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India ask convenes Sri Lanka to follow on in the Colombo Test match
In Men's Cricket, hosts Sri Lanka were 163 for two against India in their second innings of the Colombo Test, when reports last came in.
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India declare first innings at 503/9 against Sri Lanka in men's Cricket
In Men's Cricket, Centuries by Dhruv Jurel and Devdutt Padikkal powered India to a hefty 503 for nine declared in their first innings against hosts Sri Lanka on a rain-disrupted
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India and China to examine boundary issues during NSA Ajit Doval's visit to Beijing
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval arrived in Beijing today on a two-day visit to China.
Crime
West Bengal government unveils 20% reservation for Agniveers in Forest, Police, Fire
The West Bengal government has announced that 20 per cent reservation would be provided for Agniveers in recruitment to the Fire and Emergency Services, Forest Department
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal states India negotiating trade pacts with countries accounting for 15 trillion dollars GDP
India is in negotiations with at least 8-9 more groups of countries and individual nations that together account for another USD 15 trillion of GDP, Union Commerce and Industry
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BRICS Sherpa Sudhakar Dalela states India's BRICS Chairship guided by 'Humanity First'
BRICS Sherpa and Secretary, Economic Relations, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, Sudhakar Dalela, said that India's BRICS Chairship is guided by a
Sports
Mandaviya Announces Khelo India Samvaad Nationwide Youth Dialogue
Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announces nationwide programme to mark National Sports Day, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi participating.
Crime
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's party lodges contempt petition against govt for defying top court order
In Pakistan, the party of former Prime Minister Imran Khan has filed a contempt petition against the government after authorities sent him to a state-run hospital instead of the
Health
ICMR clarifies no new H1N1 strain identified, states no cause for panic
Indian Council of Medical Research, ICMR has clarified that no new strain of H1N1 has been identified and there is no cause for panic.
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FIH Hockey World Cup: Indian women's team to face Australia today
In the FIH Hockey World Cup, the Indian women's team will take on Australia tonight.
Education
NTA issues show-cause notice to Eduquity on AIAPGET exam lapses
National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a show-cause notice to M/s Eduquity Career Technologies Private Limited for lapses in the conduct of the All India AYUSH Post Graduate
Technology
Yogi Adityanath Announces UP-Japan Partnership Focus on Jobs and Technology
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the UP-Japan Partnership's success will be measured by millions of jobs, new technologies, and shared prosperity for
Business
RBI states forex inflows under swap facility reach $72.85 billion
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today said its special US dollar-Indian rupee (USD-INR) forex swap facility has received forex inflows of 72.85 billion US dollars till August
International
India, Brazil Sign MoU on ICT Cooperation
India and Brazil agree to deepen cooperation in telecommunications and ICTs, advancing digital innovation.
Crime
Supreme Court eases legal practice requirement for judicial exams
Top court reduces three-year legal experience to one year for new law graduates seeking entry-level judicial positions.
Defence
HM Amit Shah praises West Bengal govt. for handing over 1,129 acres for India-Bangladesh border fencing
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has lauded West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari for handing over 1,129 acres of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) and Sashastra Seema
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Monsoon Session of Himachal Pradesh Assembly starts
The monsoon session of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly began today amid a major uproar.
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Amarnath Yatra to remain suspended on next few days
In Jammu and Kashmir, the annual Amarnath Yatra will remain suspended on both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes from today due to recent rains, repair work of pilgrimage tracks and
India
Jammu-Srinagar highway closes for slope stabilisation near Udhampur
In Jammu and Kashmir the administration has ordered a complete suspension of traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44) today to facilitate slope stabilisation and
India
IMD issues red warning as extreme rainfall disrupts Gujarat
Heavy-rain forecasts cover several regions through Sunday, while flooding, road closures and evacuations intensify across southern and central Gujarat.
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Flash floods hit Rajouri after overnight rain
In Jammu and Kashmir the Rajouri town was hit by flash floods following incessant overnight rainfall, forcing hundreds of residents to move to safer locations as floodwaters
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Politics
Union Cabinet Approves Rs 13,041 Crore Rail & Road Projects
Cabinet approves four railway multitracking projects and highway upgradation in Bihar, totaling Rs 13,041 crore.
Politics
Rajasthan Cabinet clears draft UCC while protecting tribal customs
The proposed state law covers marriage, divorce, inheritance, maintenance and live-in relationships, while keeping tribal rituals and customs outside its scope.
Politics
Parliament closes Monsoon Session after passing 12 Bills
The 19-sitting session completed its central legislative work but lost substantial time to repeated disruptions in both Houses.
