Middle East teeters as US resumes naval blockade, swaps heavy strikes with Iran

World July 15, 2026

The US has conducted strikes on Iran's missile and drone sites and resumed a naval blockade. Iran retaliated by targeting US infrastructure in the Middle East. The US has launched a fresh round of air strikes on Iran's southern coast, causing explosions in multiple locations. The situation has led to a rise in oil prices, affecting India's import bill and fiscal.

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Sudeep’s Bigg Boss Kannada opens doors for commoners, Bangla premiere on August 30

Entertainment 43 min ago

The upcoming multi-language premiere of Bigg Boss has fans excited on social media. New promos for Bangla and Kannada versions have been released, featuring Kiccha Sudeep and Sourav Ganguly. Auditions for Bigg Boss Kannada 13 have been completed, giving common people a chance to participate. The teaser for Bigg Boss Bangla 3 showcases a royal theme.

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Siwan SP shunted after alleged AK-47 use on student protestors amid Bihar IPS reshuffle

India 17 min ago

The Bihar government on Tuesday transferred 17 senior IPS officers, including the police chiefs of Siwan and Bhojpur districts, where recent police actions had sparked controversy. According to a circular issued by the state Home Department, Siwan Superintendent of Police (SP) Pooran Kumar Jha has been transferred and placed on the waiting list for a fresh posting.

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Bigg Boss 20: Rajat Bedi confirmed; contracts decide how long contestants stay on show

Entertainment 43 min ago

Bigg Boss 20, hosted by Salman Khan, is all set to premiere next month. Many names of probable contestants have been revealed, and now, SCREEN has exclusively learned that Rajat Bedi and Niti Taylor have been confirmed for the show. Geeta Basra, Mahhi Vij, Sunil Pal, Showik Chakraborty, and Jannat Zubair were also in talks for Bigg Boss 20.

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Why the inaugural Esports Nations Cup was postponed to November 2027

Sports 57 min ago

The inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC) has been postponed to November 2027 due to ongoing regional assessment and consultation with stakeholders. The event includes teams from 100+ countries and territories.

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Couple eating separately because of different food preferences

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What ‘food divorce’ could mean for your relationship

Lifestyle 1 hr ago

Shared meals can be a significant part of a relationship, but as couples adopt different eating habits, it can lead to conflicts and even a "food divorce." Changing attitudes towards fitness and weight management are also shaping this trend. Eating separately can be a healthy compromise, but it is essential to pay attention to the emotional connection and maintain it through shared moments.

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Top 10 most attractive cities in world 2026: Osaka ranks 1, Delhi at #36

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According to Yanolja Research's Global Tourism Attractiveness Index, Osaka has been ranked as the most attractive city in the world, followed by Kyoto and New York. The index, based on tourist demand and social media data, also highlighted Osaka's high levels of satisfaction due to its food, shopping, accommodations, and nightlife. Delhi ranked 36th, and ranked 25th in the overall rankings.

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Why Trump wants stricter voter ID rules in the US, citing India

Explained 1 hr ago

US President Trump is pushing for the Save America Act, which would require photo ID and proof of citizenship for federal election registration and restrict mail-in ballots. He believes this will make the voting system more secure, citing the Indian system as an example. However, this bill is controversial, as is the larger question of voter IDs, in the US.

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The daily commute, she said, took a toll on her health and made otherwise simple plans considerably more difficult

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‘Annihilated my health’: Startup professional’s Delhi‑NCR vs Bengaluru comparison

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A startup professional’s comparison of Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR’s technology ecosystems has caught the internet’s attention.

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‘Paid trolls’:Shatrughan Sinha blames BJP IT cell of targeting Sonakshi Sinha over protest

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Shatrughan Sinha defends daughter Sonakshi amidst online trolling for supporting student-led protest in Delhi. He addresses rumors of her political entry and accuses BJP IT cell of orchestrating the trolling.

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Shubhra Shetty on dating Anurag Kashyap, their 20-year age gap: ‘My mom calls him bakra’

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and girlfriend Shubhra Shetty reveal details about their 20-year age gap, first date, and love story. Their relationship was outed by a journalist, but they are now happily living together in Bengaluru with approval from Anurag's daughter and Shubhra's parents.

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Farah Khan discusses daughters' appearance insecurity and teenage body image

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Farah Khan on daughters feeling ‘very ugly’: Why appearance insecurity affects teenagers

Lifestyle 2 hr ago

During adolescence, young people may struggle with feeling unattractive due to physical changes and societal expectations, which can be amplified by social media and beauty standards. Filmmaker Farah Khan and YouTuber Akanksha Choudhary shared their daughters' insecurities, emphasizing the importance of parental support. A mental health expert explains how parents can support them.

