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• newRahul's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event in Indore postponed after MP govt snub: Congress
  
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• newManan Kumar Mishra only pro tem BCI chairman till fresh election: SC
  
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• newFarooq Abdullah questions threats to Kashmiri Pandit employees, calls it ‘conspiracy’
  
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• newArtificial flood from Glen Canyon Dam rebuilt Grand Canyon sandbars in 8 days
  In 1996, a controlled flood was executed in the Grand Canyon to rejuvenate its natural river dynamics. Leveraging the Glen Canyon Dam, scientists released substantial volumes of water to transport sediment downstream, with the goal of restoring sandbars that had diminished due to the dam's existence. This initiative highlighted the potential of dam operations to contribute positively to ecological restoration, paving the way for future river management experiments.
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• newUS nuclear gas experiment produced 213m cubic feet, but gas was radioactive
  In 1967, the US detonated a 29-kiloton nuclear device 4,227 feet underground in New Mexico to boost natural gas production. Five tests produced 213 million cubic feet of gas, but it contained measurable radioactivity. The experiment was later ended, the site cleaned up, and radioactive contamination remains underground in the blast zone.
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• newWWE Sunday Night's Main Event 2026: Full schedule, start timings and how to Watch
  In a thrilling twist, WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event is set to impress fans with a special Sunday night edition on September 6. Highlighting four pivotal matches, it will showcase the fierce rivalry between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton in a much-anticipated rematch. Additionally, emerging talents Oba Femi and Bron Breakker will clash in a significant singles contest, promising high stakes.
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• newAir Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra named Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust's new CEO
  
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• new'To bring more clarity': Centre issues FAQs after oppn red flags GDP figures
  
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• newPlayers thought it was fake, left 'shocked': Inside Pakistan cricket's day of chaos
  The PCB recalled seven players and replaced two coaches after Pakistan lost the series 2-0 against England.
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• new10 feared dead as Turkish cargo ship sinks after collision with tanker off Istanbul
  
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• newUS-Iran war flares up again: How far can Tehran go in retaliation?
  In response to renewed American strikes, Iran has initiated missile attacks on US assets across multiple countries. This aggressive stance indicates Tehran's willingness to broaden its regional attacks, jeopardizing oil shipments. The ongoing conflict poses significant threats to global shipping and energy supplies. Furthermore, Iran could resort to cyber or covert operations targeting Western interests, escalating the potential for a major international crisis.
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• new'November is a priority’: Trump aides push to contain Iran war until midterm elections
  Top Trump aides push to prevent Iran war escalation before November elections. The administration is focusing on economic pressure to secure concessions from Iran. Recent exchanges of strikes have increased tensions between the US and Iran. Military readiness and depleted munitions stockpiles also constrain White House strategy. America's Gulf allies are urging the White House to de-escalate the conflict.
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• newIn overnight change, US releases new form for Green Card sponsor
  
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• newKargil war veteran attempts suicide after 24-year wait for promised land grant
  A Kargil War veteran attempted suicide after being denied a meeting. He sought intervention for a land grant pending over twenty-four years. The veteran was injured during the Kargil War and promised land recognition. He was reportedly blocked by police from meeting the deputy chief minister. This incident highlights the veteran's long-pending demand for promised land.
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• newKalyan Silks’ Rs 1,500 Onam ad misleading; consumer court orders Rs 31,500 payout
  A consumer commission directed Kalyan Silks to pay Rs 1,500 for a misleading advertisement. The advertisement implied immediate shopping benefits which were conditional and delayed. The commission found the prominent claim misleading, ignoring fine print conditions. It also awarded Rs 25,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 litigation costs. The retailer must also provide durable invoices and clear future promotions.
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• new'Savarkar never hated Muslims': Grandnephew targets Rahul Gandhi in Pune court
  In a recent court hearing, Satyaki Savarkar emphasized that V.D. Savarkar had no hatred for Muslims, contradicting Rahul Gandhi's portrayal of him as a rabid extremist. He pointed out that Savarkar's literature offered constructive pathways for Muslim development. Also entered into evidence was Gopal Godse's interview, which discussed Nathuram's ties to the RSS, directly related to the ongoing defamation case regarding Gandhi's remarks made in London in 2023.
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• new‘Why did you sell it?’: Sons beat up parents in Pune over land dispute
  Two brothers allegedly assaulted their elderly parents after a dispute over land. The incident occurred on August 30 in Tarangwadi village, Pune district. The sons questioned their parents about the land sale and then used wooden sticks. The parents sustained injuries and received medical treatment at a local hospital. A case has been registered against the sons at Indapur police station.
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• newCongo's Ebola death toll crosses 3,000 amid worst outbreak in country's history
  More than 6,100 Ebola cases and 3,000 deaths are recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Weak surveillance and insecurity hinder efforts to contain the nation's worst-ever epidemic. Schools have reopened amid concerns about potential transmission within classrooms. No approved vaccine exists for the Bundibugyo species, though some are in development. Britain has pledged over fifty million pounds to support outbreak containment efforts.
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• newWatch: ‘Unsafe’ Rajasthan govt school building demolished after CJP campaign
  
