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People of Purpose: Ramesh Saran

Ramesh Saran and URMUL Trust are helping remote desert communities build livelihoods, return girls to education and create sustainable opportunities.

The LogicaI Indian 29 Aug 2026 2:58 pm

Samay Raina in soup again over remarks on people from Bihar and Kashmiri Pandits

Comedian Samay Raina's recent show has drawn criticism for alleged remarks about certain communities. BJP MLA Ram Kadam condemned these statements, calling them publicity stunts. During the episode, Raina also made a joke about Archana Puran Singh's vlogging. Archana responded sharply, stating that abusing is a talent. The show's clips are currently circulating widely on social media platforms.

The Times of India 29 Aug 2026 2:10 pm

12 Assam People Remain Untraced In Nepal After Flash Floods, Says Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, August 29: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has confirmed that details of 12 individuals from the state who remain untraced in Nepal have been established, as rescue agencies continue efforts to locate them following the devastating flash floods. In a statement shared on social media, Sarma said authorities are working to establish communication... The post 12 Assam People Remain Untraced In Nepal After Flash Floods, Says Himanta Biswa Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 29 Aug 2026 11:48 am

I couldn't reach Yr Wyddfa's summit because people jumped the queue

Scores of visitors have climbed Yr Wyddfa this summer, with some facing long waits at the top.

BBC 29 Aug 2026 11:33 am

How culture and language shape the way people apologise

New research shows that apologies involve more than words, with culture, social relationships, authority and moral emotions shaping how responsibility is expressed

The Hindu Businessline 29 Aug 2026 11:31 am

A weight-loss drug is now a food label. People are asking if that's okay

A weightloss drug is now a food label People are asking if thats okay

India Today 29 Aug 2026 8:00 am

Climate policy could learn from people who already live within the limits of sufficiency

Tina Nyfors, who recently defended her doctoral thesis at the University of Helsinki, studied sufficiency, a way of living and a principle for organizing society to stay within environmental limits while ensuring that people have enough. Nyfors directs attention to people whose carbon footprint is already in line with sufficiency and refers to them as the sufficiency class. Their way of life has a moderate climate impact yet still meets their needs.

Phys.org 29 Aug 2026 5:10 am

Nepal Flood News | On Camera: People Stranded Over Rooftop As Raging Floodwaters Come Crashing

Over 579 people have been killed and around 2,400 are missing after a massive flash flood hit Nepal this week, washing away villages and many project sites in a region bordering Tibet. Earlier, Chinese state media confirmed five deaths, taking the total killed to at least 584. Nepal ordered rescuers searching for survivors of deadly floods to get to safety as it reported a debris dam had burst in Tibet on Friday, bringing risks of new torrents. Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said 14,829 security personnel have been mobilised for search and rescue operations. So far, 3742 people have been rescued.

NDTV 29 Aug 2026 1:14 am

Over 1k people evacuated after flash floods, says China

PTI Beijing Chinese officials on Friday said more than 1,000 people, including 555 tourists, have been evacuated from Gyirong County near the Tibet-Nepal border after devastating flash floods that caused heavy casualties. The flash floods struck Gyirong Port in the Tibet Autonomous Region on Wednesday, sweeping through villages and towns near the China-Nepal border area. []

The Navhind Times 29 Aug 2026 12:56 am

Nagendra challenges BJP to face him in peoples court

Claiming that he had been targeted by the Manuvadi BJP, Nagendra appealed to the party to allow him to contest the Ballari Rural constituency again so that he could come clean politically

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 12:31 am

Nagendras peoples court: A bid to reclaim political ground

By seeking a fresh mandate in Ballari Rural, the Congress MLA appears to be betting on his electoral record and his standing among the Valmiki community to overcome the shadow of the Valmiki Corporation case

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 12:31 am

Video: Nepal Army rescues stranded people from rooftops and debris after flash flood

Video: Nepal Army rescues stranded people from rooftops and debris after flash flood

India Today 28 Aug 2026 11:02 pm

Videos show people survive floodwaters on balcony in Nepal

BBC Verify has located several videos from disaster-struck areas of the Trishuli river after deadly floods swept through.

