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• newIndia Day Parade: Zohran Mamdani attends as first Indian American mayor of New York
  
  - 26 mins ago 16 Aug 26, 12:59pm -
• newFrom GST reform to GCCs: How India can become a $20 trillion economy by 2036
  India could reach a $20 trillion economy by 2036 with reforms. Services will drive this expansion, contributing over 65% of the GDP. A 20-step reform agenda targets taxes and capital markets for efficiency. Global capability centers and tourism offer significant growth opportunities. Successful execution of these measures is crucial for achieving the target.
  - 51 mins ago 16 Aug 26, 12:34pm -
• newSkeleton under Stirling Castle reveals first confirmed trebuchet death
  A 14th-century skeleton found beneath Scotland’s Stirling Castle may be the first confirmed archaeological evidence of a person killed by a trebuchet. Researchers found more than 160 fractures, including 61 breaks in the skull and nearly 60 in the ribs. The injuries suggest the man was struck from behind by a high-speed boulder during the 1304 siege of the castle.
  - 57 mins ago 16 Aug 26, 12:28pm -
• newIn 1898, Virgil Earp claimed 160 acres in Arizona after surviving O.K. Corral
  Virgil Earp, known for surviving the infamous O.K. Corral gunfight, embraced a new beginning as a homesteader in Arizona. Claiming 160 acres near Prescott through the federal homesteading process, his prior service in the Civil War lessened his residency obligation to just two years. By 1900, he secured his property title, stepping into a life that diverged significantly from his days as a frontier lawman.
  - 57 mins ago 16 Aug 26, 12:28pm -
• newJharkhand protests: Students to gherao CM residence on August 20 if demands not met
  
  - 1 hour ago 16 Aug 26, 12:05pm -
• newHow Bangladesh followed Virat Kohli's template to humble Australia in Darwin
  What began with Virat Kohli's call for greater investment in Test cricket and India's formidable pace attack became a blueprint for Bangladesh. Mominul Haque transformed the domestic system, backed fast bowlers and changed the country's Test cricket culture. Hasan Mahmud's six-wicket haul against Australia is now proof that the gamble is paying off.
  - 1 hour ago 16 Aug 26, 11:56am -
• newHungary bus crash: 12 killed, 10 injured after Polish bus overturns on M3 motorway
  Twelve people died and ten were seriously injured after a Polish bus overturned early Sunday. The bus ran off the M3 motorway and tipped into a ditch near Mezokeresztes. Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the tragic casualties on Facebook. He also expressed his sincere condolences to the families of the victims. The exact cause of the accident remains unknown at this time.
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:51am -
• newAir India Express passenger fires during weapon check at Varanasi airport, 2 injured
  
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:50am -
• new'She fell from roof': BSF jawan told family after wife's murder; arrested
  A Border Security Force jawan was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife in Punjab. The victim's father filed a complaint after his daughter was found dead with injuries. He stated his daughter faced harassment and physical assault from her husband after marriage. The jawan claimed his wife fell from the roof, but the FIR alleges she was beaten. Police have arrested the accused jawan and are continuing their investigation.
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• new'Who is he saluting?' RJD mocks Nishant Kumar over flag-hoisting gesture - video
  
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• newNavy sailor, wife and 2 children found dead at Mumbai home
  A sailor and his two young children were discovered deceased at their Mumbai residence. Preliminary findings suggest the sailor died by suicide, while the children may have been poisoned. Police have initiated a thorough investigation into the tragic incident. Post-mortem and forensic reports are awaited for confirmation of causes. Investigators are gathering statements from witnesses to establish the sequence of events.
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:34am -
• new‘Raises questions’: Adhir Chowdhury condemns Cong leader, son’s murder in Bengal
  
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:31am -
• newShah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff get FDA notice over Vimal ad
  
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:01am -
• newThe trouble with getting used to miracles
  Modern technology works so well it becomes invisible to users. This invisibility makes critical thinking about scientific claims essential today. We must ask how we know things and what evidence supports them. Developing disciplined curiosity is a necessary defense against misinformation. Looking at familiar things from new angles offers valuable perspective.
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 11:01am -
• new'Entering politics was mistake': Mamata aide Asish Banerjee's suicide note surfaces
  Former Trinamool Congress MLA Asish Banerjee was found dead at his party office. A suicide note was discovered, which reportedly mentioned his political journey. Banerjee had served as a five-time MLA and held ministerial portfolios. He stepped down from a party committee after losing his seat. His body was taken for a post-mortem examination.
  - 2 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:57am -

• newBangladesh create history in Australia, register first-ever win on Australian soil
  Bangladesh achieved an impressive nine-wicket victory over Australia during the Test in Darwin, marking a pivotal moment in cricket history. Mehidy Hasan Miraz emerged as a standout player, contributing vital runs and taking crucial wickets. Cameron Green's century was not enough to salvage Australia's pride, increasing the pressure on the home side after suffering another defeat to the rising Bangladeshi team.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:55am -
• newPM Modi, Prez Murmu, BJP leaders pay tribute to Vajpayee on death anniversary
  
