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The government on Tuesday slashed the price of domestic LPG cylinders by Rs 200, the sharpest-ever reduction that will provide relief to more than 33 crore households amid high inflation, ahead of elections in five states, including politically crucial MP, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/domestic-lpg-cylinder-price-slashed-by-rs-200-in-steepest-ever-cut/articleshow/103185753.cms

Eye on Andhra polls, TDP chief backs caste census, freebies

With an eye on the assembly polls in Andhra Pradesh, which are to be held along with the Lok Sabha polls next year, former CM and TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday came out in support of “caste census”, saying it is essential to track and eradicate poverty.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/eye-on-andhra-polls-tdp-chief-backs-caste-census-freebies/articleshow/103185465.cms

Govt to help kids rowing to school; Bombay HC takes note

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/govt-to-help-kids-rowing-to-school-bombay-hc-takes-note/articleshow/103185730.cms

INDIA bloc set to get coordination panel during its Mumbai meet

A coordination committee of the opposition INDIA bloc is set to be announced at the alliance’s meeting that will be held in Mumbai on August 31 and September 1, said Shiv Sena (UBT) members. The committee is likely to have prominent members from across the parties which are part of the alliance, and it will plan details for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-bloc-set-to-get-coordination-panel-during-its-mumbai-meet/articleshow/103185827.cms

South director AS Ravi Kumar Chowdary faces backlash for kissing actress Mannara Chopra: 'What a creep'

August 29, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

South director AS Ravi Kumar Chowdary's viral video kissing Priyanka Chopra's sister, actress Mannara Chopra leaves netizens furious.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-south-director-as-ravi-kumar-chowdary-faces-backlash-for-kissing-priyanka-chopra-cousin-mannara-chopra-3057891

'Indian diaspora can build bridges between India and other nations'

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/us-canada-news/indian-diaspora-can-build-bridges-between-various-countries-and-india-says-executive-director-of-indiaspora/articleshow/103184124.cms

Ambani succession plan picks up pace, children appointed to RIL board

Reliance Industries, India’s largest company in terms of market value, has appointed chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani’s three children — Isha, Akash and Anant — to the board, an indication that they will eventually helm the oil-to-telecom conglomerate.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/ambani-succession-plan-picks-up-pace-children-appointed-to-ril-board/articleshow/103148123.cms

SC disposes of plea against Mathura demolition drive

The Supreme Court on Monday disposed of a plea filed against demolition drive near Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura to remove alleged encroachment on government land and refused to grant any protection to those removed from the land and asked them to raise their grievances before lower court where the suit is pending.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/supreme-court-disposes-of-plea-against-mathura-demolition-drive/articleshow/103147999.cms

After successful Moon mission Chandrayaan-3, India to shoot for Sun on September 2

As Vikram and Pragyan, the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, continue to do science on the Moon, Isro has set the date for the launch of its solar mission — 11.50am, on September 2. The agency has completed the integration of the Aditya-L1 spacecraft — India’s first solar observatory mission — with its workhorse launch vehicle, the PSLV, at Sriharikota.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/after-successful-moon-mission-chandrayaan-3-india-will-shoot-for-sun-on-september-2/articleshow/103147571.cms

Wordle 801 answer for today: Here is the Wordle answer for August 29

August 28, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

To help you out, here is the Wordle 801 answer for August 29.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/gaming/report-wordle-801-answer-for-today-here-is-the-wordle-answer-for-august-29-3057771

'Ticking time bomb': China’s economic slump is sounding alarm bells across the world

August 27, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

China's economic slowdown is causing concerns globally, with a significant impact on trade and financial markets. China's imports have fallen for nine out of the last ten months, affecting countries in Africa and Asia. The country's deflation, with falling producer prices, is beneficial for countries battling high inflation, but a prolonged slowdown could harm the global economy.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/chinas-economic-slump-is-sounding-alarm-bells-across-the-world/articleshow/103141544.cms

India has got best picture of Moon, payloads have time till September 3 for all tests: Isro chief

Days after leading the country’s elite space agency to do the most difficult task in the world of landing a spacecraft on the most difficult terrain on the lunar south pole where nobody has ventured before, Isro chairman S Somanath said on Sunday that India has the “best picture of the Moon”.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-has-received-best-picture-of-moon-all-payloads-have-time-till-september-3-for-all-tests-isro-chief/articleshow/103110510.cms

G20 Summit in Delhi: BJP, AAP spar over funding for capital's makeover

August 27, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

The Delhi BJP will soon hold a press conference and present a full list of only G20-related development projects in the city funded by the Centre, Sachdeva said.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-g20-summit-in-delhi-bjp-aap-spar-over-funding-for-capital-s-makeover-3057626

Impressive: Elon Musk reacts on list of Indian-Origin CEOs

August 27, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

On its social media account, X (formerly known as Twitter), the World of Statistics listed 21 companies that have Indian-origin CEOs. This list includes Alphabet: Sundar Pichai, World Bank Group: Ajay Banga, Micron Technology: Sanjay Mehrotra, Adobe: Shantanu Narayen and many more. Recating on the post, Musk on his micro-blogging account said, "Impressive".

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/impressive-elon-musk-reacts-on-list-of-indian-origin-ceos/articleshow/103110255.cms

Emergency medical department not mandatory, as per NMC

The National Medical Commission has dropped the requirement for medical colleges to have an emergency medicine department. This was done despite a country-wide study showing that a dedicated emergency department could save several thousand lives. Experts TOI spoke to said the decision rolls the clock back on India’s emergency care system.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/emergency-medical-department-not-mandatory-as-per-nmc/articleshow/103096256.cms

'Liability for kid’s maintenance mother’s too, not just dad’s'

A single bench of Justice Pankaj Purohit of the Uttarakhand high court on Friday delivered what was termed by judicial watchers ‘a landmark judgment’ that specified that both parents were liable for maintenance of a child, and not just the father. The judgment drew upon the recent amendment to Section 125 of the CrPC (relating to maintenance of wives, children and parents) and interpretation of the word ‘person’ to mean both genders.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/liability-for-childs-maintenance-not-just-fathers-mothers-too-uttarakhand-high-court/articleshow/103094306.cms

