagan criticised the coalition government and reacted confidently to reports predicting a YSRCP comeback in 2029. YS Jagan Responds To Surveys Predicting 2029 Comeback Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has signalled confidence about his party’s prospects in the 2029 Assembly election, although he stopped short

Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh: The new legislature complex is planned with expanded chambers for 265 MLAs and 110 MLCs. Amaravati Assembly Building Designed For Expanded Legislature The permanent Andhra Pradesh legislature building under construction in Amaravati is being designed to accommodate a considerably larger number of elected representatives. State Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar said t

Chennai, Tamil Nadu: TNSTC will operate additional buses from August 27 to 30 to manage increased travel during the weekend and wedding season. TNSTC Special Buses From Chennai Announced For Weekend Rush The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation has announced additional bus services from Chennai and other major cities between August 27 and August 30. The special arrangements are intended to accommod

Thursday, August 27, 2026: Women can travel free throughout the day on all eligible Ama Bus services operated by CRUT. Bhubaneswar, Odisha: The offer covers seven cities and is expected to benefit nearly one lakh women passengers. Free Ama Bus Travel Available Throughout August 27 BHUBANESWAR: Women can travel without paying a fare on all Ama Bus services operating across seven major Odisha cities on Thursday, August 27, under a special initiative ann

India and China announced an eight-point consensus following high-level boundary negotiations. Beijing, China: NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi agreed on new measures to manage the LAC and advance border talks. India China Border Consensus Sets Faster Crisis Response India and China have reached an eight-point consensus aimed at improving crisis management along the Line of Actual Control and advancing negotiations

Thursday, August 27, 2026, 7:27 AM IST: USGS confirmed that a glacial collapse, rather than an earthquake, triggered the catastrophic Nepal floods. Kathmandu and Nepal-Tibet border: At least 160 people were killed, while hundreds remained missing across Nepal and Tibet. Nepal Flash Floods Traced To Massive Glacial Collapse KATHMANDU: The catastrophic flash floods that devastated communities alon

Nearly 100 people died and more than 750 remained missing after a Tibet-origin flash flood devastated several districts in Nepal on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The missing included 133 Indian nationals as rescue teams searched damaged towns along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers. Nepal Flash Flood Leaves Nearly 100 Dead, 133 Indians Missing Nearly 100 people were reported dead and more than 750 remained miss

Raksha Bandhan is often associated with rakhis, sweets and gifts, but for Gen Z siblings, the celebration is also about the everyday moments that make their bond unique. A sarcastic roast, a random meme, a fight over snacks or a late-night conversation can express affection more naturally than a formal emotional message. Their relationships may look chaotic, but they are often built on trust, shared memories and the comfort of knowing that someone will stand by them when it matters.

Trump administration pauses visa appointments worldwide The Trump administration has paused visa appointments for applicants around the world as U.S. embassies and consulates begin a global training initiative for consular officers. A U.S. State Department spokesperson said visa-service appointments would be adjusted to accommodate the training. The department did not provide a detailed timeline or specify how long the disruptions could last at individual diploma

Tiruchy airport begins domestic cargo operations Domestic cargo operations have commenced at the passenger terminal of Tiruchy International Airport, opening a new air-freight option for businesses and traders in the region. The service began on Tuesday after the airport received final security vetting approval from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, or BCAS. The approval allows domestic cargo handling to start before a dedicated cargo terminal is developed a