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Bharat: Rising in Splendid Isolation
Bharat, essentially a 'Sanatani' civilizational nation state has to fashion its own destiny. It will rise, appearing to stand alone, but not necessarily feeling lonely, writes Atanu Pattanaik
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July 16, 2025
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Kanad’s ‘Parmanu’ to ISRO missions, new NCERT textbook maps India’s scientific legacy
FROM ancient philosopher Acharya Kanad's concept of atoms ('parmanu') to Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) missions, the new Class 8 Science textbook called 'Curiosity' by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has mapped legacy of bridging traditional Indian knowledge with contemporary science.
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July 16, 2025
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Delhi govt drone mapping small drains to tackle waste flow into Yamuna, says Water minister
THE Delhi government has begun a drone survey of smaller drains that discharge untreated waste into larger drainage systems as part of its efforts to clean the Yamuna, Water Minister Parvesh Verma said on Tuesday.
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July 16, 2025
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Our fight against DVC, Centre to control monsoon water release not yielding results: CM Mamata
LASHING out at the Damodar Valley Corporation yet again for releasing large volumes of water from its reservoirs and flooding significant pockets of West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said the power utility has released 27,000 lakh cubic metres of water into the state's rivers since June 18.
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July 16, 2025
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Two killed in wall collapse in Sundargarh
TWO persons, including a woman, were killed in separate incidents of wall collapse due to heavy rain in Sundargarh district on Tuesday, police said.
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July 16, 2025
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SRCC top choice, B.Com (Hons) most-preferred course as DU gets over 1.6 Cr UG course-college picks
THE Sri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) has emerged as the most preferred college and B.Com (Honours) the most soughtafter course in Delhi University's (DU) undergraduate admission process for 2025-26, with candidates submitting more than 1.68 crore (1,68,36,462) programme-college preferences for the 1,549 available combinations.
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July 16, 2025
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Political parties relying on caste considerations dangerous for nation: SC
POLITICAL parties relying on caste considerations are equally dangerous for the country, the Supreme Court observed on Tuesday as it refused to entertain a plea seeking cancellation of the registration of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) as a political party.
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July 16, 2025
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Australian Prime Minister complains to Xi about Chinese live-fire exercises
AUSTRALIAN Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he complained to China's President Xi Jinping during a meeting on Tuesday about a Chinese naval live-fire exercise off the Australian coast that forced commercial aircraft to change course.
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July 16, 2025
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Pak Foreign Minister meets Xi; reaffirms commitment to boost bilateral ties
PAKISTAN'S Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday reaffirmed Islamabad's commitment to deepening its \"enduring friendship\" with China and advancing shared regional goals during a joint meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
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July 16, 2025
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Kanwar Yatra: Traffic to be restricted in Delhi's Kalindi Kunj, Noida till July 23
THE Delhi Traffic Police on Tuesday said traffic will be restricted in Kalindi Kunj and adjoining areas till July 23 to ensure smooth movement of kanwariyas and public safety.
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July 16, 2025
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Confident India eye ODI domination after historic T20 triumph against England
RIDING high on confidence after scripting a historic T20I series win over England, the Indian women's team will aim to carry the momentum into the three-match ODI series, beginning here on Wednesday.
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July 16, 2025
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UP making continuous efforts to match young talent with jobs, says CM
UTTAR Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said his government is making continuous efforts to match young talent with suitable employment opportunities.
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July 16, 2025
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SCO should improve mechanisms to respond to security threats: Chinese Prez Xi Jinping
CHINESE President Xi Jinping on Tuesday told the foreign ministers of the SCO member states that the grouping should improve mechanisms to respond to security threats and challenges, and build a solid security barrier.
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July 16, 2025
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CM Majhi: Adikabi Sarala Das laid the foundation of Odia literature
“ADIKABI Sarala Das laid the foundation of Odia language and literature,” asserted Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, addressing the grand celebration of the 600th birth anniversary of the legendary poet.
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July 16, 2025
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UK Treasury chief says she'll slash financial services red tape to boost investment
UK Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said Tuesday that she'll cut red tape for banks and finance firms so that “informed risk-taking” can help kickstart Britain's sluggish economy.
