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• newWhy Tilak Varma called India's Zimbabwe series win a 'relief'
  India sealed their first series victory in three attempts with a dominant 90-run win in the second T20I in Harare on Saturday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The final match will be played on Sunday. Before arriving in Zimbabwe, India suffered a 0-2 defeat against Ireland in a two-match T20I series and then endured a humiliating 0-4 loss to England in a five-match series.
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• newIndian embassy monitors Ukraine's Odesa strike; two Indians safe, search on for two others
  
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• newJapanese horseshoe bats change echolocation calls to beat sonar noise, study finds
  A new study has found that greater Japanese horseshoe bats adjust their echolocation calls to match the frequencies used by others in their colony instead of avoiding them. Researchers say this shared frequency creates a clearer listening range, helping bats detect prey more effectively despite many overlapping calls from nearby colony members.
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• newUP adds 46,000 new homes in six months, thousands of delayed-project buyers get relief
  Uttar Pradesh registered 143 new residential projects in early 2026. These developments propose over 46,000 housing units and significant investment. Gautam Buddh Nagar attracted the largest investment for its new projects. The regulator also facilitated recovery of over Rs 2,100 crore for homebuyers. Dispute resolution mechanisms resolved property disputes worth more than Rs 6,000 crore.
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• newPralhad Joshi takes charge as education minister a day after Pradhan's exit
  
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• newSpy scare at Nato headquarters: Canadian intern arrested in Belgium on espionage charges
  
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• newUS govt caught in fight between Apple & chip giant that paid Trump millions
  Apple is lobbying the Trump administration to use memory chips from China's CXMT and YMTC in products sold outside the US, while Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra pushes to block the move. The Wall Street Journal reports the fight pits cheaper consumer prices against domestic chip production. Micron, fresh off a $250 million Trump savings account pledge, warns Chinese memory suppliers could destroy the US industry.
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• new'Why not?': Ashwin makes strong case for Bhuvi's India comeback for 2027 WC
  R Ashwin supports Bhuvneshwar Kumar's potential return to the Indian cricket team. He believes the current pace attack needs more experienced bowlers for major tournaments. Ashwin highlighted Bhuvneshwar's consistent IPL performances and fitness over recent seasons. He suggested a blend of youth and experience would benefit the squad. The selectors should consider Bhuvneshwar as India prepares for the 2027 World Cup.
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• new'INS Mahendragiri symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat': PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat
  Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister pointed to the induction of INS Mahendragiri into the Indian Navy as an example of India's progress in indigenous defence manufacturing. "This modern warship has been designed in India and made in India. More than 75 per cent indigenous content has been used in this. This is a symbol of the growing strength of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'," he said.
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• newKuwait denies military role in Iran strikes, rejects claims of fighter jet deployment
  
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• newSergey Brin says he fought Google's ban on engineers using Gemini
  Google co-founder Sergey Brin discovered Gemini on an internal coding tool prohibition list. He spent weeks attempting to remove this restriction himself. After failing to resolve the issue, Brin approached CEO Sundar Pichai for assistance. Pichai proved supportive and helped lift the outdated restriction on Gemini usage. This incident highlights how internal rules can lag behind company AI strategies.
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• new'Who approved pellet guns?' Rahul writes to Shah over 'barbaric' assault on students
  "Peaceful protest is crucial to any democracy. It is the government's responsibility to protect protestors and resolve their grievances through dialogue. Such brutal violence destroys every norm, and has outraged the country. Youth and students, the future of our country, are demanding answers and accountability. Their voice will be heard," he further wrote.
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• new'I was really angry': Ex-India cricketer fumes over Rohit Sharma retirement saga
  Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta criticized speculation about Rohit Sharma's future. Retirement rumors surfaced after Rohit's early dismissal in the second ODI match. The BCCI dismissed these claims as baseless, and Rohit responded with a century. Dasgupta urged selectors to avoid creating uncertainty for senior players. Selection should continue to be based on current performances and contributions.
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• new'Every Pak misadventure will draw unimaginable response': Rajnath on Vijay Diwas
  