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:41am -
• newElon Musk makes a promise to employees at townhall
  SpaceX aims to enhance its AI model Grok by integrating insights from its workforce. Elon Musk envisions this initiative as a means to embed human values deeply into the AI's framework. Employees are not only invited to enhance the internal AI systems but are also inspired to share their expertise.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:36am -
• newSpanish F-18 shoots down drone breaching Romanian airspace in fourth incident this yr
  A Spanish F-18 fighter jet shot down an unauthorized drone in Romanian airspace on Sunday. This incident marks Romania's fourth drone downing this year, highlighting security concerns. Romanian F-16 jets previously downed Russian drones entering the country's airspace. These incursions are linked to the ongoing war in neighboring Ukraine. Nato officials have warned about dangerous and unacceptable airspace violations.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:26am -
• new'Luxury porn' pitch to Epstein: Anthropic CEO's wife Cami Clark's ties surface
  
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:25am -
• new'It's never easy': Padikkal opens up on long wait for India Test comeback
  Devdutt Padikkal notched his debut Test century amid a tough contest against Sri Lanka. Displaying both skill and aggression, he tackled the challenging bowling despite the physical strain of the match. His relentless focus and perseverance shone through on the demanding pitch, marking a triumphant return to Test cricket with this memorable milestone.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:24am -
• newPMAY-U 2.0: Kerala's 30,000 beneficiaries may get Rs 4 lakh housing assistance
  Kerala's Cabinet has officially greenlit the second phase of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0, paving the way for around 30,000 eligible beneficiaries to gain significant housing aid. The state plans to ink a Memorandum of Understanding with the Central government, which will unlock Rs 450 crore in financial support for this housing initiative. The completion of phase one is projected for September 2026.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:18am -
• newRafale, Scorpene & 6th-gen jet: How India and France are taking defence ties to the next level
  India and France have elevated their partnership to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. This collaboration focuses on deeper technological and defense cooperation between the nations. Recent agreements include additional Rafale fighter procurement and potential FCAS participation. The relationship has evolved from buyer-seller to co-development and co-production. This partnership aims to build shared industrial and technological capabilities together.
  - 3 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 10:08am -
• newOne week of extreme heat in Europe linked to 16,000 excess deaths: Report
  
  - 4 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 9:42am -
• new‘Proud to be a dimagi naxal’: P Chidambaram hits back at PM Modi
  P Chidambaram proudly embraced Prime Minister Modi's 'dimagi naxal' label. Modi warned of ideological Naxals posing threats to the nation. Congress criticized the Prime Minister for targeting political opponents with such terms. The opposition parties also voiced their disapproval of the remarks. Modi stated that armed Naxalism is nearing its end.
  - 4 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 9:39am -
• new$275 million lost: Thousands of Americans targeted in real estate frauds
  
  - 4 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 9:00am -
• newIs Netanyahu headed for setback in Israel election? No Trump endorsement yet
  
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 8:45am -
• newFormer Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee found hanging at TMC office
  Former West Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee was found dead on Sunday morning. His body was discovered hanging at a Trinamool Congress office in Rampurhat. Police have sent the body for a post-mortem examination to determine the cause. A purported suicide note was also reportedly recovered from the party office. Banerjee was a five-time MLA from Rampurhat and served as deputy speaker.
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 8:36am -
• newOperation Sindoor exposed limits of Pakistan's nuclear deterrence: Report
  
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 8:30am -
• new‘Always proud’: Kim Jong Un hails Russia ties in message to Putin
  North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively cooperating in all sectors, ensuring regional security and stability. This growing partnership has deepened significantly since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. North Korea has provided troops and weapons to support Moscow's war effort. This exchange highlights competing diplomatic and security dynamics on the Korean peninsula.
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 8:27am -
• new' The awakening is here': CJP hits out at PM Modi over 'dimagi Naxal' remark
  Cockroach Janta Party chief spokesperson Saurav Das criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent Independence Day address. Das argued that educated young people should not be labeled Naxalis for questioning the government. He stated that an era of awakening and peaceful protest has begun in the country. Das believes people will eventually remove the corrupt and incompetent from power.
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 8:21am -
• newDevdutt Padikkal responds to no.3 debate with maiden century in Galle
  Devdutt Padikkal celebrated Independence Day with flair, recording his inaugural Test century following an extensive period off the field due to injury. His remarkable unbeaten score of 131 propelled India to a promising 288-2 on the opening day. The standout moment was the 150-run collaboration with KL Rahul for the second wicket, leaving Rishabh Pant not out on 27 as the day concluded.
  - 5 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 7:56am -
• newFeet moving, mind clear: How Devdutt Padikkal cracked spin puzzle
  Devdutt Padikkal’s career has been marked by such recoveries. After a modest 119 runs in five matches in the 2023-24 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he responded with 465 runs at 155 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and 556 at 92.66 in the Ranji Trophy, including three centuries.
  - 7 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 6:23am -
• new'Go after terrorists wherever they are': Doval reveals PM Modi’s brief on Op Sindoor
  