BBC 28 Aug 2026 11:02 pm

Nepal flash floods: Six people from Assam feared missing, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati: Six people from Assam are feared missing in Nepal, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday, as rescue operations continued following flash floods in the country. Speaking to the media, Sarma said the government had received information about six people from Assam who could not be contacted. He said officials were verifying the [] The post Nepal flash floods: Six people from Assam feared missing, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 28 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Bajrang Dal workers thrash people reading Malala's book in Ahmedabad, 3 arrested

Bajrang Dal workers thrash people reading Malalas book in Ahmedabad arrested

India Today 28 Aug 2026 9:37 pm

From Sarvam AI co-founder to IBM CEO, meet the 10 Indians and people of Indian origin on TIME100 AI 2026

TIME published the fourth edition of its TIME100 AI list on August 27, naming 100 people it considers the most influential in artificial intelligence across four categories: Leaders, Innovators, Shapers and Thinkers. Ten Indians and people of Indian origin feature on TIME's 2026 list of the 100 m

Your Story 28 Aug 2026 9:35 pm

People in Punjab fed up with AAP govt, says Haryana CM

Amritsar, Aug 28 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said that the people of Punjab are fed up with the Aam Aadmi Party government and have made up their minds for a change. He said the AAP government has ruined Punjab and has even surpassed the previous Congress government in corruption. The []

bhaskarlive 28 Aug 2026 8:34 pm

People Of Purpose: Meet Raashi Anand, Founder Of Lakshyam, From Ranchi To Delhi, Impacting Over 1 Million Lives

From Ranchi to Delhi, Raashi Anand founded Lakshyam, creating sustainable pathways for vulnerable communities while impacting over one million lives.

The LogicaI Indian 28 Aug 2026 8:24 pm

Nepal Flash Flood: Rescue Ops Intensify as People Remain Trapped in Tunnel

Rescue operations have intensified in Nepals Rasuwa district after a catastrophic flash flood left people trapped inside a tunnel. The Nepal Army is leading efforts to locate and evacuate those stranded amid challenging conditions.

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

Nepal Flash Floods: Bridge Swept Away as People Rush to Safety

Devastating flash floods swept away a bridge in Nepal on August 26, with surging waters causing destruction as people rushed to safety. The terrifying moment was captured on camera.

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

In 2018, NASA invited people worldwide to send their names to the Sun. More than 1.1 million did and their names are still travelling aboard Parker Solar Probe

Over one million names traveled to the Sun aboard NASA's Parker Solar Probe. These names were digitally stored on a memory card, becoming part of the mission. The spacecraft, named after physicist Eugene Parker, studies the Sun's outer atmosphere. Parker Solar Probe has flown through the Sun's corona and reached record speeds. This mission continues to explore the Sun and its effects on Earth.

The Economic Times 28 Aug 2026 6:48 pm

Article 370 abrogation inflicted deep wound on J&K peoples emotions: Altaf Bukhari