Kids opt for rowing rafts, fight snakes to reach school

School children need to take flimsy rafts and fight off water snakes to make it to school every day across the reservoir of one of Maharashtra’s largest dams, making their parents wonder in Chandrayaan-3’s glory season if demanding a bridge for their hamlet is asking for the moon.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/children-opt-for-rowing-thermocol-rafts-fight-snakes-over-25km-walk-to-reach-school/articleshow/103094120.cms

Train fire in Madurai claims 9 lives: Smuggled gas stove used, coal & firewood found in coach

August 25, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Tragedy struck as a private train coach caught fire in the early hours of Saturday, resulting in the deaths of nine pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh at a railway yard about 1km from Madurai junction in Tamil Nadu. Railway authorities said the fire is suspected to have originated from a gas cylinder, smuggled into the coach for cooking meals.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/train-fire-in-madurai-claims-9-lives-use-of-gas-stove-confirmed-coal-firewood-found-in-coach/articleshow/103093734.cms

PAK vs AFG, 3rd ODI: Pakistan becomes No.1-ranked ODI side after 3-0 series sweep against Afghanistan

August 26, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Although the scoreline may suggest otherwise, Afghanistan had their fair share of moments throughout the series, demonstrating their ability to compete against top-tier teams.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-pak-vs-afg-3rd-odi-pakistan-become-number-1-odi-team-with-3-0-clean-sweep-over-afghanistan-3057501

Teacher encourages students to slap classmate in UP; stirs row

The teacher, seen seated, can be purportedly heard saying in Hindi in one of the clips: "I have declared that there are Muslim children... Why don't you slap him with full force."

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/agra/private-school-teacher-encourages-students-to-slap-classmate-in-ups-muzaffarnagar-stirs-row/articleshow/103071257.cms

Jawan: Shah Rukh Khan's movie creates history, becomes first Indian film to release on world's largest cinema screen

August 25, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Even before its release, Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan created history by being released on the world's largest cinema screen in Germany.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-jawan-shah-rukh-khan-movie-creates-history-becomes-first-indian-film-be-release-on-world-s-largest-cinema-3057379

Govt cites Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s opposition to buttress Article 370 stand

BJP has always maintained that J&K would not have got the special status that it enjoyed under Article 370 if Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, country’s first home minister who played a crucial role in the integration of the erstwhile princely states into the Indian Union, had his way. The reverence for the “Iron Man” and the architect of unified India found robust mention in the Centre’s arguments before the Supreme Court on Thursday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/govt-cites-sardar-vallabhbhai-patels-opposition-to-jk-special-status-to-buttress-article-370-stand/articleshow/103037726.cms

Fighter squadrons depleting, IAF eyes 100 more Tejas Mk-1A

The IAF now plans to order around 100 more Tejas Mark-1A jets to meet the shortfall in the number of its combat squadrons till a much more powerful and capable version of the indigenous fighter is operationally ready. This proposed deal for around 100 Tejas Mark-1A jets will add to the 73 such jets and 10 trainers already ordered under the Rs 46,898 crore contract inked with HAL in February 2021.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/fighter-squadrons-depleting-iaf-eyes-100-more-tejas-mk-1a/articleshow/103037265.cms

IIT-Bombay gets Rs 160 crore from anonymous donor

The Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay has received its first ever anonymous donation of Rs 160 crore. The cheque has come from an alumnus who wishes to maintain complete privacy about his gift. The donation has come at a time when the institution has been hit by budget cuts and is taking loans from the Higher Education Financial Agency (HEFA) for expansion. The donated funds will go towards setting up a Green Energy and Sustainability Research hub (GESR) on campus.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/iit-bombay-gets-rs-160-crore-from-anonymous-donor/articleshow/103035390.cms

Chandrayaan-3 lander Vikram ‘full on’, Pragyan does Moonwalk

A day after Chandrayaan-3 lander Vikram touched down on Moon’s south polar region, Isro on Thursday switched on the payloads on Vikram and started moving Pragyan, the rover, on the lunar surface. On why the rover took more than four hours to roll out, Isro chairman S Somanath told TOI: “After the landing, we had to check the inclination, terrain condition and temperatures, and wait for the lunar dust to settle. The rover came out late last night.”

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/day-after-chandrayaan-3-lander-vikram-full-on-rover-pragyan-does-a-moonwalk/articleshow/103034952.cms

Modi, Xi meet on Brics sidelines, agree on LAC disengagement

August 23, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Maintenance of peace and tranquility in the border areas and respect for the LAC are essential for the normalization of Sino-Indian ties that remain in deep-freeze because of the unresolved military standoff in eastern Ladakh, PM Narendra Modi told president Xi Jinping ahead of the G20 summit. PM highlighted India’s concerns over the ``unresolved issues’’ along the LAC and both leaders agreed to work towards early disengagement and de-escalation.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pm-narendra-modi-chinese-president-xi-meet-on-brics-sidelines-agree-on-expeditious-de-escalation-in-ladakh/articleshow/103034897.cms

Wordle 797 answer for today: Here is the Wordle answer for August 25

August 24, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

To help you out, here is the Wordle 797 answer for August 25.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/gaming/report-wordle-797-answer-for-today-here-is-the-wordle-answer-for-august-25-3057245

Twinkle Khanna congratulates Akshay Kumar for impacting education system, 'shaking' box office with OMG 2

August 23, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Twinkle Khanna congratulated her husband Akshay Kumar for the success of OMG 2 and penned a heartfelt note.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-twinkle-khanna-congratulates-akshay-kumar-for-impacting-education-system-shaking-box-office-with-omg-2-3057069

Judiciary has become part of an unholy alliance: Madras HC judge

The Madras High Court has criticized the current approach of special courts dealing with disproportionate assets cases against politicians, stating that it could lead to the end of such cases under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The court observed that the change of power in the state often results in the identities of the accused and the prosecution being obfuscated.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/judiciary-has-become-part-of-an-unholy-alliance-madras-hc-judge/articleshow/102995640.cms

