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2 Singapore drivers allegedly detained in Legoland for offering illegal ride-hailing services; cars seized

Two Singapore-registered cars were allegedly seized and their drivers detained after they offered illegal ride-hailing services on Saturday (Aug 9), China Press reported that day.In photographs posted on a now-deleted Facebook post of the incident, multiple o

'Nuclear sabre-rattling Pakistan's trade': India slams Asim Munir's remarks; regrets comments made from US

India has strongly criticized Pakistan, labeling it an irresponsible nuclear state controlled by its military, following Pak General Asim Munir's threatening remarks. Munir warned of destroying Indian infrastructure affecting water flow and issued a broader n
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'Nuclear sabre-rattling Pakistan's trade': India slams Asim Munir's remarks; regrets comments made from US

India has strongly criticized Pakistan, labeling it an irresponsible nuclear state controlled by its military, following Pak General Asim Munir's threatening remarks. Munir warned of destroying Indian infrastructure affecting water flow and issued a broader nuclear threat. India asserts Pakistan's military dominance undermines democracy and raises concerns about nuclear weapons falling into the wrong hands.

Medha Patkar case: SC confirms activist's conviction in defamation case by VK Saxena; sets aside Rs 1 lakh penalty

The Supreme Court upheld Medha Patkar's conviction in a defamation case initiated by VK Saxena. However, the court removed the Rs 1 lakh penalty previously imposed. A Delhi court had earlier issued a warrant against Patkar for not complying with the sentencin
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Medha Patkar case: SC confirms activist's conviction in defamation case by VK Saxena; sets aside Rs 1 lakh penalty

The Supreme Court upheld Medha Patkar's conviction in a defamation case initiated by VK Saxena. However, the court removed the Rs 1 lakh penalty previously imposed. A Delhi court had earlier issued a warrant against Patkar for not complying with the sentencing order. The Delhi High Court had also supported Patkar's conviction, stating that her challenge relied on minor technicalities.

SIR row: High drama at opposition MPs’ march to EC; Akhilesh Yadav jumps barricade; Rahul Gandhi detained – Key points

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, marched to the Election Commission to protest alleged voter fraud and irregularities in Bihar's electoral roll revision. Delhi Police halted the march, leading to dramatic scenes of leaders cl
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SIR row: High drama at opposition MPs’ march to EC; Akhilesh Yadav jumps barricade; Rahul Gandhi detained – Key points

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, marched to the Election Commission to protest alleged voter fraud and irregularities in Bihar's electoral roll revision. Delhi Police halted the march, leading to dramatic scenes of leaders climbing barricades.

‘They are financially strong ...’: Nitin Gadkari’s veiled ‘dadagiri’ jibe amid Trump tariffs; emphasises need for India to boost exports

Nitin Gadkari indirectly criticised US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, asserting that financial strength and technological advancement shouldn't lead to bullying. He emphasised India's commitment to its culture of global welfare, even with economic
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‘They are financially strong ...’: Nitin Gadkari’s veiled ‘dadagiri’ jibe amid Trump tariffs; emphasises need for India to boost exports

Nitin Gadkari indirectly criticised US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, asserting that financial strength and technological advancement shouldn't lead to bullying. He emphasised India's commitment to its culture of global welfare, even with economic growth. Gadkari also highlighted the importance of innovation and research to boost India's economic growth and self-reliance.

'Situation grim': SC directs Delhi govt, MCD to start picking up stray dogs; create helpline

The Supreme Court addressed dog bite incidents in Delhi. It directed the Delhi government to remove stray dogs from all areas. The dogs will be kept in shelters and not released back. Shelters with staff for sterilization and immunization must be created. A h
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'Situation grim': SC directs Delhi govt, MCD to start picking up stray dogs; create helpline

The Supreme Court addressed dog bite incidents in Delhi. It directed the Delhi government to remove stray dogs from all areas. The dogs will be kept in shelters and not released back. Shelters with staff for sterilization and immunization must be created. A helpline will be set up within a week for reporting dog bites.

Bihar: After ‘Dog Babu’, ‘Cat Kumar’ surfaces; mother's name listed as ‘Catiya Devi’

Authorities in Bihar's Rohtas district are investigating a bizarre incident where an application for a residential certificate was filed under the name «Cat Kumar,» son of «Catty Boss» and «Catiya Devi,» complete with a can
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Bihar: After ‘Dog Babu’, ‘Cat Kumar’ surfaces; mother's name listed as ‘Catiya Devi’

Authorities in Bihar's Rohtas district are investigating a bizarre incident where an application for a residential certificate was filed under the name «Cat Kumar,» son of «Catty Boss» and «Catiya Devi,» complete with a canine's photograph. This incident follows a similar case in Patna’s Masaurhi block, where a residence certificate was issued to a dog. A formal case has been registered.