Srinagar, Aug 28: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Friday said that the abrogation of article 370 inflicted a deep wound into the emotions of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He said that Congress and BJP are equally responsible because Congress had already hollowed this article out over the years while BJP revoked it completely. He made these remarks today while addressing a public convention in Tral today. The event, organised by the party, attracted a large gathering of local people, besides party workers from across the town. Apni Party leader further said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir had a deep emotional attachment to Article 370, despite the fact that its provisions had already hollowed out and eroded over the decades. Article 370 provided constitutional protection to our land and jobs, and that is why, following its abrogation along with Article 35A on August 5, 2019, the Apni Party pursued the matter with the Centre and ensured that the people of J&K must retain exclusive rights over land and employment in J&K. We succeeded in convincing the Centre and protected these rights, resulting in the introduction of the domicile law, he said. However, Bukhari said that there is a need for a dialogue between the Centre and the people of Jammu and Kashmir to address their issues. He said, There is an urgent need to make New Delhi understand the importance of initiating a dialogue with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, especially the youth, to address their genuine issues and concerns. This is imperative to bridge the existing trust deficit. Since the elected government has failed to address the pressing issues being faced by the people here, we will urge the Centre to engage directly with them to ensure that these issues are addressed effectively. We hope that our frequent appeals in this regard reach the Centre and that it initiates a dialogue with the people of Jammu and Kashmir, as it had promised, he added. He also take a dig at the ruling NC and said that this party has always prioritised its power on the interests of the people in Jammu and Kashmir. He further said, NC has never fulfilled the promises it has made to the people. Its poll promises are the most recent example of this. It sought votes by promising to provide one lakh jobs soon after assuming power. It had also promised 200 units of free electricity, free gas cylinders, the regularisation of daily wagers, and much more. However, all these promises have proved to be hollow and remain unfulfilled. He urged the people to rid themselves of these traditional parties, which have always misled and deceived them with false promises and emotional slogans. He went on the say, During its election campaign, the NC had claimed that, after assuming power, it would ensure the restoration of Articles 370 and 35A. However, it has now reduced its demand to the restoration of statehood alone. This is nothing but political drama, and they have always resorted to such tactics. In his speech, Bukhari also highlighted the local pressing issues that the people in Tral are facing. He expressed grave concern over the lack of adequate facilities and infrastructure at local hospitals and schools. He said, I dont know what the local MLA, who has been given the mandate to ensure that such issues are addressed, is doing. Since he is a public representative, he must ensure that these issues are properly addressed. He should speak to the concerned Minister, and if that doesnt work, he must take the people who voted for him out in protest. This is not about anything personal; it is about the public mandate. Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari said that Tral has great potential for tourism, which, if properly explored and developed, can bring economic benefits to the local people and create much-needed employment opportunities for the youth. He said the area is blessed with abundant natural resources and scenic beauty, which should be utilised effectively for sustainable development, livelihood generation, and the overall prosperity of the local population. Bukhari expressed concern over the arrests of youth and said that the Apni Party is continuously striving to ensure that random arrests are stopped and that those detained are released so that they can return to a normal life. Talking about the Sikh community, Bukhari demanded political reservation for the community to ensure that its rights are fully protected. He said that the Sikh community has always stood shoulder to shoulder with the Muslim community, even during the most challenging times of violence and bloodshed in J&K. Addressing the gathering, former Cabinet Minister and Apni Party Senior Vice President Ghulam Hassan Mir said that Apni Party is a party of the masses and will always remain the voice of the people. He said this party will continue to raise genuine public issues and grievances with the concerned authorities to ensure their timely redressal. He said, We are not here today to seek your votes, as there are no elections scheduled in the near future. We are here to tell you that Apni Party is truly a peoples party and will always stand by the people, no matter what. We need your support. Join hands with Apni Party and help strengthen it. Together, we can ensure that the rights and interests of our people are protected, while working collectively for sustained peace, prosperity, and development in Jammu and Kashmir. He further said, The difference between Apni Party and the traditional political parties is that Apni Party focuses on genuine public issues and works to address the concerns of the people, while traditional parties continue to mislead and befool the public with false promises and emotional slogans. Apni Party is here to prevent exploitative political forces from misleading our youth and pushing them towards a path of jails and graveyards. We envision a peaceful, prosperous, and dignified future for our youthone where they have opportunities to grow, succeed, and contribute positively to the future of Jammu and Kashmir, he added. On this occasion, NC worker Karan Singh, PDP worker Mohammad Amin, Social Activist Muzafar Bhat, Mohammad Younis Dar from congress joined Apni Party. The party leaders greeted these new entrants into the party fold. Besides Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and Ghulam Hassan Mir, the prominent party leaders who were present on the occasion included partys Chief Spokesperson & State Secretary Muntazir Mohiudin, District President Kupwara Raja Manzoor, State organisation & Spokesperson Dr Harbaksh Singh, District President Budgam Advocate Owais Ashraf Shah, District Vice President Pulwama Sofi Akbar, District Vice President Pulwama Abdul Qayoom Mir, Secretary Pulwama District Syeed Tajala Andrabi, Youth President District Pulwama Junaid Mir, Abdul Rahman Gojir, Ghulam Hassan Goursi, Ghulam Hassan Choupan, Abdul Majid, Rashid Gojir, Youth Leaders Huq Nawaz, Zahid Bhat, Sajad Naikoo, Bita, Imtiyaz Mulvi, Irfan, Junaid, Javeed,Amir Reshi, Asif, Nirmal Singh, Abdul Rashid, Lucky Singh, Mohammad Shafi, Gul Dar, Shabir Baba, Yusuf Gojir, Mushtaq , Nund Kak, Bashir Ahamed , Jangi Singh, and others.

Greater Kashmir 28 Aug 2026 5:36 pm

People dont know the real story: India hockey coach on pre-World Cup leave

Coach Sjoerd Marijne stood firm on his leave during the World Cup, emphasising that his participation remained steady. He highlighted that the team's readiness was intact throughout his time away. India secured an impressive fifth place at the FIH World Cup, and Marijne inspired the squad to maintain their drive and elevate their standards. He envisions their achievements motivating more young girls to take up hockey.

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 5:00 pm

ClearWay Mobility Introduces Obstacle Detection Device to be Added to the Standard White Cane Used by Visually Impaired People

ClearWay Mobility Introduces Obstacle Detection Device to be Added to the Standard White Cane Used by Visually Impaired People

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Starting upstream: Rethinking how public health supports young people

When GCH assistant professor Rochelle Davidson Mhonde began working with adolescent survivors of sexual violence, she saw the ripple effects of their trauma: depression, anxiety, substance use and other health challenges.

Phys.org 28 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Over 90,000 people affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says

Over ninety thousand people are directly affected by a Himalayan landslide and need urgent aid. Aid officials express serious concerns about potential secondary flooding and further cascading hazards. Relief supplies are currently blocked as a landslide-formed lake has breached its banks. Six health facilities were damaged, and eight healthcare workers remain missing after the event. Disruption to services increases the risk of infectious diseases spreading among displaced populations.

