Tuesday 31 August 2021

Gigi Hadid Spent August With Zayn Malik And Their Daughter Khai Like This

"Bit of august," Gigi Hadid wrote in the caption of her post

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Google Extends WFH Option, Promises Month's Notice For Return To Offices

Google on Tuesday extended the option for its employees to work from home into next year due to the pandemic.

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Brazilian Viper Venom May Become Tool In Fight Against Coronavirus: Study

Brazilian researchers have found that a molecule in the venom of a type of snake inhibited coronavirus reproduction in monkey cells, a possible first step toward a drug to combat the virus causing...

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Watch: Fisherman Gets Pulled Into A Lake By Huge Fish

Lorant Szabo had been fishing at the lake since his childhood but he did not see what adventure awaited him on a fine June day.

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Neena Gupta, Why So Cool? The Internet Agrees And How

Neena Gupta summed up her mood with an evergreen song

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Delhi Students Back In Schools After 17 Months, Strict Covid Rules

Schools in the national capital reopened with strict anti-Covid measures in place after a gap of 17 months.

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Sensex, Nifty Edge Higher; Axis Bank, Bajaj Auto Top Gainers

The Sensex rose as much as 214 points to hit record high of 57,765.92 and Nifty 50 index touched an all-time high of 17,187.

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Money Heist, Kota Factory, Sex Education, and More on Netflix in September

Money Heist season 5, Kota Factory season 2, Sex Education season 3, Lucifer season 6, Chhota Bheem, Ankahi Kahaniya, Crime Stories: India Detectives, Rick and Morty season 5 finale - the biggest...

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From Money Heist to Kota Factory, What to Watch in September

Money Heist season 5, Fast & Furious 9, Kota Factory season 2, Lucifer season 6, Sex Education season 3, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Bhoot Police, Cinderella, Mumbai Diaries 26/11, Annabelle Sethupathi,...

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Coronavirus LIVE Updates: WHO Monitoring New Variant Named "Mu"

India recorded 30,941 cases of coronavirus in 24 hours Tuesday, 27.9% lower than Monday, government data showed. The active cases account for 1.13% of the overall cases (3,27,68,880).

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"No GST On Papad, Whatever Its Shape": Tax Body Corrects Harsh Goenka

Papad, whatever its shape or name, is exempted from GST, the government's indirect taxation agency clarified today after a social media post claimed that a round papad is exempted from the tax while a...

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"Wise Decision, Best Decision": Biden Defends US' Afghanistan Exit

President Joe Biden on Tuesday defended his decision to pull troops out of Afghanistan, saying it was in the US national interest.

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Heavy Rain In Delhi Causes Waterlogging, Traffic Snarls

Heavy rains lashed parts of Delhi on Tuesday, bringing respite from heat and the sultry weather. Many parts of the national capital were waterlogged, leading to traffic snarls across the city.

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Navjot Sidhu Questions Congress, Akali's "Inaction" Against Drug Dealers

Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu on Tuesday questioned the "inaction" of his own government and the previous Akali dispensation against those involved in drug smuggling in the state.

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Cried On The Plane, Was Terrified: Priyanka On Resuming Work After Months

"I spent six months at home feeling really safe with my family," said Priyanka Chopra

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'One Of History's Biggest Airlifts': Biden Hails US' Afghan Evacuation

President Joe Biden called the US airlift of more than 120,000 people from Afghanistan an "extraordinary success" Tuesday, a day after the last US soldiers pulled out of the country.

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US Adds Canada To "Reconsider Travel" Advisory List Amid Covid Pandemic

The US State Department has raised its travel advisory alert for Canada to a "level 3 - reconsider travel" status amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it said in a statement on Tuesday.

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Elon Musk On "The Dark Side Of OnlyFans"

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has a well-known fondness for memes - he shared three in a row this morning alone.

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As Schools Reopen, Covid Numbers For Children Up In Some States

Some states where schools have opened amid concerns about a third wave of the Covid pandemic, are seeing a rise in infections among children.

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Into The Blues: Sunny Leone Is Making Maldives Look So Good

Sunny Leone's holiday entourage also includes husband Daniel Weber and their kids - daughter Nisha and sons Asher and Noah.

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Fresh Controversy In Punjab Over Harish Rawat's "Panj Pyara" Remark

The Congress's Punjab in-charge Harish Rawat has landed in controversy over a comment meant to boost Punjab Congress chief Navjot Sidhu and four working presidents under him.

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Harsh To Say India Playing Australian Brand Of Cricket: Collingwood

England vs India: Paul Collingwood, England assistant coach, said it would be "a little bit harsh" to say that Virat Kohli-led Indian side is playing the Australian brand of cricket.

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OnePlus Nord 2, OnePlus 7 Series Get OxygenOS Updates With New Features

OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus 7 series - OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T, and OnePlus 7T Pro - are receiving new OxygenOS updates bundled with the August 2021 Android security patch. The OnePlus...

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Monday 30 August 2021

Taliban Killed My Brother For Working For US Troops: Afghan Man In Delhi

Members of the Afghan community entered 8th day of their protest at Delhi's UNHCR office, demanding refugee status and resettlement in the backdrop of the Taliban taking over Afghanistan.

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'More Infectious' C.1.2 Strain, Found In 6 Countries, Worries Scientists

By August 13, the C.1.2 strain had been found in six of South Africa's nine provinces as well as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mauritius, Portugal, New Zealand and Switzerland.

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Video: Taliban's Celebratory Gunfire At Kabul Airport After US Pullout

Celebratory gunfire echoed across Kabul as Taliban fighters took control of the airport before dawn on Tuesday following the withdrawal of the last U.S. troops, ending 20 years of war that left the...

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Calls For Covid Probe Plunged Australia Into A Hacking Nightmare

A few days after Prime Minister Scott Morrison called for an independent international probe into the origins of the coronavirus, Chinese bots swarmed on to Australian government networks. It was...

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3 Women Among 7 Dead As Speeding Audi Crashes Into Tree In Bengaluru

While six people died on the spot, the seventh died in the hospital.

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Rise In Covid Cases In Some States Indicates 3rd Wave: Medical Body ICMR

Head of Epidemiology and Communicable Diseases at the Indian Council of Medical Research said the states which did not face an intense second wave of the pandemic are now with the increasing trend of...

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As US Troops Leave Afghanistan, New Questions For Biden Administration

For the first time since 2001 there are no American troops in Afghanistan after the United States completed the evacuation of most of its citizens and thousands of at-risk Afghans.

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Civic Official Loses 3 Fingers After Angry Hawker Attacks Her Near Mumbai

The Thane municipal official was overseeing a drive to clear out illegal hawkers when an angry vegetable vendor attacked her with a knife, severing three digits of her hand. Attempts are now on to...

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"Just Like An Airplane": Delhi Makes Mohalla Clinics From Containers

Mohalla clinics in Delhi- the big health initiative of Arvind Kejriwal's government- will now be made compact and portable, solving the government's big hurdle -- land.

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Mi NoteBook Ultra, Mi NoteBook Pro to Go on Sale Today

Mi NoteBook Ultra and Mi NoteBook Pro will go on sale starting today at 12pm (noon). The laptops were launched on August 26 at the Xiaomi's Smarter Living 2022 event. They are being offered with Rs....

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Civil Aircraft Barred From Operating Over Afghanistan: US Aviation Body

Kabul airport is without air traffic control services now that the US military has withdrawn from Afghanistan, civil aircraft barred from operating over the country unless given prior authorization,...

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US Military Disabled Scores Of Aircraft Before Leaving Kabul Airport

The US military disabled scores of aircraft and armored vehicles as well as a high-tech rocket defense system at the Kabul airport before it left Monday, a US general said.

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"Never In History Has Withdrawal From War Been Handled So Badly": Trump

Never in history has a withdrawal from war been handled so badly or incompetently as by Americans from Afghanistan, former president Donald Trump has said as the US flew its last military flight out...

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Don't Want To Be "Another Stan Swamy": Arrested Cop Allowed Treatment

A special court on Monday refused to grant the NIA the custody of dismissed police officer Sachin Waze for questioning in the Antilia bomb scare case and allowed him to get admitted at a private...

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Tokyo Paralympics: Disability Categories Under Fire Over Fairness

Tokyo Paralympics: Several para athletes including French swimmer Theo Curin, US swimming star Jessica Long and another French swimmer Claire Supiot among others have been critics of the category...

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Indian-Origin Singapore Officer Alerts Tenant About Inspection, Jailed

An Indian-origin Singaporean, who was working as an inspection officer with a public housing authority, was on Monday sentenced to 25 days in prison for alerting an Indian tenant about impending...

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Canada's Trudeau Resumes Campaign After Angry Crowds Disrupt Rallies

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau plunged back into campaigning on Monday after groups of unusually vocal and abusive protesters disrupted his weekend election rallies, at one point forcing him...

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Fewer Than 250 Americans Remain To Evacuate From Afghanistan: Official

The United States believes there are fewer than 250 Americans still in Afghanistan who are seeking to leave, a senior US official said Monday on the eve of the deadline for a full US troop withdrawal...

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Last US Troops Leave Afghanistan Ending 20-Year War: Pentagon

The US military announced the departure of the last US troops from Afghanistan Monday, concluding a 20-year conflict that ended with the Taliban seizing control of the country.

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'KBC 13': Big B Was Inspired By This Visually impaired Contestant

Himani Bundela will be attempting the Rs 1 crore question on Tuesday's episode

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UN Security Council Adopts Afghanistan Resolution, But No "Safe Zone"

The UN Security Council adopted a resolution Monday requiring the Taliban to honor their commitment to let people freely leave Afghanistan, but the measure did not cite a "safe zone" mentioned by...

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Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Price in India Leaked via Amazon Listing: Report

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is all set to launch on September 1 in India. Ahead of that, the phone was briefly listed on Amazon India, leaking price and offer details. The phone is tipped to be priced...

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Income Tax Department Seeks Responses From Taxpayers To Expedite Refunds

ITR 2020-21: Taxpayers have been urged by the income tax department to send online responses so that their refunds can be expedited.

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Sunday 29 August 2021

Paralympics: Devendra Jhajharia Wins Javelin Silver, Bronze For SS Gurjar

Tokyo Paralympics: Indians Devendra Jhajharia and Sundar Singh Gurjar won silver and bronze respectively in men's javelin (F46) event at the Paralympics on Monday.

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Covid Antibodies Wane Over Time, But Immune System Has A Backup Plan

Antibodies against the coronavirus wane over time, but the immune system has a backup plan that doesn't rely on boosters, according to a study by scientists at the University of Pennsylvania, where...

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Trinamool Slams Himanta Sarma For "Red Carpet" Remark On Mamata Banerjee

Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Saugata Roy on Sunday slammed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma calling him a ''dal badlu'' for his "red carpet" remark against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata...

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Paralympics: Avani Lekhara Wins Gold In Women's 10m Air Rifle (SH1)

Tokyo Paralympics: India's Avani Lekhara won gold in women's 10m Air Rifle Standing (SH1) event on Monday.

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Rockets Heard Flying Over Kabul As US Races To Complete Withdrawal

Rockets flew across the Afghan capital on Monday as the United States raced to complete its withdrawal from Afghanistan, with the evacuation of civilians all but over and terror attack fears high.

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US Investigating Reports Of Civilians Killed In Kabul Air Strike

The United States is investigating whether civilians may have been killed in an air strike it launched to destroy a car laden with explosives in the Afghan capital Kabul, a spokesman for US Central...