'Sabke boss' mindset behind tariffs on India, says Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that the world recognizes India as a rapidly growing economy with the strength to defend itself, a capability that has drawn envy. He alluded to tariff tensions, predicting that attempts to hinder India's progress throu
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'Sabke boss' mindset behind tariffs on India, says Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that the world recognizes India as a rapidly growing economy with the strength to defend itself, a capability that has drawn envy. He alluded to tariff tensions, predicting that attempts to hinder India's progress through tariffs would fail due to the country's strong position.

Flash flood changes Bhagirathi course, river returns to old path

Recent ISRO satellite images reveal the Bhagirathi river's dramatic reshaping due to a flash flood in Dharali, triggered by the erosion of a debris fan. The flood altered river channels, submerged buildings, and caused significant topographical shifts.
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Flash flood changes Bhagirathi course, river returns to old path

Recent ISRO satellite images reveal the Bhagirathi river's dramatic reshaping due to a flash flood in Dharali, triggered by the erosion of a debris fan. The flood altered river channels, submerged buildings, and caused significant topographical shifts.

Allow transplants from deceased with history of diabetes, hypertension: Docs

The Indian Society for Organ Transplantation (ISOT) suggests considering organs from deceased donors with diabetes or hypertension for transplantation, emphasizing that benefits often outweigh risks. A detailed assessment co-authored by doctors from 32 top In
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Allow transplants from deceased with history of diabetes, hypertension: Docs

The Indian Society for Organ Transplantation (ISOT) suggests considering organs from deceased donors with diabetes or hypertension for transplantation, emphasizing that benefits often outweigh risks. A detailed assessment co-authored by doctors from 32 top Indian medical institutions, supports individualized risk assessment of donor organs and recipient profiles, rather than outright rejection.

Ranthambore's queen, estimated to be 17-18, defies age, seen mating

In Ranthambore National Park, the tigress Noor, aged 17 or 18, has been observed mating, defying typical breeding age limits for wild tigers. This rare event, witnessed in Zone 6, highlights Noor's exceptional health and genetics. Despite experts doubting suc
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Ranthambore's queen, estimated to be 17-18, defies age, seen mating

In Ranthambore National Park, the tigress Noor, aged 17 or 18, has been observed mating, defying typical breeding age limits for wild tigers. This rare event, witnessed in Zone 6, highlights Noor's exceptional health and genetics. Despite experts doubting successful pregnancy, her actions challenge nature's norms. Noor's longevity and continued reproductive behavior underscore the wild's unpredictable nature.

CBSE to set up its own community radio station

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is planning to launch a community radio station for students, teachers, and stakeholders after receiving approval at a recent meeting. This initiative aims to expand upon the existing 'Shiksha Vani' podcast, off
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CBSE to set up its own community radio station

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is planning to launch a community radio station for students, teachers, and stakeholders after receiving approval at a recent meeting. This initiative aims to expand upon the existing 'Shiksha Vani' podcast, offering educational content and fostering community engagement.

Road ministry makes frequent inspection NH mandatory to ensure no encroachment

To combat highway encroachments, the road transport ministry mandates frequent inspections by engineers and officers, supplemented by drone videography for regular monitoring. Encroachers will bear the removal costs, along with additional charges and penaltie
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Road ministry makes frequent inspection NH mandatory to ensure no encroachment

To combat highway encroachments, the road transport ministry mandates frequent inspections by engineers and officers, supplemented by drone videography for regular monitoring. Encroachers will bear the removal costs, along with additional charges and penalties. This directive follows a Supreme Court order addressing NH network encroachments that cause congestion and accidents.

Gunfight with terrorists in Kishtwar

A gunfight erupted between terrorists and security forces in Kishtwar's Dul area during a cordon-and-search operation following specific intelligence inputs. This incident occurred a day after two army personnel died in Kulgam. Reinforcements have been deploy
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Gunfight with terrorists in Kishtwar

A gunfight erupted between terrorists and security forces in Kishtwar's Dul area during a cordon-and-search operation following specific intelligence inputs. This incident occurred a day after two army personnel died in Kulgam. Reinforcements have been deployed as the operation continues, with the Army confirming the ongoing exchange of gunfire with the terrorists.