You always want responsibility: Bumrah on captaincy

August 23, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Jasprit Bumrah, a comeback pacer, led the Indian team to a 2-0 series win against Ireland. The three-match series ended with an abandoned third T20I due to rain in Dublin. Bumrah took four wickets in the two matches, with an average of 9.75.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/as-a-cricketer-you-always-want-responsibility-jasprit-bumrah-on-captaincy/articleshow/102995211.cms

IMA opposes NMC norms on prescriptions, bar on meets

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged the Union health minister to withdraw regulations requiring doctors to prescribe generic drugs until the quality of all medicines can be assured. The IMA also expressed concerns about regulations prohibiting doctors from attending conferences sponsored by pharmaceutical companies. The association called for exemptions for associations and organizations from the regulations.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ima-opposes-nmc-norms-on-prescriptions-bar-on-meets/articleshow/102956754.cms

As China watches, PM Modi calls for resilient supply chains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for the development of a resilient and inclusive supply chain, highlighting concerns over dependency on China as the "factory of the world." Modi's remarks came ahead of possible interactions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and in the presence of China's commerce minister.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/as-china-watches-pm-modi-calls-for-resilient-supply-chains/articleshow/102956628.cms

Vikram all set for soft landing as India reaches for the Moon today

India is set to make history by landing a probe in the polar region of the Moon. The Chandrayaan-3 lander, named Vikram, is scheduled to touchdown on Wednesday, followed by the release of the rover named Pragyan. If successful, India will be the first to land close to the lunar south pole. Vikram has been equipped with sturdier legs to withstand landing velocities.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/vikram-all-set-for-soft-landing-as-india-reaches-for-the-moon-today/articleshow/102956438.cms

DNA TV Show: Why the last 15 minutes of Chandrayaan-3 moon landing are most crucial?

August 22, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Know how the last 15 minutes of the Chandrayaan-3 moon landing mission is the most crucial point of the mission.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report-dna-tv-show-why-the-last-15-minutes-of-chandrayaan-3-moon-landing-are-most-crucial-vikram-lander-space-news-3056897

GOP presidential debate: A hot race to be first behind Trump

August 21, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The Republican party's first presidential debate for the 2024 elections will be a heated showdown between candidates. Taking place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the debate will offer insight into the party's priorities and strategies. The two-hour debate will be exclusively aired on Fox news and the Fox business network. The Republican National Committee has also chosen Rumble as the livestreaming partner, moving away from larger tech companies.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/gop-presidential-debate-a-fiery-showdown-to-be-first-behind-trump/articleshow/102954612.cms

If factors unfavourable, we will postpone landing to August 27: Senior Isro scientist on Chandrayaan-3

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is considering an alternative landing date of August 27 for the Chandrayaan-3 mission if conditions are not favourable on August 23. ISRO has taken precautions and learned from the mistakes of the Chandrayaan-2 mission, strengthening the legs of the Vikram lander and conducting rigorous testing. ISRO is prioritizing a smooth landing and will delay if necessary, even though it may result in a loss of four Earth days for rover and lander operations.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/if-factors-unfavourable-we-will-postpone-landing-to-august-27-senior-isro-scientist-on-chandrayaan-3/articleshow/102918364.cms

Four arrests as police investigate large-scale violence at Derbyshire kabaddi event

August 21, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Violence erupted during a circle kabaddi tournament in Derby, UK, where gunshots were fired and individuals fought with swords, rods, and machetes. Four arrested men are suspected of firearm possession and violent disorder. The tournament was organized by the England Kabaddi Federation (EKF), with yellow Khalistan flags present. The incident occurred despite crowd barriers protecting the pitch, and EKF stressed that those involved weren't linked to their affiliated clubs.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/four-arrests-as-police-investigate-large-scale-violence-at-derbyshire-kabaddi-event/articleshow/102918119.cms

Why this US state is attracting Indian medical students

August 21, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The number of Indian students studying in Georgia is increasing, with around 8,000 estimated to be studying there in 2021. Most Indian students go to Georgia for medical studies, attracted by the affordability and safety of the country. Georgia has over 20 universities approved by India's National Medical Commission, offering exposure to patients and degrees recognized by the World Health Organization.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/us-canada-news/georgia-continues-to-attract-indian-medical-students/articleshow/102917392.cms

DNA TV Show: How's ISRO ensuring Chandrayaan-3's safe landing on moon?

August 21, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Getting Chandrayaan 3 from a horizontal to a vertical position is one of the "biggest" obstacles of landing on the lunar surface.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report-dna-tv-show-why-is-it-difficult-to-land-on-moon-how-s-isro-ensuring-chandrayaan-3-s-safe-landing-on-moon-3056736

'Idol consecration in Ram Temple between Jan 16-24'

The construction of the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Temple is ready and Ram Lalla will be consecrated between January 16 and 24 after Makar Sankranti, a top official of the temple trust said on Sunday. The consecration of Ram Lalla will be carried out after the construction of the first floor of the temple, Ram Mandir Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai said.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ram-temples-sanctum-sanctorum-ready-idol-consecration-between-jan-16-24-trust-general-secretary/articleshow/102880547.cms

SSC CGL, MTS, and Havaldar Recruitment 2023 result soon: Know how to check, official website, other details

August 20, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

SSC CGL and MTS & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) examinations 2023 results will be declared soonon the official website-- ssc.nic.in.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/education/report-ssc-cgl-mts-and-havaldar-recruitment-2023-result-soon-know-how-to-check-official-website-other-details-3056610

Russia loses Luna-25; Chandrayaan-3 now sole contender to win race to Moon

Russia on Sunday confirmed that its first moon mission in 47 years had failed as spacecraft Luna-25 crashed into the surface of the Moon after spinning into an uncontrolled orbit. Around the time the Russian space agency Roscosmos broke the news, the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) announced that Chandrayaan-3 was all set to land on the south pole of the Moon on August 23 at 6.04pm.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/race-to-the-moon-russia-loses-luna-25-chandrayaan-3-prepares-for-soft-landing-on-august-23/articleshow/102877837.cms

