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Explained: Why Tamil Nadu Dropped Second Airport Near Chennai
- Aug 24, 2026 15:04 pm IST
- Written by: Sankalp Shrivastava
While the government stands firm with the protesting residents, Chief Minister Vijay assured that Chennai's aviation needs will not be ignored. The state will soon announce a detailed plan for a new airport at an alternative site, he said.
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On India's 'No Press' Request, Sources Cite Trump's "Unpredictable Behaviour"
- Aug 24, 2026 14:54 pm IST
- Reported by: Aditya Raj Kaul
"Discussions regarding arrangements for public appearances of leaders are normal practice ahead of any VVIP visit," sources said
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Man In 13,000-Crore Drug Case Wants To Return To India After Father Deported
- Aug 24, 2026 14:51 pm IST
- Reported by: Mukesh Singh Sengar
The court made it clear that the relief is only to facilitate his travel to India and does not affect the ongoing investigation or legal proceedings against him.
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"Irreversible Setback": MK Stalin On Vijay Dropping Parandur Airport Project
- Aug 24, 2026 14:51 pm IST
- NDTV News Desk
Chief Minister Vijay announced in the Assembly on Monday that steps taken to establish a new airport at Parandur will be abandoned to protect agricultural land and livelihoods.
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Kashmiri Pandits On Edge As Fresh Online Threat Lists Homes, Phone Numbers
- Aug 24, 2026 14:49 pm IST
- Reported by: Pradeep Dutta
Security agencies are verifying the authenticity of the letter and trying to identify those responsible for circulating it.
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Paramilitary Soldier Injured In Manipur Firing, Several Houses Set On Fire
- Aug 24, 2026 14:43 pm IST
- Reported by: Ratnadip Choudhury
The situation escalated at around 9.20 am, when firing broke out in the area as journalists were covering the incident and recording footage of the burnt and damaged houses
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How US Diplomatic Language On Kashmir Has Changed Over Decades
- Aug 24, 2026 14:22 pm IST
- Written by: Ejaz Ul Haq Bhat
After meeting Omar Abdullah in Srinagar, Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an "important part of India".
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15 Flights Diverted From Delhi Airport Amid Heavy Rain, Traffic Jam On Roads
- Aug 24, 2026 14:04 pm IST
- NDTV News Desk
India Meteorological Department (IMD), issued a red alert for heavy rain and a yellow alert for moderate rain across several districts
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Inside Pak's New Law That Has One Man Written All Over It: Asim Munir
- Aug 24, 2026 13:53 pm IST
- Tara Kartha
With a new act, Munir has truly reached the apex. At least most politicians in Pakistan will hope so.
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"Rumours": Maharashtra Hill Tragedy Victims' Relative Over iPhone EMI Claims
- Aug 24, 2026 13:33 pm IST
- Reported by: Puja Bhardwaj
Sangita's sister, Pallavi Patil, has described the iPhone narrative as a "rumour", claiming that people spreading such tales "know nothing".
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BJP Smells Something Fishy In Opposition's Ayodhya Event, Congress Hits Back
- Aug 24, 2026 13:26 pm IST
- Edited by: Debanish Achom
Congress MP Pawan Khera said Ajay Rai is a vegetarian and rejected the BJP's charge as an attempt to divert attention of the public from critical issues like exam paper leaks
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Rahul Gandhi's "Smash The Patriarchy" Call To Women Sparks Congress vs BJP
- Aug 24, 2026 13:06 pm IST
- Edited by: Ashutosh Tripathi
Rahul Gandhi placed women, whom he called India's biggest strength, at the core of his message at an event in Pune, telling them they belong to no one except themselves.
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No Fire Audit Lapse In Maharashtra Hospital Where 3 Newborns Died: Official
- Aug 24, 2026 12:43 pm IST
- Edited by: Anwesha Singh
The fire broke out at around 3:15 am in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) on the third floor of the District Women's Hospital. A ventilator reportedly sparked and triggered the fire.
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TVK Minister Calls Out Misogyny After 'Short Dress' Video Sparks Political Row
- Aug 24, 2026 12:01 pm IST
- Reported by: Vijayagopal Muralidharan
- Edited by: Aastha Ahuja
It began with several social media users, allegedly DMK supporters, sharing a video of a woman in a short dress and questioning if it is Industries Minister Keerthana.
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2 Child Sex Abuse Accused Escape From Srinagar Jail In Big Security Lapse
- Aug 24, 2026 11:48 am IST
- Reported by: Pradeep Dutta
Two undertrials charged under POCSO escape Srinagar Central Jail amid security lapse
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UP Sweet Shop Worker Refuses To Taste His Own Sweets During Food Safety Raid
- Aug 24, 2026 11:29 am IST
- Edited by: Amit Chaturvedi
On District Magistrate's instructions, officials confiscated food samples from the shop. SDM Karanveer Singh told reporters that strict action will be taken if investigation proves the shop owner guilty of selling inferior quality food.
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Transgender Police Trainee Found Hanging In Bathroom In Bihar
- Aug 24, 2026 11:02 am IST
- Edited by: Anwesha Singh
The victim, identified as Avanthika Sindhu, was a resident of West Champaran district. She was among a batch of 500 trainees sent from Patna Police Lines to Jamalpur for training.
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Tamil Nadu Drops Parandur Airport Project, Vijay Says "I Stand With Protesters"
- Aug 24, 2026 10:44 am IST
- Edited by: Debanish Achom
"We are dropping Parandur airport. I stand firm with the protesters against the proposed airport," Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay said
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For Gen Z Outreach, Rahul Gandhi's Wardrobe Gets A Peppy Makeover
- Aug 24, 2026 10:30 am IST
- Reported by: Kanika Katiyar
Now, to address paper leak issues with an eye to reach out to the Gen Z, Gandhi is conducting the nationwide "Chhatron Ki Gunj" programme. His wardrobe of choice -- coloured shirts.
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Woman Dies By Suicide In Bengaluru After Complaining Of Blackmail, Harassment
- Aug 24, 2026 10:05 am IST
- Press Trust Of India
According to police, Vanishree left a note alleging that a person named Abhishek had been blackmailing and harassing her.