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Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 winner Anumol married model-actor Bhuvanesh Rajendiran at Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Kerala.

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Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 winner Anumol marries Bhuvanesh; Suresh Gopi in attendance

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Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 winner, actor-anchor Anumol, tied the knot with Bhuvanesh Rajendiran, a native of Tamil Nadu, at the Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Thrissur district, Kerala, in the early hours of Tuesday, August 18. The intimate ceremony took place in the presence of the bride and groom’s family members and close friends. Actor-politician Suresh Gopi also attended the wedding.

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Vijay-Trisha Krishnan salute controversy during the 80th Independence Day celebrations.

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‘Vulgar, disgusting’: DMK mouthpiece targets Vijay over Trisha’s presence at I-Day event

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Weeks after Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested over his allegedly sexually suggestive remarks about Chief Minister Vijay’s friendship with a female actor, the DMK has doubled down on its attack against the CM. In a sharply worded editorial in its mouthpiece, Murasoli, the former ruling party took strong jabs at Vijay over actor Trisha Krishnan’s presence at the Independence Day event in Chennai.

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To stop crime, Gujarat wants to integrate 80,000 CCTV cams into one system. Here’s how

Explained 3 hr ago

The Gujarat government is organising a hackathon to find a tech solution that can integrate over 80,000 CCTV cameras from 26 departments across 34 districts. The aim is to improve police investigations by automatically detecting vehicle and person movement. The challenge involves integrating various cameras and databases while considering privacy and surveillance concerns.

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Kushal Tandon on bond with Sohail Khan Zaid Darbar

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Kushal Tandon on bonds with Sohail Khan, ex Gauahar’s husband Zaid: ‘He was my therapist’

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Kushal Tandon, who returned to reality TV after 15 years with Alliance, became the most popular contestant despite a rough start. In an interview, he discussed his relationship with Sohail Khan, friendship with Zaid Darbar, and the Khan family's support. He also addressed rumors of a rivalry with Zaid and shared his excitement for two upcoming web series produced by Ekta Kapoor.

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Newspaper editor to fake ‘PMO official’: This J&K man ‘duped’ people of Rs 4 crore

India 2 hr ago

Vijay Gupta, a 49-year-old man, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate for posing as a high-ranking official in the Prime Minister's Office and cheating people of over Rs 4 crore. He used his connections to government officials to project this image and even traveled abroad during the Prime Minister's trips.

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Through the course of his 66 off 69 balls, Rishabh Pant put India in a position of strength, with one day left. (CREIMAS)

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Rishabh Pant’s calculated 66 gives India exactly what they needed in Galle

Sports 3 hr ago

Rishabh Pant, the often criticized batsman, silenced his critics with impressive innings in Sydney, Gabba, and Ahmedabad before his accident. Despite losing his vice-captaincy, Pant proved to be a crucial asset for India in the ongoing test match against Sri Lanka.

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‘Good goes up, bad goes down’: What this simple stair rule means for knee pain

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

Dr. Kshitij Soni suggests using the mnemonic "good goes to heaven, bad goes to hell" to ease knee pain while climbing stairs. This involves leading with the stronger leg while going up and the painful leg while going down. However, other precautions like using the handrail, taking one step at a time, and wearing supportive footwear should also be taken to alleviate knee pain.

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Mukesh Khanna backs FDA notices to Shah Rukh, Ajay, Tiger over Vimal ad: ‘Apologise’

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Actor Mukesh Khanna has slammed the Maharashtra FDA for sending notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff for promoting a pan masala brand. He believes that they should apologize for endorsing such products and questions why it took authorities so long to take action.

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Video: Parked car set ablaze in Varanasi after cafe owner ‘refused to serve noodles’

India 2 hr ago

A car was set on fire in Varanasi after an argument between a restaurant owner and a customer over a plate of noodles. The incident, captured on CCTV, has gone viral. Four identified and several unidentified persons have been booked, but no arrests have been made yet. The argument was resolved with bystanders' intervention, but the accused returned the next day and set the car on fire.

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Why Kerala teen planned to kill grandfather: Wanted iPhone for herself, bike for boyfriend

India 2 hr ago

A 65-year-old man in Kerala was killed by his granddaughter's friends for money. The murder was recorded and shared with the girl, who wanted to buy gifts for her boyfriend. The man's body was found tied up and his house was ransacked.