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July 16, 2025
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Jokes on disabled violate right to dignity, says SC ahead of laying norms to rein in stand-ups
INSENSITIVE jokes mocking disabled people violate their right to dignity, the Supreme Court said on Tuesday, indicating its intention to lay down guidelines on freedom of speech and expression for stand-ups.
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July 16, 2025
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Sintex launches 'SMART' tank in Odisha to ensure safe water storage
SINTEX, a trusted name in water storage solutions and a part of Welspun World, has launched its innovative 'SMART' Tank in Odisha.
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July 16, 2025
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Global pilots' body: AAIB report on AI plane crash by its nature raises questions, doesn't provide answers
THE International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations (IFALPA) has said AAIB's preliminary report into the Air India plane crash, by its very nature, raises many questions and does not provide answers and urged all parties to refrain from speculations.
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July 16, 2025
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K'taka govt withdraws acquisition of farm lands near Bengaluru for aerospace project
THE Karnataka government said on Tuesday that it has withdrawn the land acquisition process in Channara-yapat-tana and surrounding villages in Devanahalli taluk in the outskirts of Bengaluru for establishing an aerospace project. Devanahalli is located close to the Bengaluru International Airport.
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July 16, 2025
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Shubhanshu Shukla likely to arrive in India by August 17, says Jitendra Singh
UNION minister Jitendra Singh said Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who on Tuesday returned to Earth after an 18-day stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS), is expected to arrive in India by August 17 following a series of post-mission procedures.
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July 16, 2025
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How did you feel after last batter got out? King Charles III asks Indian skipper Gill
KING Charles III felt Mohammed Siraj's dismissal was an \"unfortunate one\" and couldn't help but ask Shubman Gill about it as he welcomed India’s men's and women's cricket teams in the gardens of Clarence House here on Tuesday.
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July 16, 2025
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TPWODL commissions two new 33kV feeder lines in Sundargarh
TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) has commissioned two new 33kV feeder lines in Sundergarh district, with a combined investment of Rs 7.2 crore, to improve power reliability in rural and industrial areas.
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July 16, 2025
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5-year-old boy, uncle die due to electrocution in Bhadrak district
TWO members of a family, including a 5-year-old boy, died due to electrocution in Bhadrak district on Tuesday evening, police said.
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July 16, 2025
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Railway Board DG Hari Shankar Verma concludes three-day safety inspection of ECoR
HARI Shankar Verma, Director General (Safety) of the Railway Board, completed a crucial three-day safety inspection of East Coast Railway (ECoR) from July 13 to 15, 2025, aimed at reinforcing safety measures across the region.
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July 16, 2025
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Yemen postpones execution of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya
YEMENI authorities have postponed the execution of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, with the move bringing much relief to her family and others who now hope that the death row prisoner can avert execution altogether.
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July 16, 2025
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Shafali Verma back in Top-10 in T20 rankings
BIG-HITTING India opener Shafali Verma marched back into the top-10 in the latest ICC Women's T20I rankings for batters released here on Tuesday.
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July 16, 2025
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Japan warns of China's military moves as biggest strategic challenge
Japan raised strong caution against China's rapid acceleration of military activity in extensive areas from around its southwestern coasts to the Pacific, describing the moves as the biggest strategic challenge.
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July 16, 2025
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Govt unveils ₹1,000 cr plan to help MSMEs upgrade to energy-efficient technology
THE Centre on Tuesday launched a new Rs 1,000 crore scheme to enable micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) upgrade to energy-efficient technologies through comprehensive financial and technical support.
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July 16, 2025
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Vani, Amandeep and Sneha in fray in ninth Leg of WPGT
VANI Kapoor, who has been dominant this season with four title wins in eight events on the Women's Pro Golf Tour, will aim for more success when she tees up at the ninth leg of the Tour this week.
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July 16, 2025
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Authorities can decide parole, furlough when appeal pending in SC: Delhi HC
THE Delhi High Court on Tuesday ruled prison authorities can decide a plea of parole and furlough even when the matter was pending in the Supreme Court.
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