Visually impaired singer Suneel Lodhi calls Hanuman Ansh a ‘miracle’:’No formal training’

Entertainment September 6, 2026

Director Vishal Chaturvedi's Hanuman Ansh, a film based on the life of Neem Karoli Baba, has become a surprise success at the box office. The film's devotional music, especially the voice of visually impaired Bundelkhandi folk singer Suneel Lodhi, has captured the hearts of audiences. Lodhi shared his journey from singing bhajans in his village to getting an opportunity to record for the film.

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Half of SC candidates qualify JEE Advanced 2026 as women hit a 6-year high

Education 3 min ago

JEE Advanced 2026 qualifiers rose 4.6% to 56,880, but gains were concentrated among SC and ST candidates. Their qualification rates climbed to 50.16% and 42.14%, respectively, while rates fell for general and OBC-NCL candidates. Women’s qualification rate reached a six-year high of 23.4%.

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Digger worldwide box office collection: Tom Cruise's film opens at $20 million.

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Tom Cruise calls Digger an ‘honour’ as it bombs with $20 mn opening, set to lose $150 mn

Entertainment 15 min ago

Alejandro Inarritu’s satire Digger, which stars Tom Cruise in the unrecognizable titular role of a greedy oil tycoon, has bombed at the worldwide box office after an underwhelming opening weekend. Irrespective of the trade estimates, Cruise has hailed the film as an “honour” and a “truly unforgettable experience”. Digger has earned $20 million worldwide and $8 million in North America.

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How military dogs are trained to brave Ladakh’s 14,000-ft heights

Lifestyle 33 min ago

The Army and ITBP are reportedly using trained Himalayan dogs, including Bakharwals and Tibetan Mastiffs, at sensitive Ladakh posts reaching 14,000 feet. Veterinary expert Vinod Sharma says deployment requires gradual acclimatisation, with training loads increased over weeks.

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Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence tool Grok was used to launch strikes against Iran

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Elon Musk’s SpaceXAI to be ‘SpaceXSI’: Where does ‘super intelligence’ term come from?

Technology 52 min ago

Elon Musk has said that he will rename SpaceX’s AI unit to closely reflect the term US President Donald Trump has been pushing, super intelligence or ‘SI’, instead of ‘artificial intelligence’. The tech billionaire in a post on X on Sunday, October 4, said that the name of SpaceXAI will be changed to SpaceXSI. However, he did not provide any further details regarding the Grok-maker’s rebrand.

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Ronaldo left Portugal's training camp after being an unused substitute in a win over Norway and learning he would not start against Denmark. (AP Photo)

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‘Ronaldo should decide how he wants to end time with national team’, says Portugal coach

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Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has said that it is upto Cristiano Ronaldo to decide if he wants to return to the national team or not. Jesus said that he had told Ronaldo that he needed him, regardless of whether he was playing or not, when he had his first conversation with him after taking charge.

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Indian man slaps Kick Streamer Vietnam video

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Indian man slaps Kick streamer inside Vietnam 7-Eleven: How the incident unfolded

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An Indian man slapped Kick streamer JohnWhatsGoingOn inside a 7-Eleven in Vietnam during a livestream, prompting a discussion on filming strangers during IRL livestreams and how such confrontations should be handled.

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Trisha Krishnan soaks in some morning Vitamin D: know why it is essential in your 40s

Lifestyle 2 hr ago

Trisha Krishnan’s sunlit Instagram post prompted questions about vitamin D. Dr Honey Savla said it helps the body absorb calcium and supports bones and muscles, but sunlight exposure may not provide enough, and deficiency can be symptomless. She advised medical assessment over self-diagnosis or high-dose supplements, noting that not everyone needs supplements.

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CJP leaders likely to be arrested before October 10 Delhi protest: Saurav Das

Cities 2 hr ago

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenor Saurav Das alleged the government plans to arrest him and other party leaders ahead of nationwide protests beginning October 10 against the Special Intensive Revision exercise and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The CJP is calling for Kumar’s resignation, with demonstrations planned at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar and elsewhere.

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Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3 writer says wrote 100 versions of film: ‘Friends tried to bribe me

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*Drishyam 3: The Conclusion*, starring Ajay Devgn, earned Rs 272.8 crore worldwide in its first three days. Screenwriter Aamil Keeyan Khan said he wrote more than 100 drafts to balance the franchise’s familiar mix of family, humour and thrills with a fresh story.

