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WA tests optional age verification pilot, says user privacy will be protected

To comply with the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act, WhatsApp is piloting new privacy-focused age verification methods for Indian us

Lebanon and Israel hold new round of direct talks in Rome

Convoys carrying delegations from the two countries arrived in the morning to the U.S. embassy in the Italian capital, where discussions are sche

Government to grill Meta brass on child abuse, AI content

In an important meeting scheduled for this week, government officials will confront Meta executives regarding pressing issues. The discussions wi

Lebanon, Israel Hold New Round Of Direct Talks In Rome

Lebanon and Israel held a fresh round of US-sponsored talks in Rome on Tuesday, with Beirut seeking Israel's phased withdrawal from the country's

Government may allow fees on UPI payment above Rs 2k

The government may allow a small charge on UPI payments exceeding two thousand rupees. This levy would apply to transactions made to businesses a

Over 30 operatives killed by 'Indian agents' since 2020: LeT commander

Rizwan Hanif, a commander affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba, has alleged that Indian agents have systematically killed more than thirty individuals

Quote of the day by Victoria Beckham, 'I believe you can achieve anything if you work hard enough to get it' teaches timeless powerful message about hard work, belief and achieving your goals

Quote of the day by Victoria Beckham is less about expecting effortless success and more about respecting the power of commitment. A goal becomes

Norse proverb of the day: 'The head only knows what lies nearest the...' - deep meaningful saying teaches life lessons on why your heart may be guiding your thoughts more than your brain and how your emotions impact your view and understanding of the world

Norse proverb of the day: Our emotions and lived experiences are the lens through which we view the world. The Norse saying, 'The head only knows

Computer-based NEET? Govt tells SC decision after Nilekani report

The government informed the Supreme Court about considering NEET's shift to computer-based testing. This decision awaits the Nandan Nilekani task

'100% pure'? Stop misleading products' sale, FSSAI tells Dabur

Dabur India has been instructed by the FSSAI to halt the sale of items claiming to be '100% pure.' This decision stems from a violation of food r

FSSAI bans 100% pure Dabur products, firms share falls 4%

Labels such as 100% pure, natural, organic and tender are in contravention of food safety regulations, as they are ambiguous, unverifiable and li

Census phase 2 likely to accept half-filled forms

Census authorities are considering allowing partially filled online forms for self-enumeration. This change aims to ease the process for responde

M.P BJP forms two-member panel to review Datia bypoll defeat, dissolves local unit

The two-member panel of M.P. BJP general secretary Gaurav Randeeve and senior leader Ambaram Karada has been tasked with holding discussions with

6,868 medical camps, 18,000 surveillance teams deployed in Gujarat after floods

UCC panel invites ideas on proposed law in Chhattisgarh

The committee had appealed to government and non-government organisations, social groups, religious institutions, communities, political parties

Quote of the day by Ringo Starr: 'I think the most exciting thing is that you expect people our age to know the music, but actually...' - music quote by English musician famously known for being The Beatles drummer on how songs can inspire generations and why lasting success is built on great work

Quote of the day by Ringo Starr: Ringo Starr believes great music lasts for generations. He notes that younger people know Beatles music, which i

274 fugitives brought back from 36 nations since 2019

Government brought back 274 fugitives from 36 countries since 2019. Assets worth over Rs 17,874 crore were attached during this period. This cont

Quote of the Day by Kate Winslet, 'Life Is Short, and It Is Here to Be Lived' offers timeless meaning of happiness, acceptance, inner peace, reveals psychology about fulfilment

Quote of the Day by Kate Winslet serves as a timely reminder that living well is not necessarily about doing more. It can be about noticing more,

In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a reality: How Mary Sherman Morgan became Rocket Girl or America's first female rocket scientist?