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• new'What's his mistake?': Ex-India star wants India to make one big change
  Former India batter Aakash Chopra said India should continue backing Abhishek Sharma despite his poor scores in the first two matches. Instead, he suggested giving Ishan Kishan a break and bringing Prabhsimran into the playing XI. Abhished scored 1 run in the first T20I and then fell for 8 in the second T20I.
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• newPradhan offered to quit on first day of student protest? BJP leader's big claim
  MP minister Vijayvargiya, speaking to news agency PTI in Indore on Saturday, said Pradhan had informed the BJP leadership that he was willing to resign if the party believed it was necessary. "On the first day, as soon as the student agitation began, Pradhan had told the BJP president that if he felt it was necessary, he was ready to resign as education minister," Vijayvargiya said.
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• new6-year-old boy drowns in water-filled pit in Greater Noida; contractor held
  Tragedy struck in Greater Noida on Saturday as a six-year-old child drowned in an abandoned pit filled with water. Despite swift efforts to rush him to a nearby hospital, doctors confirmed the child's death upon arrival. Authorities have since launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this devastating event to ensure justice is served.
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• newTej Pratap Yadav arrested in Patna NEET protest case, sent to judicial custody
  In the wake of the NEET-UG paper leak protests, Tej Pratap Yadav was ordered into 14 days of judicial custody. His attorney criticized the arrest's procedures and is pursuing a bail hearing on Monday. Yadav stood by the students, insisting their grievances were valid and needed government intervention. Clashes broke out between police and demonstrators amid a statewide shutdown protesting NEET.
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• new'Just the beginning, long way to go': Abhijeet Dipke releases video after protest ends
  Abhijeet Dipke thanked supporters for backing the Cockroach Janata Party's protest. He expressed relief after the 37-day agitation concluded at Jantar Mantar. Dipke apologized for not meeting everyone due to his typhoid and high fever. He also thanked critics for helping the party improve its methods. The CJP founder stated this event marks just the beginning for the party.
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• new'Gratitude to brave soldiers': PM Modi pays tribute to Kargil heroes on Vijay Diwas
  India is observing the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorating its victory in the 1999 Kargil War. The day marks the successful culmination of Operation Vijay and honours the 527 soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while driving Pakistani intruders out of strategic heights in the Kargil sector. The Kargil conflict, fought between May and July 1999, remains the only conventional war between two nuclear-armed neighbours.
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• newWatch: China issues highest red alert as Typhoon Noul heads for Guangdong province
  
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• newWho is Pralhad Joshi, the new education minister? A look at his education, career, political journey
  Pralhad Joshi has assumed additional charge as Union education minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy. A five-time MP from Karnataka, Joshi holds a bachelor's degree from Shri Kadasiddheshwar Arts College, Hubballi. He now faces the task of steering examination reforms, strengthening the National Education Policy's implementation and rebuilding trust in India's education system.
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• newUS air defence munitions running low? Trump shelved wider Iran strikes: Report
  
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• newAbhishek Sharma scripts history, enters Indian cricket's record books
  Abhishek Sharma set a new Indian record for best T20I bowling figures by an opener. He achieved this remarkable feat with figures of three wickets for seventeen runs. India secured a commanding ninety-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I match. Ishan Kishan scored eighty-one runs and Tilak Varma added sixty runs for India. The bowlers then successfully defended their substantial total to clinch the series.
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• newTariffs on trial: Small businesses take Trump's latest trade levies back to court
  Two groups of small businesses are challenging Donald Trump's latest tariffs in court. These new levies target goods from sixty trading partners and cover nearly all US imports. Businesses argue the administration failed to justify these measures against individual economies. They contend the tariffs replace previous worldwide duties struck down by the Supreme Court. Legal experts believe these new tariffs will likely remain in place for an extended period.
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• new'Help dislodge BJP from power in Bihar': Tej Pratap makes 'special appeal' to Dipke
  Tej Pratap Yadav asked Abhijeet Dipke to visit Bihar and start a movement. This appeal followed the Cockroach Janata Party withdrawing its Delhi protest. Yadav seeks a strong people's movement to remove the current state government. Dipke assured supporters that the next event would be held in Patna. He responded to concerns about the education system under the chief minister.
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• newLionel Messi seen for first time since painful World Cup final loss
  Lionel Messi made his first public appearance after Argentina’s heartbreaking 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain by attending a local match in Rosario. The emotional captain spent time with family, supported his brother’s football club Leones FC, and avoided media attention. Messi will soon return to Inter Miami after recovering from the demanding tournament.
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• new'Think about cricket, not social media': Ishan Kishan to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
  Ishan Kishan praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after India's T20 win. He believes the 15-year-old possesses match-winning qualities for the national team. Senior players are guiding Sooryavanshi to focus solely on his cricket. They encourage him to ignore social media and external distractions. Kishan highlighted Sooryavanshi's attacking style as a significant team asset.
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• newNepal seeks India's approval for biometric national identity card as travel document
  
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• newDelhi metro fully operational a day after CJP withdraws protest
  Eighteen Delhi Metro stations reopened Saturday after a four-day closure. The Cockroach Janta Party withdrew its protest following the minister's resignation. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday. This action led to the CJP ending its demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Normal metro services resumed across the city after the disruptions concluded.
  - 6 hours ago 26 Jul 26, 7:34am -
• newTrapped in driver's seat, pulled out late: How Delhi drain claimed US student's life
  Yashvendra Singh, a 20-year-old business student, died tragically after returning home from the US. His family and friends allege systemic negligence led to his untimely demise. Locals rescued his accompanying friend from the drain after the accident occurred. Singh was a promising national-level basketball player with a bright future ahead. His grieving family now seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.
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• newKargil lessons shaped Operation Sindoor: Ex-army chief General VP Malik
  
