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Union Minister Suresh Gopi praises Keralam CM, UDF govt for support to his projects
Thrissur MP says the support extended to him now was ‘not available’ during previous Left front government
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SC expresses shock over 34 unnatural Manipur IDP deaths, questions state failure
The court questioned the state’s failure to pursue investigations by registering criminal cases and conducting post-mortems
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‘If Nizam was so good, why did Komuram Bheem and Chakali Ailamma rebel?’, asks Kishan Reddy
Addressing the Telangana Liberation Day celebrations organised by the Centre, Mr. Kishan Reddy criticised the Congress and BRS for allegedly glorifying the Nizam’s rule for appeasing a section and “bowing before” the AIMIM.
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SC to hear on Sep 22 plea against Delhi SIR exercise
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said that the plea would be taken up on September 22 along with other SIR matters already pending before the court, while giving the fresh petition precedence
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Bengaluru woman abducted, car hits over 20 vehicles in high-speed chase; 3 held
The 21-year-old woman was allegedly abducted after marrying against her family’s wishes. Three men were arrested after residents chased the car.
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Union Minister Suresh Gopi praises Keralam CM, UDF govt for support to his projects
Thrissur MP says the support extended to him now was ‘not available’ during previous Left front government
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Read more SC expresses shock over 34 unnatural Manipur IDP deaths, questions state failure
The court questioned the state’s failure to pursue investigations by registering criminal cases and conducting post-mortems
Hindustan Times
‘If Nizam was so good, why did Komuram Bheem and Chakali Ailamma rebel?’, asks Kishan Reddy
Addressing the Telangana Liberation Day celebrations organised by the Centre, Mr. Kishan Reddy criticised the Congress and BRS for allegedly glorifying the Nizam’s rule for appeasing a section and “bowing before” the AIMIM.
The Hindu
SC to hear on Sep 22 plea against Delhi SIR exercise
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said that the plea would be taken up on September 22 along with other SIR matters already pending before the court, while giving the fresh petition precedence
Hindustan Times
Bengaluru woman abducted, car hits over 20 vehicles in high-speed chase; 3 held
The 21-year-old woman was allegedly abducted after marrying against her family’s wishes. Three men were arrested after residents chased the car.
Hindustan Times
‘What did you do in the past year?’ NGT asks Tamil Nadu govt. over Vinayaka idol immersion preparedness
The bench had directed the State to file an affidavit ensuring that the guidelines issued by the CBCP, along with earlier orders of the Supreme Court, Madras HC, and NGT, would be followed at least during next year’s festival; the State, however, sought more t
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Opinion: Opinion | How The Houthis Have Exposed Saudi-Pak-Turkey Pact For What It Is
The spectacular no-show by Saudi Arabia's two defence allies - Pakistan, a nuclear power, and Turkey, which has NATO's second-largest army - is astounding
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"Clean Up Your Act": Team Trump Warns India, China Over Russian Oil Trade
India, meanwhile, said that it remained firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its people and will continue to source supplies from diverse sellers based on market dynamics after the US made a new move to punish such buyers.