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Paralympics: Yogesh Kathuniya Wins Silver In Men's Discus Throw (F56)

Tokyo Paralympics: India's Yogesh Kathuniya won silver in men's discus throw (F56) with a best throw of 44.38m.

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US Believes Attack On Kabul Airport "Highly Likely" In 24-36 Hours: Biden

Suicide bomb threats hung over the final phase of the US military's airlift operation from Kabul Sunday, with President Joe Biden warning another attack was highly likely before the evacuations end.

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Should You Invest in Cryptocurrency?

Investing in cryptocurrency in India is going up steadily, but how many people are doing this simply because of a fear of missing out? There are a number of things that you need to consider before you...

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After Summons To Mamata Banerjee Nephew, Trinamool Targets Home Minister

Trinamool Congress MP Derek O'Brien on Sunday slammed the Centre for harassing the opposition, alleging that the Union home minister has drawn up a plan for remitting all cases through the Enforcement...

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"War Not The Answer": Afghan Refugee, 25, Sees Country Torn Up Again

For 25-year-old Farhan (name changed), an Afghan student who came to India in 2014 on a scholarship, life couldn't be more "hopeless" since the Taliban took control of his country this month.

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Grofers Founder Responds To Criticism Over Company's 10-minute Deliveries

Albinder Dhindsa, founder of Grofers, released a statement on Twitter, responding to the backlash the company received on its 10-minute delivery policy.

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US, Several Nations To Meet Virtually And Discuss Afghanistan

Foreign ministers from several countries will meet virtually Monday to discuss their next steps in Afghanistan, the US State Department said, as the airlift evacuation out of the country enters its...

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Talks Over Evacuations With Taliban Do Not Indicate Recognition: France

President Emmanuel Macron said discussions France is having with the Taliban over evacuations from Afghanistan do not indicate recognition of the hardline Islamist group as the country's new rulers

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Joe Biden Aide Guarantees Safe Passage For Americans From Afghanistan

The Biden administration expects the Taliban to continue allowing safe passage for Americans and others to leave Afghanistan after the U.S. military withdrawal is completed next week, according to a...

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Gun That Killed Notorious Wild West Outlaw Auctioned For $6 Million

The pistol used to kill the notorious outlaw Billy the Kid in the days of the American Wild West has been auctioned for $6.03 million, a world record for a firearm.

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Hurricane Ida Strikes Louisiana As Category 4 Storm

Hurricane Ida struck the coast of Louisiana Sunday as a powerful Category 4 storm, 16 years to the day after deadly Hurricane Katrina devastated the southern US city of New Orleans.

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Google Pay Said to Offer Fixed Deposit Facility in India

Google Pay will soon allow its customers in India to open Fixed Deposits (FD) on its platform, according to a report.

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Women Can Attend University Under New Rule: Taliban Acting Minister

Afghan women will be allowed to study at university but there would be a ban on mixed classes under their rule, the Taliban's acting higher education minister said on Sunday.

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Homes Of Men Accused In Horrific Madhya Pradesh Mob Attack Demolished

Days after a tribal man was assaulted in Neemuch district of Madhya Pradesh and then dragged by a pick-up truck, leading to his death, the district administration today razed the illegal properties of...

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Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada Is In Afghanistan: Spokesman

The Taliban's supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada -- who has never made a public appearance and whose whereabouts have largely remained unknown -- is in Afghanistan, the hardline Islamist group...

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Watch: Workers Made To Push Train Wagon After Snag In Madhya Pradesh

A technical fault with a tower wagon (a self-propelled unit used to inspect over-head cables powering electric locomotives) at a railway station in Madhya Pradesh's Harda led to a heartbreaking sight...

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Joe Biden In Solemn Ritual Over Remains Of US Troops Killed In Kabul

President Joe Biden was preparing Sunday at a US military base to receive the remains of the 13 American service members killed in an attack in Kabul, a solemn ritual that comes amid fierce criticism...

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Saturday 28 August 2021

"Special Guy" Farhan Akhtar Loves Shibani Dandekar's New Tattoo

"Had such a special birthday with special friends and this special guy," wrote Shibani Dandekar

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UN Security Council Omits Taliban Reference From Statement On Terror

The United Nations Security Council has dropped the Taliban reference from its statement on terrorist attacks near Kabul airport that called on Afghan groups not to support terrorists "operating on...

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How to Activate Vi eSIM on Your Phone

In this article, we are detailing the steps on how you can activate your Vi eSIM on your phone. Select Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models are amongst the compatible devices.

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Australia's Melbourne Extends Sixth Lockdown As Delta Variant Rages

A lockdown of Australia's second-biggest city Melbourne will be extended, authorities announced Sunday as they struggle to quash a stubborn coronavirus Delta variant outbreak.

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45,083 Coronavirus Cases In India, 3.5% Lower Than Yesterday

India reported 45,083 new Covid cases in the past 24 hours, slightly lower than yesterday's 46,759, taking the total infections to over 3.26 crore.

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Taliban "Waiting For Full Control Over Kabul Airport," Says Official

The Taliban, Afghanistan's new rulers, and the departing US forces are aiming for a swift handover of Kabul airport, a Taliban official told Reuters on Sunday.

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Just A Pic Of Kareena With Her "Forever Girls" Malaika-Amrita, Karisma

Saturday night, done right

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Krishna Janmashtami 2021: India Date, Time, Significance, Shubh Mahurat

Krishna Janmashtami 2021 is a Hindu festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Krishna is the 8th avatar of Lord Vishnu, one of the Trimurti deities of...

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How to Activate Your Airtel eSIM

If you are an Airtel subscriber, you can activate the eSIM functionality provided you have a compatible device. As mentioned, recent flagship phones from Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola Razr 5G, and...

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Tokyo Paralympics: India's Bhavinaben Patel Takes Home Historic Silver

Tokyo Paralympics: India's Bhavinaben Patel takes home silver medal, loses in women's table tennis (Class 4) final.

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"Pakistan Gave Birth To Taliban To Counter India": Former Afghan Envoy

Pakistan had birthed Taliban in an attempt to counter India, a former Afghan envoy has said citing former Pakistan president General Pervez Musharraf.

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Resistance Forces In Afghan Valley Reject Taliban's Advance Claim: Report

The resistance forces in the Panjshir province on Saturday rejected the Taliban claims that their forces entered Panjshir province from various directions.

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I'll Be Arrested, Killed Or Declared Winner Of Polls: Brazilian President

Brazilian far-right President Jair Bolsonaro on Saturday said he sees three alternatives for his future: winning the 2022 presidential elections, death or prison.

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"Specific, Credible Threat" Near Kabul Airport, Leave Immediately: US

The United States warned Saturday of a "specific, credible threat" near Kabul airport and urged its citizens to leave the area, days after a deadly attack on crowds fleeing Taliban rule in...

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Watch: Man Eats Banana In Just 37 Seconds; Breaks Record

A man named Mike Jack is taking social media by storm with speed eating challenges. He eats a banana in almost 30 seconds, that too without using hands.

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Google Pay Said to Offer Fixed Deposit Facility in India

Google Pay will soon allow its customers in India to open Fixed Deposits (FD) on its platform, according to a report.

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Girl,17, Forced To Live On Streets After Father's Death, Gang-Raped: Cops

Police have arrested three men for allegedly gang-raping a 17-year-old girl at Vasai in Maharashtra's Palghar district, an official said on Saturday.

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US Believes Attack On Kabul Airport "Highly Likely" In 24-36 Hours: Biden

US military commanders believe that another terror attack like the deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport is "highly likely in the next 24-36 hours," President Joe Biden warned Saturday.

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Sara Ali Khan Is Doing Every Touristy Thing In Ladakh. See Pics

Sara Ali Khan added stunning pics to her Ladakh diaries

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S Jaishankar, Anthony Blinken Discuss Afghanistan Coordination On Call

The US and India will continue to work closely on Afghanistan and the United Nations, the US State Department said in a statement after a meeting between Secretary of State Antony J Blinken and...

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Doha Talks Marked "Beginning Of The End": Former Afghan Vice-President

Former Afghan vice-president Amrullah Saleh said that the peace negotiations between Kabul and the Taliban became "the beginning of the end" for the country.

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Madhya Pradesh Covid Orphans Get Minister As Guardian After NDTV Report

A day after NDTV reported how five siblings in Madhya Pradesh are living on charity after losing their parents to Covid, state cabinet minister and BJP MLA Arvind Bhadauria has said he would get a...

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Right To Move Freely In Country Can't Be Denied On Flimsy Grounds: Court

A person cannot be denied on flimsy grounds his fundamental right to reside or move freely anywhere in the country, the Supreme Court has said.

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Friday 27 August 2021

Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Faces Turmoil Amid Claims He Wanted Sleaze Tape Out

Nearly a month after taking over as Tamil Nadu's BJP chief, former IPS officer Annamalai is facing trouble amid rumblings with the party. Tensions have been brewing after an audio tape surfaced...

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Viral Pic: Salman And Nirvan's Unparalleled Swag On The Streets Of Russia

Needless to say that Salman Khan's photo with Nirvan, posted on Friday, has gone crazy viral

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"Sometimes Our Memories Are Short": Rohit Sharma On Pujara Criticism

England vs India: Cheteshwar Pujara finished Day 3 of the third Test unbeaten on 91 amid criticism about his recent form.

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Pics From Arjun Rampal's "Salt Water" Diaries With Mahikaa And Myra

Gabriella has shared an album from their trip on her timeline.

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Honduras Gets Its First Cryptocurrency ATM as Bitcoin Popularity Soars

Cryptocurrency ATM has opened in Honduras this week as the popularity of Bitcoin reaches a fever pitch in the country.

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India Sees Highest Daily Rise In Covid Cases In Nearly Two Months

India's daily Covid numbers jumped by over four per cent as the country reported 46,759 new cases on Saturday, the most in nearly two months, as cases surge in Kerala. 509 deaths were recorded during...

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2022 Indian FTR 1200 Launch Details Revealed

On the side lines of the launch of the 2022 Indian Chief range, Lalit Sharma, country manager, Polaris India Pvt. Ltd. revealed that the 2022 Indian FTR 1200 will be launched in a couple of months'...

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"Proved Nothing Is Impossible": Bhavinaben Patel On Paralympics Semis Win

Tokyo Paralympics: Bhavinaben Patel became the first Indian to reach the final of the Paralympic Games table tennis competition.

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"Those Who Joined BJP...": Sena's Sanjay Raut's Swipe At Narayan Rane

The Shiv Sena and BJP are linked by the "bond of Hindutva" but newcomers like Narayan Rane spoiled the relations between the two parties, Sena leader Sanjay Raut said here on Friday.

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"Killed The Target": US On Drone Strike Against ISIS After Kabul Blasts

The US military said Friday it had carried out a drone strike against a "planner" of the Islamic State-Khorasan, the group which claimed credit for the deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport.

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Watch: Pitch Invader "Jarvo" Returns, This Time To Bat For India

England vs India: Familiar pitch invader "Jarvo" tried to sneak in as India's No.4 after Rohit Sharma was dismissed by Ollie Robinson.

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US Tells Citizens To Leave Kabul Airport Gates "Immediately"

The United States urged its citizens Friday to "immediately" leave the gates around Kabul's airport, where a suicide bomber this week targeted crowds trying to flee Taliban rule.

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Mumbai Teen Spends Rs 10 Lakh From Mother's Account On PUBG, Runs Away

A 16-year-old boy ran away from home in the western suburb of Jogeshwari after his parents reprimanded him for allegedly spending Rs 10 lakh through online transactions for playing PUBG, police said...

