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• new51 wides! Arshdeep Singh creates big unwanted record in India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I
  Arshdeep Singh's 51 wides accounted for 7.4% of all the balls he bowled during the period. Renegades' R Ngarava and West Indies' Jason Holder follow with 38 wides each, while New Zealand's Jacob Duffy and West Indies' Romario Shepherd have bowled 36 each.
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• newHawaii rescued rare coral after wild colonies vanished, then returned it to reef
  Marine biologists rescued rare Hawaiian coral fragments from Kaneohe Bay in 2015. These fragments were grown into mature colonies using a land-based nursery method. The grown corals were then returned to their natural habitat in Kaneohe Bay. Field checks confirmed the reintroduced corals successfully adjusted to their surroundings. This project demonstrates the effectiveness of coral arks for preventing species extinction.
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• newMark Zuckerberg's secret project wanted Meta teams 60% smaller and run by AI agents
  Mark Zuckerberg ran a secret plan called Project OT to make Meta "AI native", with executives studying scenarios that cut some team sizes by up to 60%. The Meta layoffs of May 2026 removed 8,000 jobs, but a second November wave was scrapped after employee protests over keystroke tracking and weak AI productivity data. Meta is now asking Applied AI staff to become managers again, reversing its flatter structure push.
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• newFed, crude, dollar and Iran war: 4 factors that could move gold next week
  Gold and silver prices are expected to remain volatile next week. The US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will be a key global event. Crude oil movements and the US dollar will also influence market sentiment. Other central banks' monetary policy and inflation data will be closely watched. Geopolitical developments and economic data will drive precious metals' direction.
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• newPark City lot bought for $6 million becomes record $37 million home
  A Park City mountain land bought for six million dollars became a thirty-seven million dollar luxury home. This sale set the highest residential price ever recorded within the city limits. The seventeen thousand square foot mansion was completed after four years of construction. It features extensive ski-in, ski-out facilities and high-end amenities for wealthy buyers. Limited supply and high demand continue to boost Utah mountain luxury housing markets.
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• newMamata's TMC faction names candidates for Nandigram, Rejinagar bypolls in Bengal
  
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• newMecca Pact, but no troops yet: Pak expresses 'solidarity' with Saudi after Houthi attacks
  Pakistan voiced strong solidarity with Saudi Arabia following recent Houthi attacks. These strikes threaten regional peace and could disrupt global energy supplies. Prime Minister Sharif discussed these issues with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The recent Houthi advances have also intensified concerns over Red Sea shipping routes. A mutual-defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye is now under renewed focus.
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• newIndia builds Brics without breaking up with US
  
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• new75 students fall sick with vomiting, diarrhoea at Surat boarding school
  At least seventy-five students fell sick with suspected food poisoning at a Surat boarding school. Twelve students required hospitalization after developing symptoms like diarrhoea and vomiting. Four students have since been discharged, while others remain in stable condition. Health officials inspected the school hostel and collected food samples for testing. A mobile medical team is also conducting health check-ups of all students.
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• newHappy Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Wishes, messages, quotes and status
  As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, families engage in a thorough cleaning and prepare their homes for the joyous celebration. This festival is not only about welcoming Bappa but also about uniting in prayers and fostering a sense of community. It embodies messages of faith, gratitude, and hope for the future. A variety of greetings, statuses, and captions are available for sharing festive cheer and blessings for the coming year.
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• new7 addl cops, 37 DCPs, 16,000+ personnel: How Mumbai Police are securing Ganeshotsav
  Mumbai Police have deployed over sixteen thousand personnel for Ganeshotsav celebrations. This extensive security includes numerous officers and specialized units across the city. Additional forces will be present for the Ganesh idol immersion day. Citizens are urged to cooperate with security and report suspicious objects. Immediate police assistance is available by contacting the helpline numbers.
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• newChinese FM Wang Yi stepped in for Xi at PM Modi’s Brics gala dinner: Reports
  
