California family’s 6,625-acre ranch is now protected forever • Probe sex assault case against Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad, court directs Delhi cops • India, Switzerland eye deeper ties in trade, investment, tech • Rajya Sabha polls: 8 fresh BJP faces for UP, Hardeep Puri among 2 ministers dropped
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A Delhi court has ordered the completion of an inquiry into a sexual assault complaint against Chandrashekhar Azad. The complainant accused Azad of raping her under the pretext of marriage and claimed the police did not register an FIR. The police sought addit
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India and Switzerland have signed five agreements to strengthen cooperation in trade and mobility. The two countries aim to enhance market access for Indian exports and attract Swiss investments in key sectors. A new mobility agreement will facilitate easier a
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BJP has chosen not to renominate Union ministers Hardeep Singh Puri and B L Verma for Rajya Sabha. This decision raises speculation about a possible reshuffle of the council of ministers by PM Narendra Modi. Since several ministers have been given organization
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The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to clarify decision-making processes related to voter roll revisions. It emphasized that decisions should be taken unanimously or by majority among commission members only. Senior advocate Vikas Singh argued
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Washington confirmed earlier that the bombers had left the RAF Fairford airbase -- used by the United States to launch strikes on Tehran -- even as the British government insisted the site was safe.
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A Delhi court has ordered the completion of an inquiry into a sexual assault complaint against Chandrashekhar Azad. The complainant accused Azad of raping her under the pretext of marriage and claimed the police did not register an FIR. The police sought addit
India and Switzerland have signed five agreements to strengthen cooperation in trade and mobility. The two countries aim to enhance market access for Indian exports and attract Swiss investments in key sectors. A new mobility agreement will facilitate easier a
BJP has chosen not to renominate Union ministers Hardeep Singh Puri and B L Verma for Rajya Sabha. This decision raises speculation about a possible reshuffle of the council of ministers by PM Narendra Modi. Since several ministers have been given organization
The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to clarify decision-making processes related to voter roll revisions. It emphasized that decisions should be taken unanimously or by majority among commission members only. Senior advocate Vikas Singh argued
The National Commission for Women has released guidelines aimed at improving safety for women passengers using app-based transport services. These measures include verifying the background of drivers and ensuring proper identification matches. Additionally, th
Jammu & Kashmir high court has quashed the preventive detention of Mashooq Ahmad Shah under the Public Safety Act. The court found the allegations against him to be vague and lacking necessary details. Justice Rajnesh Oswal ruled that his detention violated co
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The Kinsey family has strategically safeguarded their vast 6,625-acre ranch in Benbow, California, by implementing a conservation easement. This crucial step preserves the land's agricultural, forest, and wildlife values, ensuring the ranch's ongoing functiona
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Shane and Emma Rozeveld's journey from hobby gardeners in British Columbia to running a thriving 50-acre organic farm in Ontario is inspiring. Founders of Aslan Organics since 2017, they navigated challenges at the Sarnia Farmers' Market, eventually boosting t
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Washington confirmed earlier that the bombers had left the RAF Fairford airbase -- used by the United States to launch strikes on Tehran -- even as the British government insisted the site was safe.
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J.K. Rowling opened the Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic in memory of her mother, who died of multiple sclerosis. The clinic focuses on research and treatment of various neurological diseases, including multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. The
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Markets, Dalal Street, companies and the money moving India's economy.
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San Diego County has filed a lawsuit against mobile advertising technology company AppLovin Corp., alleging that it bypassed parental controls to serve ads for adult dating services, alcohol, vaping and graphic sexual content in games played by children.
According to the National Household Travel Survey, Indian workers spend an average of Rs 785 monthly on commuting. Urban workers face higher commuting costs, averaging Rs 1,044 compared to Rs 612 in rural areas. The survey indicates a gender gap, with male wor
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If you have completed five years of continuous service, your accumulated EPF balance can generally qualify for tax exemption. But this may not hold true to interest earned.
SEBI told it had received 20,000 suggestions to tweak the rules in response to a consultation paper issued last month
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Oppo F35 Pro 5G has been launched in India, marking 10 years of the company’s F series in the country. Here are our first impressions. The Oppo F35 Pro 5G is offered in three colour options, including Sunset Orange, Twilight Brown, and Wave Blue. I got the ora
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Multiple fake messages or calls in under a minute. Victims and abusers of ‘phone bombing’ reveal a freely available tool of digital harassment.