The Economic Times 28 Aug 2026 3:42 pm

Nepal Flash Flood New Videos: Visuals Show People Swept Away, Buildings Crushed By Floodwaters

More disturbing visuals have emerged on social media showing the scale of destruction caused by the devastating flash floods in Nepal. One of the videos, reportedly from the Rasuwa Hydropower Project, shows Nepal Army personnel rescuing two people who had remained

Oneindia 28 Aug 2026 2:42 pm

Nepal: Rescue operation ongoing for 100 people trapped inside tunnel

The Nepal Army is currently engaged in a rescue operation for around 100 people stuck inside a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project.

NewsBytes 28 Aug 2026 2:09 pm

2 People Booked for Posting Obscene Deepfake Videos Targeting Congress Leaders

Telangana Congress party MLC Venkat Balmoor stated that the X posts contain vulgar deepfake videos targeting Congress MPs Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi and former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 1:53 pm

Not holding bypolls in Tamil Nadu will deprive lakhs of people of elected representatives: CM Vijay tells Madras High Court

He urges the court to vacate an interim stay imposed on the conduct of bypolls to the Tiruchi East, Perundurai, Ambasamudram, Viralimalai, and Karur constituencies

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 1:28 pm

ED Nabs 3 More People in Pan-India Digital Arrest Case

With this, the total arrests made in the case by the Central agency's Panaji office have risen to five. Two persons from Mumbai were arrested earlier this week

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 1:11 pm

5 reasons people pull away even when they have feelings

The Times of India 28 Aug 2026 12:48 pm

26 Gujarat-Linked People, Including NRIs, Missing After Nepal Flash Floods

At least 26 Gujarat-linked people, including NRIs, remain missing after devastating Nepal flash floods, as the death toll rises to 469.

Web Dunia 28 Aug 2026 12:24 pm

PM Modi greets people on Raksha Bandhan, wishes happiness and prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted people on Raksha Bandhan and hoped that the auspicious festival brings happiness, prosperity and success to everyone's lives. Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. On the occasion, sisters tie vibrant threads, or rakhis, on their brothers' wrists as a symbol of their heartfelt prayers and well wishes, and brothers reciprocate with thoughtful gifts and promise to protect them under all circumstances. Happy Raksha Bandhan. May this auspicious festival bring happiness, prosperity, and success to all your lives, Modi said in an X post in Hindi. The prime minister also wished that the bond of affection, togetherness and mutual trust remains eternal.

Business Standard 28 Aug 2026 10:37 am

Video: People scream, run for cover as floods gush through Nepal's Trishuli Bazaar

Video People scream run for cover as floods gush through Nepals Trishuli Bazaar

India Today 28 Aug 2026 8:35 am

People with more mobility in the labor market experience less discrimination

Employees who can easily change jobs are less likely to experience workplace discrimination. When dealing with a discriminatory employer, job mobility acts as an important incentive: If you can leave more easily, your employer will often make greater efforts to combat discrimination and retain you. That

Phys.org 28 Aug 2026 8:30 am

Nepal Flash Floods Death Toll Nears 400, People From Over 30 Countries Missing

Ministry of External Affairs said 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable, including 73 workers on a power project, with several others reported to have been on pilgrimage to Mount Kailash in Tibet.

NDTV 28 Aug 2026 8:03 am

Nepal Rescuers Race To Save People Trapped In Hydropower Tunnel

At least 389 people were killed and more than 1,200 are still missing, including hundreds of foreign tourists.

NDTV 28 Aug 2026 7:43 am

Death Toll Reaches 389 in Nepal's Bhote Koshi Flood, 977 People Missing

The Prime Minister said 13,295 security personnel from the Nepal Police, Nepal Army and Armed Police Force had been mobilised for search and rescue operations.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 7:09 am

Police Rule, Not Peoples Rule. Kishan Reddy Slams Congress Over Go 97, BJP Leaders Arrests

Union minister accuses Telangana government of police action against protesting students

Deccan Chronicle 28 Aug 2026 6:09 am

Police arrest nine in fraud call centre accused of cheating 20 people in lifetime delivery franchise scheme

The police said that they received confidential information about a call centre called Insta Transfer Biz Pvt. Ltd. at Evershine Mall in Malad West and raided it on August 24, 2026