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Among Americans aged 65 and older, 50% view India favourably, compared with 42% among those aged 18 to 29. (AI-generated image)

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50% of Americans now view India negatively. What Pew survey found

World 2 hr ago

Americans are divided over India, with half expressing an unfavourable opinion of the country, according to a new survey by the Pew Research Center (Pew), which found India's global image varies sharply across the 36 countries surveyed.

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Only 97.47 lakh of Delhi’s 1.45 crore electors had their enumeration forms uploaded by the end of the exercise, leaving 47.62 lakh forms marked “uncollectible”. (Image: Express archive)

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Delhi SIR: Why Southeast district could see 7 lakh voter names deleted

Cities 3 hr ago

Delhi's draft SIR roll will be released on August 24, with South East Delhi likely to be the most affected due to low digitisation of electoral forms. Outer North Delhi's rural areas have the highest digitisation rate. Only 67% of the 1.45 crore names on the rolls have been collected and uploaded, with the remaining 33% expected to be marked as "uncollectible."

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The government residential area in Kaka Nagar where an IPS officer’s house was burgled ahead of Independence Day. (AI-genrerated Image)

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Delhi cop left back door of his Lutyen’s house open. A thief walked in

Cities 45 min ago

An IPS officer's house in Delhi was burglarized while he was at an Independence Day rehearsal. The theft of valuable items, including an iPhone 15 Pro and a diamond ring, sparked concern among the police. Through CCTV footage and technical surveillance, the suspect was identified and arrested. The accused was previously involved in six similar cases and has been sent to Tihar jail.

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Pulkit Samrat reveals malaria cost him ‘2.5 kg muscle, fair bit of strength’

Lifestyle 4 hr ago

Pulkit Samrat reveals battle with malaria on Instagram, losing 2.5 kg of muscle. Experts warn of common side effect of Plasmodium parasite infection. Recovery requires proper nutrition, hydration, and rest. Gradual return to physical activity advised, with medical attention for persistent weakness.

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Tejaswin Shankar and Divya Deshmukh are among the prominent stars to receive the 2025 Arjuna Awards. (PTI/File)

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National Sports Awards 2025: No Khel Ratna; 17 sportspersons get Arjuna Awards

Sports 4 hr ago

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the National Sports Awards 2025, with 17 sportspersons receiving the Arjuna Award and one receiving the lifetime honour. The absence of a Khel Ratna recipient was a major talking point. The awards were chosen by a selection committee, with notable names like Tejaswin Shankar, Muhammed Ajmal V, and Manu Bhaker among the recipients.

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The 30-seat X1 is a test aircraft for Heart Aerospace’s planned ES-30 hybrid-electric plane, but range and battery weight remain major challenges for fully electric commercial aviation. (Image: Heart Aerospace)

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World’s largest electric aircraft completes first flight: What it means

Technology 5 hr ago

The X1, the world's largest battery-powered aircraft, successfully completed its first flight, showcasing the potential for electric aviation. Developed by Heart Aerospace, the 25,000-pound plane flew for 27 minutes on battery power alone. Although challenges remain, such as range and battery weight, this marks a significant milestone for the future of electric flights.

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Rishabh Pant became the first Indian and the fastest batter to hit 100 Test sixes. (CREIMAS)

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Rishabh Pant becomes fastest batter to hit 100 Test sixes, breaks Gilchrist’s record

Sports 5 hr ago

Rishabh Pant made history as the fastest batter to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket during the first Test against Sri Lanka. He achieved the feat in just 4918 deliveries, surpassing the previous record held by Adam Gilchrist. Pant is also the second-highest six-hitter in the ICC World Test Championship and holds the record for the most sixes by an Indian in Australia and England.

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Claude is powered by Claude 3.5 Sonnet large language model. (Image Source: Anthropic)

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Will Anthropic’s new AI text watermarking method make Claude’s responses worse?

Technology 3 hr ago

Anthropic’s first announcement offered few details about its watermarking technique, prompting questions about how it will work and whether it will affect Claude’s outputs. Unlike image files, text watermarking is more challenging to do without altering the quality of the model’s outputs while also ensuring that it is efficient to scale, inexpensive, invisible to readers, and difficult to remove.

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Zoya Akhtar reveals why she refused to include a romantic duet featuring Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara despite team pressure.