‘Harrowing journey’: Air India flight with K C Venugopal makes emergency diversion; Trivandrum–Delhi flight lands in Chennai

An Air India flight AI2455, en route from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, was diverted to Chennai due to a suspected technical fault and adverse weather. The flight landed safely, and passengers are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements.
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‘Harrowing journey’: Air India flight with K C Venugopal makes emergency diversion; Trivandrum–Delhi flight lands in Chennai

An Air India flight AI2455, en route from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, was diverted to Chennai due to a suspected technical fault and adverse weather. The flight landed safely, and passengers are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements.

Haryana tremors: 3.1 magnitude hits Jhajjar, no casualties reported

A 3.1 magnitude earthquake rattled the Jhajjar region on Sunday afternoon, causing tremors but no reported casualties. The National Centre for Seismology reported the quake's epicentre was 7 km east-northeast of Jhajjar. This event follows a series of recent
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Haryana tremors: 3.1 magnitude hits Jhajjar, no casualties reported

A 3.1 magnitude earthquake rattled the Jhajjar region on Sunday afternoon, causing tremors but no reported casualties. The National Centre for Seismology reported the quake's epicentre was 7 km east-northeast of Jhajjar. This event follows a series of recent tremors in the Rohtak-Jhajjar belt, including a 3.3 magnitude quake on July 17 and a stronger 4.

'Irregularities in 2019 Lok Sabha polls': Congress doubles down on 'vote chori' claim; to launch audit

Congress plans a comprehensive audit of the 2019 Lok Sabha voters' list, alleging irregularities. KC Venugopal highlighted that opposition parties lost in 48 constituencies by narrow margins. He claimed PM Modi's mandate wasn't genuine, citing Rahul Gandhi's
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'Irregularities in 2019 Lok Sabha polls': Congress doubles down on 'vote chori' claim; to launch audit

Congress plans a comprehensive audit of the 2019 Lok Sabha voters' list, alleging irregularities. KC Venugopal highlighted that opposition parties lost in 48 constituencies by narrow margins. He claimed PM Modi's mandate wasn't genuine, citing Rahul Gandhi's allegations of electoral fraud.

NRI detained at Trivandrum airport: Wife died by suicide in Sharjah; family alleges dowry assault

Satheesh, accused of abetting his wife Athulya's suicide in Sharjah, was detained at Thiruvananthapuram airport upon his return. Athulya's parents alleged harassment and dowry dissatisfaction since their marriage in 2014, claiming he assaulted her before her
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NRI detained at Trivandrum airport: Wife died by suicide in Sharjah; family alleges dowry assault

Satheesh, accused of abetting his wife Athulya's suicide in Sharjah, was detained at Thiruvananthapuram airport upon his return. Athulya's parents alleged harassment and dowry dissatisfaction since their marriage in 2014, claiming he assaulted her before her death. Despite anticipatory bail, he faces investigation by the crime branch under charges including abetment of suicide and dowry prohibition act.

Kendrapara self-immolation case: Ex-boyfriend arrested for sexual harassment; had 'at least 60 obscene videos' of victim

In Odisha's Kendrapara, a man has been arrested for allegedly driving his ex-girlfriend to suicide. He's accused of circulating intimate videos online, leading to her death. Police confirmed charges of abetment of suicide and sexual harassment. The victim's f
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Kendrapara self-immolation case: Ex-boyfriend arrested for sexual harassment; had 'at least 60 obscene videos' of victim

In Odisha's Kendrapara, a man has been arrested for allegedly driving his ex-girlfriend to suicide. He's accused of circulating intimate videos online, leading to her death. Police confirmed charges of abetment of suicide and sexual harassment. The victim's family alleges inaction by the police after she sought help.

'Healthcare, education now commercialised': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat flags accessibility crisis; says common man struggles with costs

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat voiced concerns about the increasing commercialization of healthcare and education, noting their reduced accessibility for the common person. He emphasized the need for affordable and easily accessible medical care, highlighting the li
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'Healthcare, education now commercialised': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat flags accessibility crisis; says common man struggles with costs

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat voiced concerns about the increasing commercialization of healthcare and education, noting their reduced accessibility for the common person. He emphasized the need for affordable and easily accessible medical care, highlighting the limited availability of good cancer treatment in India. Bhagwat also advocated for personalized treatment approaches, recognizing the limitations of uniformly applying Western medical research.