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Janmashtami 2021: Date, Timing, Significance And Celebrations

Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna and is also known as Gokul Ashtami

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Paralympics: Bhavinaben Patel Reaches Final, Assured Of At Least Silver

India's Bhavinaben Patel beat China's Zhang Miao 7-11, 11-7, 11-4, 9-11, 11-8 to reach the women's table tennis (Class 4) final at the Tokyo Paralympics.

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Unvaccinated US School Teacher Spreads Coronavirus To 26 People

An unvaccinated teacher at an elementary school in California spread the coronavirus to at least 26 other people, including 12 students in their classroom, a new study by the Centers for Disease...

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China Still Withholding "Critical Information" On COVID-19 Origins: Biden

President Joe Biden said Friday that China was withholding "critical information" on the origins of Covid-19 after the US intelligence community said it did not believe the virus was a bioweapon --...

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US On Alert For More Kabul Attacks, Says Next Few Days Will Be Dangerous

U.S. forces helping to evacuate Afghans desperate to flee Taliban rule were on alert for more attacks on Friday after an ISIS suicide bombing killed at least 92 people, including 13 U.S. service...

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US Covid Hospitalisations Hit Eight-Month High With Over 100,000

The number of coronavirus patients in U.S. hospitals has breached 100,000, the highest level in eight months, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo Reunite To Rekindle Past Glories

Premier League: Cristiano Ronaldo had earlier spent six years in Manchester United under the tutelage of Sir Alex Ferguson.

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3rd Test, Day 3: Cheteshwar Pujara, Kohli Hold Firm For India In Leeds

India vs England: Cheteshwar Pujara was left eyeing a first Test century in more than two years as he held firm alongside Indian captain Virat Kohli to keep England at bay on Day 3 at Headingley in...

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US Warship Transits Taiwan Strait After Chinese Assault Drills

A U.S. warship and a U.S. Coast Guard cutter sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday, the latest in what Washington calls routine operations through the sensitive waterway that separates Taiwan...

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Don't Arrest Him, Woman Tells Cops After Husband Sews Up Her Genitals

In a shocking incident from Madhya Pradesh's Singrauli district, a man stitched her wife's genitals because he suspected she was cheating on him, police said.

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Thursday 26 August 2021

Dancing Into The Weekend Like SRK And Farah Goofing Around To 'Main Hoon Na

From Ranveer Singh to Riteish Deshmukh, the video has caught the attention of who's who of Bollywood.

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Apple Agrees to Loosen App Store Restrictions on Small Developers

Apple agreed to loosen App Store restrictions on small developers, striking a deal in a class-action lawsuit as the iPhone maker awaits a ruling by the same judge in a separate App Store dispute...

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Kabul Blasts: "Voice Cracking", Biden Reflected Blow To His Presidency

Eyes closing, voice cracking, Joe Biden physically reflected the terrible blow to his presidency from the slaying of 13 US service members during the desperate Kabul evacuation.

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60 Civilians, 13 US Troops Killed In Kabul Blasts, ISIS Claims Attack

Twin suicide bombs ripped through crowds outside Kabul airport on Thursday, killing scores of people including 13 US troops and deepening panic in the final days of an already frenzied evacuation...

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What Is IS-K And What Is Its Relationship With Taliban?

ISIS had been highly critical of the deal last year between Washington and the Taliban that led to the agreement for withdrawing foreign troops, accusing the group of abandoning the jihadist cause.

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Tom Cruise, 59, Unveils The "Most Dangerous" Stunt In MI 7

"We've been working on this for years," said Tom Cruise

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Review: Big B Hogs Footage In Whiny, Preachy 'Chehre'

Chehre Review: Despite the half-baked character he is saddled with, Emraan Hashmi provide flashes of what he is capable of. Raghubir Yadav makes every glance and every line count.

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Besan Dosa: Try This Instant Dosa Recipe For A Quick Breakfast Meal (Recipe Inside)

Besan Dosa Recipe: Dosa is touted to be one of the healthiest meal options available across India. It can be a quick fix for a wholesome breakfast meal.

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Staff Left Documents On Afghans Working At UK Embassy In Kabul: Report

Staff at Britain's Foreign Office left documents with contact details of Afghans working for them scattered on the ground at the British embassy compound in Kabul that has been seized by the Taliban,...

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Kabul Blasts: Deadliest Day For US Military In About A Decade

Two explosions outside Kabul's international airport killed 12 U.S. service members and at least 60 Afghans, and wounded dozens more, less than a week before U.S. forces are due to depart.

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44,658 Fresh COVID-19 Cases In India, 50% Have Got At Least First Dose

Coronavirus: 44,658 fresh COVID-19 cases in India, 3.2% lower than yesterday

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Homemade Poha Medu Vada: Make This Crispy And Crunchy Snack In Minutes (Recipe Inside)

Poha Medu Vada Recipe: Are you a Medu Vada fan but have no time to prepare it? Try this quick and easy poha medu vada recipe which will be ready in a matter of minutes.

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iOS Developers Can Now Advertise Payments Outside the App Store

Apple has made a major announcement proposing a number of significant changes to its App Store policies to resolve the ongoing class action case it faces with iOS developers. We explain the key points...

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"We Will Hunt You Down, Make You Pay," Joe Biden Warns Kabul Bombers

US President Joe Biden pledged Thursday to hunt down the perpetrators of the suicide bombings that killed 12 American troops in Kabul and said the United States will not be deterred from its mission...

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Kabul Blasts Put ISIS Back Into US Sights

US military commanders vowed to hunt down the leaders of Islamic State after Thursday's suicide bomb attack on Kabul airport, pledging to exact revenge on the long-time U.S. adversary for the deaths...

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US Troops Bracing For More ISIS Attacks At Kabul Airport: Official

American forces in Kabul were bracing for more Islamic State attacks while winding up their evacuation mission, U.S. officials said, as the number of US troops killed in Thursday's suicide bomb attack...

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UN Chief Calls Afghanistan Meet For Permanent Security Council Members

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called a meeting of the permanent members of the Security Council to discuss the chaotic situation in Afghanistan, diplomats said.

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No Sign Of Collusion Between Taliban And ISIS In Kabul Attack: Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden said Thursday he has seen no evidence that the Taliban colluded with Islamic State terrorists in carrying out the deadly attacks in Kabul.

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World Leaders Condemn "Horrific" Attacks In Kabul

Deadly coordinated explosions on Thursday tore through crowds of people at Kabul airport hoping to board flights to safety, as countries raced to evacuate as many people as possible before an August...

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3rd Test, Day 2: Joe Root's 23rd Hundred Adds To India's Agony In Leeds

India vs England: Captain Joe Root's third hundred in as many Tests against India took his side closer to a series-levelling win with England placed at 423-8 at Stumps on the second day of the...

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Elon Musk's Reaction To Meme Claiming Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin Copied SpaceX

Elon Musk posted two laughing emojis in response to a meme claiming Blue Origin copied SpaceX while designing its vertical landing spacecraft.

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ISIS Arm Behind Kabul Blasts, Suggests Intel Shared With India: Sources

The twin blasts at Kabul airport this evening, which claimed at least 40 lives and injured many others, is suspected to the work of the terrorists of Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K), after an old name...

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Older iPhone Models Become Faster by Changing Region to France: Report

A report claims that changing the region of older iPhone models to France can improve their performance by making them run smoother and faster. This is because Apple has been fined by France for...

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Wednesday 25 August 2021

Man's Horror At Discovering Giant Centipede Inside House

The Reddit user who shared the image says he found it in my apartment while living in Japan

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Navjot Sidhu's Advisers Have To Go, Says Congress's Punjab In-Charge

Navjot Sidhu should dismiss his advisers and if he fails to do so, the party will, senior Congress leader Harish Rawat told NDTV on Wednesday.

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Game That Rewards Players In Crypto Soars In Pandemic-Hit World

Axie Infinity's daily active users swelled from 30,000 in April this year to more than 1 million in August, with most logging on from developing countries hit hard by Covid.

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Taliban Appoints Ex Guantanamo Detainee As Defence Minister: Report

Over 10 days after the Taliban captured Kabul following the collapse of the US-backed government, they are now switching focus to how to run a country in crisis.

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"High Terror Threat" At Kabul Airport, "Leave Immediately": US, Allies

Western nations warned their citizens Thursday to immediately leave the surrounds of Kabul airport over a terrorist threat, as thousands of people try to reach a dwindling number of evacuation...

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46,164 Fresh Covid Cases In India, 22.7% Higher Than Yesterday

India added 46,164 new coronavirus cases over the last 24 hours - a 22 per cent jump - while deaths from COVID-19 rose by 607.The country's overall case load now stands at 3.25 crore, while total...

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Opinion: For Asset Recycling, The Adani, Ambani Factor For India

The asset recycling craze that got under way in Australia with the 2013 leasing of Port Kembla and Port Botany near Sydney is reaching India.

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Xiaomi's Smarter Living 2022 Today: How to Watch the Event Live

Xiaomi is set to host its Smarter Living 2022 event in India today (August 26) where it will launch its all-new Mi Notebook, Mi TV 5X, and Mi Smart Band 6, as well as a new router, shoes, and a...

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Democrats Urge Joe Biden To Fight Restart Of Trump Immigration Policy

Democratic lawmakers and immigration advocates pressed Joe Biden to take new steps to end an immigration policy begun by his predecessor Donald Trump after the top U.S. court ordered that the "remain...

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Taliban Threatened, Beat UN Staff, Document Says: Report

An internal UN security document seen by Reuters describes veiled threats, looting of UN offices and physical abuse of staff since August 10, shortly before Taliban swept to power.

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Realme GT Master Edition to Go on Sale in India Today

Realme GT Master Edition sale in India is taking place today (August 26). The Realme phone carries a 120Hz Super AMOLED display and features a triple rear camera setup.

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Resistance Spreading In Afghanistan: Brother Of Anti-Taliban Group Leader

The comments by Ahmad Wali Massoud to AFP in Paris come as his nephew Ahmad Massoud, the son of the commander killed in 2001, seeks to lead -- alongside former vice-president Amrullah Saleh -- an...

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Government Approves Nine Judges For Elevation To Supreme Court

The government has approved nine names for elevation to the Supreme Court. The names have been sent to the President for issuing warrant of appointments.

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Major Upset For Badals' Akali Dal Despite Win In Delhi Sikh Body Polls

In a major upset for Akali Dal, party leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa, who headed the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management committee, faced a defeat in the polls of the Sikh body today. Following his defeat,...

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5 Food Combinations To Avoid To Keep Digestion Issues At Bay

Certain combinations of food can be unhealthy for your body. Here is a list of food combination you may avoid to keep digestion-related issues at bay.

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Why China's Placing Such A Big And Risky Bet On Taliban

When the U.S. invaded Afghanistan in 2001, the global economy looked a lot different: Tesla Inc. wasn't a company, the iPhone didn't exist and artificial intelligence was best known as a Steven...

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Meet The Angel And Devil Of The Kapoor Khandaan - Khushi And Shanaya

No words needed for the adorable click of Khushi and Shanaya but Khushi captioned it anyway with a bunch of emojis

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3rd Test, Day 1: Anderson Sparks Collapse Before Openers Frustrate India

India vs England: Pacer James Anderson ripped through the top order as India collapsed to 78 all out in the third Test at Headingley before openers Rory Burns and Haseeb Hameed capped a...

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Let Divyanka Tripathi Teach You How To "Claim Your Throne" Or Your Couch

Divyanka Tripathi's fun Reels had her Instagram followers chuckling.