7 pilgrims killed, 28 injured as bus falls into gorge in Uttarkashi

As many as seven pilgrims from Gujarat were killed and 28 others sustained injuries after a tourist bus plunged into a gorge from the Gangotri national highway in Uttarakahnd’s Uttarkashi district on Sunday evening.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/dehradun/7-pilgrims-from-gujarat-killed-28-injured-as-bus-falls-into-gorge-in-uttarakhands-uttarkashi-district/articleshow/102879774.cms

Manjrekar calls this player 'loose end' for India ahead of WC

Sanjay Manjrekar called Suryakumar Yadav's selection as a "big temptation" for India's ODI World Cup preparations. Yadav, a prolific T20I batter, has shown strong performances in the format but has yet to replicate his success in the 50-over game, posing a challenge for the upcoming World Cup.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/-loose-end-they-need-to-tie-sanjay-manjrekar-calls-this-player-loose-end-for-team-india-ahead-of-odi-world-cup/articleshow/102879832.cms

WC: Praggnanandhaa vs Caruana semifinal heads to tie-break

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa tied the two-match classical series against American GM Fabiano Caruana 1-1, sending the match to a tie-break. The two players will compete in a tie-break on Monday to advance to the final against world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/chess/chess-world-cup-praggnanandhaa-vs-caruana-semifinal-heads-to-tie-break/articleshow/102880240.cms

From Rs 260 peak, tomato now down to under Rs 100/kg

The data of prices compiled by the consumer affairs ministry shows that tomatoes were selling at more than Rs 200 a kg across 31 centres on August 4 and the maximum price was Rs 257. But a fortnight later, on Friday, the retail price of the kitchen item was over Rs 200 only at two centres in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/from-rs-260-peak-tomato-now-down-to-under-rs-100/kg/articleshow/102863894.cms

Centre puts 40% export duty on onions to boost supplies, tame prices

The latest step comes after official data showed retail inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, soared to a 15-month high of 7.4% in July, up from the previous month's 4.9%. PM Modi, in his I-Day speech, promised to control inflation and minimise the burden on citizens.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/centre-puts-40-export-duty-on-onions-to-boost-supplies-tame-prices/articleshow/102863878.cms

Srinagar’s tulip garden enters record books with 1.5mn flowers

At the garden on Saturday, J&K administration’s secretary (floriculture, gardens and parks) Fayaz Sheikh was honoured with the certification by World Book president and CEO Santosh Shukla. World Book editor Dilip N Pandit, the J&K director of floriculture, other officers and the garden staff were also present on the occasion.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/srinagars-tulip-garden-enters-record-books-with-1-5mn-flowers/articleshow/102863546.cms

Chandrayaan-3: Vikram lander's 2nd de-boost on Sunday will set stage for August 23 landing

August 18, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Vikram, the Chandrayaan-3 lander, which became independent for the first time since July 14 on Thursday (August 17), will perform the crucial second de-boost manoeuvre at 2am Sunday. “Sunday’s de-boost would be the last operation unless there is a need for some corrections after the manoeuvre. If the de-boost goes as planned, next action would be on August 23, when we attempt landing,” Isro chairman S Somanath told TOI.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/chandrayaan-3-vikram-2nd-de-boost-at-2am-sunday-will-set-stage-for-august-23-landing/articleshow/102859234.cms

Over 200 Meiteis who crossed over to Myanmar to escape violence in Manipur return to state: CM Biren Singh

August 18, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Over 200 Meiteis who fled ethnic violence in Manipur and sought refuge in Myanmar have returned safely after 3 months, praised by Chief Minister N Biren Singh for the Army's role in their repatriation.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-over-200-meiteis-who-crossed-over-to-myanmar-to-escape-violence-in-manipur-return-to-state-cm-biren-singh-3056377

Watch: Comedy of errors during India-Ireland first T20I

India began their three-match series against Ireland with a two-run victory at The Village in Dublin, but the match was called off due to rain interruptions and a humorous incident.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/watch-comedy-of-errors-during-india-ireland-first-t20i/articleshow/102841983.cms

Two low intensity bomb thrown outside Patna single screen showing Gadar 2, suspects arrested

August 17, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

As per the media reports two suspects wanted to sell tickets for Sunny Deol-starrer in black, but when the staff refused to entertain them. Thus, they threw two bombs at the single-screen cinema.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-two-low-intensity-bomb-thrown-outside-patna-single-screen-showing-gadar-2-suspects-arrested-3056240

Ashok Gehlot's rare open support for Pilot, thanks to BJP

August 17, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ashok-gehlots-rare-support-for-sachin-pilot-rajesh-pilot-amit-malviya-bjp-rajasthan-congress-rajasthan-assembly-elections-mizoram-bombing-pm-modi/articleshow/102812288.cms

'Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar's cinema has destroyed the cultural fabric of India' says Vivek Agnihotri | Exclusive

August 17, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Vivek Agnihotri has accused the cinema of Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan of 'destroying the cultural fabric' of India.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-shah-rukh-khan-karan-johar-destroyed-cultural-fabric-of-india-says-the-kashmir-files-director-vivek-agnihotri-3056236

Shastri advocates for four pacers in India's playing eleven

August 17, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Ravi Shastri, former India head coach, believes pacers play a crucial role in India's upcoming campaigns. He suggests fielding four pacers in the playing eleven for the Asia Cup and ICC ODI World Cup, supported by Sandeep Patil, sparking discussions on the Indian cricket squad composition.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/ravi-shastri-advocates-for-including-four-pacers-in-indias-playing-eleven/articleshow/102811357.cms

'Bahut jaldi tere ko goli...': Urfi Javed receives death threat, calls it 'regular day' in her life

August 16, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Urfi Javed received a death threat in a mail, and the sender clearly said, "Bahut jaldi tere ko goli nahi maar di jayegi."