In 1957, an American woman scientist invented a liquid fuel Hydyne which helped United States create history and make space travel a reality. Mar

BJP attacks Cong 'double standards' on students stirs

The BJP has called out the Congress party for its hypocritical stance on examination irregularities. They pointed to the Congress's lack of respo

Telangana Basketball Body Officer Booked for Harassing Minor Player

The complainant, mother of the victim, stated that the incidents occurred on multiple occasions during basketball tournaments held between Februa

Rajya Sabha clears birth, death regn bill without any discussion

Oppn Protests Continue To Disrupt House

U.S. stocks leap toward record as profits keep piling up, oil prices ease

Brent crude, the international standard, sank 4.9% to $79.64 per barrel as hope once again took over from fear in the oil market

Quote of the day by Nicolaus Copernicus: 'Although all the good arts serve to draw man's mind away from vices and...' - inspiring quote by father of astronomy teaches life lessons on how learning shapes character and how knowledge helps you become a better person

Quote of the day by Nicolaus Copernicus: Nicolaus Copernicus believed learning and arts shape character and lead to better lives. His quote highl

China Introduces New Regulations for Integrated Circuit Layout Design Protection

Beijing, August 5: Chinese Premier Li Qiang recently signed an order from the State Council. The new regulations for the protection of integrated

Villarreal Signs Peter Gulacsi as Their New Goalkeeper

Madrid, August 5: Villarreal CF has officially signed experienced Hungarian goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi from RB Leipzig. This marks the Spanish club

Nearly 500 Died While Cleaning Sewers Or Septic Tanks Since 2019: Centre

Government data placed before the Lok Sabha shows that 498 workers died during sewer and septic-tank cleaning between January 1, 2019, and June 3

Odisha Police Partners with NFSU to Enhance Cyber Policing and Digital Forensics

Bhubaneswar, August 5: The Crime Branch of Odisha Police signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Forensic Sciences

Mob Lynches Rape Accused in Jharkhand, Father Assaulted While Rescuing

Chhatra, August 5: In a shocking incident in Jharkhands Chhatra district, a young man accused of rape was brutally beaten to death by a mob of vi

Quote of the day by Kalpana Chawla, 'The journey matters as much as the goal' shows psychology of real success, teaches timeless inspiring lesson on achievements, ambition in career, workplace

Quote of the day by Kalpana Chawla teaches people to redefine achievement. The goal matters, but it is not the only measure of a meaningful life.

US Congressman warns FCRA Bill could affect India-US ties

African proverb of the day: 'Every time you have something good there is someone who...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on human jealousy, covert covetousness, societal pressure, manufactured doubt, hidden motives, scavenger mentality, true intentions, vulnerability and wisdom

African proverb of the day explains how envy, hidden motives and social pressure can affect the way people value their success. The saying warns

Traditional Ker Puja Symbolizes Harmony and Welfare Among Tribes: CM Saha

Agartala, August 5: Tripuras Chief Minister Manik Saha stated that the age-old tradition of Ker Puja symbolizes faith, unity, and harmony between

India to Host 13th BRICS Education Ministers Meeting in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, August 5: India, under its BRICS presidency for 2026, will host the 13th meeting of BRICS Education Ministers and the third meeting

56% of vehicles not insured, SC says challan them

Court Also Suggests Such Vehicles Be Denied Fuel

Piece Of SpaceX Rocket Will Crash Into The Moon Today

A SpaceX rocket piece floating in space since last year is on track to smash into the moon at high speed early Wednesday morning.

Punjab BJP Criticizes Assembly Proposal to Halt E20 Ethanol Blending Program

Chandigarh, August 5: The President of the Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party, Keval Singh Dhillon, condemned the assemblys recent proposal that calls

In 2004, scientists found a way to detect hidden rail flaws without stopping trains

University of Warwick researchers developed a new non-contact rail crack detection technology. This system uses electromagnetic acoustic transduc

Jharkhand Students Demand Exam Cancellation Amid Ongoing Protests

Ranchi, August 5: Amid ongoing protests by students in Jharkhand, Manoj Yadav has reiterated the demand for the cancellation of all exams conduct

'No final deal yet: Marco Rubio gives major update on US-Iran Hormuz talks

Oppositions Voice Matters in Assembly, Government Will Respond: Satish Mahana

Lucknow, August 5: During the monsoon session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, Speaker Satish Mahana addressed the uproar caused by Samajwadi Party

Tensions Rise as 2,500 Migrants Remain Stranded in Ceuta

Ceuta, August 5: The migrant crisis in Ceuta continues, with around 2,500 undocumented migrants still stranded in the Spanish enclave. Most of th