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Abhishek, Who Had A "Freak Accident," Is All "Patched-Up" After Surgery

"The show must go on! And as my father said.... Mard ko dard nahin hota! Ok, ok, ok it hurt a little," wrote Abhishek Bachchan

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Taliban Agree To Let Afghans Leave After August 31: German Envoy

The Taliban will continue to allow Afghans who have the right documents to leave Afghanistan after the United States' withdrawal deadline on August 31, Germany's ambassador to Afghanistan said...

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Kanpur's Biggest Shopping Mall Sealed Over Rs 13 Crore Unpaid Tax

The Kanpur Municipal Corporation on Wednesday sealed Z Square Mall, the city's biggest shopping centre at the posh Mall Road, for not depositing property tax to the tune of over Rs 13 crore, officials...

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Money Laundering Probe Against Chinese Apps Throws Up A 'Hairy' Racket

The ED has found that racketeers have been exporting human hair to China and other countries via India's northeastern border after considerably undervalueing the commodity. Money was found to be paid...

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Tuesday 24 August 2021

Realme GT 5G to Go on Sale for First Time in India Today at 12 Noon

Realme GT 5G was launched in India last week and will go on its first sale today, August 25, at 12pm (noon). It will be available via Flipkart, Realme website, and mainline channels. The phone...

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"Still Trying To Process": Why This Ice Cream Vendor Thanked Jeff Bezos

Amazon's Jeff Bezos has recently installed an ice cream machine in his home, and here are all the details you need to know.

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Vidya Balan Was "Done Shooting" But Her Team Wasn't. So, She Did This

The caption in Vidya Balan's post explains her quirky expressions in the post

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37,593 Fresh COVID-19 Cases In India, 648 Deaths In 24 Hours

India today logged 37,593 fresh COVID-19 cases, a whopping 47.6 per cent higher than yesterday's figure (25,467). The country also reported 648 deaths, a huge jump from the 354 deaths reported a day...

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Mira Rajput's Response To Fan Who Said "Kabir Singh Zindabad"

Mira Rajput replied to a fan who said: "Kabir Singh zindabad"

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New Generation Royal Enfield Classic 350 Launch Date Officially Announced

The countdown has begun for the launch of the new generation Royal Enfield Classic 350 that arrives right in time ahead of the festive season next month.

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After Bail, Minister Narayan Rane Asked To Appear Before Cops Next Week

Union Minister Narayan Rane, who was arrested yesterday in Maharashtra over his "slap Uddhav Thackeray" comment and granted bail within eight hours, has been asked to appear before the police in...

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Can't Believe We Didn't Speak At Midnight: Sanjay Remembers Friend Rajiv

"You will always be missed, still can't believe that we didn't speak at sharp 12 in the night," wrote Sanjay Kapoor

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Karnataka Urges IT Firms To Extend Work From Home To Dec 2022. Here's Why

The Karnataka government on Tuesday urged IT companies to extend the work from home option for employees to December 2022 keeping in view of traffic congestion on Outer Ring Road due to the Bengaluru...

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China Eyes Afghanistan's $1 Trillion Minerals With Risky Bet On Taliban

When the U.S. invaded Afghanistan in 2001, the global economy looked a lot different: Tesla Inc. wasn't a company, the iPhone didn't exist and artificial intelligence was best known as a Steven...

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Video: Ceiling Fan Falls Down During Family Dinner

A Vietnamese family of six was sitting for dinner when a fan fell right in their midst

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16 Of 78 Afghanistan Evacuees, Who Reached Delhi Yesterday, Are Covid +ve

Sixteen Afghanistan evacuees out of the 78 that landed in India yesterday are coronavirus positive. As a measure of precaution, all 78 have been quarantined.

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Samsung Galaxy M32 5G With Quad Rear Cameras Launching in India Today

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G is set to launch in India today, August 25, at 12pm (noon). It is said to be priced between Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 25,000. The phone may go on sale starting September 2 in the...

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Kamala Harris Delays Vietnam Trip After Mystery "Health Incident"

The CIA sees a "very strong possibility" that the syndrome is intentionally caused, and that Russia could be responsible, but is withholding definitive conclusions pending further investigation.

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Joe Biden Remarks On Afghanistan Delayed By 4.5 Hours: White House

President Joe Biden will deliver a speech on the final stages of the evacuation from Afghanistan at 4:30 pm (2030 GMT) on Tuesday, the White House said, after a delay of more than four hours.

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Janhvi Kapoor's Birthday Wish For Trainer Namrata Purohit Is Too Cute

"Continue shining and keeping us all sane (and fit)," wrote Janhvi Kapoor

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"I Was Lucky": Afghan Pop Star Breaks Down, Recounts Kabul Escape

Afghanistan pop star Aryana Sayeed, who fled from Kabul after her country was taken over by the Taliban, said she is "heartbroken" to see the condition of all those left behind and "disappointed...

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Viral: Can You Spot The Spelling Mistake On This Hospital Signboard?

The official Twitter account for the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust noticed the viral tweet and promised to fix the typo

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IKEA Plans To Launch First City Store In Mumbai

Swedish home furnishings retailer IKEA on Tuesday said it is going to open its first-ever city store in India at Mumbai, which would be more accessible to its customers in the city.

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Joe Biden Agrees To Stick To August 31 Afghan Pullout Deadline: Report

President Joe Biden has agreed with a Pentagon recommendation to stick with the Aug. 31 Afghanistan withdrawal deadline, an administration official told Reuters on Tuesday.

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"What Was I Thinking?": Shruti Haasan's Note To Her 21-Year-Old Self

"Found this from when I was 21 and basically thought anything goes," Shruti Haasan captioned her photo

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Tamil Nadu BJP Leader Quits After Colleague Releases Alleged Sleaze Video

Tamil Nadu BJP General Secretary KT Raghavan quit the party post after a colleague release a video from a sting operation. The video showed him involved in an alleged sleaze video call with a female...

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Watch: A Man's Close Encounter With Lion Growling Through Kitchen Window

46-year-old Dylan Panos found a lion growling at him while he tried to brew his morning coffee in an open kitchen at a camp in South Africa

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Monday 23 August 2021

How Sushmita Sen And Family Made Charu Asopa's Baby Shower Special

Charu Asopa and Rajeev Sen will welcome their first child in November

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25,467 New Covid Cases In India, Recovery Rate Highest Since March 2020

India reported 25,467 new Covid cases in the past 24 hours, slightly higher than yesterday's 25,072, taking the total infections to over 3.24 crore. 354 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours...

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3 Copies Of Guru Granth Sahib Flown From Kabul, Minister Shares Video

Three copies of Guru Granth Sahib were flown to India from Kabul along with Indian citizens and 46 Afghan nationals as part of the government's evacuation efforts from Afghanistan.

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Rift In Chhattisgarh Congress, Bhupesh Baghel, Rival To Meet Rahul Gandhi

Bhupesh Baghel visit to the national capital where state's Health Minister TS Singh Deo has also reached this afternoon from Bhopal is being linked to the purported two-and-a-half-year power-sharing...

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Watch: A Man's Close Encounter With Lion Growling Through Kitchen Window

46-year-old Dylan Panos found a lion growling at him while he tried to brew his morning coffee in an open kitchen at a camp in South Africa

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Beijing Continues To "Coerce, Intimidate" In South China Sea: Harris

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday accused Beijing of continuing to "coerce" and "intimidate" in the South China Sea and pledged that Washington would pursue a free and open Indo Pacific.

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BB 14: Rubina Reveals Her "Biggest Regret," Says: "Wish I Had Walked Out"

"Now when I look back, and one thing that hits me hard is the visual of the day Abhinav was eliminated!" wrote Rubina Dilaik

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Australia Pandemic Panel Backs Reopening Targets Despite Sydney Outbreak

Australia can proceed with its reopening plans when the country reaches 70%-80% vaccination levels, the government's pandemic modelling adviser said, even as some states hinted they may not ease...

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Probe Agency Seizes Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar's Bungalow In Chennai

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has "seized" a sea-facing bungalow in Chennai, Rs 82.5 lakh cash, and over a dozen luxurious cars in connection with a money laundering case against...

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Dhanashree's Raksha Bandhan Post Stars 'Scotty And Groot'. Chahal Reacts

Dhanashree Verma took to Instagram to share some Raksha Bandhan photos with her pet dogs, which received an affectionate reply from Yuzvendra Chahal.

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How Saif-Soha, Taimur-Inaaya Celebrated Raksha Bandhan This Year

"Missed you Saba Ali Khan, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan," wrote Soha Ali Khan

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Boris Johnson Speaks To Joe Biden On Kabul Evacuation Efforts

Afghanistan crisis: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and US President Joe Biden agreed on Monday to work together to ensure all those eligible to leave Afghanistan were able to.

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To Birthday Girl Gauahar Khan, With Love From Husband Zaid Darbar

"It was the day I proposed my wife and it's been a year since she said yes," wrote Zaid Darbar

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How To Eat White Rice On A Diet: Follow These Healthy Cooking Tips!

If you're watching your weight, but don't want to forgo rice, you must switch to healthier cooking methods. Read on for cooking tips for healthy rice dishes!

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How To Make No-Butter Butter Chicken: A Low-Fat Way To Enjoy The Classic Chicken Curry

Butter Chicken Is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after Indian chicken curries, but what if we told you that there is a low-fat recipe for the same that uses no butter at all? Interested to know...

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Kohli's Team Will Play How It Plays, We Will Not Get Too Distracted: Root

England vs India: Joe Root said England will not get distracted by the "theatre" surrounding the game, adding that India will play how they play but the hosts will be "genuine" to themselves in the...

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Bangle Seller Attacked In Indore Accused Of Molesting Minor, Case Filed

A bangle seller beaten up and robbed in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, for allegedly using a fake Hindu name, has been accused of molestation and sexual harassment and a police case has been filed against...

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Maharashtra's Delta Plus Variant Count Crosses 100 After 27 New Cases

Maharashtra recorded 27 new cases of the Delta Plus COVID-19 variant today, taking the total number of Delta Plus cases in the state to 103, according to the state health department.

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PS5 Restock India: Pre-Order PlayStation 5 on August 26

PS5 will be back in stock in India on August 26 and shoppers will have another chance to try their luck and grab the console. PlayStation 5 will be available from 12pm (noon) on August 26 via...

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Taliban Near Resistance Stronghold Panjshir After Retaking 3 Nearby Areas

The Taliban were in position near the Panjshir valley and had retaken three districts in northern Afghanistan that fell to local militia groups last week, a spokesman said on Monday, though there were...

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Forest Department Celebrates 25th Birthday Of Royal Bengal Tiger 'Raja'

The 25th birthday of Raja, a male Royal Bengal Tiger currently lodged at South Khayerbari Animal Rescue Centre in north Bengal was celebrated in a grand manner on Monday by the state forest department...

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Let's Talk About Sanctions, Taliban Are Terrorists, Says Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau left the door open to sanctions on the Taliban Monday, noting that the Islamist group that now controls Afghanistan remains a "terrorist entity."

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Houses For Sale At Rs 87 In This Italian Village. Nope, No Zeros Missing

Italy has been selling off houses in its picturesque countryside for one euro (approximately Rs 87) each to anyone willing to commit to restoring them.

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Sunday 22 August 2021

"Disgusting To Watch Pak Officials Celebrate Taliban Victory": US Lawmaker

Pakistan and its intelligence service have played a key role in fostering the Taliban and allowing it to eventually take over Afghanistan, a top Republican lawmaker has alleged, stating that it is...

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Trump Says Afghan Crisis "Greatest Foreign Policy Humiliation": Report

Donald Trump told the massive crowd gathered in the deep-red state that "this would have never happened if I was president."