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• newBig economic boost: Japan upgrades India's sovereign rating to A- amid strong growth
  
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• new'Not charity': Nepal seeks compensation from India, US, China for deadly flood
  
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• new'Chidiya chug gayi khet': Pakistan cricketer takes swipe at PCB after England debacle
  The leg-spinner further said, "Ab pachhtaye kya, jab chidiya chug gayin khet (It is no use crying over spilt milk)."
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• newFrom Sushant Singh Rajput 'link' to CBI probe: The Disha Salian case so far
  The Bombay High Court ordered the CBI to investigate Disha Salian's death. Mumbai Police must now transfer all case records to the central agency. Salian's father alleged murder and sought a thorough investigation into the matter. The CBI will record statements and register an FIR for further proceedings. This development follows years of the father pursuing justice for his daughter.
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• newLeadership gaps cloud Pakistan's human rights oversight system
  
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• newShubman Gill, Iyer likely to attend BCCI meeting to review India’s dismal UK tour
  The review was originally planned after India's defeats in Ireland and England, but was postponed because of the team's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka.
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• newMonths after Dell's $6.25B pledge, Trump Accounts get new rules
  The new guidance from the US Treasury simplifies payroll contributions for child savings accounts, allowing employers to contribute up to $2,500 annually for employee dependents, free from taxes. Employees can also make pre-tax contributions directly. This initiative is backed by a generous $6.25 billion commitment from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, with more than fifty companies already on board.
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• newMuslim cleric's 'women should stay home' remark draws Kerala CM's ire
  Kerala chief minister VD Satheesan rejected cleric Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar's call for restricting women's public participation. Satheesan asserted that women must join the mainstream, stating that such views are unsuitable for developing Kerala. Labour Minister Bindu Krishna also criticised the cleric's remarks, calling them regressive for women's rights. Aboobacker defended directives limiting women's presence at religious events, citing Quranic interpretations.
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• newWatch: Speeding Thar crashes into Congress MLA's wife's Endeavour
  Three passengers sustained serious injuries after a speeding Thar crashed into an Endeavour and then an e-rickshaw. The dramatic collision occurred near Mansarovar Metro Station in Jaipur early Monday morning. CCTV footage shows the Thar hitting the Endeavour before ramming the e-rickshaw, flinging it nearly fifty feet. Both SUV drivers and occupants fled the scene after the accident, leaving the damaged vehicles behind.
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• newFirst Vande Bharat in 2019, sleeper version came in 2026; now 260 trains in works
  The first pair of Vande Bharat sleeper trains was launched earlier this year between Guwahati and Howrah. The second pair is undergoing trials and is expected to enter service soon. Reports suggest it may run between Bengaluru and Mumbai, though an official confirmation is awaited.
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• newHimachal monsoon: 259 dead, 150 roads cut off, over Rs 1.2k crore loss in last 64 days
  Over the past 64 days, relentless monsoon rains have devastated Himachal Pradesh, resulting in the tragic loss of 259 lives and economic damages exceeding Rs 1,200 crore. The aftermath includes 150 roads still blocked, significantly hindering connectivity. Essential services such as power and water are disrupted in various districts, but restoration efforts are actively being pursued to bring relief and reopen crucial routes.
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• newBCI chief tenure: SC says AG, SG 'shall be associated with every policy decision'
  