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Discover 6 powerful books that reveal how wealthy people think about money, habits, risk, and success differently from everyone else.
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Discover 7 insightful books that teach you how to stay calm, make better decisions, and think clearly when facing pressure and uncertainty.
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Google will change Gemini model access for free and AI Plus subscribers from October 9. Free users will only have access to Flash-Lite, while AI Plus will retain Flash-Lite and Flash but lose Pro. AI Pro and AI Ultra will continue to offer all three models, wi
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The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max takes a different approach to the Pro Max moniker, putting its massive 10,000mAh silicon-carbon battery ahead of performance and cameras. It offers excellent endurance, a bright 1.5K AMOLED display, 100W charging, and extensive IP rat
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J.K. Rowling opened the Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic in memory of her mother, who died of multiple sclerosis. The clinic focuses on research and treatment of various neurological diseases, including multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. The
Researchers have identified ten likely new species of branching marine worms found within sea sponges. These unusual worms exhibit a unique tree-like body structure, which has evolved over time. Genetic analysis and museum specimens helped resolve the long-sta
Optogenetics has fundamentally changed human perception of the incredible human brain and its functions
Proteins are important diagnostic targets because they are involved in almost every biological process; over the last two decades, scientists have developed aptamers for hundreds of disease-relevant proteins and have become the recognition element of choice in
Researchers have developed an innovative living building material designed for potential use on Mars, integrating engineered yeast with sand. This breakthrough material operates with significantly lower energy requirements than traditional high-temperature con
Medicine, public health and wellbeing across India.
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Optogenetics has fundamentally changed human perception of the incredible human brain and its functions
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Pneumonic plague is highly infectious and can be fatal if not treated early
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Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel allowed neuroscience to move beyond observing correlations and testing how particular neurons and neural circuits are related to different behaviours and emotions
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Your burping could be more than just a gas. Learn from a specialist on when you should see a doctor.
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JSA, Working Group on Access to Medicines and Treatment call for ceilings on hospital charges and trade margins; they say absence of a uniform mechanism to regulate hospital charges had left patients vulnerable to hefty bills
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Find out from an expert how to care for your sensitive skin. Sensitive skin requires a thoughtful approach compared to other skin types.
Cricket, the leagues and the stories behind every scoreline.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to Al-Nassr training after leaving Portugal’s camp amid his dispute with Jorge Jesus. The 41-year-old was pictured smiling with teammates as the Saudi club prepares to face Al-Diriyah. Jesus has left the door open for Ronaldo’s i
Without raising sports standards, India should not bid for hosting Olympics
The development comes after the Indian team refused to play against Pakistan last season following the Pahalgam terror attack.
Uncapped batter Kamil Pooran admitted to being left speechless and in shock upon receiving his maiden West Indies T20I call-up for the upcoming series against India, adding that the national team selection is the ultimate reward for years of relentless hard wo
Ashutosh Sharma has switched allegiance from Railways to Gujarat for the 2026/27 domestic season, Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) Secretary Anil Patel told IANS on Monday.
Lionel Messi is set to play his final Argentina match against Benin, but his farewell reportedly came with reservations. Messi was initially reluctant over concerns that the AFA was using his name for financial gain. He ultimately agreed to the tribute, which
Bollywood, regional cinema, music, books and the culture conversation.
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A star-studded Dolly Parton tribute will air live on October 21, featuring Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley and many more.
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Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn awaits sentencing for wife's murder
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Salim Khan celebrated a special family moment on October 5, 2026, attending his granddaughter Sipaara's first birthday party alongside his wife, Salma Khan. This event marked one of Salim's rare outings after facing health struggles earlier in the year. Family
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Sonu Nigam has made headlines by investing in three commercial properties in Andheri West, Mumbai, for Rs 17 crore. This transaction, documented on August 6, 2026, consists of two offices on the first floor connected by space and a ground-floor office. This la
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In a recent video, Sanjay Dutt tackled criticism surrounding his scripted statements about peace in India, stating they didn't embody his true opinions. He highlighted the need for transparency to prevent misunderstandings about his views. Previously, Dutt aim
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Drishyam 3 box office collection day 4: Abhishek Pathak's Ajay Devgn-starrer has performed exceptionally well during its first weekend.
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