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"I Don't Trust Anybody'': Joe Biden When Asked If He Believes Taliban

Taliban is seeking legitimacy and have made promises but Washington will see whether "they mean or not", said US President Joe Biden, adding that "I don''t trust anybody" when asked whether he...

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Singer Perrie Edwards And Footballer Alex Welcome Their First Baby

Congratulations, Perrie Edwards and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain!

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China Reports No New Local Covid Cases For First Time Since July

China's health authority reported on Monday that there were no new locally transmitted cases of COVID-19 for the first time since July, offering more signs that the current outbreak which began late...

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"We'll See Whether What Taliban Say Turns Out To Be True...": Joe Biden

Amid deepening crisis in Afghanistan, United States President Joe Biden defended his move to withdraw troops from the country, saying history will record this as a "logical, rational, and right...

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Aligarh Airport To Be Named After Kalyan Singh? What Yogi Adityanath Says

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid his last respects to former chief minister Kalyan Singh on Sunday and said people were paying tributes to him from the airport to the city.

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At Least 16 Dead In Flooding In US State Of Tennessee

Tennessee Floods: Rural roads, state highways and bridges were washed out and widespread power outages affected thousands of people.

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Despite Lack of 4G Services, BSNL's Subscriber Share Has Gone Up

Despite having no 4G services, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's subscribers share hasn't been affected, rather between 2016-17 and 2020-21 it has risen.

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How Traders Calculate Pivot Points to Predict Cryptocurrency Market Trends

Pivot points are calculated to predict cryptocurrency market trends by traders or regular investors. Here's what a pivot point is and the formula for calculating it.

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Britain To Push For Sanctions On Taliban At G7 Meeting: Report

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson currently leads the group that includes the United States, Italy, France, Germany, Japan and Canada.

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How to Find Cryptocurrency Transaction Data on a Blockchain

Every cryptocurrency transaction on a blockchain - like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Cardano - is recorded. Here's how blockchain explorers allow you to find search for them.

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Ex-Trinamool Minister Who Joined BJP Arrested In Cheating Case

Shyama Prasad Mukherjee was also the Textile Minister in the Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal government.

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U20 Sprinter Runs 100m In Incredible 9.86s In Women's Relay Event

Namibia's Christine Mboma ran her 100m in 9.86 seconds in the women's 4x100m relay event at the World Athletics U20 Championships.

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2nd Test: Vaughan Questions Lack Of Intervention By England Coach

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan questioned the lack of intervention by head coach Chris Silverwood in the first session of the final day in which India clawed their way back through the...

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Rolls-Royce Sold By Bollywood Star Among Luxury Cars Seized In Bengaluru

At least seven luxury cars were seized on Sunday by transport authorities in Bengaluru for not paying tax and lacking ownership documents, officials said.

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Google Discontinues Pixel 4A 5G, Pixel 5 Ahead of Pixel 6 Launch

Google Pixel 4A 5G and the Pixel 5 have been discontinued ahead of Pixel 6 launch. The tech giant said it expects stores in the US to sell out of the older devices within the next few weeks.

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PM's "Big Fan" Walking From Srinagar To Delhi In Hopes Of Meeting Him

Fahim Nazir Shah is walking to Delhi from Srinagar, hoping that his around 815-km journey will get the attention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he will get an opportunity to meet him.

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'Bigg Boss OTT': Shamita Shetty Breaks Down After Fight With Nishant

The contestants got into a war of words with each other amid a task

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Hurriyat's Srinagar Office Sees Signboard Vanish Amid Talk Of Ban

Amid indications that the Union government may ban both factions of the Hurriyat Conference under UAPA, the sign board at the extremist segment's office at Syed Ali Shah Geelani's Srinagar residence...

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Climate Change Activists Target City Of London's Guildhall

Climate change activists climbed the outside of the headquarters of the City of London's government on Sunday as they began two weeks of protests focused on the capital's financial district.

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Taliban Says "Hundreds" Of Fighters Heading For Holdout Afghan Valley

The Taliban said on Sunday that "hundreds" of its fighters were heading to the Panjshir Valley, one of the few parts of Afghanistan not yet controlled by the group.

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Assam Chief Minister Named In Police Complaint For Violating Covid Rules

Police complaints have been lodged in Assam against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and several BJP lawmakers, accusing them of violating Covid guidelines laid...

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Saturday 21 August 2021

Kamala Harris Begins Asia Trip Amid Afghan Crisis

Vice President Kamala Harris began a trip to Asia Sunday where she will offer reassurances of Washington's commitment to the region after the chaotic US pullout from Afghanistan and Taliban takeover.

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Priyanka, Lara And Others Remember "Mentor" Pradeep Guha

"I had very few constants in my life and outside my parents, you were one that I truly saw as my mentor," wrote Priyanka Chopra

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Raksha Bandhan 2021: Shweta Singh Kirti Remembers Brother Sushant

"Love you bhai, we will always be together," wrote Shweta Singh Kirti

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Pradeep Guha, Film Producer And Media Personality, Dies In Mumbai

Pradeep Guha, who was in 60s, was battling with cancer, a hospital source told ANI.

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Australia's PM Defends Lockdown Strategy Until Majority Vaccinated

Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday defended the country's lockdown strategy to combat coronavirus outbreaks until at least 70% of the population is fully vaccinated.

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Judge Murder Case Accused Stole Mobile Phones A Night Before: CBI Sources

The two persons arrested in connection with last months alleged murder of a Dhanbad judge were found to have stolen three mobile phones before committing the crime. Earlier they were said to have also...

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Zydus To Produce 1 Crore Doses/Month By October

Coronavirus Live Updates: Zydus is in talks with some third party companies about a production alliance, and technology transfer.

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Anti-Taliban Forces Say They've Taken 3 Districts In North Afghanistan

Forces holding out against the Taliban in northern Afghanistan say they have taken three districts close to the Panjshir valley where remnants of government forces and other militia groups have...

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2 Flights With Indians Evacuated From Kabul Land In Delhi

Afghanistan-Taliban Crisis: Two flights carrying Indians evacuated from Kabul landed in Delhi from Dushanbe and Doha this morning.

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Joe Biden Admin May Compel Civilian Airlines To Carry Afghan Evacuees

The official said the civilian aircraft would not fly into Afghanistan, but would instead ferry evacuees from air bases in locations including the Middle East and Germany.

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Ex-Cop, Yogi Adityanath's Challenger, Says Stopped From Visiting UP Town

Former Uttar Pradesh cadre IPS officer Amitabh Thakur, who was given premature retirement, on Saturday claimed that he was stopped by police from going to Gorakhpur, citing a threat to his life.

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Happy Raksha Bandhan 2021: Here's How You Can Wish Your Siblings

Raksha Bandhan celebrates and honours the bond of love and respect between siblings

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"Tragic, Dangerous": UK's Tony Blair Blasts "Abandonment" Of Afghanistan

Tony Blair said Western allies' current strategy would harm them long-term.

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New York City On Alert As Hurricane Henri Threatens US Coast

A swath of the US East Coast, including New York City, was under alert Saturday, as storm Henri was upgraded to what could be the first hurricane in 30 years to hit New England.

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Thousands Protest In London Decrying Taliban Takeover Of Afghanistan

Thousands rallied in central London on Saturday to protest the takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban and show solidarity with Afghans opposed to the new regime in Kabul.

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Lionel Messi Can Make His PSG Debut Against Reims: Mauricio Pochettino

Lionel Messi could make his Paris Saint-Germain debut against Reims in Ligue 1 next weekend, according to head coach Mauricio Pochettino.

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UAE To Temporarily Host 5,000 Afghans At US Request

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to host 5,000 Afghan nationals to be evacuated from their country for 10 days on their way to a third country at the request of the United States, the Gulf Arab...

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Motorola Edge 20 Sale Date Deferred Due to 'Unforeseen Circumstances'

Motorola Edge 20 and Motorola Edge 20 Fusion were announced in the Indian market recently. The company has now said that the sale of the Motorola Edge 20 has been deferred. It was earlier slated to...

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Impossible To Evacuate All Allied Afghans By August 31: Top EU Official

"It's mathematically impossible" for the US and its allies to evacuate tens of thousands of their Afghan personnel and families by August 31, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell warned Saturday.

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S Jaishankar Discusses Kabul "Evacuation Challenges" With German Minister

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday spoke to his German counterpart Heiko Maas on the latest developments in Afghanistan and challenges relating to emergency evacuation from Kabul.

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France Sees Anti-Vaccine Demonstrations For Sixth Weekend

Tens of thousands of people demonstrated in the streets of France again on Saturday against the government's COVID-19 vaccination policies amid concern from rights groups about anti-Semitic sentiment...

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Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler To Miss Remainder Of IPL 2021

IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals took to Twitter to announce that England's Jos Buttler will miss the tournament's second leg.

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"Generations Will Be Grateful To Kalyan Singh": PM, Others Pay Tributes

Tributes and condolence messages poured in after former Uttar Pradesh chief minister and BJP veteran Kalyan Singh died today in Lucknow due to sepsis and multi-organ failure. He was 89.

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Friday 20 August 2021

Raksha Bandhan: 5 Low Sugar Sweets Recipes For Rakhi

This Raksha Bandhan, make desserts that will help you enjoy the festival without worrying about weight gain! Read more for the recipes.

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"There's An Onam Swing Tradition....": Shashi Tharoor's Video Greeting

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor today posted a video of him participating in swing tradition as part of Onam - a 10-day harvest festival celebrated by Keralites to welcome the beginning of Malayalam...

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Watch: Footballer's Gesture For Camerawoman During Game Wins Hearts

Iranian forward Alireza Jahanbakhsh caught the attention of fans with an act of thoughtfulness while playing for his club Feyenoord against Elfsborg.

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UAE To Temporarily Host 5,000 Afghans At US Request

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to host 5,000 Afghan nationals to be evacuated from their country for 10 days on their way to a third country at the request of the United States, the Gulf Arab...

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Video: After Record Rain, Waterlogging, Traffic Jams In Delhi

Record rain in the last 24 hours in Delhi has caused heavy waterlogging and traffic jams in parts of the city, with traffic police providing updates on flooded areas.

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Formula Regional Indian Championship Announced

The Formula Regional Indian Championship is an FIA-sanctioned series, which means the drivers qualify for FIA superlicence points. There will be five rounds with the season set to kickstart next year.

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Heartbreaking Kabul Video Shows US Marine Lifting Baby Over Barbed Wire

A heart-breaking video showing a US Marine lifting a baby over a razor wire-topped wall at Kabul's airport caught global attention Friday, amid the chaos of thousands trying to flee Afghanistan newly...

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Mi TV 5X Confirmed to Launch on August 26 at Smarter Living Event

Mi TV 5X will be unveiled at Xiaomi's Smarter Living 2022 event set for August 26 in India. The TV will feature narrow bezels that have a metal finish. It will feature audio powered by Dolby that...

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World Bank's Kabul-Based Staff Evacuated To Pakistan: Report

The World Bank Group's Kabul-based staff and their immediate families have been safely evacuated to Islamabad, according to an internal staff memo issued on Friday and seen by Reuters.

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Block Revival Of Trump 'Remain In Mexico' Policy: Biden To Supreme Court

Biden administration on Friday asked U.S. Supreme Court to block a judge's ruling that would force the government to resume a contested program that forced tens of thousands of migrants to wait in...

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Taliban Websites Disappear From Internet, Reason Unclear: Report

The official websites of the Taliban, who swept to power in Afghanistan on the back of a lightning offensive last week, appeared to have vanished from the internet late on Friday.