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• newAnna to Delhi via Boston: The ‘cockroach’ who sparked a metamorphosis
  Abhijeet Dipke launched the Cockroach Janta Party after courtroom remarks, which quickly gained followers. His platform, initially a joke, gained momentum and led to protests demanding a minister's resignation. The party's social media handles amassed millions of followers in a few days. Dipke, who is Dalit, highlighted his identity and B.R. Ambedkar's legacy throughout the movement. Memes and social media engagement were key to the party's widespread appeal and impact.
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• newOnce a vegetable seller & e-rickshaw driver, Jhandu now earns spot on CWG podium
  Jhandu finished with 130.9 points after a best lift of 190kg, becoming India’s first medallist at this edition of the Commonwealth Games. Yet, for the national record holder, the medal meant a lot more than a place on the podium.
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• new'Gens Una Sumus' - What three Latin words beneath a chess emblem taught me about the world
  India's young Grandmaster Aarav Dengla has played chess against opponents of every age and from countries across the world. In his debut The Grandmaster View column, he reflects on the three Latin words beneath the FIDE emblem that first caught his attention as a seven-year-old. Through memories from tournament halls and the quiet rituals that follow every game, Aarav explores how Gens Una Sumus - "We are one family" - is more than just the sport's motto; it is the enduring spirit of chess itsel…
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• newFrom one paper leak protest to another: Full circle for Dharmendra Pradhan
  
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• newLeft scores win, despite its shrunken presence, through its student organs
  While AISA, SFI, AISF Supported Dipke & Co, Mother Outfits Goaded Oppn To Back Protest
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• newNew education minister Pralhad Joshi, man with a low profile & an effective style
  
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• newOppn eyes Ayodhya to corner govt as CJP stir's end deprives it of an incendiary issue
  Also Likely To Take On Govt Over Police Action Against Protesters
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• newPradhan resigns: Govt took exit call after Wangchuk breakthrough failed to end protests
  Street protests and potential violence have forced the BJP to concede after facing youth anger. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after assurances from a Union minister. The government chose pragmatism over defiance when confronted by Gen Z's viral campaigns. Previously, the government withdrew farm laws and diffused protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. The party now faces the challenge of winning over a restive generation concerned about employment.
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• newGabriel Langton remains conscious after horrific Commonwealth Games fall
  Gabriel Langton suffered a horrific fall during the men's team gymnastics final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after missing a catch on the high bar. The England gymnast was treated on the arena floor before being taken to hospital in a neck brace. Team England later shared an encouraging update on his condition. Here's everything we know about how the accident happened, the latest injury update, his current condition, and what it could mean for his recovery and return to competition.
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• newJeff Bezos ex-wife MacKenzie Scott helped write a 'donation playbook' for Snap founder
  Snap co-founder Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr have donated $550 million to erase medical debt. This significant contribution will benefit over 261,000 Californians facing financial hardship. The donation follows a philanthropic model pioneered by MacKenzie Scott. Undue Medical Debt will administer the funds, targeting vulnerable residents statewide. This initiative aims to unburden families from unpayable medical expenses.
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• newEx-Tamil Nadu CM Karunanidhi's granddaughter booked for slapping SBI manager
  Adyar police registered a case against Kayalvizhi Alagiri for assaulting a bank manager. The incident occurred after an argument regarding a malfunctioning lift in her commercial building. CCTV footage captured Kayalvizhi Alagiri slapping the State Bank of India manager. The bank's chief manager lodged a complaint with the local police authorities. Further investigations are currently underway regarding the alleged assault.
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• Patrick Mahomes says wife and kids gave meaning to his NFL greatness
  Patrick Mahomes says his greatest strength is not just football but the support of his family. From overcoming injuries to balancing life as a husband and father, he credits Brittany Mahomes and their children for keeping him grounded. His emotional words and never-give-up mindset show that resilience, patience and love have shaped both his life and his legendary NFL career.
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• Patrick and Brittany Mahomes turned family grief into a mission of hope
  Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes attended a back-to-school event with FARE just before Chiefs training camp, continuing their advocacy for food allergy awareness. The couple's mission comes from personal experience after their children, Sterling and Bronze, were diagnosed with food allergies. Brittany has previously shared the frightening details of Bronze's severe allergic reaction and how it inspired the family to help others. Here's how Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes are using their…
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