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IIT Gandhinagar engineers a 'Molecular Fishing Net' that filters toxic heavy metals and recovers rare earth elements from waste water. (Image credit: IIT Gandhinagar)

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New process helps remove toxins, pick rare earth metals from wastewater

Cities 3 hr ago

Researchers from IIT Gandhinagar, Cambridge and Birmingham developed a protocol using porous metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to remove toxic metals from wastewater while recovering valuable rare earth elements. Tested on alkaline, turbid wastewater, artificial seawater and e-waste samples, the MOF showed substantial adsorption capacity.

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Sukhpal Khaira booked for sexual harassment over posts on AAP leader

Cities 3 hr ago

Punjab Police filed an FIR against Congress MLA Sukhpal Khaira over alleged sexual harassment, insulting a woman’s modesty and criminal intimidation, after an AAP leader complained about his X posts. Police asked X to remove six posts and preserve records.

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Israeli singer dedicates Hindi song to Captain Smit

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Israeli singer learns Shah Rukh Khan song to honour Flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar

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Israeli-American musician Itay Benda paid a musical tribute to Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who confronted a colleague mid-air and helped avert an alleged attempt to crash a flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

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Perhaps both Ronaldo and Jesus could look into the mirror and see each other. (AP Photo)

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Jorge Jesus won’t bend, and Cristiano Ronaldo cannot be bent

Sports 3 hr ago

Some time next week, or next month, Cristiano Ronaldo will reveal his side of the story. Of his latest, dramatic falling out with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus. The coach has offered glimpses of his version in a press conference: that the country's greatest footballer didn't suit the tactical demands of the game.

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Sam Altman said that OpenAI has signed a deal with the US government to deploy AI models in the Department of War's classified networks.

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman says AI benefits warrant accepting some risks

Technology 3 hr ago

OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said the benefits of artificial intelligence justify accepting some risks and argued the technology should remain broadly accessible to the public "We believe that the world should accept some bad things happening for the benefits of this technology and people having the agency," Altman said in an interview.

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FSSAI declares ‘low-fat dairy whitener’ unsafe at top Delhi hotel — note the risks

Lifestyle 2 hr ago

India’s food regulator banned Nestlé’s Low Fat Dairy Whitener after a sample from Delhi’s Lalit hotel was found unsafe and substandard. Nestlé disputes the finding, and consumers should await the regulator’s decision. A nutritionist advised caution with frequent phosphate-additive consumption.

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‘I want to feel safe’: Young women attempt to march towards Jantar Mantar

Cities 4 hr ago

A protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation also highlighted women’s safety after three journalists alleged sexual harassment by Delhi Police officers. Students joined amid fears over recent attacks and restrictions on women’s freedom.

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Sanjay Dutt offers a clarification for his India remarks on Shekhar Tonite.

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Sanjay Dutt claims his ‘can’t feel peace in India’ remark was a ‘scripted conversation’

Entertainment 4 hr ago

Sanjay Dutt ended up inviting the ire of the internet and certain sections of society after his remarks this past weekend on Shekhar Suman’s satire show Shekhar Tonite on YouTube. The actor, after confessing he “doesn’t feel peace in India anymore”, went on to deliver a monologue commenting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump in his signature style of Munna Bhai.

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Janhvi Kapoor opens up on AI edits of her Devara song "Chuttamalle".

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Janhvi Kapoor calls her Chuttamalle AI video with NTR ‘assault’: ‘Reality of a woman’

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Janhvi Kapoor condemned an AI-generated explicit video falsely depicting her with Devara co-star Jr NTR, calling its non-consensual circulation a criminal violation bordering on sexual assault. She said the misuse of technology reflects wider threats to women’s safety and bodily autonomy. NTR denounced the clip and warned of legal action.

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Mohsin Khan marries Tamanna, shares photos of nikah ceremony: ‘The day MashaAllah’

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Actor Mohsin Khan married Tamanna, who is not from the entertainment industry, on October 3, according to social media posts. He shared wedding photos showing the couple in a tuxedo and a colourful lehenga, while videos captured their mehendi and nikah celebrations. Khan announced their engagement in August. He left *Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai* in 2021 and last appeared in a web series in 2024.