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/television/report-urfi-javed-uorfi-receives-death-threat-calls-it-regular-day-in-her-life-bahut-jald-tere-ko-goli-maar-di-jayegi-3056094

DNA TV Show: Chandrayaan-3 only 163 km away from Moon, nears touchdown

August 16, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Chandrayaan-3 was to revolve in 5 different orbits in the Lunar orbit. Today, it has entered the last i.e. fifth grade before soft landing. Now, after circling here, Chandrayaan-3 will attempt soft landing.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report-dna-tv-show-chandrayaan-3-only-163-km-away-from-moon-nears-touchdown-3056093

Hoping to get 'hidden treasure', family burns elderly member to death

August 16, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

An elderly villager was burnt to death by his own family members in Bihar’s Kishanganj district out of “belief” that his sacrifice would help them lay their hands on hidden treasure and they would become richer at once, police said on Wednesday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/patna/hoping-to-get-hidden-treasure-family-burns-elderly-member-to-death-in-bihar/articleshow/102779915.cms

Maoists kills 2 policemen on eve of Independence Day in Jharkhand

August 15, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Suspected Maoists active in the forested regions of West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand attacked joint security forces and killed two policemen on the eve of Independence Day.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ranchi/maoist-strike-kill-2-policemen-on-eve-of-independence-day-in-jharkhand/articleshow/102751498.cms

No concrete breakthrough in India-China military talks

August 15, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

There was yet again no concrete breakthrough in resolving the festering troop face-offs at Depsang Plains and Demchok in eastern Ladakh despite the latest round of top-level military talks being held with China after a gap of almost four months.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/no-concrete-breakthrough-in-india-china-military-talks-on-resolving-ladakh-confrontation/articleshow/102752667.cms

Gadar 2, Pathaan actor Manish Wadhwa calls Sunny Deol and Shah Rukh Khan similar in this one aspect

August 15, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Gadar 2, Pathaan actor Manish Wadhwa reveals Shah Rukh Khan and Sunny Deol are similar in one aspect.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-gadar-2-pathaan-actor-manish-wadhwa-calls-sunny-deol-and-shah-rukh-khan-similar-in-this-one-aspect-3055962

Rohit should be more aggressive as a captain: Kapil Dev

August 15, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The sight of Kapil Dev lifting the World Cup from the Lord’s balcony forty years ago is etched in an Indian cricket fan’s memory. With another ODI World Cup around the corner, the man who inspired India’s maiden ODI World Cup success and ushered in a cricketing revolution in the country, Kapil Dev, spoke on Indian team’s chances in the tournament, allrounders and Bazball in an exclusive conversation with TOI on his visit to Kochi.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/rohit-sharma-should-be-more-aggressive-as-a-captain-kapil-dev/articleshow/102752213.cms

Far-right 'rockstar' leads in Argentina's president primary

August 14, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Far-right populist candidate Javier Milei emerged as the biggest vote-getter in Argentina's primary elections for presidential candidates. With around 92% votes counted, Milei had around 30% of the total vote, making him an unexpected but real contender for the presidency. Milei, an admirer of Trump, wants to abolish the central bank, legalise the sale of human organs, and make it easier to own handguns.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/far-right-rockstar-leads-in-argentinas-president-primary/articleshow/102733299.cms

Independence Day: More medals for cops in anti-Maoist operations than those in J&K

August 14, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Police medals for bravery in fighting left-wing extremism in India are more numerous than for counter-terrorism operations in J&K, repeating the same trend witnessed earlier this year on Republic Day. Of the 954 police medals announced, 125 were for gallantry in combating left-wing extremism, and 71 for counter-terrorism in J&K.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/more-medals-for-cops-in-anti-maoist-operations-than-those-in-jk/articleshow/102733367.cms

Share your Independence Day greetings

August 14, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/share-your-independence-day-greetings/articleshow/102730700.cms

Elvish Yadav becomes first wildcard contestant to be crowned winner of Bigg Boss OTT, beats Abhishek Malhan

August 14, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Elvish Yadav becomes the first wildcard contestant to win Salman Khan's show Bigg Boss OTT season 2.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/television/report-elvish-yadav-salman-khan-abhishek-malhan-creates-history-becomes-first-wildcar-win-bigg-boss-ott-trophy-3055847

At Palwal, renewed call for boycott of minorities

August 13, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

A lawyer who had been booked for hate speech at a panchayat in Gurgaon’s Tigra village on August 6 was one of the organisers of another such meet in Palwal on Sunday. Kulbhushan Bhardwaj, a district court lawyer, on Sunday dared the administration to lodge a second FIR against him and exhorted youths to take out another Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra on August 28, “come what may”.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/at-palwal-renewed-call-for-boycott-of-minorities/articleshow/102703200.cms

5th T20I: How India lost the series decider against WI

August 13, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The Indian team, led by Hardik Pandya, made a valiant comeback in the third and fourth T20Is but were outclassed by the West Indies in the fifth match, losing the series 2-3. No team has made a successful comeback from 0-2 down in a T20I series, and India also failed to change the outcome in the deciding match in Florida.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/5th-t20i-how-india-lost-the-series-decider-against-west-indies-in-florida/articleshow/102702908.cms

Haryana: Curfew to be relaxed in Nuh for 14 hours on August 14, 15

August 13, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

The order further mentioned that Superintendent of Police, Nuh should ensure the proper implementation of orders adding that it is essential for any person to be allowed to move to seek urgent medical aid.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-haryana-curfew-to-be-relaxed-in-nuh-for-14-hours-on-august-14-15-3055733

James Webb telescope captures image of farthest star ever seen

August 13, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Utilizing the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have successfully gazed upon Earendel, marking the most remote star ever identified. Although initial estimations placed Earendel's distance from our planet at 12.9 billion light-years, taking into account the universe's expansion and the prolonged voyage of the light, astronomers currently propose that Earendel's current position is situated 28 billion light-years away.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/james-webb-telescope-captures-image-of-farthest-star-ever-seen/articleshow/102701598.cms

Nurses, farmers among 1,800 'special guests' for I-Day event

August 12, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Fifty nurses, along with their families, are among nearly 1,800 persons invited as "special guests" to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on Independence Day from the ramparts of the Red Fort on August 15. They have been invited as part of the government's initiative to invite people from all walks of life. "It is good that the nursing profession is being recognised.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/nurses-farmers-among-1800-special-guests-for-pms-independence-day-event-at-red-fort/articleshow/102686201.cms

Wordle 785 answer for today: Here is the Wordle answer for August 13

August 12, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

To help you out, here is the Wordle 785 answer for August 13.