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Katrina Kaif agreed for first on-screen kiss with Hrithik Roshan in ZNMD

Entertainment 4 hr ago

Zoya Akhtar's Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara was a game-changing film, defying mainstream conventions and impressing audiences. Despite pressure from the actors' teams, Zoya resisted including a romantic duet between Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif, instead letting the story unfold naturally. The director also discussed the impulsive kiss scene between the two, comparing it to fairy-tale archetypes.

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Why this Indian PhD couple gave up life in Canada to move to Bengaluru

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After spending years in Canada completing their PhDs, Nandan Thakur and his wife, Esha Saha, decided to return to India due to dissatisfaction with life abroad.

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Gulzar didn’t write women to be liked, he wrote them to be understood

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Gulzar's films depict women as complex individuals with their own desires, struggles, and choices, challenging societal norms and expectations. From Aarti's political ambitions in Aandhi to Kajli's self-discovery in Mausam, Gulzar's women are never reduced to stereotypes, inviting the audience to look beyond the surface and understand them on a deeper level.

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Airport security alert: This tiny item in your pocket can cause ‘additional’ check

Lifestyle 6 hr ago

Food wrapped in foil is allowed through airport security, but a small piece in your pocket can trigger a metal detector, as filmmaker JD Majethia experienced at two Indian airports. He shared his experience on Instagram, urging passengers to thoroughly check their pockets to save time. Aviation expert Dhairyashil Vandekar explains that this can happen due to metallic material in medicine strips.

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Suriya starrer Vishwanath and Sons Box office collection

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Vishwanath and Sons Box Office Collection Worldwide Day 4: Suriya’s film earns Rs 121 cr

Entertainment 6 hr ago

Suriya's Vishwanath and Sons saw a significant drop in collections on its fourth day, earning Rs 7.80 crores net in India and Rs 9.05 crores gross worldwide. Despite positive reviews, it trails behind Suriya's previous hit Karuppu in terms of collections. The film's overall occupancy was 25.92 percent in Tamil and 35.65 percent in Telugu.

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Donald Trump’s approval rating hits lowest of current presidency in new poll

World 4 hr ago

Trump's approval rating has hit a record low as Americans fear the ongoing US-Iran war. The poll shows that just 33% approve of his performance, down from 35% earlier this month. 80% believe the conflict will continue for an extended period, raising concerns for Republicans in the upcoming elections.

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Tribal villagers from Sagbara hold a relay fast over their claim to cultivate forest land in Surat’s Umarpada taluka. (Express Photo)

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Two tribal talukas face off in Gujarat over 3,000 acres, Forest Dept caught in middle

Cities 6 hr ago

Leela Vasava and tribal villagers in Gujarat's Narmada district are protesting for 10 days to gain access to 3,000 acres of forest land in Surat district. The FRA acknowledges the rights of forest-dwelling tribes, but historical cultivation does not guarantee land rights. The protest was triggered by a rape and murder case, with both Sagbara and Umarpada claiming ownership.

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In first-ever tree census for a Punjab city, Ludhiana maps and geo-tags 2 lakh trees

Cities 2 hr ago

Ludhiana, a city in Punjab, has completed its first-ever tree census, digitally mapping and geo-tagging 2 lakh trees to combat air pollution and over-concretisation. The census, following the Tree Preservation Policy, will aid in identifying areas for planting and preventing illegal tree cutting. Majority of the trees are indigenous and in good health, with data on age and condition included.

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Sanitation workers protest next to National Highway 24 in Delhi on Tuesday after their colleague was stabbed to death.

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Delhi AAP MLA ‘picked up’ for protesting over sanitation worker’s killing

Cities 38 min ago

AAP MLA Kuldeep Kumar was allegedly kidnapped by plainclothes police officers at 4 am on Tuesday while demanding justice for the family of a sanitation worker, Anil Kumar, who was stabbed to death on Sunday. The victim's family was pressured by police to cremate his body.

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86 push-ups, one breath: How a Haryana yoga teacher set a Guinness World Record

Lifestyle 7 hr ago

In an exclusive interview with The Indian Express, Haryana-born yoga teacher Kamal Kaloi, who lives in Vietnam, reveals how he trained for his Guinness World Record of 86 underwater push-ups on a single breath. The 38-year-old opens up about his breath-control techniques, two-year preparation, daily diet, yoga practice, family life and plans for future underwater records.

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A Booth Level Officer collects and verifies enumeration forms during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Delhi. (AI-generated image for representation)

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Duplicate entries, relocation: Why 1/3rd of electors may get deleted in SIR rolls

Cities 7 hr ago

32.82% of names of electors in Delhi are expected to be deleted due to duplicate entries, relocation, and lack of awareness. The SIR enumeration phase has ended with forms of 97.47 lakh electors collected and uploaded, while 47.62 lakh are marked uncollectible. BLOs faced challenges in collecting forms and digitizing them, with many people being unaware or uninterested in the exercise.