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Attack On US Forces Will Be Met With Swift Response: Biden Warns Taliban

US is going to retain a laser focus on its counterterrorism mission in Afghanistan, President Joe Biden said Friday and warned the Taliban of a forceful response to any attack on American forces or...

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"Respect Elders": Tejashwi Yadav's Latest Shot At Brother Tej Pratap

In the renewed tussle between Bihar politician Lalu Yadav's sons Tejashwi and Tej Pratap, the former has taken on his elder sibling, according to sources, with a punchline not without a tinge of...

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Elon Musk Cancelled Apple News Subscription Because...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been taking a stand against Apple Inc since "Fortnite" maker Epic Games challenged it in a lawsuit.

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US Troops Exited Kabul Airport To Retrieve 169 People: Pentagon

US troops briefly exited Kabul airport at one point during ongoing evacuation operations to retrieve 169 people from inside the city, Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said Friday.

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"Taliban Culture": Six Held In Ujjain For Raising Pro-Pakistan Slogans

On Thursday, the Ujjain police stopped a Muharram procession citing the Covid restrictions. Some participants then allegedly raised slogans like "Pakistan zindabad". Today, based on CCTV footage, some...

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Viral Picture of Motorcycle Being Towed Along With Rider In Pune

A video of a motorcycle being towed along with the rider in Pune went viral on social media, earning the traffic police some brickbats from netizens, though a senior official clarified that the man...

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Mumbai Model Arrested For Allegedly Running Sex Racket, 2 Rescued

A 32-year-old model was arrested from a luxury hotel in suburban Mumbai's Juhu for allegedly operating a sex racket involving television actors and models, Crime Branch officials said.

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2 Killed In Suicide Bombing Targeting Chinese Nationals In Pakistan

At least two children were killed and a Chinese citizen was wounded in a suicide attack in southern Pakistan on Friday, the latest assault targeting Chinese citizens in the country, officials said.

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Kabul Evacuation Among "Most Difficult" In History: Joe Biden

President Joe Biden said Friday he could not guarantee the final outcome of the emergency evacuation from Kabul's airport, calling it one of the most "difficult" airlift operations ever.

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No Security On Ground Or Air: Airline Pilot Recounts Kabul Escape

As thousands of people thronged Kabul airport in a bid to escape the advancing Taliban on August 15, Kam Air pilot Jovica Rajhl and his colleague had to resort to subterfuge to reach their plane and...

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5 Things You Must Know About Zydus Cadila's Covid Vaccine For Children

Zydus Cadila's Covid vaccine ZyCoV-D, meant for adults and children aged 12 years and above, was today approved for "restricted use in emergency situation" by the Central Drugs Standard Control...

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Under-Pressure Joe Biden To Speak To Nation On Afghanistan

President Joe Biden was to speak Friday on the US evacuation from Afghanistan, as he tried to navigate the biggest crisis of his administration and prevent the Kabul debacle from derailing his...

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Thursday 19 August 2021

Rajiv Gandhi's Birth Anniversary: Facts About The Former Prime Minister

Rajiv Gandhi's 77th Birth Anniversary: Rajiv Gandhi liked Western and Hindustani classical music, and was passionate about photography. Read on for more such interesting facts.

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Tesla Model 3 Spied Again In India

As of now, Tesla hasn't announced any intent to launch its Model 3 in India.

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Google Kills Android Auto For Phone Screens In Android 12

Google first rolled out the update in October 2020 in the US, but most users outside the US only got to experience it in April

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"Unflyable" Planes, "Melting Buildings": How US Blew Cash In Afghanistan

The rapid collapse of Afghanistan's government to the Taliban fueled fears of a humanitarian disaster, sparked a political crisis for President Joe Biden and caused scenes of desperation at Kabul's...

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Sydney Extends Covid Lockdown Until September-End

Australian authorities on Friday extended a COVID-19 lockdown in Sydney until the end of September and introduced a night curfew in the city's worst-affected suburbs, after nearly two months of curbs...

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Former New Zealand All-Rounder Chris Cairns Off Life Support

New Zealand cricket legend Chris Cairns has been taken off life support and his condition is improving after a major heart scare, a family spokesman said Friday.

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Suryakumar Yadav, Prithvi Shaw Have Internet In Splits With Baazigar Video

Cricketers Suryakumar Yadav and Prithvi Shaw have left fans in splits with a video that shows them re-enacting a scene from the 1993 movie Baazigar.

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World Leaders Out Of Excuses On Climate Change, Youth Activists Say

The world's children cannot afford more empty promises at this year's UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), youth activists including Greta Thunberg said, after a U.N. report found virtually no child...

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"Feeling Numb": Tahira Announces Debut Feature 'Sharmaji Ki Beti'

The film stars Sakshi Tanwar, Divya Dutta and Saiyami Kher in the lead roles

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Syria Says Air Defence Shot Down Israeli Missiles: Report

Syria's air defence system engaged "hostile targets" over the capital Damascus late Thursday, state news agency SANA reported, with a military source claiming they were Israeli missiles.

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Fundraiser For Afghan Evacuation Raises Over $6 Million

A GoFundMe campaign to raise money for the evacuation of 300 vulnerable Afghans fleeing the Taliban has raised over $6 million, according to figures published Thursday.

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Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Enjoy "Best Vegan Food Ever". See Pics

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma enjoyed the "best vegan food ever" at a restaurant in London.

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Counterfeit Currency Racket Busted In Hyderabad, 5 Arrested: Police

The Hyderabad Police on Thursday busted a counterfeit Indian currency printing and circulating racket and arrested five people in connection with the case.

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More Pics From Khushi And Shanaya's "FamJam" At Antara's Baby Shower

Antara Motiwala Marwah's baby shower was hosted by the Kapoor family yesterday

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Anti-Taliban Forces Massing North Of Kabul, Russia Says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday that armed resistance to the Taliban is forming in Afghanistan's Panjshir Valley, led by deposed vice-president Amrullah Saleh and Ahmad Massoud,...

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A Note From On Screen Dimple Cheema (Kiara) To Captain Vikram Batra

Kiara Advani dedicated a special Instagram post to her film Shershaah

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5-Year-Old Afghan Refugee Boy Dies In UK Hotel Fall

A five-year-old boy who recently arrived in Britain from Afghanistan died after falling out of a hotel window in northern England, British police confirmed on Thursday.

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Team Afghan Footballer Among Men Who Fell To Death From US Plane

An Afghan footballer who played for the national youth team fell to his death after trying to cling to a US plane airlifting people out of Taliban-controlled Kabul, a sports federation said Thursday.

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World Should Support Afghanistan, Not Pressure It: China's Wang Yi

The world should guide and support Afghanistan as it transitions to a new government instead of putting more pressure on it, China's State Councillor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday in a...

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Russia's Putin, Italy's Draghi and France's Macron Discuss Afghanistan

Russian President Vladimir Putin, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed Afghanistan in separate phone calls on Thursday, highlighting the importance of...

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"Ordinary Citizen, Like You": Railway Minister Seeks Feedback On Train

Passengers on an overnight train from Bhubaneswar to Rayagada today were in for a surprise when Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw went from one compartment to the other, seeking their feedback on rail...

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G7 Calls For International "Shared Mission" To Limit Afghanistan Crisis

G7 foreign ministers called on Thursday for the international community to unite in its response to the crisis in Afghanistan to prevent it from escalating further, a statement issued by British...

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Supreme Court Elevates Judge Mamata Banerjee Accused Of Bias

Kaushik Chanda, an Additional Judge of Calcutta High Court whom the Supreme Court Collegium has appointed as a Permanent Judge, was in West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's line of fire over...

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Wednesday 18 August 2021

Biden Says US Troops Could Stay Longer In Kabul To Rescue "All Americans"

President Joe Biden said Wednesday that US troops could stay in Afghanistan beyond their August 31 withdrawal deadline if necessary to evacuate all Americans from the country.

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Taliban Violating Promises On Afghans' Access To Airport, Says US

The United States is pressing the Taliban to let Afghans flee through the US-controlled airport as they have promised, after reports they have violated those assurances, Deputy Secretary of State...

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Had A Conversation, Moved Ahead:Kareena On Discussing Surrogacy With Saif

"It was just something like a conversation that you talk about," Kareena Kapoor told NDTV

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WHO Slams Wealthy Nations' Rush Towards COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

The World Health Organization condemned Wednesday the rush by wealthy countries to provide Covid vaccine booster shots, while millions around the world have yet to receive a single dose.

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Taliban Cannot Access Afghanistan's Reserves: Central Bank Chief

Despite its swift takeover of the government in Afghanistan, the Taliban will not have access to most of the nation's cash and gold stocks, the central bank chief said Wednesday.

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Cooking Tips: 11 Tips And Tricks To Make Everyday Cooking Easy And Hassle-Free

Make your work easy in the kitchen and amp up your cooking skills with these easy tips and tricks!

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Confident China Will Cooperate On Covid Origins Probe: WHO

Just days after Beijing rejected calls for a renewed probe into the origins of Covid-19, the World Health Organization said Wednesday it remained confident China would cooperate in the investigation.

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Taliban Gained "Fair Amount" Of US Defense Equipment: White House

The White House acknowledged Tuesday that the Taliban had amassed a significant amount of US military equipment after seizing control of Afghanistan following two decades of war with American forces.

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Plea To Interrogate Kerala Journalist Siddique Kappan Again Dismissed

A Mathura court has dismissed the UP STF's plea to interrogate alleged PFI activist-cum-Kerala journalist Siddique Kappan, facing terror charges, about some incriminating document found in his Delhi...

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"I Saw Him Before You," Kerala Nurse Tells Rahul Gandhi's Staff In Video

A packet of sweets, a hug and memories rekindled with a meeting were the highlights of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's visit to Wayanad on Tuesday. Rajamma Vavathil, one of the nurses who took care of...

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"No Longer A Figure In Afghanistan": US After Ashraf Ghani Vows To Return

The United States reiterated Wednesday that it did not see Ashraf Ghani as a player in Afghanistan, after the ousted president vowed to return.

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Taliban Face Critical Need For International Aid

The Taliban have promised to improve Afghanistan's economy, but to do that the new regime will need foreign aid -- and there is no guarantee it will get the funds it needs.

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What Anupam Wrote For 'The Godfather' Robert De Niro On His 78th Birthday

"May God give you all the happiness in the world," Anupam Kher wrote for Robert De Niro

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Chief Justice Upset With Reports On Judges' Appointments, Cautions Media

Chief Justice of India NV Ramana said today he was "extremely upset" over media reports on a Supreme Court collegium's recommendations on new judges.

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Ashraf Ghani Says 'In Talks To Return' To Afghanistan After Fleeing

Former Afghan president Ashraf Ghani said on Wednesday he supports talks between the Taliban and top former government officials, and that he was "in talks to return" home after seeking refuge in the...

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Let Sanity Prevail: P Chidambaram On Rs 192-Crore Vice President Enclave

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Wednesday urged M Venkaiah Naidu to reject the idea of a "Rs 192 crore enclave" for the Vice President, saying "let vanity perish and sanity prevail".

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Sena Calls Maharashtra Governor "Political Agent" Of Union Home Ministry

Shiv Sena termed Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari as a "political agent" of the Home Ministry, in the wake of delay in the nomination of 12 persons, recommended by the state, as members of...

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NATO Ministers To Hold Video Talks On Afghanistan

NATO foreign ministers will hold an emergency videoconference on Friday to discuss the unfolding situation in Afghanistan and what steps they can take, the alliance's chief Jens Stoltenberg said.

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Former England Cricketer Trolled For Calling Virat Kohli "Foul Mouthed"

England vs India: Former England cricketer Nick Compton was criticised on Twitter after he called Indian skipper Virat Kohli "the most foul mouthed individual".