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 2:02 am

Raksha Bandhan in Kashmir: A Festival That Travelled with People

Raksha Bandhan arrives every year with the full moon of Shravan, carrying with it a simple yet profound messagethe bond of protection, affection and responsibility between human beings. Across India, the festival is most commonly associated with the relationship between a brother and sister. A sister ties the sacred thread around her brothers wrist, offers a prayer for his well-being, and the brother, in return, promises to stand by her. Yet, like many Indian festivals, Raksha Bandhan has meanings that go far beyond the ritual itself. For the Kashmiri Pandit community, its significance is inseparable from the memories of a homeland where festivals were woven into the ordinary fabric of life. Yes, Kashmiri Pandits did observe Raksha Bandhan in Kashmir. It was not necessarily among the most prominent festivals of the Kashmiri Hindu calendar in the manner of Herath, Navreh or other distinctly Kashmiri observances, but Shravan Purnima and the sacred-thread tradition were familiar parts of religious and family life. The celebration existed within the larger spiritual culture of Kashmir, where festivals were rarely merely social occasions. They were expressions of faith, family, community and continuity. For a Kashmiri Pandit growing up in the Valley, the festival would not have stood apart from the rhythms of everyday life. The house, the courtyard, the neighbourhood and the extended family were all part of the celebration. Festivals were experienced collectively. Relatives visited one another, children moved from house to house, elders blessed the younger generation, and food became another language through which affection was expressed. The ritual itself might have been brief, but the emotions surrounding it could remain in the memory for decades. This is what makes the recollection of Raksha Bandhan particularly moving for those Kashmiri Pandits who left the Valley. Migration did not merely mean leaving behind houses, orchards, fields and ancestral property. It also meant leaving behind a particular way of celebrating life. Festivals had been attached to places. A particular courtyard had witnessed a particular Raksha Bandhan. A sister had tied a rakhi to her brother in a room whose walls had absorbed generations of family conversations. An elderly grandmother had blessed the children. A mother had prepared something special for the occasion. A neighbour had arrived unannounced. These seemingly insignificant moments eventually became the fragments from which the memory of an entire homeland was reconstructed. This is perhaps the deeper meaning of festivals in the life of a displaced community. When people lose their physical landscape, rituals often become their portable homeland. A festival can travel where a house cannot. A prayer can survive when an ancestral courtyard has been abandoned. A family tradition can cross mountains and generations without requiring a piece of land. Raksha Bandhan therefore acquired an additional emotional dimension for many Kashmiri Pandit families after their migration. It became not simply a celebration of the brother-sister relationship but also a reminder of the world that once existed around that relationship. The thread tied on a brothers wrist could evoke memories of a Kashmir that had been left behind. There is an important distinction, however, between the traditional observance of Raksha Bandhan among Kashmiri Pandits and the highly commercialised version of the festival that has become increasingly visible in contemporary India. In Kashmir, the sacred-thread tradition existed within a religious and cultural framework shaped by the unique practices of Kashmiri Hindu society. The modern rakhiwith elaborate gifts, advertisements, social-media celebrations and commercial packagingis only one contemporary expression of a much older tradition. The word raksha itself carries a meaning far deeper than the exchange of gifts. Protection is not necessarily a one-way obligation from brother to sister. In the older civilisational understanding, protection is reciprocal. Families protect one another; communities protect their traditions; elders protect memories; and younger generations protect what has been handed down to them. A sacred thread can therefore become a symbol of responsibility rather than merely a decorative object. This understanding becomes particularly meaningful in the Kashmiri Pandit context. A community that experienced displacement had to protect something more fragile than property: its collective memory. Language, rituals, cuisine, religious practices, festivals, family stories and ancestral memories all became part of a cultural inheritance that needed to be carried forward. The Kashmiri Pandit calendar itself contains many distinctive festivals and observances that developed within the Valley's particular cultural environment. Herath, for example, occupies an extraordinary place in Kashmiri Pandit consciousness. Navreh marks the Kashmiri New Year and carries associations with renewal and continuity. There are numerous other observances connected with particular seasons, deities and local traditions. Raksha Bandhan therefore should not be presented as though it historically occupied exactly the same position in Kashmiri Pandit life as it did in every other part of northern India. Its place was real, but its cultural expression was shaped by Kashmir's own religious universe. What is remarkable is how such traditions survived geographical separation. A child who grew up in Jammu, Delhi, Dehradun or another city after migration could still participate in Raksha Bandhan without ever having experienced the Kashmir of his or her parents. The festival thus became a bridge between generations. Parents could tell their children how festivals were observed in Kashmir. Grandparents could recall relatives who were no longer there. Old photographs could emerge from cupboards. Names of villages and neighbourhoods could become part of family conversations. In this manner, a simple thread could become an instrument of remembrance. The younger generation may not always understand the emotional weight carried by such memories. For them, Raksha Bandhan may simply mean a rakhi, sweets, gifts and a family gathering. But for those who remember Kashmir before migration, the festival can contain another layer of meaning. It can take them back to a time when distance between relatives was measured not in hundreds of kilometres but in a short walk from one house to another. There is also a wider lesson here about Kashmiri culture. Kashmir has often been described through its mountains, lakes, gardens, poetry and mysticism. But the real culture of a people resides equally in its small ritualsthe way a lamp is lit, the way elders are greeted, the food prepared on a particular day, the words spoken during a ceremony, and the manner in which one generation passes something to another. When people are displaced, these small things become enormously important. A culture does not disappear simply because its people leave a particular geographical space. It disappears when its memories cease to be transmitted. This is why the continuation of festivals among Kashmiri Pandits matters. Every observance becomes an act of cultural preservation. Every child who learns why a festival is celebrated becomes a link in a chain that stretches backwards into history. Raksha Bandhan, in this sense, can be seen as one of those threadsnot merely the thread tied around the wrist, but the invisible thread connecting generations. It connects the sister with the brother, the child with the parent, the present with the past, and the displaced family with the homeland that continues to live in memory. There is something profoundly poetic about this. The physical thread is small and fragile. It can be broken with almost no effort. Yet the idea represented by it can survive decades of separation. A house can be locked. An orchard can be abandoned. A village can become distant. But a ritual remembered by a family can continue to exist. For Kashmiri Pandits, therefore, Raksha Bandhan is not only about asking who will protect whom. It can also prompt a larger question: who will protect the memories of the culture that our ancestors entrusted to us? Perhaps the answer lies with every generation. The brother and sister who exchange a rakhi today may not know all the stories associated with the festival's past. But if they preserve the ritual, tell their children about it, remember how their parents celebrated it and connect it with the wider cultural heritage of Kashmir, they are doing something far greater than observing a festival. They are keeping alive a fragment of a civilisation. And perhaps this is why festivals become especially precious after displacement. In one's homeland, traditions can sometimes be taken for granted because they surround us everywhere. In exile, their value becomes clearer. A festival becomes a doorway through which one can briefly return to a lost world. Raksha Bandhan will once again arrive with the full moon of Shravan. Sisters will tie threads, brothers will offer gifts, families will gather and sweets will be exchanged. But for many Kashmiri Pandits, somewhere beneath these familiar celebrations there may also be another, quieter ritualthe remembering of Kashmir. A Kashmir of homes, courtyards, grandparents, siblings, neighbours and festivals. A Kashmir that may have been left physically behind, but which continues to live in memory. And perhaps that is the most enduring raksha of all:the protection of memory itself. (The writer can be reached at: sanjaypanditasp@gmail.com )