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• newStock market holiday: Are NSE, BSE closed for trading on Ganesh Chaturthi?
  On September 14, stock markets will halt trading in observance of Ganesh Chaturthi. While equity derivatives will remain suspended for the day, the commodity market will only partially close during the morning session. Trading will pick back up in the evening session. Investors should keep these adjustments in mind as they plan their trading activities around the festival.
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• newAfter IND vs AFG first, ‘Vande Mataram’ set to become regular before India matches
  The national song Vande Mataram was sung before the India vs Afghanistan cricket match on Sunday. Parliament had recently passed a bill making insults to the national song a punishable offense. The full six-stanza version of Vande Mataram was sung during the recent match. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song, similar to the national anthem.
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• new'Unacceptable': India condemns attack on commercial vessel off Oman, 13 Indians rescued
  
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• newScissors, screwdriver on bed: Man killed ‘lover’ in Assam hotel
  A woman was discovered deceased in a Rangia hotel room with throat injuries. Police arrested a man who had booked the room and was found inside. The victim was identified as Malini Guria from Sonitpur district. Preliminary inquiry suggests the crime may be linked to a love affair. The accused has confessed to the murder before the police.
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• newThe Uranium rush: Inside India's scramble to fuel its nuclear ambitions
  India is securing uranium fuel for its ambitious nuclear expansion program. Uzbekistan, Australia, and Canada are key partners in this global fuel hunt. New domestic laws allow private companies to build nuclear power plants. This move creates significant demand for uranium fuel supplies. India's long-term strategy also involves developing thorium resources.
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• new'Stop striking Russian refineries': Trump blames Ukraine for global diesel shortage
  
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• newCanadian Citizenship Certificate backlog hits 136,000, wait time now nearly 3 years
  
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• new'I don't care': Trump on Gulf-Iran talks at Brics Summit
  
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• newSu-57 for India: Can Russia’s stealth fighter counter Pakistan’s China-backed J-35 plan
  
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• newBrics diplomacy: Iran president says Tehran, UAE want to 'turn the page' on war
  
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• newFrom 55 to 65 homes a day: How factory robots are boosting housing production in the US
  US homebuilders are adopting robotics to address worker shortages and boost housing supply. Narrower automation applications are currently yielding the most significant improvements and efficiency gains. Factory-based construction offers substantial potential for increasing housing production and reducing costs. Skilled human workers will remain essential for complex and varied construction site tasks. Robotics is expected to increase housing output over the next decade through targeted adva…
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• newWhy is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not playing vs Afghanistan in 1st T20I?
  India chose experience in the opening game, with Sanju Samson selected in the XI instead of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Shreyas Iyer also confirmed that Washington Sundar and two other players were left out, making it clear that team combination was behind the decision.
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• newEx-Telangana minister Konda Surekha rules out leaving Congress, eyes 2028 polls
  Former Telangana minister Konda Surekha stated she will remain with the Congress party. She confirmed her intention to contest the upcoming 2028 Assembly elections. Surekha also expressed confidence in securing the Congress ticket for Warangal East. She indicated the party leadership is in touch following her cabinet removal. Surekha and her husband will continue working for people's issues.
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• newHow DGCA makes sure high-flying pilots don't fly high
  
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• newFrom PM Modi-Putin car ride to Pezeshkian hug: 5 unmissable moments of Brics 2026
  
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• newPlugging gap: Why 67,000 EV charging points aren't enough for India’s electric dreams
  By 2030, India is projected to require an additional 1.25 million electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Currently, these public chargers are limited to just ten states, and the slower charging speeds provided by many of them may pose challenges during longer trips. While home charging is an option for individuals with private parking, operators struggle with low usage rates that deter investments in smaller urban areas.
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• newIs UK heading for breakup? Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland push for independence
  
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• newHow Gujarat’s villagers turned mangroves into a natural coastal shield
  Gujarat's mangrove cover dramatically increased from 427 sq km in 1987 to over 1,177 sq km by 2026. This significant recovery is attributed to community participation and large-scale plantation programmes. Mangroves provide vital coastal protection and support marine ecosystems and local livelihoods. The government now promotes this approach nationwide through the MISHTI programme. Gujarat's success demonstrates mangroves as effective natural infrastructure for coastal defense.
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• newBSF rescues 10 Bangladeshi nationals, including children, from drowning in River Ganga
  Border Security Force troops rescued ten Bangladeshi nationals from the Ganga River. Their boat capsized in strong currents while crossing the Padma River. Alert BSF personnel launched a swift rescue operation after noticing people struggling. One infant was in critical condition but received immediate medical attention. All rescued individuals were safely handed over to Bangladesh Border Guards.
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• newNew playbook, bigger role & a wake-up call for the West: Decoding the Brics summit
  