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Council May Rule Afghanistan, Taliban To Reach Out To Soldiers, Pilots

Afghanistan may be governed by a ruling council now that the Taliban has taken over, while the Islamist terrorist movement's supreme leader, Haibatullah Akhundzada, would likely remain in overall...

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Woman Taken Off Stage After Uproar Over Speech In Madhya Pradesh: Cops

A video purportedly showing a young woman being removed from the stage after she raised 'Bharat Mata ki jai'' and "Jai Shri Ram" slogans during an Independence Day function in Indore has gone viral on...

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India Very Carefully Following Developments In Afghanistan: S Jaishankar

With the Taliban now in control in Kabul, S Jaishankar on Wednesday said New Delhi is "very carefully" following the developments in Afghanistan and India's focus is on ensuring the security and safe...

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Monsoon Set To Revive In North India From Tomorrow: Weather Forecast

After a gap of nearly two weeks, the Southwest Monsoon is set to revive in north India from August 19, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday.

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Tuesday 17 August 2021

YouTube, WhatsApp Take Action Against Taliban-Affiliated Accounts

YouTube said it has a long held policy of not allowing accounts believed to be operated by the Taliban on its site, as social media companies faced questions about how they would handle the group that...

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Diversifying, Manufacturing and Marketing CPUs: Intel's Strategy Detailed

In this interview, Intel Fellow Dheemanth Nagaraj tells us more about Intel's announcements about its new foundry strategy, advanced CPU fabrication and packaging tech, and refreshed communication...

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Sonam Kapoor Shares Her Photo Album From Sister Rhea's Wedding

Rhea Kapoor and Karan Boolani got married on August 14

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Mahindra XUV700 First Drive Review: Petrol And Diesel Driven

The Mahindra XUV700 marks a new chapter for the automaker and with extremely aggressive prices, it seems like a winner already. Does it drive like one too? Let's find out.

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Shashi Tharoor Defends "Malayali Taliban" Tweet Amid Backlash

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's comments on "Malayali Taliban" in a post sharing a video of the group's celebrations in Afghanistan after the takeover of Kabul became controversial on Tuesday as many...

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'Go Hard And Early Than Light And Long': New Zealand PM On Snap Lockdown

New Zealand's city streets were largely deserted on Wednesday as the country returned to life in lockdown for the first time in six months in a bid to halt any spread of the infectious Delta variant...

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ToneTag on Its Plans to Bring Contactless Experiences at Malls, Banks, and Retail Shops

With startup culture thriving in India and the need for 'going local' becoming increasingly popular, we take a look at all the hottest tech startups grabbing headlines in the country. Gadgets 360...

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2021 Honda Amaze Facelift: Price Expectation In India

The 2021 Honda Amaze facelift is expected to come with several styling upgrades, along with new and updated features. A lot about the car has already been leaked, and here's what we expect with...

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35,178 Fresh COVID-19 Cases In India, Nearly 40% Higher Than Yesterday

Coronavirus: 35,178 fresh COVID-19 cases in India, nearly 40% higher than yesterday

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Rakesh Asthana's Appointment As Delhi Police Chief Challenged In Court

Former CBI official Rakesh Asthana's appointment to the post of Commissioner of Delhi Police and his one-year extension in service has been challenged in the Delhi High Court. The matter will be heard...

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US Steps Up Kabul Evacuation, Says Taliban Pledged "Safe Passage"

The US military has evacuated more than 3,200 people from Afghanistan so far, including 1,100 on Tuesday alone, a White House official said.

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Justice BV Nagarathna To Be First Woman Chief Justice Of India In 2027

Justice BV Nagarathna to be first woman Chief Justice of India in 2027

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Realme GT 5G, GT Master Edition, Realme Book Slim India Launch Today

Realme GT 5G, Realme GT Master Edition, and Realme Book Slim launch in India is taking place today. The launch will be livestreamed through the Realme India YouTube and Facebook accounts.

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Human Remains Found In Landing Gear Of Military Flight From Kabul: US

The U.S. Air Force said on Tuesday that it was investigating the circumstances surrounding human remains that were found in the wheel well of one of its C-17s that flew out of Kabul amid the chaos of...

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Hundreds Throw Pak Woman In Air On Independence Day, Tear Clothes: Report

A woman TikToker in Pakistan has alleged that her clothes were torn and she was thrown into the air by hundreds of people who also assaulted her on the occasion of Independence Day here, media reports...

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Rohit Sharma's Pic With Wife Ritika Sajdeh Has A Heart-Warming Message

Rohit Sharma shared a pic with his wife Ritika Sajdeh on Instagram with a heart-warming message for his followers.

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From Madras High Court, An Order To "Release Caged Parrot CBI"

The Central Bureau of Investigation should be an autonomous body reporting only to parliament, the Madras High Court said on Tuesday.

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"Can Strike Terrorist Groups From A Distance": NATO Warns Taliban

The Taliban must not let Afghanistan become a breeding ground for terrorism again, NATO said on Tuesday, warning that the alliance after its withdrawal still has the military power to strike any...

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"Afghans Expected More From India": Journalist On IAF Flight From Kabul

Afghans, almost all of whom love India and despise Pakistan, expected much more from New Delhi and there is a growing sense of abandonment in Kabul, a journalist who just made it back in time on an...

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Video: In Desperate Bid To Escape, Afghan Men Hang Onto Planes Taking Off

A crowd crouching on the wing of a plane as it taxies down the runway, one of them recording the moment on a cellphone -- a new video has emerged that starkly captures the desperation of Afghans to...

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Naomi Osaka In Tears During Press Conference At Cincinnati Masters

Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka was in tears while addressing a press conference at Cincinnati Masters tournament.

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Tension Along Border With Mizoram Escalates After Firing By Assam Cops

Tension along the Mizoram-Assam border escalated again on Tuesday when personnel of the Assam police allegedly fired on civilians of the neighbouring state injuring one, an official said.

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After 2 Covaxin Doses, Kerala Man Now Wants Covishield. Centre Said ...

The Centre today told the Kerala High Court that those who have been administered both doses of the anti-coronavirus vaccine cannot be re-vaccinated.

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Monday 16 August 2021

How A 27-Year-Old Built A $3 Billion Fortune After An Allergic Reaction

Johnny Boufarhat was fed up. A rare allergic reaction in 2015 left him with a misfiring immune system, making him crave in-person contact as he stayed inside to avoid further health flare-ups.

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India Evacuates Kabul Embassy, Special Flight Bringing Envoy, Staff Home

Amid escalating humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, India has evacuated its embassy staff in Kabul in a special Air Force flight.

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Afghan-Taliban Peace Deal In Doha Crashed After Ashraf Ghani Fled

The weeks leading up to Kabul's collapse saw a flurry of diplomatic activity by US and its allies in Qatar aimed at heading off exactly chaotic scenes in Afghan capital that have so horrified the...

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Malala Yousafzai, Shot By Taliban, Has A Message For World Leaders

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai said she was deeply concerned about the situation in Afghanistan, particularly the safety of women and girls, and called on Monday for world leaders to take...

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"If You Go After One Of Our Guys, All 11 Will Come Right Back": KL Rahul

The Lord's Test match saw plenty of heated moments between India and England

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Sonam, Khushi, Shanaya Lit-Up Rhea Kapoor And Karan Boolani's Reception

Rhea Kapoor got married in a close-knit ceremony over the weekend

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India Announces New E-Visa To Fast-Track Requests Amid Afghanistan Crisis

The government today announced a new category of electronic visa to fast-track applications from Afghans who wish to leave the war-torn country.

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'Not An Enemy' Any More: Why Russia Is Courting The Taliban

While many countries are scrambling to empty their embassies and remove their staff from Afghanistan, Russia is staying put -- it has long prepared for the arrival of the Taliban in Kabul.

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Kabul Airport Reopened For Evacuation Operations: US General

The Kabul airport reopened early Tuesday morning Afghanistan time after being closed for hours by US forces following a breakdown in security on the tarmac that interrupted evacuation operations, a US...

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US Eases Travel Advisory For India, Warns Against Travel To Turkey

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned on Monday against travel to Turkey because of a rising number of COVID-19 cases in that nation but eased its advisory for India.

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Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Fusion Launching in India Today

Motorola Edge 20 and Motorola Edge 20 Fusion will launch in India today, August 17, at 12pm (noon). Motorola Edge 20 is expected to carry the same specifications as the European variant while Motorola...

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Photos: Taliban's Kabul Takeover Caps Afghanistan Blitz

The Taliban took control of Afghanistan after the government collapsed on Sunday. President Ashraf Ghani fled the country and conceded the terrorists had won the 20-year war.

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"Tension On The Field" Motivated India To Lord's Test Win: Virat Kohli

England vs India: Tensions flared between both teams as India wrapped up a dramatic Test win at Lord's to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series against England.

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Joe Biden Vows "Devastating" Response If Taliban Attack US Interests

US President Joe Biden warned the Taliban Monday not to disrupt or threaten the evacuation of thousands of American diplomats and Afghan translators at the Kabul airport.

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Stand Squarely Behind Afghanistan Pull-Out, Says Joe Biden Amid Criticism

President Joe Biden defended the US pullout of Afghanistan Monday, saying he stood by the policy and that it was time to leave after 20 years of conflict.

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"For India From Team India": Players' Emotional Posts After Win At Lord's

England vs India: Team India players took to social media to express their emotions after beating England by 151 runs to win the second Test at Lord's and take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

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Watch: Alligator Sneaks Up On Friends Fishing In Florida Everglades

A fishing group in Florida had a rather unexpected guest barge in on their fun time. This was no ordinary guest. The group of friends were met by a massive alligator

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46 Afghan Aircraft "Forcibly Landed" In Country, Says Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan said Monday that it forced the landing of 46 Afghan aircraft carrying 585 troops that illegally crossed its border on a weekend which saw the Afghan government swept away by the Taliban.

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Five Men Drag Woman, 60, Into Bushes, Rape Her In Madhya Pradesh

Five men, including two under the age of 18, have been arrested for allegedly raping a 60-year-old woman in Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, the police said today.

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Taliban Won't Even Let You Pick Up The Dead, Recall Afghans In Delhi

As the Taliban take over their country and a grave human tragedy unfolds, the Afghans living in Delhi reel under the uncertainty of the future, especially those who have not been able to contact their...

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"Oh My Lords...": Twitter In Overdrive After India's Epic Win vs England

England vs India: Twitter was flooded with congratulatory messages for the Indian team after a thrilling win over England at Lord's on Monday.

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Exclusive: Kabul Satellite Images Show Huge Crowds Desperate To Get Out

The airport at Kabul - the only exit point for Afghans in the landlocked nation desperate to escape another Taliban regime - has been chaotic since Sunday. Five people died yesterday - it is not known...

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India Win Thriller At Lord's To Take 1-0 Series Lead vs England

India beat England by 151 runs to win the second Test at Lord's and take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

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Sunday 15 August 2021

Ola S1 Electric Scooter Variants Explained

The Ola S1 electric scooter is available in two variants, S1 and S1 Pro with differences in performance, features and number of colours.

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The World May Never Reach Herd Immunity Against Covid

As Covid-19 surged last year, governments worldwide touted the hope of "herd immunity," a promised land where the virus stopped spreading exponentially because enough people were protected against it....

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1st Test: West Indies Beat Pakistan To Go 1-0 Up In 2-Match Series

West Indies scrambled a pulsating one-wicket victory over Pakistan on Sunday to take 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series

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Roger Federer To Miss US Open, "Out For Many Months" For Knee Surgery

Roger Federer is set to undergo further knee surgery and will miss the US Open, where he has been champion five times.