RisingKashmir 28 Aug 2026 12:23 am

In 1971, liquefied clay swallowed dozens of homes in a Quebec village and killed 31 people; the surviving population was permanently relocated

Fifty years ago, a massive landslide devastated Saint-Jean-Vianney, Quebec, engulfing homes and claiming lives. Unstable soil, saturated by heavy rains, triggered the catastrophic event on May 4, 1971. Emergency services and military personnel responded swiftly to the immense destruction and ongoing rescue efforts. Survivors relocated after the village was declared unsafe for habitation due to the large crater. Research later revealed a similar landslide occurred at the site centuries prior.

The Economic Times 28 Aug 2026 12:04 am

Peoples groups seek action on Dalit issues

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 11:37 pm

Nepal floods: Gujarat CM monitors efforts as 18 people from state remain missing (Lead)

Gandhinagar, Aug 27 (IANS) The Gujarat government is continuously monitoring 18 people from the state who have been reported missing or uncontactable in flood-hit Nepal, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in touch with the Centre and state officials coordinating efforts to establish their whereabouts and ensure their safety. A State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) compilation []

bhaskarlive 27 Aug 2026 11:34 pm

In 2000, Purdue University researchers tested a sensing chair on 30 people, achieving 96% posture accuracy. Years later, the project still stands as an early example of pressure-sensing technology envisioned for smarter furniture and cars

In 2000, Purdue University researchers developed a modified office chair that used pressure sensors and computer software to identify how people were sitting. Tested on 30 people, the system achieved 96 percent overall accuracy and was especially effective at recognizing slouching, reaching 99.8 percent accuracy for that posture.The chair created detailed pressure maps from information collected by sensing elements called sensels, allowing software to distinguish different seating positions.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Prabowo secures subsidised goods reach people out

Antara News 27 Aug 2026 10:08 pm

DBS Bank India 'won't be all things to all people': MD & CEO Rajat Verma

DBS Bank India says the bank is keen to invest and grow the retail lending business but will be judicious in choice of retail products that they will offer

Business Standard 27 Aug 2026 9:01 pm

Over 75% of people believe climate change hit life, livelihood: MOTN survey

Over of people believe climate change hit life livelihood MOTN survey

India Today 27 Aug 2026 8:36 pm

Lets Talk Life offers anonymous online space for young people seeking mental health support