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CBSE ‘hack’, IIT gig and US recognition: Nisarga Adhikary’s incredible year at 19

India 2 hr ago

Nineteen-year-old cybersecurity researcher Nisarga Adhikary earned recognition from the US Department of Justice for reporting a security flaw. Earlier, he raised alleged vulnerabilities in CBSE’s exam-marking system, prompting the board to strengthen security.

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The Indian contingent during the Asian Games closing ceremony in Nagoya, Japan, Sunday. (AP Photo)

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Team depth to individual gaps: India’s Asian Games report card for LA 2028

Sports 4 hr ago

India finished fourth at the Nagoya Asian Games with 85 medals—21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze—missing its 100-medal target and finishing 21 medals below its Hangzhou haul. Team events supplied 13 golds, while 19 silvers in individual events highlighted athletes’ difficulty converting finals into wins.

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‘Way ahead of time’: Bappi Lahiri’s grandson Rego on his disco hits

Entertainment 5 hr ago

In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, late music maestro Bappi Lahiri’s grandson Rego B opened up about his new song, ‘Chand’, and reflected on his grandfather’s musical legacy.

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Can gut bacteria quietly raise Alzheimer’s risk? New study has clues

Health and Wellness 5 hr ago

A study of 1,196 cognitively unimpaired adults linked higher blood levels of the gut-bacteria chemical imidazole propionate (ImP) with poorer performance on some cognitive tests and more Alzheimer’s-related biomarkers. Long-term ImP exposure also produced Alzheimer’s-like changes and blood–brain barrier effects in mice.

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A large expanse of monoculture oil palm plantation in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo.

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Why edible oils are bearing the brunt of food inflation

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War, El Niño and expanding biofuel mandates are tightening global vegetable-oil supplies and lifting prices. Indonesia’s new 50% biodiesel blend could divert more palm oil from exports, while drought may reduce production; disrupted Black Sea shipping is also constraining sunflower-oil trade despite larger harvests.

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New Mokama rail bridge over the Ganga in Bihar. (Image: East Central Railway)

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Mokama’s new rail bridge commissioned, boosting north-south Bihar train connectivity

India 2 min ago

Indian Railways commissioned a double-track bridge over the Ganga at Mokama for about Rs 2,400 crore, following safety clearance on October 3–4, 2026. Built alongside the still-operational Rajendra Pul, it creates a three-line route, improving North–South Bihar connectivity and easing passenger and freight traffic on the Delhi–Howrah corridor.

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Inside Shahid Kapoor’s luxe home with dramatic black staircase, majestic carpets and more

Lifestyle 15 hr ago

Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput’s 10,000-square-foot Mumbai duplex blends bold design with family-friendly comfort. The four-bedroom home, planned online over 14 months during the pandemic, features a sculptural staircase, prominent art and playful furnishings alongside neutral tones, wood and greenery. It accommodates entertaining, work and recreation, bringing together their different tastes.

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First-time safari-goers should look beyond tiger sightings and observe the wider forest ecosystem in National Parks.

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Safari season is back: What to know before visiting India’s national parks

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

After monsoon closures and restrictions, several Indian wildlife parks and sanctuaries—including Ranthambore, Sariska and Jim Corbett—are reopening for safari season. Experts say visitors should respect wildlife guidelines, keep their distance and look beyond tiger sightings to appreciate the broader ecosystem, from birds and insects to animal tracks and alarm calls.

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Tension flares up at Kolkata’s SRFTI as members of Hindu outfit protest

Cities 8 hr ago

Tension returned to Kolkata’s SRFTI on Sunday when members of the Hindu outfit Bangiyo Hindu Jagaran Manch threw bricks and bottles at students and clashed with police while protesting alleged insults to Hindu symbols. Students had sought protection and asked authorities to stop the rally, citing a campus clash a week earlier.

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Appointing the Election Commission: An Expert Explains why perception matters

Explained 16 hr ago

Constituent Assembly members warned in 1949 that government influence over Election Commission appointments could compromise its independence. After Parliament left the process undefined for 74 years, Supreme Court included the CJI in a selection panel in 2023. A subsequent law replaced CJI with a minister chosen by the PM, renewing concerns about government influence and perceived impartiality.