Politics
Rahul Gandhi Accuses Modi of Watching from Sidelines as Pakistan Mediated Iran War
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Narendra Modi for Pakistan's role in Iran-US conflict mediation efforts.
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Mon Police bust inter-state drug trafficking network, seize 800 grams heroin in nagaland
In Nagaland, Mon Police has busted an inter-state drug trafficking network and seized approximately 800 grams of heroin, locally known as 'Shan Flower,' in one of its major
Crime
Nadia Court Issues Arrest Warrant for TMC MP Mahua Moitra
West Bengal court orders arrest after Trinamool Congress MP failed to appear in hate speech case.
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Kolkata Police Forms SIT to Investigate Hotel Fire Deaths
Seven-member team investigates nine fatalities in Mirza Ghalib Street hotel blaze.
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Haryana: Police bust child trafficking network spanning on 10 states
Haryana Police has unearthed an inter-state child trafficking network of Punjab based family members and their associates by arresting its kingpin Pargat Singh from Muktsar (in
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UAE Suspends Trade with Iran Over Missile Threat
UAE halts all commercial and financial ties with Iran amid missile alerts and security concerns.
Business
Regional Rural Banks record strong growth in credit delivery in 2025-26, states Ministry of Finance
Ministry of Finance has said that Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) have recorded strong growth in credit delivery during the financial year 2025-26.
Business
RBI unveils overnight VRRR auction upto Rs 1.5 lakh cr for tomorrow
According to a release issued today the auction will be conducted between 9.30 am and 10 am, with the funds scheduled for reversal on August 19.
Business
SEBI Chairman states Closing Auction Session to be continued as industry participants welcomed the move
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has reiterated that the new Closing Auction Session (CAS), introduced from August 3 will be continued.
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FIFA fines and bans Argentina for World Cup misconduct, imposes capacity limits
FIFA imposes sanctions on Argentina for World Cup final loss to Spain, including suspensions and fines.
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Mansukh Mandaviya seeks accelerated talent identification to build India's 2036 Olympic athlete pool
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has called for an accelerated and comprehensive talent identification roadmap to build India's athlete pool for
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India's Lakshya Sen to face Austria's Collins Filimon in Men's Singles first round in bWF Badminton World Championship
In the BWF Badminton World Championships, ace shuttler India's Lakshya Sen will face Austria's Collins Filimon in the men's singles first round at the Indira Gandhi Indoor
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Praggnanandhaa beats Van Foreest to share second place at Sinquefield Cup
The Indian grandmaster recovered from a third-round loss and moved to two-and-a-half points after four games in the nine-round event.
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Netflix to Stream One South Indian Film Weekly, says vice president Monika Shergill
Netflix to Feature One Film Weekly from Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam Languages, Vice President Monika Shergill Says.
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Nagaland districts mark Independence Day build-up with Tiranga rallies
Public officials, students, uniformed personnel, motorcyclists and taxi members joined district programmes centred on the national flag and civic participation.
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Kerala schedules three military band concerts for Independence Day
Naval and Air Force ensembles were assigned public performances in Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kannur as part of the state celebrations.
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Ladakh convenes first-ever Black-Necked Crane Festival to highlight conservation of endangered species
Ladakh is celebrating the first-ever Black-necked Crane festival to highlight the importance of its conservation and the role of Ladakh Union Territory in conserving the habitat
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DoT asks Telecom Operators to Deny New SIMs Beyond Nine-Connection Limit
The Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to deny new mobile connections to subscribers who already have nine SIM cards registered in their name.
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Chandigarh begins digital-rupee food subsidy transfers under PMGKAY
The Union Territory became the first to roll out central-bank digital currency for food-subsidy transfers, with a parallel launch for Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
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NITI Aayog maps four industries for India's manufacturing expansion
The new report examines chemicals, textiles, telecom equipment and solar manufacturing through market potential, technology readiness and global competitiveness.
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Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has called for a major transformation in the handloom sector
Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has called for a major transformation in the handloom sector, stressing innovation, market-driven designs and sustainable production to revive
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NewsLive24's view is that West Bengal Chief Minister Adhikari Commended for Land Donation to Border Security Forces should be judged by its effect on citizens
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praises West Bengal for providing 1,129 acres for India-Bangladesh border fencing.
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NewsLive24's view is that Iran to Maintain Strait of Hormuz Closure Until All US Conditions Are Satisfied should be judged by its effect on citizens
Iran reaffirms its commitment to the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding with the US, stating the strait will remain closed until all conditions are fully met.
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Mirza Fakhrul appointed as BNP's presidential candidate for Bangladesh
The ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) today nominated its secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as its candidate for the country's presidency.