Merchants Urged to Display Identities During Kanwar Yatra to Avoid Confusion

Meerut, August 5: Sachin Sirohi, the president of the All India Hindu Security Organization, announced a special campaign aimed at preventing dis

AP HC Refuses PIL Seeking CBI Probe Into Mega DSC-2025 Recruitment

The Andhra Pradesh High Court declined to hear a PIL seeking a CBI probe into the Mega DSC-2025 recruitment process, observing that public intere

Sense of insecurity emerges as key concern of elderly people during panels sitting in Kochi

Complaints lodged by senior citizens with the Kerala State Elderly Commission pertained to issues including neglect of elderly parents by adult c

Empowering Women in Neemuch: Self-Help Groups Transforming Lives

Neemuch, August 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of Self-Reliant Women and Lakshmi Didis has found new expression among rural women in Nee

Breastfeeding Cabins Set Up in Nizamabad Temples

The Endowments Department has introduced breastfeeding cabins at major temples in Nizamabad, providing private spaces for mothers to feed their i

Psychology says people who get irritated at times on even small issues aren't necessarily angry: Here is what their behaviour may mean

Psychology says people who get irritated at times on even small issues aren't necessarily angry or mean. Irritation can appear when stress, tired

Uttarkashi: Relief and Rehabilitation Efforts Gain Momentum One Year After Disaster

New Delhi, August 5: One year after the devastating natural disaster in the Dharali-Harsil region, relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction eff

Security beefed up as Congress, PDP, NC to observe August 5 as 'Black Day'

Police, the Army and the CRPF have stepped up security arrangements by increasing vehicle checking, frisking and surveillance at sensitive locati

AU Postpones Exams Due to Bandh

Andhra University has postponed undergraduate, postgraduate and professional course examinations scheduled for Wednesday due to the bandh. Revise

D.Y. Patils Passing Marks a Great Loss for the Nation: Bhai Jagatap

Mumbai, August 5: Congress leader Bhai Jagatap expressed deep sorrow over the passing of D.Y. Patil, the former Governor of Tripura and Bihar, re

Veteran Actor Pradeep Rawat Passes Away at 74, Remembered for Iconic Roles

Mumbai, August 5: Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, renowned for his memorable roles in Bollywood films like Lagaan and Ghajini, has passed away at th

Chargers Vs Blazers In Basketball Girls Final

Golconda Gladiators will meet Secunderabad Stallions in the summit clash

Telangana Signs Pact With IndiGo CSR Arm to Support Female Pilot Aspirants

The Telangana Intermediate Education Department has partnered with IndiGoReach and BharatCares to support female students from economically disad

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister to Address Tobacco Farmers Concerns in West Godavari

Amaravati, August 5: Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the president of the YSR Congress Party and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is set to visit

Cape Town airport runway closed after plane's tyres fail, passengers safe

All arriving flights are being diverted to other airports. Domestic departures are operating but not international departures

Jammu and Kashmir the elusive quest for Statehood

Seven years on, J&K still awaits restored Statehood and accountable governance

Delhi Government Committed to Achieving TB-Free India Goal: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta

New Delhi, August 5: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta of Delhi participated in an awareness workshop for public representatives on Tuesday, aimed at th

Israel Won't Leave Gaza Until Hamas Is Completely Disarmed: Netanyahu

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday that Israel will not withdraw from its current lines in Gaza until Hamas has completely disarmed a

Punjab Assembly passes resolution urging Centre to suspend mandatory rollout of E20 fuel

Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema also questioned why the implementation of the E20 fuel policy has been advanced as against the earlier targe

Air India Flight AI2379 Encounters Turbulence from Phuket to New Delhi, Seven Injured

New Delhi, August 5: Air India Flight AI2379, traveling from Phuket, Thailand, to New Delhi, experienced severe turbulence during its flight on T

Nvidia-backed AI startup seals $10b Anthropic deal

AI firm Anthropic has secured a significant computing capacity deal. This agreement is valued at ten billion dollars and spans six years. The con

Delhi High Court Upholds Extended Investigation Period for Foreign Nationals in Terror Training Case