The platform, developed by mental health professionals at NIMHANS and technologists at IIIT-B, allows young people to share their concerns anonymously and seek emotional support without fear of judgement

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:18 pm

Iran executes over 500 people in 2026: Rights group

In 2023, Iran has seen a grim milestone with over 500 executions, witnessing a notable increase recently. Among those executed, twenty-nine were linked to anti-government protests, including sixteen women and thirteen political activists. Former President Donald Trump has publicly called for Iran to cease these executions, labeling the situation as a crisis. The world's focus has shifted to other conflicts, enabling the continuation of these executions.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 8:11 pm

People flee as floods sweep through Nepals Rasuwa district

People ran for safety as powerful floodwaters swept through Mailung in Nepals Rasuwa district. Dramatic footage captured the sudden flooding and the rush to escape as roads and bridges collapsed.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

People of Purpose: Turning One Rescue into a National Movement: Bhuwan Ribhu

A 2004 rescue of 29 trafficked girls inspired Bhuwan Ribhus decades-long fight to change laws, prevent exploitation and end child marriage.

The LogicaI Indian 27 Aug 2026 6:52 pm

Flash Floods in Nepal: 36 People from West Bengal Confirmed Missing

Kolkata, August 27: The West Bengal government has officially confirmed that 36 individuals are missing following devastating flash floods in Nepal. The state is coordinating with the Indian Embassy and Nepalese authorities to locate the missing persons. According to government reports, the missing tourists hail from various regions in West Bengal, including Kolkata, Sonarpur in ... Read more Flash Floods in Nepal: 36 People from West Bengal Confirmed Missing

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

One in eight young people still out of work or education ahead of major review

Just under one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (Neet).

BBC 27 Aug 2026 6:26 pm

Psychology says people who are sweet to your face but hurt you behind your back may be doing more than pretending

Psychology does not support labeling someone a narcissist, psychopath or Machiavellian simply because they said something unpleasant behind your back. People can make mistakes, vent their frustrations and behave inconsistently at times.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 6:14 pm

Quote of the day by Christopher Walken: 'If you know how quickly people forget...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on true authenticity, fleeting approval and inner freedom

Quote of the day by Christopher Walken focuses on living without depending on public approval. His words suggest that people move on and memories fade, so spending life trying to impress others can take attention away from personal values, happiness, purpose and meaningful experiences.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 6:02 pm

Number of young people who are

The Guardian 27 Aug 2026 5:42 pm

Ram Puniyani: Teaching Common People to be Secular

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The Milli Gazette 27 Aug 2026 5:40 pm

A neuroscientist dropped people from a 150-foot tower in Dallas to find out if time really slows down when you think you're about to die

A fascinating study investigated whether fear alters our perception of time during intense moments. When volunteers simulated a fall from a tower, they struggled to read numbers quickly. Interestingly, their recollections of the experience felt much longer, indicating that our memories of emotional events are rich and detailed. Thus, the brain distinctly processes frightening moments, giving them an extended sense of duration.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 5:39 pm

10 Books for anxious people who can't quiet their minds

Discover 10 insightful books that help anxious minds manage overthinking, reduce worry, and find greater calm in everyday life.

Your Story 27 Aug 2026 5:19 pm

Psychology says people who feel anxious every Sunday evening even when nothing is wrong are not just overthinking

Psychology suggests this may happen because people naturally anticipate what lies ahead. When work stress, uncertainty, difficulty psychologically detaching and repetitive thinking come together, the mind can begin to associate the end of the weekend with an approaching source of stress.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 3:42 pm

Psychology says people who keep feeling the pain of losing someone may not be choosing to stay stuck

The psychological goal of grief is not necessarily to erase the person from your thoughts. Sometimes, adapting to loss means learning to live with their absence while still holding on to the memories, values and meaning that the relationship brought into your life.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 3:19 pm

People from over 30 countries missing after flash floods in Nepal

A glacier collapse in Tibet caused catastrophic flash flooding Wednesday in a border area of China and Nepal. Authorities in both countries have reported more than 160 deaths and over 1,300 people missing as of Thursday. Many were foreigners in the area for trekking or a pilgrimage to a sacred Hindu site. The number of missing may vary across agencies due to differences in how they collected data, when it was reported and how it was verified, as well as gaps in coordination between those assembling data and those conducting rescue efforts in the affected area. Nepal-Police reported at least 165 dead and 826 missing. Local reports cited the National Emergency Operation Centre as saying Thursday the missing included 113 Nepali tourists, 85 security personnel from the army and police as well as 161 residents from the Rasuwa district and one from the Nuwakot district. The National Tourism Board later Thursday said 517 foreigners were missing. China-State media reported at least three .