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• newNvidia CEO joins the list of CEOs who disagree with Bill Gates warning on AI
  Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang counters fears of AI-driven job losses. He believes the technology will create numerous new employment opportunities. Huang highlights the growth of chip and AI factories requiring many workers. He expects traditional jobs to evolve while skilled trades will boom. This perspective contrasts with warnings from figures like Bill Gates.
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• new'Toxic' BO Day 8 [LIVE]: Yash and Kiara Advani film crosses Rs 230 crore net
  'Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups' has entered the second week of its theatrical run, and while the frenzy of its opening days has naturally tapered off, the film continues to add steady numbers to its overall tally. With the worldwide gross already past the Rs. 315 crore mark, Yash's gangster epic remains firmly positioned among the year's biggest theatrical performers.
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• new'Road to hell': Fed up with potholes, Kanpur locals inaugurate 'Yamraj's Gate'
  Kanpur residents protested rain-damaged roads by symbolically renaming a street Yamraj ka Dwar. They highlighted numerous waterlogged potholes and blamed Nagar Nigam for the difficulties. Traders also reported business suffering due to dilapidated roads and potholes in the city. A deep pothole on Sariya VIP Road led to a legislator's protest. The legislator entered the pothole until responsible officials arrived to assess the situation.
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• new'He can remove Pakistan from world picture': Shinde on PM Modi's cropped SCO photo
  
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• new'TN to drop cases filed against farmers, teachers during DMK regime': CM Vijay
  Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister made headlines by announcing the withdrawal of charges against protesting farmers and teachers, a move aimed at reinforcing democracy and nurturing public faith. The announcement also included transformative drinking water projects statewide, along with waste-to-energy solutions and upgrades to digital driving licenses. Furthermore, the government addressed the current protests by sanitary workers in Chennai, reinforcing its engagement with social issues.
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• newUS passport rules: Parents may need to prove citizenship status for children
  The US state department is considering a policy requiring parents to verify their citizenship before their children are born in the country. This initiative is intended to combat birth tourism and uphold the significance of American citizenship. Parents may need to present documents like passports or birth certificates. Legal disputes are likely following President Trump's issuance of this executive order.
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• newInjury or excuse? PCB demands inquiry against Imam-ul-Haq; opener didn't bat at Lord's
  Aaqib Javed, who is part of Pakistan's four-member selection panel, said the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will investigate how Imam was managed after suffering the injury during the match.
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• newBombay HC orders CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex-manager Disha Salian's death
  The Bombay high court ordered a CBI investigation into Disha Salian's death. The court questioned Mumbai Police's failure to register an FIR for murder allegations. Police registered only an Accidental Death Report despite family complaints of gang rape. The court found the suicide theory inconsistent with the evidence presented. Post-mortem and ADR copies were not given to the family for years.
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• newFrom Ladakh to Nepal flood relief: How IAF mastered relief missions
  The Indian Air Force recently delivered relief supplies to Nepal, showcasing its global reach. This capability has been vital in past operations, including Jammu and Kashmir and East Pakistan. Recent deployments to Ladakh and the Maldives also highlight its strategic importance. While the current fleet is modest, future indigenous heavy-lift aircraft are planned. These missions prove the IAF's well-exercised strategic airlift muscle.
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• newTwo Turkish ships collide off Istanbul; one believed sunk, 10 crew missing
  
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• new‘Pre-event indications’: Did Nepal miss warning signs before deadly floods?
  A glacier collapse in Nepal and China showed visible signs days before the disaster. Scientists noted brown meltwater and a propagating crack as pre-event indications. The disaster killed over 1,100 people, with more lives potentially saved by better warning systems. Comprehensive monitoring of glaciers and slopes is now stressed for vulnerable communities. Enhanced cross-border cooperation is also needed for transboundary hazard management.
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• newUS Green Card wait for Indians hits 179 years as backlog tops 1.2 million
  Indian workers are enduring remarkably lengthy delays in obtaining US Green Cards, with projections suggesting that some may be forced to wait an astonishing 179 years for permanent residency. Stricter annual quotas and country-specific limitations contribute significantly to immigration backlogs, with nearly one million Indian applicants currently affected. This scenario exposes the disproportionate challenges facing Indian professionals in their quest for residency.
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• newTravis Kelce’s $1.5M nonprofit faces scrutiny over management spending
  Travis Kelce’s Eighty-Seven and Running Foundation is facing scrutiny over its reported spending between 2021 and 2024. The nonprofit raised $1.5 million and spent about $1.1 million, with $469,000 listed for management and $446,000 for charity. Kelce’s business manager Aaron Eanes disputed the figures, saying some charitable operational costs were misclassified. He said management fees dropped to zero in 2025 as the foundation works to improve transparency and governance.
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• newKota girl, 15, dies at AIIMS Delhi after 13-year wait for heart surgery
  A 15-year-old girl died at AIIMS Delhi after a long wait for corrective heart surgery. Tanvi had been visiting the hospital for over thirteen years for her complex condition. Doctors were evaluating her for a possible heart-lung transplant after surgery was ruled out. She experienced a sudden decline in health and suffered cardiac arrest early Tuesday morning. Her father is seeking answers regarding the circumstances surrounding her death.
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