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4th T20I: How India blew away West Indies for series-levelling victory

August 12, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

India made a complete mockery of the 179 chase as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill's belligerent opening stand powered India to a series-levelling nine-wicket victory in the fourth T20I against West Indies in Lauderhill, Florida on Saturday. Jaiswal and Gill smoked dazzling half-centuries as the duo toyed with the West Indies bowling attack during the chase, helping India cross the finish line without breaking a sweat.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/4th-t20i-how-india-blew-away-west-indies-for-series-levelling-victory/articleshow/102685672.cms

How Ramaswamy is trying to win over Trump supporters in US

August 12, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, a rising GOP contender, is employing a unique strategy that combines hard truths and his deeply ingrained Hindu faith in a bid to capture the hearts of Donald Trump supporters and secure the Republican presidential nomination.The 38-year-old fiery leader has been gaining ground in the polls, holding steadfast at third place, trailing only behind former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/how-indian-american-vivek-ramaswamy-is-trying-to-win-over-donald-trump-supporters-in-us-presidential-race/articleshow/102684414.cms

'Has lost his mental balance': Prahlad Joshi slams Rahul Gandhi amid row over words from his speech being removed

August 11, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Addressing a press conference earlier in the day, Rahul Gandhi said central security personnel told him in Manipur, which has been roiled by ethnic violence, that they had never seen anything like what was happening in the state.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-has-lost-his-mental-balance-prahlad-joshi-slams-rahul-gandhi-amid-row-over-words-from-speech-being-removed-3055469

ACT: India tame Japan for a place in final against Malaysia

August 11, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

When Karthi Selvam scored the fifth goal, which proved to be the final nail in the Japanese coffin, the 9000-strong crowd at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium unanimously cheered "Karthi...Karthi" to show their love for the local hero. By then, a clinical Indian display, led by some remarkable playmaking by Manpreet Singh, had stamped the verdict, which finally read 5-0 in India's comprehensive win over Japan in the semifinal of the Men's Asian Champions Trophy here on Friday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/hockey/top-stories/asian-champions-trophy-2023-clinical-india-tame-japan-for-a-place-in-the-final-against-malaysia/articleshow/102657308.cms

India’s Russian oil buying spree continues even as prices climb

August 11, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Indian buyers will continue to purchase crude oil from Russia. Price continues to serve as the primary determinant. Official statistics reveal that in June, the mean expense of Russian crude oil, inclusive of freight charges upon arrival at Indian ports, stood at $68.17 per barrel – marking the lowest point since Moscow's intervention in Ukraine.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/indias-russian-oil-buying-spree-continues-even-as-prices-climb/articleshow/102630101.cms

Rana Ranbir and Babbu Maan pay tribute to late Punjabi writer

August 11, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Master Tarlochan Singh, a noted Punjabi writer, died in a car accident on Thursday after his scooter was hit by a speeding SUV in Samrala. He was found dead on the spot. The Punjabi literary community is mourning his untimely demise and paying tribute to him on social media. Artists like Rana Ranbir and Babbu Maan shared their condolences and respect for Master Ji on their social media handles. An FIR has been registered, and the police have seized the SUV.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/punjabi/movies/news/rip-master-tarlochan-singh-rana-ranbir-and-babbu-maan-pay-tribute-to-the-late-punjabi-writer/articleshow/102657152.cms

Gehlot power sop puts Rs 2,500cr burden on Rajasthan

Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot announced Thursday the abolition of fuel surcharge for all domestic and agricultural electricity consumers, irrespective of the units consumed. "This will put an extra burden of Rs 2,500 crore, which will be borne by the state government," Gehlot said about the waiver, among the slew of recent sops he has declared ahead of assembly polls due later this year.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/gehlot-power-sop-puts-rs-2500cr-burden-on-rajasthan/articleshow/102624230.cms

Give borrowers option to prepay, switch rates: RBI

RBI is worried about the long extension of home loan tenures. Deputy governor M Rajeshwar Rao on Thursday said that the regulator is not considering defining an "unreasonable elongation" as the bank's board will have to consider this. "It is for the bank board to decide having regard to the tenor and the repayment capacity of the individual borrowers," he said.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/give-borrowers-option-to-prepay-switch-rates-rbi/articleshow/102623558.cms

Northeast is a piece of our heart, says PM Modi, assures peace in Manipur soon

PM Modi Thursday pledged the country’s support to the people in trouble-torn Manipur, calling the northeast a “piece of our heart”. “India stands with Manipur. This House stands with Manipur,” he said, replying to the debate on the no-trust motion brought against the government.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/northeast-is-a-piece-of-our-heart-says-pm-modi-assures-peace-in-manipur-soon/articleshow/102622512.cms

Wordle 783 answer for today: Here is the Wordle answer for August 11

August 10, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

To help you out, here is the Wordle 783 answer for August 11.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/gaming/report-wordle-783-answer-for-today-here-is-the-wordle-answer-for-august-11-3055343

It's not INDIA but 'ghamandia gatbhandan', says PM Modi in dig at opposition bloc

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unleashed a scathing attack on opposition's INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) and said it is not INDIA alliance but GHAMANDIA alliance. Taking a swipe at the new name, PM Modi said "opposition needed 'NDA' to stay alive, they just added two 'I's to it due to their arrogance." "You're trying to pass off old vehicle as electric one just by applying new paint," he added.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/it-is-ghamandia-gatbhandan-pm-modi-attacks-oppositions-india/articleshow/102613216.cms

Rajasthan will hike OBC quota from 21% to 27%: CM Gehlot

Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot announced on Wednesday that the state would raise OBC reservation from 21% to 27%, with the additional 6% being for the benefit of the most backward sections within the category. The change, if and when it takes effect, will raise overall reservation in Rajasthan from 64% to 70%.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rajasthan-will-hike-obc-quota-from-21-to-27-cm-gehlot/articleshow/102584729.cms