  - 8 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 5:34am -
• newNolan Wells case: Sea Tow audio faces fake claims as Nancy Grace removes clips
  The viral Nolan Wells Sea Tow audio remains disputed, not officially proven fake. Claims from Sarah Fields and Tyler Cox say Nancy Grace removed the clip and would not air it again. Russell Latino and Wells’ friends have also challenged the enhanced version. However, investigators have not confirmed that the audio was doctored, leaving its authenticity unresolved at this time.
  - 9 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 4:35am -
• newFacing accusations of being DEI hire, black ex-Cambridge professor found dead
  
  - 11 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 2:12am -
• newWho is Andrew Wilson? Inside his heated debate with Candace Owens
  Candace Owens and Andrew Wilson debated claims about Charlie Kirk’s killing on the PBD Podcast. Wilson is a Christian conservative commentator known for The Crucible and Debate University. Owens did not prove that Israel was directly involved in Kirk’s killing. The debate drew more than 3.1 million views in under 24 hours, while the $500,000 payment remained unclear.
  - 12 hours ago 16 Aug 26, 1:27am -
• newSchool talk nixed, JNU professor Zoya Hasan gives speech online; parents apologise
  JNU professor Zoya Hasan addressed students and parents virtually on pluralism. This event occurred after her scheduled Independence Day appearance was cancelled. Protests outside Sardar Patel Vidyalaya led to the school's decision to replace her. Parents apologized to Hasan, condemning pressure from external forces. Hasan stated nationalism poses the biggest threat to India's pluralism today.
  - 15 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 10:18pm -
• newNow, NLSIU students, alumni oppose CJI, BCI chair visit
  NLSIU students and alumni voiced strong disapproval of BCI chairperson attending their convocation. They expressed solidarity with NALSAR students and faculty over a recent controversy. The community criticized the BCI's actions as a witch-hunt and infringement on free speech. They demanded an apology from the Bar Council of India for its conduct. The NLSIU statement aimed to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
  - 16 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 9:28pm -
• newCabbie throws passengers out for ‘casteist remarks’, app removes him for 100 years
  A Lucknow cab driver alleges his account was suspended for 99 years after passengers used casteist slurs. Ankit Kumar asked four passengers to exit his vehicle for their offensive remarks. The incident occurred after the passengers repeatedly targeted a senior officer with casteist comments. Following a viral video, Kumar faced threats and abusive messages on social media. The ride-hailing platform suspended his account without seeking his account of events.
  - 18 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 7:55pm -
• newDesi CEO who sacked 900 over call gets fired himself
  Indian-American entrepreneur Vishal Garg has been ousted as Better Home & Finance CEO. The company cited concerns about his judgment and credibility after significant losses. Garg's removal follows his controversial 2021 mass layoff of 900 employees. He is now seeking to regain his position and is offering to work for one dollar annually. Better's market value has significantly decreased since its pandemic-era peak.
  - 19 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 6:38pm -
• new'Father missing' row: BJP courts controversy with remarks against TN CM Vijay
  Ministers and TVK leaders condemned Nagenthran’s remarks, dubbing them “uncivilised.”
  - 20 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 5:45pm -
• newPatrick and Brittany Mahomes' $5 million act builds lasting Texas legacy
  Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' recent $5 million donation to Texas Tech marks a transformative moment for the university's football facilities. This substantial amount amplifies the fundraising efforts and ensures naming rights for prominent sections of the new complex. With Patrick's rich history at Texas Tech, their generosity underscores a lasting commitment to elevating the school's athletic programs to new heights.
  - 20 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 5:30pm -
• MacKenzie Scott helped abolish $40B in medical debt; how mechanics work
  MacKenzie Scott's donations have enabled medical debt abolition across America. Her model allows acquiring debt at low costs and then forgiving it. This approach has inspired other billionaires to contribute millions to similar causes. While philanthropic efforts are scaling, policy reforms for medical debt remain stalled. Scott's work highlights immediate relief possibilities and the need for systemic change.
  - 2 days ago 14 Aug 26, 5:17pm -
• Zohran Mamdani’s ‘common sense regulation’ may push Amazon to move NYC deliveries
  Mayor Zohran Mamdani champions a new bill that enforces direct employment for delivery drivers, aiming to eliminate exploitative subcontracting tactics utilized by major corporations. Amazon has cautioned that the implementation of this legislation might compel them to withdraw their delivery services from New York City. Critics argue that this could lead to heightened delivery costs for locals, placing thousands of delivery positions and small enterprises in jeopardy.
  - 2 days ago 14 Aug 26, 4:13pm -