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Jharkhand protest Day 14: Hunger strike continues as BJP, Rahul back students

Hindustan Times
Andhra recorded six-fold hike in FDI in last 2 yrs, says Naidu govt
Andhra Pradesh has witnessed a sharp six-fold increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the last two years of the Telugu Desam Party-led coalition government, compared to the previous YSR Congress Party regime, an official statement said on Thursday, citi
Times of India
Bumrah told to take a break; selectors urged to recall Shami, Bhuvneshwar
Mohammed Shami impressed for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy last season, taking 37 wickets, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar claimed 28 wickets during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title-winning campaign.

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Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Sheds 370 Points At Open Amid Negative Global Cues
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Brent crude futures rose to $83.48 a barrel. US WTI futures rose 85 cents to $78.84.
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Times of India
Jharkhand student protest Day 14: Hunger strike continues as BJP, Rahul Gandhi back students
Andhra recorded six-fold hike in FDI in last 2 yrs, says Naidu govt
Andhra Pradesh has witnessed a sharp six-fold increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the last two years of the Telugu Desam Party-led coalition government, compared to the previous YSR Congress Party regime, an official statement said on Thursday, citi
Kavitha announces nationwide movement for legislative bodies’ 50% BC quota
Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS) president and former MP Kalvakuntla Kavitha on Thursday announced the launch of a nationwide movement for securing 50% reservations for other backward classes (OBCs) in legislative bodies
Andhra cabinet decides to withdraw Disha Bill
The Andhra Pradesh cabinet, chaired by chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, on Thursday decided to withdraw the “Disha Bill” brought in by the previous YSR Congress Party government to ensure speedy investigation and trial of crimes against women and children
FCRA Bill is ‘religion-neutral’, Shah assures Christian bodies
Delegation meets Amit Shah; member says Home Minister has told them that the government has “no intention to harass the Christian community”; forum flags ‘deemed cessation of assets’ clause; Bill could be taken up for discussion in Parliament on August 12
TN unveils ₹58k-cr agriculture budget, focus on El Nino impact
Anticipating 12 districts to be affected due to the Super El Nino phenomenon in the current year, Tamil Nadu has developed a district agricultural contingency plan, state minister R Vinoth said on Thursday, while presenting the ₹58,374
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The Hindu
Deaths reported at school shooting in Thailand, officials say
The police identified the perpetrator as a student; there were no further details provided

The Hindu
How Beijing innovates: Lessons from China’s market-state hybrid model
Beijing’s innovation model brings together universities, start-ups, industry and the state to turn research into commercially viable technologies by bridging the ‘valley of death’; the ecosystem is driving China’s push in AI and humanoid robotics through state
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West Asia LIVE: Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces, says source
Oil continued its rise on Friday (August 7, 2026) amid further concerns around the opening of the Strait of Hormuz
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Saudi military says Houthi attacks left 11 civilians, including child, injured near Yemen border

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Indian-Origin PhD Student, Who Went Missing During Hike In US, Found Dead
Investigators have not released details about how he died, but there has been no indication of foul play either.
Times of India
Italy, France, Germany battle extreme heat as Europe faces record temperatures
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Premier Energies Q1 Adds Fuel To The Solar Rally, Wins Bullish Targets From Brokerages — Check Targets
Premier Energies reported a 50% jump in Q1 profit, while Jefferies raised its target price on the stock, citing a strong order book and robust earnings visibility.
Siemens Energy Fires On All Cylinders In Q3, Gets Target Price Hike From Motilal Oswal — Check Upside
Motilal Oswal expects Siemens Energy to continue to benefit from domestic and export-led opportunities across renewables, data centers and steam turbine.
LIC Q1 Review: Brokerages Flag VNB Margin Gains After Sharp Value Growth
Macquarie retained its Outperform rating and Bernstein stayed at Market-perform after LIC's value of new business jumped 61%, with product mix and yields supporting a sharp expansion in VNB margin.
Crompton Greaves Consumer Q1 Review: Brokerages Retain Buy On Margin Expansion — Check Target Price
Jefferies and Citi retained their Buy ratings on Crompton Consumer after the June quarter, citing pricing actions, cost control and potential recovery in sales, while flagging raw-material and supply-chain volatility.
Parag Milk Q1: Net Profit Tanks 20%, Revenue Up 11%; Company To Invest Over 100 Crore For Capacity Expansion
Parag Milk Foods reported a 20.1% drop in Q1 net profit to Rs 22.1 crore, while revenue rose 10.9% to Rs 945 crore year-on-year.
Cummins India Q1 Review: Jefferies Cuts Target On Margin Pressure
Jefferies cut its target price on Cummins India and lowered earnings estimates after commodity costs hurt margins, but retained its Buy rating as it expects pricing, data centres, distribution and indigenisation to support profitability.
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YourStory
Athleisure brand BlissClub bags Rs 160 Cr to expand product range, retail footprint
The capital will be used to expand BlissClub’s product categories, accelerate its offline retail network, strengthen product development, and recruit talent for its next phase of growth.