New Delhi, August 5: The Delhi High Court has upheld a lower courts decision to extend the investigation period for seven foreign nationals arres

Incoming Apple CEO Ternus rehires former VP Legros

Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus is bringing back Laura Legros to his new management team. Legros previously served as a vice president of hardware

Tehran may allow Europe to clear mines in Hormuz

Iran may permit European nations to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz. This potential shift could aid peace talks and normalize shipping rout

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation

NATOs European shift offers India new strategic and defence opportunities

Sachin Siwach, Preeti Pawar eye Asian Games gold after record-breaking Boxing medal haul at CWG 2026

Speaking to ANI, Sachin, who secured a gold medal in the men's 60 kg final, said that seeing the national flag hoisted after the gold medal win i

Major Currency Smuggling Attempt Foiled at Amritsar Airport

Amritsar, August 5: A significant attempt at foreign currency smuggling was thwarted at Sri Guru Ram Dass Ji International Airport in Amritsar. D

Straws in the wind: On the Bankipur, Datia and Manjalpur by-elections

Indias voters do not seem averse to fresh political experiments

Singareni Gets Fresh Lease of Life With Three New Coal Blocks

Singareni Collieries has secured three new coal blocks in Telangana and Odisha, strengthening its long-term production capacity, safeguarding job

India Condemns Houthi Attack on Commercial Vessel in Red Sea

New Delhi, August 4: The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the attack by Houthi rebels on an Indian-flagged cargo ship in the Red

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Fulham sign Gonzalo, Palacios from Real Madrid

Arbeloa coached Real's youth and reserve teams before taking over the senior side in January to replace compatriot Xabi Alonso. He left Real at t

DiCaprio, Bezos plan $200m project for endangered species

Two foundations have committed two hundred million dollars to aid endangered species. This initiative aims to revive one hundred of Earth's most

Quote of the day by Whoopi Goldberg: 'You have to believe in yourself in spite of...' Life lessons from motivational quote on inner strength, self-reliance, confidence and emotional independence

Quote of the day by Whoopi Goldberg focuses on believing in yourself even when others doubt you. Her words explain the importance of self-relianc

Zaheer Khan Becomes Co-Owner of Lanka Premier Leagues Jaffna Kings

Colombo, August 5: Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan has joined as a co-owner of the Jaffna Kings, the most successful franchise in the Lanka

FIFA executive Arsene Wenger backs decision to drop Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan

Wenger's statement on the controversy came after a letter from UEFA's lawyers to Infantino threatening legal action named the French coaching gre

Government Submits Affidavit to Supreme Court on NEET-UG Paper Leak Controversy

New Delhi, August 5: In response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, the central government has submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court. T

Algeria part ways with national team coach Petkovic

Algeria made it to the round of 32 at the 48-team World Cup in North America as one of the best eight third-placed teams, losing 2-0 to Switzerla

Irdai told to draw up plan to make 3rd-party cover must for fuel purchase

The Supreme Court ordered Irdai to pilot compulsory third-party insurance for fuel purchases. New four-wheeled vehicles will require four years o

Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme

India needs to upgrade infrastructure, train coaches

Germany goalkeeper Ter Stegen joins Ajax on loan from Barcelona aiming to catch Klopp's eye

Ter Stegen is the second Germany international joining the Amsterdam club, which is seeking to rebound from a chaotic season that ended in fifth

Controversy Erupts Over UP Deputy CMs Remarks on Madrasas

Hyderabad, August 5: A controversy has emerged following remarks made by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya regarding madra

CWGhigh fuels calls to make Haryana co-host for 2030 games

Ernakulam steps up emergency measures after red alert

War cost to world = '2.6 billion barrels of oil'

Global oil inventories have significantly depleted since the US-Israeli war with Iran began. Saudi Aramco's chief stated that replenishing these

Mamata Banerjee Claims Royalty Issues Linked to BJPs Influence

Kolkata, August 5: Mamata Banerjee, the leader of the Trinamool Congress and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, has alleged that she has not r

Delimitation may be less attractive for BJP now

A young Brahmin, a young Dalit and a young OBC voter may occupy very different positions in the social hierarchy, yet they can share common anxie

Work expedited to construct macro drains to carry flood waters to Buckingham Canal