Business Standard 27 Aug 2026 2:57 pm

Nepal floods: With eight people missing, Karnataka govt issues emergency helplines

Nepal floods: With eight people missing, Karnataka govt issues emergency helplines Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister, G. Parameshwara, on Thursday said that eight people from Bengaluru are reported missing in the floods in Nepal, however, there is no information about any residents of Karnataka dying in the disaster so far. He added that the government [] The post Nepal floods: With eight people missing, Karnataka govt issues emergency helplines appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 27 Aug 2026 2:21 pm

Quote of the day by Elvis Presley: It's not how much you have that makes people look up to you, it's...' - King of Rock and Roll's timeless lesson on success, self-worth and what truly earns respect

Quote of the day by Elvis Presley: Elvis Presley changed the landscape of popular music with his distinct vocal style and dynamic stage presence. Fusing elements of blues, country, and rhythm and blues, he enchanted audiences globally. Presley's charm and rebellious spirit not only disrupted norms but propelled rock and roll into the cultural spotlight. His flourishing film career and revival in the late 1960s ensured his enduring influence, inspiring artists far beyond his era.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 1:53 pm

Brother-sister duo pose as fake IAS officers, dupe people of Rs 9.8 lakh

Brothersister duo pose as fake IAS officers dupe people of Rs lakh

India Today 27 Aug 2026 1:40 pm

In 1959, 5,000 people lived on Japanese 'battleship island'. Then it was abandoned almost overnight. The UNESCO site that inspired James Bond's Skyfalls villain lair

Japans Hashima Island, or Gunkanjima, was once a bustling coal-mining community with more than 5,000 residents and one of the worlds highest population densities. When its mines closed in 1974, the island was abandoned almost overnight, leaving behind haunting concrete ruins. In 2015, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hashima attracts tourists on guided tours and gained global fame after inspiring the villains lair in James Bonds Skyfall.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 1:34 pm

People pulled from mud in Nepal amid rescue operations

At least 160 people have been killed along the Nepal-Tibet border as rescuers struggle to reach the disaster zone.

BBC 27 Aug 2026 11:32 am

Spiritual leader Sadhguru says his team is seeking permission to travel to flood incident site, 80 people from the group reported missing

TIBET: Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has expressed anguish over a devastating flash flood near the Tibet-Nepal border and said 77 members of an Isha Foundation Kailash pilgrimage group remain unaccounted for after the disaster struck the Gyirong area in Tibet. The Spiriitual leader who is in Tibet said he was unable to travel to []

indiapost 27 Aug 2026 11:16 am

Andhra Pradesh government steps up efforts to trace Telugu people stranded in Nepal flash floods

The AP Bhavan control room can be contacted at 011-23384016 and 011-23387089; Indian citizens requiring assistance can contact the designated 24/7 helpline at +977-9851316807.

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 11:14 am

Andhra Pradesh Accident: Seven People Including Three Women Killed In Palnadu

Nine people sustained serious injuries and are said to be in a critical condition. Four of the injured have been shifted to Guntur Government General Hospital (GGH) for further treatment.

NDTV 27 Aug 2026 9:20 am

Nepal flash floods: Karnataka sets helpline desk to assist stranded people and their families

The Helpline number for those who are stranded is 1070 / 080-22253707 and individuals can write an email to seockarnataka@gmail.com

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:34 am

Best German proverb of the day: When the cats away, the mice will play a life lesson on what people do when no one is watching

Best German Proverb of the Day: When the cats away, the mice will play describes what can happen when supervision or authority disappears. The German proverb uses the playful image of mice celebrating in a cats absence to explain how people may relax rules, test boundaries or behave differently when those normally responsible for enforcing expectations are no longer present.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 1:11 am

BJP Focused on Business, Selling Out the Common People: Ragini Sonkar

Lucknow, August 26: Leaders from the Samajwadi Party, including Dimple Yadav, Naseem Solanki, and Ragini Sonkar, spoke with a news agency on Wednesday about various issues. These included the hijab controversy, the JP-NIC (Jay Prakash Narayan International Center) matter, the Kriti Sanon advertisement dispute, and the Uttar Pradesh governments free bus service for women. Dimple ... Read more BJP Focused on Business, Selling Out the Common People: Ragini Sonkar

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 10:04 pm

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Expresses Concern Over Missing People in Nepal Floods

Chennai, August 26: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has expressed deep sorrow over reports of several missing individuals, including residents of Tamil Nadu, due to sudden floods in Nepal. He has instructed state officials to search for the missing persons and provide all possible assistance to affected Tamil citizens. Chief Minister Vijay stated on the ... Read more Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Expresses Concern Over Missing People in Nepal Floods

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 9:14 pm