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Municipal Bond Disclosure Needs Realistic Deadlines and Firm Accountability
SEBI's revised reporting timetable recognises administrative constraints, but investors still need timely and comparable financial information.
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UIDAI completes over 2 crore biometric updates for school children
UIDAI has updated biometrics for over one lakh five thousand schools, enabling children to complete their Aadhaar biometric.
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Delhi Government plans phased expansion of medical education capacity across national capital
The Delhi Government is set to augment medical education capacity across the National Capital through a phased expansion of undergraduate, postgraduate, and super-speciality
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NTA unveils Re-Test for Three UGC-NET June 2026 Papers
The National Testing Agency NTA today announced re-test for three papers of the UGC-NET examination, English, Commerce and Sociology following complaints about several errors in
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Jharkhand exam aspirants plan Tiranga march as Ranchi protest enters day 21
Officials met JPSC and JSSC candidates at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium before a planned Independence Day procession through central Ranchi.
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UP Chief Minister Announces Increased DA for PRD Personnel
Uttar Pradesh government increases daily duty allowance for Provincial Armed Guards from 500 to 600 rupees.
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Punjab Health Minister states govt providing professional & free mental health treatment under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana
In Punjab, a number of young people are facing mental health issues, especially in the age group of 18 to 30.
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Senior citizens council reviews welfare delivery as SNEHA e-book launches
The national council examined ageing schemes and health-insurance implementation while the Social Justice Ministry documented recent programmes in a new digital publication.
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Tripura sets two-year deadline for new Agartala eye hospital
The planned government facility will add advanced eye-care capacity as the state upgrades hospitals and digitises patient records.
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Defence Secretary completes two-day Armenia visit to strengthen defence cooperation
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has concluded his two day visit to Armenia.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to hold talks Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi in New Delhi tomorrow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will hold a bilateral meeting with the Defence Minister of Japan, Shinjiro Koizumi, in New Delhi tomorrow.
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Defence Ministry unveils sixth Positive Indigenisation List comprising 405 strategically important items
The Defence Ministry has notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List (PIL), comprising 405 strategically important items with an estimated business potential of 3 thousand
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Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth starts Three-Day Visit to Nepal
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth embarked on an official visit to Nepal today.
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BRICS Tourism Ministers' meeting starts in Jaipur
The BRICS Tourism Ministers' Meeting is being held in Jaipur from today. The meeting, being hosted under India's chairship, is being attended by Tourism Ministers and senior
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Qatar Post launches UPI-powered remittance service for Indian diaspora
Qatar Post now enables Indian community in Qatar to send funds to India through postal outlets, offering secure and convenient cross-border remittances.
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Iran states Strait of Hormuz stays closed till all its conditions fully met
Iran today said that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to maritime traffic until all Iranian conditions under the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with
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Iran states, agreement with Oman finalised for transit of ships through Strait of Hormuz
Fully reopening the waterway to commercial shipping has been a key demand of the United States, but it remains unclear whether the deal will meet Washington's criteria.
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India, Brazil Seal Pact on ICT Collaboration
Both nations commit to enhancing telecommunications and ICT sectors, propelling digital innovation.
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Oman and Iran Finalize Plan for Strait of Hormuz Ship Transit Management
Both countries are now collaborating to implement the agreed-upon plan for safer maritime navigation in the strategic waterway.
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Legislative Work Concluded as Session Ends Amidst House Disruptions
The 19-sitting session completed its central legislative work but was marred by repeated disruptions in both Houses.
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Monthly Geopolitics Brief: India Builds Capacity Through Focused Partnerships
BRICS finance talks and a specialised India-US naval exercise show two different ways New Delhi is pursuing strategic capacity.
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Apollo Moon Landing Hoax: What Verified Sources Show
An evidence-led review of the moon-landing hoax theory and the evidence left by apollo missions, using attributable records instead of treating suspicion as proof.
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Reptilian Elite Theory: What Verified Sources Show
An evidence-led review of the reptilian elite theory and why visual glitches are not biological evidence, using attributable records instead of treating suspicion as proof.
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City Of London Vatican Control Claim: What Verified Sources Show
An evidence-led review of the claim that the city of london controls the world through the holy see and is a vatican subsidiary, using attributable records instead of treating
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Secret Space Programme Claims Lack Independently Testable Evidence
Classified aerospace work is real, but secrecy alone cannot establish stories about hidden fleets, bases or non-human treaties.
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India's BRICS chairship guided by people-centric and humanity-first approach, states MEA Secretary
Secretary (Economic Relations) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Sudhakar Dalela, today said that during its BRICS chairship, India has placed people at the centre of