SIP mop-up in July topped entire year’s figure for FY14

What took a year for SIP mop-up a decade ago, now needs just a month. Systematic investment plan contributions crossed the Rs 15,000-crore mark for the first time in July, industry data showed, reports Aseem Gujar. In FY14, MFs collected Rs 14,500 crore through SIPs in the entire fiscal. The steady rise in monthly SIP flows — which crossed the Rs 10,000-crore mark two years ago — comes on the back of retail investors’ growing maturity level and faith in the asset class.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/sip-mop-up-in-july-topped-entire-years-figure-for-fy14/articleshow/102584853.cms

100+ houses ‘illegally built’ on railways land being razed

Local administration, railway officials and a large number of cops reached areas regarded as “sensitive” near Mathura’s Shri Krishna Janmasthan Wednesday morning with bulldozers and began demolishing over 100 houses in the Nai Basti area, which has a predominantly minority population, that were said to be “illegally developed on government land”.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/100-houses-illegally-built-on-railways-land-being-razed-near-krishna-janmasthan/articleshow/102584353.cms

You have set Manipur on fire: Rahul Gandhi to govt; Amit Shah: You did drama there

Lok Sabha witnessed a heated exchange on the second day of the debate on the no-confidence motion moved by Congress, with Rahul Gandhi accusing the government of destroying ‘Bharat Mata’ and branding governing party members as “traitors”, which drew a sharp retort from Union ministers Amit Shah and Smriti Irani, who asked the former Congress chief not to politicise the ethnic strife in Manipur.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/you-have-set-manipur-on-fire-rahul-gandhi-to-govt-amit-shah-you-did-drama-there/articleshow/102583988.cms

Manipur violence case: 'Politicising those events is shameful', Amit Shah slams opposition, appeals for peace

August 09, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Amit Shah appeals for an end to the three-month-long cycle of violence in Manipur with folded hands.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-manipur-violence-case-politicising-those-events-is-shameful-amit-shah-slams-opposition-appeals-for-peace-3055208

ACT: India beat Pakistan 4-0, book semis date with Japan

August 08, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

A brace from skipper Harmampreet Singh through penalty corners helped India outclass arch-rivals Pakistan 4-0 in their last league stage game as the hosts finished at the top of the final standings.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/hockey/top-stories/act-hockey-2023-india-show-pakistan-the-door-book-semifinal-date-with-japan/articleshow/102581198.cms

Rajya Sabha passes 4 bills in 3.5 hours amid opposition walkout

Rajya Sabha on Tuesday unanimously passed four bills, including one that seeks to equip military commanders of all tri-service organisations with full administrative and disciplinary powers, after the opposition MPs had staged a walkout over the non-acceptance of their demand for holding a discussion on Manipur instead.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rajya-sabha-passes-4-bills-in-3-5-hours-amid-opposition-walkout/articleshow/102548455.cms

IND vs WI 3rd T20I: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma shine as India beat West Indies by 7 wickets in must win game

August 08, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Kuldeep Yadav played a crucial role in India's triumph, taking three wickets, while Mukesh Kumar and Axar Patel contributed with one wicket each.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-ind-vs-wi-3rd-t20i-suryakumar-yadav-tilak-varma-shine-as-india-beat-west-indies-by-7-wickets-in-must-win-game-3055097

Malayalam filmmaker-screenwriter Siddique passes away at 63

August 08, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Siddique, popular Malayalam filmmaker and scriptwriter, passed away at the age of 63 in Kochi. He had been undergoing treatment for various ailments and was on ECMO support . Known for movies like ‘Nadodikkattu’, ‘Ramji Rao Speaking’, and ‘In Harihar Nagar’, Siddique had won acclaim for his 2010 movie, ‘Bodyguard’, which was remade in Tamil and Bollywood. His last directorial was the film ‘Big Brother’ starring Mohanlal that released in 2020. Siddique is survived by his wife and three children.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/malayalam-filmmaker-screenwriter-siddique-passes-away-at-63/articleshow/102545090.cms

Avinash Sachdev opens up on rumours of relationship with Shafaq Naaz

August 08, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

After coming out of the Bigg Boss OTT season 2 house, Avinash Sachdev joined ETimes TV for an exclusive conversation. The actor in the interview, opened up about the rumours of dating Shafaq Naaz in the past. He denied the rumours and shared that news like this can never be hidden, media would have definitely reported about it.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/exclusive-avinash-sachdev-on-rumours-of-past-relationship-with-shafaq-naaz-theres-nothing-like-that-humari-industry-mein-kuch-bhi-nahi-chupta-hai/articleshow/102542769.cms

SC sends TN minister Senthil Balaji to ED custody till Aug 12

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the plea of Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji challenging his arrest and upheld his custody given to Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. It ruled that the agency is empowered to seek custody of an accused and not bound to follow Section 41A of Criminal Procedure Code which mandates that notice be served to the accused for appearance before arrest.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/supreme-court-sends-tn-minister-senthil-balaji-to-ed-custody-till-aug-12-says-agency-has-the-power/articleshow/102512323.cms

DNA TV Show: How news portal, other organisation spread Chinese propaganda

August 07, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

The Chinese institutions that were used as propaganda tools were discussed in an article published in the American newspaper The New York Times.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report-dna-tv-show-how-news-portal-other-organisation-spread-chinese-propaganda-sourabh-raaj-jain-3054962

ACT: Semifinal berth sealed, India edge out Korea 3-2

With their semifinal berth already secured, India triumphed over reigning champions South Korea with a 3-2 victory in their fourth round-robin encounter of the Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai on Monday. This win solidified India's undefeated streak in the continental hockey tournament.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/hockey/top-stories/asian-champions-trophy-semifinal-berth-sealed-india-edge-out-south-korea-3-2/articleshow/102510980.cms

The Exorcist director William Friedkin passes away at 87

August 07, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

On Monday, Oscar-winning director William Friedkin who directed films like The French Connection and The Exorcist, passed away at the age of 87.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/hollywood/report-the-exorcist-director-william-friedkin-passes-away-at-87-3054957