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Times of India
Video: US forces take out floating refuelling station allegedly tied to drug trade
US forces intercepted a floating refuelling station in the Eastern Pacific on September 16. This vessel allegedly supported illicit drug trafficking operations for Ecuador's Los Choneros organization. US forces removed the crew and transferred them to Ecuadori
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What King Charles said in response to Charles Spencer’s claims about Princess Diana in his memoir
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson responded to Charles Spencer’s allegations saying that grief could affect reason, judgement and memory
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Number of ships transiting Strait of Hormuz falls to three on September 16, data shows
The figures exclude any vessels that might have passed through the waterway with their Automatic Identification System transponders turned off to avoid detection
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Minnesota residents saved river valley in 1976; Refuge now protects 15,000 acres
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Delhi High Court allows Gillette to ask influencers to take down posts on Bombay Shaving Company ad
The Delhi High Court had instructed Bombay Shaving Company to take down its ad targeting Gillette and provide a revised version
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Times of India
NSE IPO opens for subscription: From GMP to market cap & global comparison - top 10 things to know
NSE is positioned to gain from increasing retail participation in the capital markets. However, its earnings continue to depend substantially on transaction volumes. NSE’s post-issue price-earnings (P/E) multiple of 42.9 is lower than BSE’s 53, even though NSE
Times of India
Semicon India 2026: India’s semiconductor ecosystem expanding, opening new opportunities, says Modi
Speaking at the inauguration of the SEMICON India 2026, Narendra Modi said that the semiconductor ecosystem is expanding rapidly, opening new opportunities for innovation, investment and growth
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What India’s growth really means
India should counter energy risks through diversified suppliers, long term contracts, strategic reserves, renewables, domestic exploration and efficiency
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What lies beyond India’s E20 push
The E20 blend’s promised savings were offset by lower mileage, with consumers spending an estimated ₹88,234 cr. extra over the last three years; its benefits for emissions and forex savings are uncertain, as higher fuel consumption can raise emissions while di
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NSE raises Rs 6,746 Cr from anchor investors ahead of IPO
The anchor investors included both domestic and overseas financial institutions such as LIC, Goldman Sachs, and Fidelity to name a few.
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India targets 200 chip-design firms, 1 lakh semiconductor workers under Semicon 2.0
PM Narendra Modi said India’s semiconductor push is moving from “files to factories”, as IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined a six-pillar roadmap for the next phase.
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Semicon India 2026: India’s semiconductor ecosystem expanding, opening new opportunities, says Modi
Speaking at the inauguration of the SEMICON India 2026, Narendra Modi said that the semiconductor ecosystem is expanding rapidly, opening new opportunities for innovation, investment and growth
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Lam Research to invest Rs 10,000 Cr in India, set up first silicon component manufacturing facility
The semiconductor equipment maker said the investment will cover silicon component manufacturing and advanced R&D, while deepening its supplier ecosystem in India.
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Applied Materials commits $5B to India semiconductor push
The US chip equipment major is planning a 140-acre advanced research park, a 10X expansion of its India supply-chain capacity, and a doubling of its R&D workforce by 2035.
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The Hindu
Agentic AI is not a magic wand | Arundhati Bhattacharya, President and CEO at Salesforce, South Asia
Arundhati Bhattacharya, President & CEO at Salesforce, South Asia, discussed the factors that leaders need to consider, regardless of whether they are deploying human talent or AI agents in their workplaces
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Times of India
In 2013, St Agnes and Gugh began rat eradication; 12 yrs later, Manx shearwater sites hit record 225
A rat eradication project on St Agnes and Gugh in the Isles of Scilly began in 2013 after invasive brown rats were found to be threatening nesting seabirds. The islands have remained rat-free since the operation, while Manx shearwater breeding numbers have inc
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Read more High school teacher discovers first reported T. rex trackway dating back 66.5 million years
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Former Australian miner spotted Saturn ripple in 2024; two years later, co-authored 10-sided wave
An Australian amateur astronomer made a groundbreaking observation in their backyard, discovering a colossal ten-sided atmospheric wave. This unique finding corroborated the existence of a decagon around Saturn's south pole, as confirmed by years of data from
Times of India
Britain’s butterfly boom comes with a warning for next year
Britain experienced a significant butterfly boom during the record heat of summer 2026. Over 100,000 volunteers counted nearly 1.4 million butterflies and moths across the nation. Painted ladies, a migratory species, saw their numbers surge by 335 percent this
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Why are moths attracted to bright lights?
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Quote of the day by Nikola Tesla: "Life is and will ever remain an equation..."
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Stem cell therapy for autism only in approved clinical trials: Centre
Stem cell interventions that have not been approved for routine clinical use, including those offered for autism, should not be provided as routine, standard or commercial clinical services, the advisory said
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Hindustan Times
Fitness coach Chadoy Leon shares 6 foods that can help you get rid of belly fat: Green tea, kimchi, fatty fish and more
Getting rid of belly fat is a challenge but eating certain foods can make the process easier. Chadoy shares six options that can help you shed those inches.