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BERMUDA plane missing, boston plane crash

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Plunged 14,000 feet in 2 minutes: Debris from missing jet found off US coast

World 17 hr ago

The Coast Guard found debris linked to a missing medical transport jet off Nantucket and continued searching for its six occupants: four Canadians and two Bermudians. The Boston-bound Gulfstream G100 left Bermuda and lost contact after the pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency.

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Reheating leftover rice more than once may increase food-safety risks if the rice has not been cooled and stored properly.

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Is it safe to reheat rice more than once?

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Reheating rice more than once is discouraged, particularly if it has been left at room temperature or stored improperly. *Bacillus cereus* spores can survive cooking, and some toxins they produce may withstand reheating. Repeated heating can also harm texture and nutrients. Cool rice promptly, refrigerate it, and reheat only the portion needed until thoroughly hot.

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Why TVK joins INDIA bloc, hits pause on Vijay as PM face

Political Pulse 14 hr ago

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has formally joined the INDIA bloc, aligning nationally with the Congress, which already supports Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s government, formed with 108 Assembly seats—10 short of a majority. The move offers TVK a framework for future parliamentary negotiations but complicates the DMK’s role in the Opposition alliance.

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US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump with China's President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at the White House, on September 24. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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China This Week | Rumours about Xi’s health, US jets arrive in Taiwan, and more

Explained 17 hr ago

Reports questioned Xi Jinping’s health after he reportedly requested private breaks and shorter events in Washington, though the claims are unverified and could reflect the strain of age and travel. Taiwan received the first two of 66 delayed F-16V jets as a larger US arms deal remains pending. Satellite imagery also shows China building a runway at Antelope Reef, potentially extending its reach.

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Violent clashes, schools shut: Why are students protesting across France?

World 13 hr ago

Thousands of French students are protesting overcrowded classrooms, poor facilities, staff shortages and inadequate funding, disrupting or closing hundreds of schools. Clashes have led to nearly 5,000 arrests, dozens of protesters and more than 600 officers injured, and tens of millions of euros in damage.

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Suvendu Adhikari promises UCC in 6 months, laws against love jihad in Bengal

Cities 19 hr ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari pledged to implement the Uniform Civil Code within six months and enact strict laws against what he termed “love jihad,” “land jihad” and religious conversions. At a VHP event, he accused the previous government of dividing people and said his BJP government would protect the Constitution, Indian culture and places of worship.

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Tamannaah Bhatia shares mantra for bad skin days

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‘No filter’: Tamannaah Bhatia’s advice for dealing with bad skin days

Lifestyle 19 hr ago

Tamannaah Bhatia urged young women to accept themselves on days when their skin looks less than perfect, sharing an unfiltered selfie. Dermatologists say skin can fluctuate due to factors such as stress, sleep, weather, diet and hormones. They recommend a consistent, gentle skincare routine, avoiding product overuse and social-media comparisons.

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‘I danced wearing frocks on local stages in Agra’: Dupahiya 2 actor Sparsh Shrivastava

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Dupahiya Season 2 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, with Sparsh Shrivastava and Renuka Shahane discussing their roles. Shrivastava drew on childhood Kathak training and stage performances to play aspiring actor Bhugol Jha, though rehearsals and the costume were challenging.

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Who can be Kohli’s successor at 3 in ODI’s? Wasim Jaffer says southpaw can do it

Sports 44 min ago

Virat Kohli says the 2027 ODI World Cup will be his last, and he is focused on winning it. With Kohli expected to leave a vacancy at No. 3, former India batter Wasim Jaffer has backed Tilak Varma, praising his adaptability, first-class record and potential across formats.

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RBI likely to raise rates: Why inflation, crude and global rates matter

Explained 19 hr ago

The RBI is widely expected to raise its repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% on October 7, though some analysts foresee no change. Rising food and energy inflation, drought risks, oil above $100 a barrel and high US rates are fueling pressure to tighten. Strong 7.8% first-quarter growth could also lead the RBI to revise its outlook upward. A hike would increase borrowing and deposit costs.

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Gyanesh Kumar row: Key takeaways from Kerala probe, protests against ECI and SIR

Explained 20 hr ago

Protests against the Election Commission of India and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have intensified, with opposition parties raising allegations over electoral rolls and demanding his resignation.

