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Kochi Corporation to recommend Vigilance probe into G Memorial, P&T complex construction
Alleged construction lapses blamed for poor condition of two facilities; UDF councillors raise corruption allegations over G Memorial
Kochi Corporation to recommend Vigilance probe into G Memorial, P&T complex construction • Air India orders drug screening for all pilots after AI 2379 incident • Supreme Court slams FSSAI for not introducing front-of-pack warning labels on packaged food products • Kharge alleges caste discrimination over Haldwani ‘shuddhikaran’ incident
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Alleged construction lapses blamed for poor condition of two facilities; UDF councillors raise corruption allegations over G Memorial

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Air India has announced comprehensive screening of all its pilots for prohibited substances and medications beginning August 13, as the investigation into the AI 2379 Phuket-Delhi flight incident continues.

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The Bench asks the country’s food regulator whether it does not want children to grow up healthy

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Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge raised the issue of the reported ‘shuddhikaran’ (purification ceremony) conducted at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground after his public rally on August 8. Speaking in Parliament, Kharge
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Opposition cites failure of 50-day action plan and Animal Birth Control programme; UDF questions credibility of data on soaring dengue cases; ₹24-crore annual burden of waste management systems comes under scrutiny
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Alleged construction lapses blamed for poor condition of two facilities; UDF councillors raise corruption allegations over G Memorial
Air India has announced comprehensive screening of all its pilots for prohibited substances and medications beginning August 13, as the investigation into the AI 2379 Phuket-Delhi flight incident continues.
The Bench asks the country’s food regulator whether it does not want children to grow up healthy
Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge raised the issue of the reported ‘shuddhikaran’ (purification ceremony) conducted at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground after his public rally on August 8. Speaking in Parliament, Kharge
Opposition cites failure of 50-day action plan and Animal Birth Control programme; UDF questions credibility of data on soaring dengue cases; ₹24-crore annual burden of waste management systems comes under scrutiny
NSF has been critical of MHA’s 28 January 2026 communication that laid down a detailed protocol for the observance of the national song at official events
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The U.S. accuses Iran of failing to honour an agreement under the deal to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route
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Ukraine’s General Staff said that its forces struck the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat oil refining and petrochemical complex in Russia’s republic of Bashkortostan overnight, causing a fire at the facility
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The three Sunni Muslim U.S. allies, alarmed by a regional conflagration that has brought Iranian missile fire onto Gulf oil exporters, signed the “Mecca Joint Defence Agreement” on August 7
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Lauren Iraeta approached her home renovation as a journey through time, merging creativity with historical inquiry. By delving into neglected family records and tales from earlier occupants, she uncovered names etched within the widow's walk. This captivating
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In June 2026, heavy machinery commenced work on a significant coastal restoration initiative. The plan involves the dismantling of outdated sea defenses and the breaching of river levees on two islands, aiming to transform 270 acres of previously cultivated la

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Karoline Leavitt, 28, became the youngest person to serve as White House press secretary when she assumed office last year
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Mutual Funds were notably more conservative than FPIs.
The automaker recently outlined plans to invest 330 billion to 350 billion rupees ($3.46 billion-$3.67 billion) in its passenger and electric vehicle businesses between FY26 and FY30.
IGL’s margins were impacted despite a 6% growth in average daily sales.
India is set to establish four specialized parks dedicated to critical mineral processing, targeting lithium and nickel first. The initiative, spearheaded by state governments with central technical assistance, is aligned with the National Critical Mineral Mis
Netflix is not entirely new territory for Ackman. The billionaire investor had previously held the streaming company's shares briefly in 2022 before exiting the position at a loss.
Cockroach Janta Party co-convenor Saurav Das calls BCI order "grossly illegal"; Bar body seeks report from NALSAR over student campaign against CJI Surya Kant's proposed convocation invite.
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The SaaS company's revenues touched Rs 437 crore during the quarter, a year-on-year growth of 32.4%, its highest quarterly revenue till date.
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The India business of the omnichannel kids’ products retailer’ grew 18% y-o-y, its strongest growth in seven quarters.
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Honasa Consumer's revenue grew by 27% in the first quarter as the company saw strong growth across all categories.
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YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, August 13, 2026. Indian fabric continues to remain a top draw as investors have kept the pace in fund raise, YourStory brings you today’s h
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Who could lead Tata Group after N Chandrasekaran? Explore the succession race and whether Leah, Maya or Neville Tata could emerge as future leaders.
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Seismic Hazard and Risk Investigations makes warning systems that respond to an earthquake early.
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NASA is looking to establish an ambitious lunar outpost programme, a first of its kind in the world where humans (astronauts) will make the Moon’s south pole a home from where they will live, work and conduct scientific activities over the next decade and beyo
Chinese researchers have pioneered a revolutionary bamboo-based bioplastic, manipulating cellulose at a molecular scale to boost its strength. This innovative material boasts remarkable heat resistance and flexibility for complex molding. Additionally, it is r
By innovating with sound, scientists have successfully developed acoustic rainbows that divide sound signals across different pathways. Using tailored structures, they effectively transform white noise into a vibrant spectral array. Additionally, research team
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The Bench asks the country’s food regulator whether it does not want children to grow up healthy

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Hepatitis viruses A to E all cause liver inflammation, but there are certain differences between their transmission and function, shares Dr Pathak.

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From choosing a clinic to understanding results, a dermatologist shares what to know before getting Botox or fillers.

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How to choose the perfect running shoes for arch support? Expert tips and top recommendations to enhance comfort and reduce foot pain.

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From reduced blood flow to brain damage, here’s what happens to the brain during a heart attack or cardiac arrest.

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As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial puts postpartum psychosis (PPP) under the spotlight, experts explain and why urgent medical intervention matters.
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India No. 1 and World No. 27 para table tennis player Nurjahan Noorali Jamani was awarded the prestigious Sardar Patel Sports Award by the Government of Gujarat.
Multiple reports claimed that Nigerian footballer Chinedu Ozor "woke up" despite being declared dead after collapsing on the field.
A 62-year-old coach who once mentored former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kusal Mendis during his school days has died following an altercation with players during a cricket match in Colombo
After spending most of the last two years outside the national team, Sarfaraz Khan received a call-up for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka after Sai Sudharsan failed to regain fitness in time
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Guru Randhawa has been going viral for all the wrong reasons as his song Fine Shyt received trolling for misogyny and cringe-factor.
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Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister Shweta Singh Kirti has recalled how the actor was “very much disturbed” after Disha Salian’s death and repeatedly said that “they will not even spare him.” In a recent interview, Shweta also alleged foul play in Sushant’s death, q

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Kamal Haasan penned a note for his fans as he completed 67-year-long journey in cinema.
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Actress Rashmika Mandanna is taking a break to heal from a hip bone injury, prioritizing rest and quality time with family. This experience has prompted her to reflect on the importance of slowing down amidst life's hustle. She feels grateful for the love and
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Aaradhya Bachchan filed a Delhi High Court case against fake online information. The court is examining if family reputation can be treated like a trademark. It will also consider if fake news violates intellectual property rights. The case explores defamation
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Manisha Koirala opens up about her profound fear and feelings of isolation following her stage IV ovarian cancer diagnosis. After undergoing treatment in New York, she celebrated being cancer-free. Reflecting on her journey, Koirala emphasized how her illness
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