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Understanding Crypto: Money - Past, Present, and Future

We're all in the rat race for money, but most of us don't know what money actually is. And until we have a clear explanation for that, we can't define the future of money, or the role that...

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"Thought It Would Be Better To Leave To Avoid Bloodshed": President Ghani

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said that he had fled the country on Sunday to "prevent a flood of bloodshed", as the Taliban entered the capital, capping a lightning offensive across the country.

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Meet Pawandeep Rajan, The Winner Of 'Indian Idol 12'

Pawandeep Rajan won a trophy, a car and a prize money of Rs 25 lakh

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Taliban In Control Of Afghanistan, Fear And Panic In Kabul

The Taliban were in control of Afghanistan on Monday after President Ashraf Ghani fled the country and conceded the terror group had won the 20-year war.

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What Saif Said To Me When We Discussed Having Kids - by Kareena Kapoor

Exclusive excerpt from 'Kareena Kapoor Khan's Pregnancy Bible'

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Taliban Spokesman Says "War Is Over In Afghanistan": Report

The spokesman for the Taliban's political office on Sunday declared the war was over in Afghanistan and called for peaceful relations with the international community.

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US, Allies Urge Taliban To Let Afghans Leave

The United States on Sunday led more than 65 nations in urging the Taliban to let Afghans leave the country, warning of accountability for any abuses.

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Death Count In Massive Haiti Earthquake Jumps To Over 1,200

The death count in Haiti's powerful earthquake jumped to over 1,200 on Sunday, as crews desperately dug through collapsed buildings for survivors in the Caribbean nation still reeling from its...

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Donald Trump Calls For Joe Biden To Resign Over Afghanistan Mess

Former US president Donald Trump called for his successor Joe Biden to resign on Sunday over the swift takeover of Afghanistan by Taliban militants, as US troops withdrew from the country after nearly...

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"Where Will We Go? This Is Our Motherland": Afghans To Returning Indians

A total of 129 passengers who were onboard the Kabul-Delhi Air India flight arrived on Sunday evening. The flight took off from Kabul around the same time that the Taliban terrorists entered...

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"Several Hundred" US Embassy Employees Evacuated From Afghanistan

Several hundred employees of the US embassy in Kabul have been evacuated from Afghanistan, a US defense official said Sunday, as the Taliban entered the capital.

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IPL 2021: All Eyes On Rashid Khan, Mohammed Nabi's Participation

IPL 2021: Rashid Khan is currently in the UK alongwith Mohammed Nabi. It has not still not been confirmed if the duo will travel to the UAE with Taliban set to take over in Afghanistan.

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Taliban Should Not Be Recognised As Afghan Government, Says Britain

Nobody should bilaterally recognise the Taliban as the government of Afghanistan, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said today, adding it was clear that there would be a new administration in the...

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2nd Test: England Finish Day 4 On Top Despite Rahane-Pujara Rescue Act

England vs India: Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara's 100-run stand kept India alive in the game, but three late wickets mean England will be looking to go for the win on the final day.

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India Trying To Evacuate Hundreds Amid Taliban's Afghan Blitz: Report

India is gearing up to evacuate hundreds of its officials and citizens from Kabul after Afghan President Ashraf Ghani left Afghanistan, setting the stage for the Taliban to recapture power in the...

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Violence After Provocative Slogans At Indore Independence Day Event

Members of a right-wing organisation, after hoisting the Tricolour to mark the 75th Independence Day, raised provocative slogans. This led to a clash among occupants of the Indore residential...

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Jessica Lall's Sister Sabrina Lall Dies Following Prolonged Illness

Jessica Lall's sister Sabrina Lall dies after prolonged illness

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US Says Kabul Airport Under Fire As Taliban Seize Afghan Capital

Afghanistan's Taliban terrorists entered Kabul on Sunday, President Ashraf Ghani left the country and the US Embassy said the capital's airport, where diplomats, officials and other Afghans had fled,...

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Taliban In Control, European Powers Scramble To Evacuate From Afghanistan

European powers present in Afghanistan moved today to evacuate their nationals and local staff as the Taliban were poised to take power.

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Saturday 14 August 2021

IRFC Net Profit Rises 68% To Rs 1,501.9 Crore In June Quarter

IRFC Q1 Results: The company's revenue from operations in the June quarter stood at Rs4581.61 crore, compared to Rs3669.22 crore in the corresponding period last year

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"Yesterday's Startups Are Today's Unicorns": PM After String Of IPOs

Yesterday's start-ups are today's unicorns, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his address to the nation on the 75th Independence Day, marking the beginning of the year-long celebrations 'Azadi ka...

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In Photos: India Celebrates 75th Independence Day

As the country celebrates 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' marking the 75th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hoisted the national flag and delivered the customary address to the nation...

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Taliban Capture Jalalabad, Inch Towards Kabul To Complete Afghan Takeover

The Taliban took control of the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad early Sunday, effectively leaving the capital Kabul as the last major urban area under government control.

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2 Dead In Fire At Hotel In Delhi's Dwarka

Two people have died after a fire broke out this morning in a hotel in southwest Delhi's Dwarka.

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PM Announces 75 Vande Bharat Trains On 75th Year Of Independence

Seventy five Vande Bharat trains, like the Udan Scheme for flights, will help connect India's far-flung areas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced today as India celebrates its 75th Independence...

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How to Delete Your Telegram Account

Telegram is one of the popular instant messaging services that focuses on speed and security. It is available as a free app on both Android and iOS and can be run on multiple devices at the same time...

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PM's Top 10 Quotes In Address On 75th Independence Day

India has to march ahead with new pledges for the next 25 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday while addressing the nation on India's 75th Independence Day.

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PM's Tribute To Nehru, Ovation For Olympians in Independence Day Address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurled the flag at Delhi's iconic Red Fort and is addressing the nation on the 75th Independence Day, which is being marked as the "Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav" with...

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"We're More Than One Team...": Twitter India Head's Farewell Post

Twitter India chief Manish Maheshwari, who has been given a new US-based role, posted several photos with his colleagues at the social media giant's office in a farewell thread.

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PM Modi's Address To Nation On 75th Independence Day: Highlights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation from the majestic Red Fort in New Delhi on the eve of India's 75th Independence Day.

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"Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav": PM Greets Nation On 75th Independence Day

Greeting the nation on its 75th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed the hope that it will infuse new energy and new consciousness among the citizens.

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Independence Day 2021: How to Watch Prime Minister Modi's Speech Live

Independence Day 2021 is being celebrated today. In this article, we are providing details on how you can watch the Prime Minister's address to the nation live on your TV, mobile phone, or PC.

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PM To Host Olympic Contingent At Red Fort On 75th Independence Day Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will raise the national flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Sunday and host India's Olympic heroes at the ceremony as the country marks its 75th Independence Day...

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UP Bans Processions On Muharram In View Of Pandemic, Security Concerns

The Uttar Pradesh government has asked district authorities to not allow any religious processions to be taken out on the occasion of Muharram in view of the COVID-19 pandemic and security concerns.

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Joe Biden Increases US Deployment To Afghanistan, Warns Taliban

President Joe Biden on Saturday doubled down on his decision to withdraw US forces from Afghanistan despite the Taliban's rapid advances, but pledged to send more troops to evacuate civilians and...

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LoC Situation In J&K Under Control Due To Army's Valour: Rajnath Singh

The situation along Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir remained under control in the last one year due to the vigilance and indomitable valour of Indian Armed Forces, said Defence Minister...

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2nd Test: Root's Unbeaten 180 Edges England Ahead Against India On Day 3

England vs India: Joe Root's stunning unbeaten 180 saw England take a 27-run first-innings lead against India.

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Jammu and Kashmir Lit Up In Shades Of Tricolour For Independence Day

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been lit up in the shades of the Tricolour on the eve of Independence Day.

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Taliban Capture Major City In Northern Afghanistan, Draw Closer To Kabul

Taliban forces captured a major city in northern Afghanistan on Saturday, sending Afghan forces fleeing, and drew closer to Kabul, where Western countries scrambled to evacuate their citizens from the...

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75th Independence Day: Top 10 Songs For Independence Day 2021

India will celebrate its 75th Independence Day tomorrow, with people across the nation coming together to remember and honour the sacrifices made by freedom fighters.

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Google Begins Global Roll Out of Native Call Recording for Pixel Users

Google Phone app is bringing native call recording function to Pixel phones users globally. The tech giant had earlier introduced the call recording feature to its Phone app only for users in the US.

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At Least 29 Dead In Haiti Earthquake, Emergency Declared

A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Haiti early Saturday, killing at least 29 people and toppling buildings in the disaster-plagued Caribbean nation still recovering from a devastating 2010...

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Friday 13 August 2021

Taliban Imposing "Horrifying" Curbs On Afghan Women's Rights: UN Chief

"Horrifying" reports have emerged that the Taliban have severely restricted the rights of Afghan women and girls in areas they have seized, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said...

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Realme Book Slim to Have Thunderbolt 4, May Get Intel Core i3 Model

Realme Book Slim is slated to launch in India on August 18 and the company has shared details about its physical connectivity options. While the ports were already revealed through past images, the...

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Harley-Davidson Sportster S Announced For India

Harley-Davidson India, under its new business model with Hero MotoCorp, has announced the new Harley-Davidson Sportster S for the India market.

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US Senators, Sunita Williams Greet Indians On 75th Independence Day

Top American Senators, including Republican John Cornyn and Democrat Mark Warner, along with astronaut Sunita Williams on Friday greeted people of India and the Indian-Americans on the occasion of...

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2 Dead, One Severely Injured At Construction Site In US Embassy In Delhi

Two persons died and one severely injured at a construction site inside the US Embassy on Friday, the police said.

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UK Sikh Engineer's Low-Cost Washing Machines To Head To India

A London-born Indian-origin engineer's project to supply low-cost washing machines to countries such as India, where handwashing of clothes remains a time-consuming exercise, has got off to a good...

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Bond Losses Set To Rise As Dissent Breaks Out At RBI: Report

The bond yields in India will rise by year-end as disagreement among central bank's rate-setting panel members indicates they are moving toward a more hawkish stance, a Bloomberg survey has found

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Canada To Accept 20,000 Vulnerable Afghans Including Human Rights Workers

Canada plans to resettle more than 20,000 vulnerable Afghans including women leaders, human rights workers and reporters to protect them from Taliban reprisals, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino...

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"No Crown For Best Mother": Kareena Kapoor On Mom Guilt And More

"Every mother is the best mother in the world. The fact that you've given birth to another human being," Kareena Kapoor said

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Kabul Not Facing "Imminent Threat" From Taliban: Pentagon

Kabul does not face an "imminent threat" from the Taliban but the insurgents are seeking to isolate the capital amid rapid gains elsewhere in Afghanistan, the US Defense Department said Friday.

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Watch: Tendulkar Plays Golf Left-Handed. Any Guesses Who Helped Him Out?

Sachin Tendulkar took to Instagram to post a video of him trying to play golf left-handed with a former India teammate.

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Pokémon Go Creator Says The Metaverse Is A Nightmare

Niantic's CEO and founder John Hanke called the metaverse a nightmare concept born out of science fiction dystopias, rather than a technological ideal. He said that Niantic is committed to...

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Mohammed Siraj Inspires Wasim Jaffer's Epic New Definition For 'DRS'

Ex-India cricketer Wasim Jaffer gave a hilarious new definition to the term 'DRS' involving pacer Mohammed Siraj.

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