SIR row: Tejashwi Yadav claims Bihar deputy CM Vijay Sinha has 2 EPIC numbers; his 'jungle raj prince' retort

Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and delibe
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SIR row: Tejashwi Yadav claims Bihar deputy CM Vijay Sinha has 2 EPIC numbers; his 'jungle raj prince' retort

Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and deliberate facilitation of duplicate registrations for BJP supporters. The Election Commission refuted Yadav's claims, deeming the presented EPIC as fake and demanding its submission.

Watch: PM Modi launches three Vande Bharat Express trains, yellow line of Bengaluru Metro; key details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains from Bengaluru, connecting Bengaluru to Belagavi, Amritsar to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, and Nagpur to Pune. He toured the Vande Bharat Express, interacting with schoolchildren. Addi
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Watch: PM Modi launches three Vande Bharat Express trains, yellow line of Bengaluru Metro; key details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains from Bengaluru, connecting Bengaluru to Belagavi, Amritsar to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, and Nagpur to Pune. He toured the Vande Bharat Express, interacting with schoolchildren. Additionally, PM Modi inaugurated Bangalore Metro's Yellow Line, expanding the city's metro network. He also laid the foundation stone for Bangalore Metro Phase 3.

‘Be transparent and release digital voter rolls’: Rahul Gandhi steps up attack on EC; launches ‘Vote Chori’ website

Rahul Gandhi has intensified his conflict with the Election Commission of India, alleging compromised democratic processes and launching a public support platform. He demands transparency and access to digital voter rolls for public auditing, citing potentia
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‘Be transparent and release digital voter rolls’: Rahul Gandhi steps up attack on EC; launches ‘Vote Chori’ website

Rahul Gandhi has intensified his conflict with the Election Commission of India, alleging compromised democratic processes and launching a public support platform. He demands transparency and access to digital voter rolls for public auditing, citing potential 'vote theft' in the recent Lok Sabha elections.

'There is a limit to lying': Rijiju slams Rahul Gandhi over Operation Sindoor remarks; cites IAF chief’s rebuttal

Following Rahul Gandhi's allegations regarding Operation Sindoor, BJP leaders have strongly criticized the Congress MP for echoing a Pakistani narrative and undermining the armed forces. Kiren Rijiju and Amit Malviya shared IAF Chief AP Singh's remarks, empha
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'There is a limit to lying': Rijiju slams Rahul Gandhi over Operation Sindoor remarks; cites IAF chief’s rebuttal

Following Rahul Gandhi's allegations regarding Operation Sindoor, BJP leaders have strongly criticized the Congress MP for echoing a Pakistani narrative and undermining the armed forces. Kiren Rijiju and Amit Malviya shared IAF Chief AP Singh's remarks, emphasizing the government's clear political will and the freedom granted to the forces during the operation.

SIR row: Tejashwi Yadav claims Bihar deputy CM has two EPIC numbers; asks if EC will send separate notices

Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and delibe
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SIR row: Tejashwi Yadav claims Bihar deputy CM has two EPIC numbers; asks if EC will send separate notices

Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and deliberate facilitation of duplicate registrations for BJP supporters. The Election Commission refuted Yadav's claims, deeming the presented EPIC as fake and demanding its submission.

‘We played chess’: Army chief says saw 'political clarity' during Op Sindoor; recalls tactics used

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi shared details about Operation Sindoor. It followed the Pahalgam attack. The government gave the army a free hand. Indian forces struck terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Air Chief Marshal AP S
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‘We played chess’: Army chief says saw 'political clarity' during Op Sindoor; recalls tactics used

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi shared details about Operation Sindoor. It followed the Pahalgam attack. The government gave the army a free hand. Indian forces struck terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh revealed the destruction of Pakistani assets. He credited the government's clear political will. The operation galvanised the nation.

'Huge criminal fraud': Congress launches campaign against 'vote chori'; urges citizens to register

The Congress party has launched a portal to garner public support for Rahul Gandhi's «vote chori» allegations, demanding digital voter rolls. The platform showcases purported evidence of electoral fraud and encourages citizens to register their op
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'Huge criminal fraud': Congress launches campaign against 'vote chori'; urges citizens to register

The Congress party has launched a portal to garner public support for Rahul Gandhi's «vote chori» allegations, demanding digital voter rolls. The platform showcases purported evidence of electoral fraud and encourages citizens to register their opposition. Gandhi claims a BJP-ECI collusion led to manipulated voter lists, citing a Karnataka constituency as an example.

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