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Jaishankar encourages Russian companies to engage 'more intensively' with India amid tariff tensions with USA
Noting that India-Russia partnership is simultaneously experiencing consolidation as well as exploring new domains and opportunities, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has urged Russian companies to engage \"more intensively\" with their Indian counterparts.
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August 22, 2025
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Israel approves West Bank-splitting settlement
Israel gave final approval Wednesday for a controversial settlement project in the occupied West Bank that would effectively cut the territory in two, and that Palestinians and rights groups say could destroy hopes for a future Palestinian state.
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August 22, 2025
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The critical link: Obesity and diabetes
In today's fast-paced world, the silent epidemic of obesity is sweeping across India, closely intertwined with the alarming rise of diabetes.
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August 22, 2025
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CCPA fines Rapido ₹10 lakh for false ads
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 10 lakh on Rapido (Roppen Transportation Services Pvt. Ltd.) for publishing misleading advertisements and engaging in unfair trade practices.
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August 22, 2025
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Nifty falls below 25,100 on profit booking
The stock market continued gaining momentum for the sixth consecutive day.
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August 22, 2025
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32 Maharashtra players, and 2 titles highlight PKL-12 dominance
Maharashtra has long been known as a hotbed for Kabaddi and will have the second-most representation in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).
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August 22, 2025
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Curtains on Monsoon Session of Parliament as both Houses adjourned sine die
The Monsoon session of Parliament came to a close on Thursday, with both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha being adjourned sine die.
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August 22, 2025
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Punjab Police integrates NHAI, cybercrime helplines with Dial 112 for unified emergency response
In a landmark move to make emergency services more accessible and efficient, as envisioned by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Police have integrated the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Helpline 1033 and the Cybercrime Helpline 1930 with Dial 112—Punjab's Unified Emergency Response System.
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August 22, 2025
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PM Modi, Macron Discuss Steps to End Ukraine Conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday discussed the Ukraine conflict with French President Emmanuel Macron during a phone call.
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August 22, 2025
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INS Tamal makes port call at Souda Bay in Greece during return voyage to India
INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate, arrived at Souda Bay, Greece, during her return passage to India post commissioning in Russia.
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August 22, 2025
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Trevor Manuel Appointed Chair of 2027 ICC WC Organising Committee
Former South African cabinet minister Trevor Manuel was on Thursday appointed chair of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) board for the 2027 ICC World Cup.
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August 22, 2025
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Asia Cup on, but no bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan: Sports Ministry
The Union Sports Ministry on Thursday ended speculation over India's sporting engagements with Pakistan, announcing a new policy that bars all bilateral competitions between the two nations, while allowing participation in multilateral events such as next month's cricket Asia Cup.
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August 22, 2025
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China & Pakistan to Launch New Economic Corridor Projects
Pakistan and China pledged to expand economic cooperation and investment under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a flagship program of China's Belt and Road Initiative, officials said.
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August 22, 2025
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Salima to lead Indian women's hockey team at Asia Cup
Seasoned midfielder Salima Tete (photo) will continue to lead the Indian women's hockey team as it gears up for the Asia Cup in Hangzhou, China, from 5 to 14 September.
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August 22, 2025
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Texas House approves redrawn maps sought by Trump ahead of 2026 polls
The Texas House on Wednesday approved redrawn congressional maps that would give Republicans a bigger edge in 2026, muscling through a partisan gerrymander that launched weeks of protests by Democrats and a widening national battle over redistricting.
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August 22, 2025
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GoM accepts two-slab GST structure proposal
A key meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on GST rate rationalisation on Thursday ended with state finance minister accepting the Centre's plan to reduce the number of tax slabs.
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August 22, 2025
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Ahead of polls, CM Nitish Kumar faces minority ire at Madrasa event
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar faced severe protest from Madrasa teachers at the centenary celebration of Bihar State Madrasa Education Board in Patna on Thursday as the educators accused the government of long-standing neglect and unfulfilled promises.
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August 22, 2025
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Occasional Note
We have received the report of the Naihati Municipality for 1924-25.
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August 22, 2025
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Opposition Candidate BS Reddy Files Nomination for VP Post
Former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy, the INDIA bloc's nominee for the Vice President of India, filed his nomination papers Thursday.
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August 22, 2025
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Delhi govt to launch AYUSH stress management OPDs for mental & physical well-being: Dr Singh
Amid rising burden of stress-related illnesses affecting the mental and physical well-being of people, the Delhi government on Thursday announced the launch of dedicated AYUSH Stress Management Outpatient Departments (OPDs) across the national capital.
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August 22, 2025
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DSP among 8 cops arrested by CBI for brutally torturing constable in Kashmir
On the orders of the Supreme Court, a deputy superintendent of J&K Police is among eight cops arrested by the CBI for inflicting \"brutal and inhuman custodial torture\" on a fellow police constable two years ago, officials said.
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August 22, 2025
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Shikarawalla Mohsin sets Khelo India Water Sports Festival alive with dream gold
From rowing a Shikara across the shimmering waters of Dal Lake to standing tall as a national champion, 17-year-old Mohsin Ali Kand has scripted a fairytale rise that has electrified Jammu and Kashmir.
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August 22, 2025
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INS Tamal makes port call at Souda Bay, Greece, during return voyage to India
INS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate, arrived at Souda Bay, Greece, during her return passage to India post commissioning in Russia.
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August 22, 2025
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets India's first ISS astronaut, Grp Capt Shubhanshu Shukla
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut onboard the International Space Station (ISS), 21 August.
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August 22, 2025
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Judges & ECI Are Threatened by the Opposition Today: UPCM
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday slammed the Opposition for allegedly intimidating judges for giving fair verdicts and leveling allegations against Constitutional institutions like Election Commission of India (ECI).
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August 22, 2025
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China biggest purchaser of Russian oil: EAM on US tariffs
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday asserted that China and the European Union were the biggest purchasers of Russian oil and LNG, not India, and that the logic of the United States singling out the country for secondary tariffs is perplexing.
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August 22, 2025
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Retired Army Man Attempts Suicide at Yogi's Janata Darshan
A retired army personnel, who was attending Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Janata Darshan, consumed a poisonous substance in the state capital on Thursday.
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August 22, 2025
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India will seek to shape the global AI order
When India hosts the AI Impact Summit in February 2026, it will not just be another global meeting on artificial intelligence.
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August 22, 2025
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Ajay Singh Re-elected BFI Chief for Third Straight Term
Incumbent Ajay Singh was on Thursday re-elected president of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) for a third straight term, securing a comprehensive 40-26 victory over former Olympian boxer Jaslal Pradhan of Sikkim in the long-delayed elections.
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August 22, 2025
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Assam Sets One-Month Deadline for Aadhaar Enrollment Above 18 Years
The Assam government has announced sweeping new restrictions on first-time Aadhaar card applications for individuals above 18 years, a move Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says is aimed at closing avenues for illegal immigrants to secure Indian identity documents.
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