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A fire broke out at a building in West Delhi’s Raghubir Nagar in the early hours of Monday, killing two people. (AI image for representation)

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Two including minor killed as fire breaks out at West Delhi building

Cities 8 hr ago

Two people, including a minor, died in a fire at a building in West Delhi. The victims were identified as Md Sufed and Md Sahmad, both e-rickshaw drivers from Bihar. They were charging their vehicle batteries when the incident occurred. The cause of the fire is unknown, but it is suspected that a large number of batteries were being charged at the building. Police are investigating the incident.

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Gold Rate Today, August 18: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai…

India 8 hr ago

Gold prices in India have risen due to the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East and tension between the US and Iran. 24 carat gold is at Rs ₹15,589 per gram, 22 carat gold at Rs ₹14,290 per gram, and 18 carat gold at Rs ₹11,692 per gram. This is a result of fluctuations in the global market and increased demand for gold as a safe investment option.

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Gujarat Police seize laptops, phones from journalist Ravi Nair’s Delhi home

Cities 4 hr ago

Gujarat Police Crime Branch seized electronic devices from journalist Ravi Nair's Delhi home in connection with charges of defamation and forgery over a news report and social media posts about Adani Group. The High Court rejected Nair's plea to quash the FIR, stating that the allegations were distinct from a previous complaint and the documents used in the article seemed to be forged.

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Twice‑failed JEE aspirant earns Rs 2 lakh a month: Ankur Warikoo on talent beyond degrees

Trending 8 hr ago

Entrepreneur and author Ankur Warikoo shared a heartwarming story of a young designer from Indore who failed the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) twice but went on to build a successful career without pursuing a traditional academic degree.

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With pedestrian-only zones, Delhi Master Plan sharpens focus on ‘Right to Walk’

Cities 8 hr ago

The Delhi Master Plan 2047 emphasizes on promoting "Right to Walk" and highlights the need for safe, shaded, and universally accessible pathways, pedestrian-only zones, and improved links with public transport. Non-motorized trips make up 42% of total trips, with pedestrians accounting for 35% and cycle rickshaws for 7%.

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Ravindra Jadeja became only the fourth Test player with 4000 runs and 350 wickets during the Galle Test. (CREIMAS)

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‘Favourite present-day cricketer’: England legend hails Jadeja after rare Test double

Sports 8 hr ago

Geoffrey Boycott praises Ravindra Jadeja for becoming the fourth player to achieve 4000 runs and 350 wickets in Test cricket with the highest averages. Boycott and fellow spinner Manav Suthar admire Jadeja's all-round abilities and consistency in all formats of the game, with Suthar hoping to learn from him.

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Only 11% railway stations had all basic amenities, CAG report finds

Explained 4 hr ago

A recent CAG report on railway station facilities revealed concerning findings, including E. coli in drinking water, lack of basic amenities at 89% of stations, delays in passenger amenity works, and underutilization of funds. The government has promised corrective measures, but the audit showed that deficiencies persist despite previous assurances.

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‘My blood sugar level is at 230 mg/dL. Is it dangerous, or can it be controlled?’

Lifestyle 9 hr ago

A blood sugar reading of 230 mg/dL can be concerning, but it's important to consider when it was taken and not rely on it alone. HbA1c is crucial for long-term patterns. Managing diabetes requires evaluating overall health, not just glucose levels. Seek medical advice for a treatment plan and urgent help for certain symptoms. Don't panic, but take action.

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Shubman Gill's India have a 178-run innings lead heading into Day 4 of the rain-affected Galle Test against Sri Lanka. (CREIMAS)

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‘Be brave with declaration’: Former batter’s advice for India to win Galle Test

Sports 9 hr ago

Cheteshwar Pujara urges India to declare boldly on day four of Galle Test against Sri Lanka to stay in the race for ICC World Test Championship final. With limited matches left, India must win at least six or seven to secure a spot. Pujara stresses on being aggressive and monitoring weather for victory in both Tests.

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‘Want justice’: Protests enter Day 2 after Delhi sanitation worker stabbed to death

Cities 7 hr ago

Sunita, along with her family and hundreds of sanitation workers, protested at the Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital demanding justice for her brother Anil who was stabbed to death. The accused has been arrested and the sanitation workers' union has gone on strike until their demands for better protection and compensation are met.

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