No-trust motion: Rahul likely to open debate tomorrow

The monsoon session of Parliament is set to end on a stormy note as Lok Sabha gears up for the debate on the no-confidence motion on Tuesday.The debate on the motion will take place from August 8 to 10 and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to reply to the opposition-sponsored move on the last day. The numbers are clearly in favour of the ruling NDA and the motion is expected to be defeated.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/debate-on-no-confidence-motion-to-begin-tomorrow-rahul-gandhi-likely-to-lead-congresss-charge/articleshow/102507978.cms

'Sit down!': Why RS Chairman lashed out at Derek O'Brien

August 06, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday accused TMC member Derek O'Brien of doing "theatrics" in the House to gain publicity during a heated debate on the Delhi services bill.Dhankhar's outburst came after the TMC member refused to confine his speech to the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and unleashed a litany of allegations against the central government.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rs-chairman-dhankhar-accuses-derek-obrien-of-indulging-in-theatrics-in-house-to-gain-publicity/articleshow/102510026.cms

Giant 400kg lock made for Ram mandir

A 66-year-old locksmith from Aligarh has made a giant-sized 400kg lock — almost 10 feet high, 4.6 feet wide and 9.5 inches thick — for the Ram mandir in Ayodhya, reports Mohammad Dilshad. Satya Prakash Sharma, the locksmith, termed it “the world’s largest handmade lock”.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/giant-400kg-lock-made-for-ram-mandir/articleshow/102480839.cms

2nd T20I: West Indies register thrilling two-wicket victory over India

August 06, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Despite Tilak Varma's brilliant performance, scoring his first international half-century, India couldn't avoid a thrilling two-wicket defeat in the second T20I against West Indies in Guyana on Sunday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/2nd-t20i-west-indies-register-thrilling-two-wicket-victory-over-india/articleshow/102480166.cms

Annu Kapoor shares his definition of struggle, says 'Mukesh Ambani bhi struggler hai'

August 06, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

In a recent interview, veteran actor Annu Kapoor said that everyone is dealing with their struggle, including Mukesh Ambani.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-annu-kapoor-shares-his-definition-of-struggle-says-mukesh-ambani-bhi-struggler-hai-3054854

ACT: India crush Malaysia 5-0, inch closer to semifinals

August 06, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

India made a resounding comeback, displaying their dominance on the field with a convincing 5-0 victory over Malaysia in a round-robin fixture of the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy hockey in Chennai on Sunday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/hockey/top-stories/asian-champions-trophy-india-crush-malaysia-5-0-inch-closer-to-semifinals/articleshow/102479680.cms

Mehbooba, other netas put under ‘house arrest’: PDP

August 05, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Protests and contrasting sentiments were witnessed in J&K on the fourth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of the former state into Union territories, reflecting the continuing divide on the decision that stripped its statehood and special status on August 5, 2019.

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Shimla: 15 year old boy stripped, thrashed, paraded in market, 5 arrested

August 05, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Shimla police arrested five people after a 15-year-old boy was stripped naked, thrashed and paraded in the market on suspicion of stealing from a shop in Himachal Pradesh.

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Happy Friendship Day: Wishes, messages, quotes, images and more

August 05, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The essence of Friendship Day lies in strengthening existing bonds and fostering new connections. It encourages us to be kinder, more compassionate, and more understanding. As we celebrate this day, we recognize the invaluable role friends play in shaping our lives and making the journey of life more meaningful. Happy Friendship Day!

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/moments/happy-friendship-day-2023-wishes-messages-quotes-images-facebook-whatsapp-status/articleshow/102438953.cms

RPF cop to face charge of communal discord too

August 04, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The railway police (GRP) will add provisions related to spreading communal disharmony against RPF constable Chetan Singh, who allegedly gunned down his senior and three passengers on the Jaipur-Mumbai Superfast Express on Monday. This is the first time the agency is taking into account the communal shades to this case.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rpf-cop-to-face-charge-of-communal-discord-too/articleshow/102435292.cms

DNA TV show: Know all about most polluted city in India, its not Delhi

August 04, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

If you are upset after seeing the ground reality of pollution in Singrauli, then sit tight now, because now we are going to tell you some more serious side effects of pollution in Singrauli.

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Carbon credit export may be allowed, framework with Japan in offing

August 04, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

India is working on a framework for carbon credit export with Japan and is looking at extending the facility to other countries that buy green hydrogen (GH2) from it, power and renewable energy minister R K Singh told reporters on Friday. “We are working on selling carbon credits outside India, specially for those who are buying green hydrogen for us. Japan has sent us a draft on carbon trading. And we seem satisfied with it. We would most likely proceed with it,” he said.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/carbon-credit-export-may-be-allowed-framework-with-japan-in-offing/articleshow/102433660.cms

India’s 1st college-incubated company now a listed entity

Amidst a slew of IPOs that hit the Indian stock markets last month was one that had a rather different birthing. Ideaforge is the country’s first college campus-incubated company that has gone on to become a listed entity.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/indias-1st-college-incubated-company-now-a-listed-entity/articleshow/102403843.cms

1st T20I: West Indies secure narrow victory over India

West Indies started the five-match T20 International series on a winning note at the Brian Lara Stadium on Thursday as India made a mess of a modest run-chase, losing the opening match by a mere four runs. After winning the toss, the West Indies captain Rovman Powell made the bold decision to bat first on what seemed to be a challenging pitch. Powell (48 off 32) then played a captain's knock to help the hosts put on a competitive total of 149 for six in their allotted 20 overs.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/1st-t20i-highlights-west-indies-secure-narrow-victory-over-india-in-series-opener/articleshow/102403180.cms

India off to winning start, thrash China 7-2 in ACT

India's skipper Harmanpreet Singh and Varun Kumar each netted two goals, propelling the team to a dominant 7-2 victory against China in the opening match of their Asian Champions Trophy hockey campaign at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Thursday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/hockey/top-stories/india-off-to-winning-start-thrash-china-7-2-in-asian-champions-trophy/articleshow/102402536.cms

5 effective home remedies to de-tan your face

August 03, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

In this article, we will explore five natural remedies that can help restore your skin's radiance without any adverse side effects.

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Trump to appear in court on charges that he tried to overturn election