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• newPM Modi held 15 bilaterals on sidelines of Brics in 3-day diplomatic marathon
  
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• new‘Body lay on road for hours’: Blinkit delivery worker killed in bike accident
  A 25-year-old Blinkit delivery worker died after his motorcycle hit a road divider. Two friends riding with him sustained injuries in the early morning accident. One injured individual was referred to Rohtak PGI for further medical treatment. Bystanders alleged the victim's body remained on the road for nearly two and a half hours. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
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• newPakistan PM Sharif to meet Trump on Sept 23 during UNGA in New York
  
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• newHow Travis Kelce turned his $3.13M rookie deal into a business empire
  Travis Kelce has successfully diversified his interests beyond the football field. Co-owning Garage Beer and investing in Casa Azul Tequila Soda are just the start. Collaborating with Jana Partners for a stake in Six Flags and joining an investment group for the Alpine Formula One team highlights his ambition, as he focuses on aligning his ventures with his personal passions while aligning them with opportunities to grow his brand.
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• newPM Modi, Xi offer Russia help to end Ukraine war; how Putin responded
  
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• newInside Martha Stewart’s 152-acre New York farm with 100 chickens
  
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• newSignal to West? Xi pitches for 'Greater Brics', rejects 'might makes right' logic
  
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• newNoida DM moves SC after HC's 'dystopia' rebuke over student's detention under NSA
  
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• newAnthropic researcher says humanity's future decided on 'MacBooks of engineers'
  Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon has quit the AI industry, saying OpenAI and Anthropic are racing to self-improving superintelligence and gambling with our lives. His post, now past 155 million views, has pulled two more AI safety researchers out of Anthropic and Google and drawn a pacing plan from Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, backed by Sam Altman and Elon Musk. Anthropic alignment lead Evan Hubinger puts the odds AI kills everyone above 10 per cent.
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• newWhat changed? Why the West is finally acting against Israel's 'settler terrorists'
  European nations and the UK have adopted strong stances against Israeli settlement expansion. These countries now consider settlement activities as ethnic cleansing and illegal under international law. They have implemented import bans and sanctions on goods and individuals involved. The United Nations has documented significant Palestinian displacement due to settler violence. This marks a dramatic shift in the international community's response to the ongoing conflict.
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• newMasked men open fire at Punjabi singer Gulab Sidhu’s residence; CCTV video emerges
  In a shocking incident, gunfire erupted at the residence of Punjabi singer Gulab Sidhu in Barnala district, as captured by CCTV footage. This occurrence, which took place early Sunday morning while Sidhu was out of the country, raises serious concerns for his safety. Notably, he has faced threats before, including those from a village sarpanch, prompting police to assign him security personnel. Investigations into the shooting are ongoing.
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• newIn 2001, Bear Grylls bought a £95,000 Welsh island and rebuilt its only home
  In 2001, Bear Grylls bought a remote Welsh island for £95,000 when its only house was a “complete wreck”. He and friends spent four years rebuilding it. The island is now an off-grid family retreat, with the house powered by wind and solar energy and rainwater collected from its roof.
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• newLarry Ellison cancels $7.5bn Oracle stock sale over Europe's ‘timing’ concerns
  Larry Ellison cancelled his Oracle stock sale plan shortly after its disclosure. No shares were sold under the arrangement which was set to expire later this year. This plan would have allowed the sale of fifty million Oracle shares. The cancellation highlights differences between US and European trading regulations for executives. Oracle's stock has experienced a decline while the company faces increased job cut costs.
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• newHow Trinity Rodman escaped Dennis Rodman’s shadow to build her own legacy
  Trinity Rodman’s journey goes far beyond soccer. As a child, she lived with her mother and brother in a car and motels during a difficult period. Her mother, Michelle Moyer, became her biggest support and role model. Today, Trinity is an Olympic champion, NWSL champion and the league’s highest-paid player, after building her career on her own terms.
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