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France high school students’ protest: What sparked violence, what’s next

Explained 20 hr ago

French high school protests over overcrowding, teacher shortages, poor facilities and heat have spread nationwide from Créteil, with fires and clashes with police. More than 4,000 people have been arrested and 65 education staff injured. Education Minister Édouard Geffray announced student consultations and plans to hire teachers, as the unrest intensifies pressure on the government.

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Railways have stepped up efforts to prevent elephant-train collisions across vulnerable sections in the Northeast. (Image generated using AI)

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AI Alerts to ‘Plan Bee’: Railways saved 255 elephants from train collisions in northeast

India 11 hr ago

Northeast Frontier Railway says its measures helped save 255 elephants from train collisions between January and September 2026 across four divisions: 106 in Alipurduar, 14 in Rangiya, 122 in Lumding and 15 in Tinsukia. Measures include AI-based acoustic alerts, speed restrictions, patrols, “Plan Bee” sound systems, wildlife underpasses and coordination with the Forest Department.

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Ex IT employee drives auto rickshaw Bengaluru

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Ex-IT employee turns Bengaluru auto driver, says she now earns more

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A chance conversation during an auto ride in Bengaluru caught the Internet's attention after a passenger discovered that the woman driving the Rapido auto had previously worked in the IT sector.

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6 simple washroom hygiene tips when travelling via trains

Lifestyle 20 hr ago

Experts recommend carrying a small hygiene kit for train journeys, including sanitiser, tissues, wipes and disposal bags. Wash hands with soap and water for about 20 seconds, especially before eating; avoid touching your face and keep belongings off washroom surfaces. Wear footwear and close the toilet lid before flushing.

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Rohit is 39 years old and has scored 35 centuries thus far in his illustrious ODI career. (PTI/File Photo)

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Want Rohit Sharma to have more ODI centuries than his age when he retires: Sunil Gavaskar

Sports 20 hr ago

Rohit Sharma nearly scored a second ODI century in a row during India's match on Saturday against the West Indies in Mullanpur, falling for 92 in 85 balls. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that he was quite disappointed that Rohit fell eight runs short of his century, for a rather unique reason.

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Shabana Azmi celebrates 62 years of Javed Akhtar moving to Mumbai.

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‘Had 27 paise in his pocket’: Shabana Azmi recalls Javed Akhtar’s struggles in Mumbai

Entertainment 21 hr ago

Shabana Azmi marked the anniversary of Javed Akhtar’s arrival in Mumbai on October 4, 1964, recalling that he had just 27 naye paise and endured homelessness and hunger before succeeding. Akhtar later teamed with Salim Khan to write landmark Hindi films.

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Digger box office collection day 2: Tom Cruise's lowest opening in 19 years.

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Tom Cruise’s Digger gets crushed by Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3, grosses Rs 1.30 cr in India

Entertainment 21 hr ago

Alejandro Inarritu’s satire Digger, starring an unrecognisable Tom Cruise as a greedy oil tycoon, has failed to meet expectations at the box office, both in North America and at the Indian box office. Even though it was quite a swing for the A-lister, the film has managed to open at only a minor fraction of the final instalment of his blockbuster spy thriller franchise Mission: Impossible.

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Vidya Malavade shares Uddiyana Bandha tutorial: How to practise it safely

Lifestyle 21 hr ago

Vidya Malavade demonstrated Uddiyana Bandha, advising practice only on an empty stomach after emptying the bladder and bowels. The technique involves exhaling fully, drawing the abdomen inward and upward, and holding the lock only while comfortable; she also showed it combined with two other yogic locks.

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Aloo vs gobhi vs pyaz paratha: Which is the healthiest breakfast option?

Lifestyle 22 hr ago

Dietician Meena Kumari ranks gobhi paratha healthiest, followed by onion and potato, citing cauliflower’s fibre, vitamins and antioxidants. Onion offers gut-friendly fibre and antioxidants, while potato provides more starch and potassium. Cooking fat, portion size and accompaniments matter more than the filling; all three are low in protein.

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 review: Is this the ultimate Gen Z snapshot camera?

Technology 4 hr ago

At Rs 8,499, the Mini 13 does not reinvent the instant-camera experience. Most of it will feel familiar if you have used the Instax Mini 12, but Fujifilm has made a few small changes, including a mechanical self-timer, while keeping the camera simple enough for almost anyone to use. The result is an instant camera that prioritises the experience over technical precision.

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