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CCTV proposed at medical stores for sale of prescription drugs
The move is aimed at strengthening oversight of the sale of prescription medicines and providing a mechanism to verify transactions in cases of suspected unauthorised sale
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Polypharmacy: why taking multiple medicines needs close monitoring
Polypharmacy can be necessary for people with multiple chronic conditions, but regular medication reviews can help ensure that each medicine remains appropriate and safe
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Woman shares how losing 20 kg changed her life beyond the weighing scale: ‘I only used to wear baggy clothes'
Namita Satheesh reveals how losing 20 kg changed more than her body, from how she dressed and travelled to her confidence and relationship with food.
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A bowl of mixed fruits may seem healthy, but mixing these 7 combinations is not SAFE, says dietician Archana Batra
Can you really not mix certain fruits? A dietician explains which combinations may be heavy on sugar, calories, or digestion, and why portion size matters.
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Australia look to get stronger, Zimbabwe sharper
Josh Hazlewood could return for the second ODI in Harare as Zimbabwe look for more discipline after mistakes with bat and ball in their opening loss
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Read more Mbappé and Vinícius caught in Spain's migration debate after obscuring message on Ceuta shirts
While Mbappé, Vinícius and teammate Ibrahima Konaté put on the shirts, they wore them rolled up to their chests so that some of the words were obscured.
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Asian Games Live Score: Pakistan in trouble, slip to 5 down in 92-run chase vs Thailand
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'Done playing the victim': Sumit Nagal reveals 'change' in mindset
Sumit Nagal has endured an injury-hit 2026 season but says a change in mindset has helped him move forward. The Indian tennis player, now ranked 247, wants to focus on competing and enjoying the game rather than obsessing over results or rankings. Nagal also b
Times of India
Pakistan cricket crisis deepens as Rizwan moves Lahore HC against cyber crime summons
Pakistan batter Mohammad Rizwan has moved the Lahore High Court against summons issued by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). Rizwan, questioned after Pakistan’s Test series loss in England, has challenged the investigation and the agency’s
Times of India
From torrential rain to typhoon threat: Asian Games face turbulent start
The Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya are at risk of disruption due to an impending tropical storm. Organisers are on high alert, as ongoing heavy rain has already led to the suspension and rescheduling of numerous events. In an unfortunate turn for China's cricket
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Kunal Kapoor on Ramayana: Says experience is completely new
Kunal Kapoor, playing Indra Dev in Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', called it one of Indian cinema's most ambitious projects. He said the film reimagines the familiar epic through fresh visuals, action and music, and brushed off online criticism, noting many commen
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Quote of the day by Sam Neill
Actor Sam Neill placed immense value on the importance of good co-stars, believing that enjoyable colleagues contribute significantly to a fulfilling work experience. This perspective underscores the idea that teamwork enhances not only productivity but also o
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‘Sacrifice’ trailer: Fading star Chris Evans is taken hostage by Anya Taylor-Joy in adventure-comedy
The film premiered at TIFF last year with Netflix later acquiring its domestic rights in May
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Times of India
Everything about season 5 of ‘Reacher’
The fifth season of Reacher has been officially renewed, coinciding with ongoing filming in Canada, as shared by Alan Ritchson. This latest installment will adapt Lee Child's renowned book 'Make Me', taking viewers on a thrilling journey into a chilling conspi
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Assam begins commemorating Zubeen Garg’s first death anniversary
The State Government has extended support for a range of cultural and spiritual programmes, while cab operators have offered low-fare rides to and from his memorial about 23 km east of Guwahati
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'Mirzapur The Movie' BO Day 13 [LIVE]: Pankaj Tripathi film closes in on Rs 200 crore domestic net mark
'Mirzapur The Movie' is closing in on the Rs 200 crore India net milestone on Day 14. The Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Ravi Kishan starrer stood at Rs 199.45 crore after Day 13, while its worldwide gross reached Rs 286.64 crore. With Day 14 live collections
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