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The death of a 20-year-old engineering student from Arunachal Pradesh in Kerala has triggered protests at his college, with students questio…
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The Cockroach Janta Party’s plan to visit government schools across Rajasthan has triggered a response from the state Education Department,…
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Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary Firing: Forest Officials Booked After Three Men Killed
Protests have erupted in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar district after three men were killed in a firing incident involving forest personnel at…
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8 Killed in West Bengal Hotel Fire as Locked Emergency Exit Traps Guests
Eight people, mainly pilgrims, were killed and several others injured after a devastating early-morning fire broke out at Hotel Bideshini ne…
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Haldia Hit by Heavy Rain: 134 mm Rainfall Leaves Residents Facing Waterlogging
Haldia recorded 134 mm of rainfall in 24 hours amid intense monsoon activity across South Bengal. Heavy rain has raised concerns over waterl…
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Manasa Puja 2026: Government Holiday Announced in Purulia and Bankura
The West Bengal government has announced a public holiday in Purulia and Bankura on the occasion of Manasa Puja. The announcement was made b…
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AI, Automation Reshape India’s Telecom Jobs as 5G Hiring Boom Slows
India’s telecom sector is witnessing a shift in employment patterns as AI, automation and digital technologies reduce demand for some tradit…
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After the Kargil conflict and Operation Safed Sagar, Pervez Musharraf’s confrontation with Nawaz Sharif intensified, eventually leading to a…
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From Main Vaapas Aaunga to Dhurandhar: How Bollywood Changed Who the Real Enemy Is
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Jobs to Exam Coaching: How CMs Are Responding to Growing Youth Discontent
Youth protests and concerns over unemployment, recruitment exams and paper leaks have pushed Chief Ministers across party lines to announce…
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India Take 178-Run Lead Over Sri Lanka After Dinusha-Dickwella Fightback
India secured a commanding 178-run first-innings lead after bowling Sri Lanka out for 284 on Day 3 of the first Test in Galle. Sonal Dinusha…
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Parts of Kolkata Waterlogged as Extremely Heavy Rain Alert Issued for South Bengal
Heavy rainfall has caused waterlogging in several parts of Kolkata, while the IMD has warned of heavy to very heavy rain and isolated extrem…
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Haldia Weather Today: Rain Expected, Temperature Around 28°C
Haldia is witnessing rainy and cloudy weather on Monday, August 17, with temperatures around 28°C and high humidity. More rain is expected i…
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IITs Expand Executive Education, Enter Space Long Dominated by IIMs
IITs are increasingly offering online, blended and executive programmes for working professionals, expanding into an education segment tradi…
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Ayushman Bharat Implemented in Bengal From Today, 15 Million Families to Get Health Cover of Up to ₹5 Lakh
The formal rollout of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) begins in West Bengal today, August 16, 2026. According t…
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Buying Rakhi Online for Raksha Bandhan? Beware of Cyber Fraud, These 9 Mistakes Could Prove Costly
As Raksha Bandhan 2026 approaches, online purchases of Rakhi and gifts are expected to increase. This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrate…
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Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ Launch: Mahindra Makes a Major Move in India's Electric SUV Market
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Why Are Gulf Countries Angry with Trump Over the Iran Deal? The Major Reasons Behind the Growing Anxiety
Concern among Gulf countries over US President Donald Trump’s strategy toward a deal with Iran is now becoming increasingly visible. Accordi…
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ET Business Growth Summit Returns with Noida Edition on August 7
The Economic Times Business Growth Summit is set to return with its Noida edition on August 7, bringing together policymakers, industry lead…
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has barred Zee Entertainment Enterprises founder Subhash Chandra and Managing Director Pun…
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Bombay HC convicts Tarun Tejpal in 2013 sexual assault case, overturns acquittal
The Bombay High Court on Tuesday convicted former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 sexual assault case, overturning his acqu…
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Omar Abdullah Resolves Divorce Dispute With Estranged Wife Payal, Informs Supreme Court
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has informed the Supreme Court that he has amicably resolved his matrimonial dispute with his…
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Delhi High Court Issues Notice on Former JNU Scholar Umar Khalid's Bail Plea
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Delhi Police on the bail plea filed by former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) scholar Umar…
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Andhra Businessman Fires Three Rounds After Badminton Team Loses Semi-final in Local Tournament
A businessman in Andhra Pradesh allegedly fired three rounds into the air after his badminton team's defeat in the semi-finals of a local to…
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