The Hindu
Meta ordered to pay U.S. state $567 million to abate 'public nuisance' and child harm
"We disagree with the ruling and will appeal," Meta told AFP in a statement Thursday
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Why Starting Matters More Than Waiting for the Perfect Plan
Discover why the first step often determines success and how starting with purpose creates momentum, confidence, and lasting results.
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Jammu & Kashmir's startup reckoning: What the next chapter demands
Jammu and Kashmir has laid the groundwork for startups. Here's what the region needs next to attract investment, scale innovation and create jobs.
The Hindu
How Google is shaking up its leadership
Recent months have brought changes to Google’s leadership, with multiple executives moving to AI rivals, apart from internal shifts
The Hindu
Should you trust AI text detectors? | Explained
The accuracy of AI text detectors is literally a billion-dollar question, but the companies behind these platforms have conflicting interests that should concern both creators and readers
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NASA astronauts Anil Menon, Jessica Meir undertake spacewalk to upgrade space station
The spacewalk – 281st in support of the space station – sixth for Ms. Meir and first for Mr. Menon began at 8.33 a.m. EDT (6.03 p.m. IST) on Thursday (August 5, 2026)
Traditional diets shape unique gut microbes of Indian tribes
Research on Indian tribal populations shows that traditional diets foster unique gut bacteria distinct from industrialised societies; the findings highlight an urgent need for biobanking to preserve microbial diversity and develop region-specific probiotic the
James Webb’s ‘little red dots’ may be 100,000-sun monster stars
Recent findings indicate that colossal "monster stars," reaching masses up to 100,000 times that of our Sun, may hold the key to understanding the enigmatic "little red dots" observed in the early universe. These gigantic stars, through their tumultuous pulsat
A bipartisan coalition is taking aim at animal research
America’s animal-rights activists have more sway than ever
Quote of the Day by Marie Curie: "Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood."
Marie Curie's profound observation underscores the power of understanding as a tool to conquer life's fears. She posited that knowledge serves as a buffer against uncertainty, fostering self-assurance. As a trailblazing scientist, she unearthed polonium and ra
80-million-year-old snake skull discovery in Brazil proves that ancient snakes conquered the three worlds at once
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The Hindu
Traditional diets shape unique gut microbes of Indian tribes
Research on Indian tribal populations shows that traditional diets foster unique gut bacteria distinct from industrialised societies; the findings highlight an urgent need for biobanking to preserve microbial diversity and develop region-specific probiotic the

The Hindu
Israel schools the world on preventing hospital catastrophes during war
This, after the country has been condemned for the hundreds of healthcare units it has struck in Gaza after October 7, 2023

Hindustan Times
Working out after a long break? Doctors explain why you should start slowly
Are you restarting your workouts? Know from experts why you should not jump back into the same intensity.

The Hindu
Sometimes, they just want someone to listen: Inside Hyderabad’s Roshni support helpline

Hindustan Times
Poor indoor air quality may harm your lungs: Oncopathologist flags these 5 common habits
What common habits could be harming your lungs indoors? Find out which everyday practices an expert flags so you can take the necessary precautions.

The Hindu
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Healthcare spending continues to rise in State
However, the health announcements in the Budget fell short to address the need to increase manpower
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Vinicius Junior And Real Madrid Agree On Contract Extension To 2032
Brazil star Vinicius Junior has agreed to a contract extension with Real Madrid to remain at the Spanish powerhouse through June 2032, the club announced Thursday.
R Praggnanandhaa Seals Grand Chess Tour St Louid Rapid And Blitz Title
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured the Grand Chess Tour St. Louis Rapid & Blitz title on Thursday.
'I was India's 12th man for two years': Ajinkya Rahane reveals
Ajinkya Rahane, who recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, scored 5,077 runs in 85 Tests at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. He also played 90 ODIs, scoring 2962 runs at an average of 35.26, including 3 h
India vs Sri Lanka XI Warm-Up Match Day 1 LIVE Updates: Shubman Gill's India Receive Troubling News Before Practice Match
India vs Sri Lanka XI Warm-up Match Day 1 LIVE Updates: The Shubman Gill-led Indian team takes on Sri Lanka XI in a three-day practice match at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
India vs Sri Lanka XI Practice Match Faces Big Rain Threat. Forecast Says This
India look to sharpen their side ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka as they face Sri Lanka XI in a three-day warm-up match at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo from Friday.
India vs Sri Lanka XI Live Streaming, SL XI vs India Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch Live
India vs Sri Lanka XI Live Streaming, SL XI vs India Live Telecast: When and where to watch live
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Times of India
‘The Odyssey' is about to become the third R-rated film to reach the billion-dollar club
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is rapidly approaching the billion-dollar mark at the box office, positioning itself as the third R-rated film ever to do so. Following in the footsteps of 'Deadpool & Wolverine' and 'Joker', it has already amassed over USD 93
Times of India
'Thudakkam' release: Mammootty wishes Vismaya Mohanlal
Vismaya Mohanlal is set to debut in the film 'Thudakkam' soon. Mammootty and Kalyani Priyadarshan have sent her warm wishes for the release. Director Jude Anthany Joseph shared his special bond with Vismaya and her mother. Suchitra Mohanlal gifted the director

Hindustan Times
Raveena Tandon almost got bitten by the Ohh My Dog star; actor's reaction wins hearts online. Watch video
Raveena Tandon attended the special screening of Pankaj Tripathi's film Ohh My Dog in Mumbai and her recent video is going viral on the internet.

Hindustan Times
‘Dhurandhar was the most-watched non-English movie in the world this year’: Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos
Talking about the increasing trend of Indian content around the globe, Ted said that India has already arrived and Dhurandhar is setting an example.

The Hindu
National Handloom Day: How dancers are championing India’s handlooms
There is a strong connection between Indian dance and textiles. American photographer Briana Blasko explored this interplay through stunning images in her book Dance of the Weaves. During the years she spent documenting costumes, she researched how fabrics acq
The Hindu
Inside ‘Batwara 1947’: How Asghar Wajahat’s quiet resistance seeps through Sunny Deol’s film
As his play ‘Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamyai Nai’ finds a new stage with Rajkumar Santoshi’s film ‘Batwara 1947’, the eminent playwright and novelist discusses how the enduring spirit of humanism can triumph over political divisions.
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