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Amnesty International alleges that police in the capital New Delhi and the state of Bihar used excessive force against youth-led Cockroach protesters.

In mouse skull marrow, 'immune hubs' that actively defend the brain have been discovered. Similar cells exist in human skulls, but their role remains unclear.

Indias womens hockey team crashed out of the World Cup semi-final race after a goalless draw against Australia, who advanced to the last four on the goals-scored criterion.

Happy Birthday & welcome to special section of Webdunia . Here, We render the Astro update & shed light on the personality of the Birthday Boy/ Girl. If your birthday falls on the 24 th of the month, then your birth number becomes (2+4) 6. Number 6 people are influenced by Venus planet. People affected by Venus have a magnetic personality and are jolly in nature. Besides, they are inclined towards the field or the arts. Banking on high self confidence they remain unaffected by adverse circumstan

Four people were injured after a sound box structure collapsed during Yashs Toxic pre-release event at Malla Reddy University in Hyderabad. Police have registered a case.

The Chinese humanoid robot Lightning ran a 100-meter trial race faster than human world-record holder Usain Bolt. A year ago, humanoid robots struggled to finish a race.

Iran has said nations joining US economic sanctions against it would be considered enemies. Earlier this week, President Trump had announced what he called the most crushing economic operation against Tehran.

Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday staged a sit-in outside a police station in New Delhi on Friday after authorities allegedly refused to register the complaint of a student protester's pellet injuries suffered during last month's ...

The son of a parliamentarian has been booked for allegedly driving an Aston Martin that struck and killed a young woman in Hyderabad.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath invited Japanese companies to make Uttar Pradesh their Second Industrial Home, highlighting investment, technology, manufacturing and R&D opportunities.

The Indian government has undertaken early exploratory discussions to see if E10 fuel petrol with 10% ethanol can be retailed for older vehicles in India, news outlet Indian Express reported, citing unnamed sources.

Tulsi has been revered in Hindu tradition for centuries and holds a special place in religious practices. The Padma Purana also describes the glory and significance of Tulsi and considers the plant especially dear to Lord Vishnu. For this reason, Tulsi leaves are an essential part of many Vishnu-related rituals, and a Vishnu puja is traditionally considered incomplete without Tulsi. Several customs associated with Tulsi worship continue to be followed in Hindu households. One such tradition is

Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan be moved to a private hospital amid concerns about his deteriorating health. The government says it wants the decision to be reviewed.

Income Tax Department raids are underway across Ahmedabad, Gandhidham, Mundra and Rajkot over alleged fake Form 15CB, paper transactions and overseas fund transfers.

Four US states have taken Meta to court, accusing the social media giant of deliberately making Facebook and Instagram addictive for children. Meta has denied the charges.

France is seeing water shortages in regions that usually have plenty of supply. This summer's extreme heat is exposing how unprepared much of the country, and Europe, is for increasing water scarcity.

Kolkata hotel fire kills nine, including a four-year-old child, and injures six others. Bangladeshis are among the deceased as a probe into the blaze begins.

A defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey brings Islamabad deeper into the security architecture of the Middle East. How is India planning to respond?

Visa Infinite evolves into a premium three-tiered suite - Visa Infinite, Visa Infinite Privilege and Visa Infinite Private - enabling distinct elevated privileges for Indias affluent segments through a unified and scalable premium propositions

The Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) has flagged an incident in which a commercial vessel's captain is allegedly being pressured to force its crew to transit through the high-risk Strait of Hormuz.

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday said it would constitute a high-powered committee to investigate alleged violence, both by and against police, during the recent youth-led protests that swept India.

A landmark trial seeking to hold Meta accountable for the alleged harm its social media platforms cause children is set to begin in California on Tuesday. Four US states, California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey, argue the company misled the public about the safety of Instagram and Facebook and deliberately made the apps addictive for minors. Lawyers for the states also allege Meta is violating privacy laws by routinely collecting data on children under 13 without their parents' consent.

More than 100 people in Maharashtra reportedly developed mercury toxicity symptoms after using suspected beauty creams. FDA raids uncover dangerously high mercury levels.

India's education ministry has directed the NTA to audit its exam process amid renewed calls for the agency to be dissolved.

UP Tourisms Riding Chapters returns on August 22-23 with a two-day motorcycle journey covering Chunar Fort, Shooltankeshwar Temple and monsoon waterfalls.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren cancelled the JSSC-CGL and TDPL exams and ordered an inquiry into all recruitment examinations conducted in the state since 2014.

Jio BlackRock Asset Management Private Limited (JioBlackRock Asset Management), a 50:50 JV between Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and BlackRock, on Monday announced that it will introduce Regular Plans across its eligible mutual fund schemes, ...

Jio Prime Membership Programme was originally created as an act of gratitude to Jios first 100 million customers. Today, it is reintroduced to provide assurance of price guarantee and a range of additional benefits, for Jios family of over 500 ...

Indrajaal and Sigma Advanced Systems have secured Rs.155 crore in government orders for Indrajaal Ranger mobile anti-drone vehicles for border and urban security.

The Indian rupee could weaken further against the US dollar over the next two fiscal years, with BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, forecasting the currency at Rs 97 per dollar by the end of FY2026-27 and Rs 99 by the end of FY2027-28. The rupee is currently around Rs 95.4 per dollar and has already fallen nearly 4% since the start of the US-Iran conflict. Higher energy prices, global risk aversion and less favourable India-US interest-rate differentials are expected to keep pressure on the curren

Months after canceling the medical entrance exam, India's testing agency has canceled three other exams prompting outrage among opposition leaders.

Months after canceling the medical entrance exam, India's testing agency has canceled three other exams prompting outrage among opposition leaders.

Happy birthday and welcome to this special section of Webdunia English. Here, we render the astro updates and shed light on the personality of the birthday boy/girl. Here we go: If your birth date falls on the 11 th of the month, then Birth Number is 1+1 =2. This number is influenced by the moon. It is a symbol of being sentimental. You can get saddened by the misery of a third person. You are mentally stable, but the same cant be said for your physical strength. Due to the feminine traits of mo

Singer Sonu Nigam has once again won hearts with his dedication to music. A video of the singer singing while undergoing finger surgery at a hospital has gone viral on social media. In the video, Sonu can be seen lying on a hospital bed while doctors perform surgery on his finger. Despite undergoing the painful procedure, the singer remains calm and continues to sing Mohammed Rafis classic Suhani Raat Dhal Chuki Hai. The video also shows Sonu interacting with the doctors and medical staff duri

A new study has found that being significantly overweight could be responsible for more cases of cancer than previously known. Abdominal fat, in particular, increases the risk of cancer especially among women.

Dharmendra Pradhan spoke for the first time since his resignation as education minister following mass protests against him. He said he suffered because of Gen Z, who led the protests.

Happy Birthday & welcome to special section of Webdunia . Here, We render the Astro update & sheds light on the personality of the Birthday Boy/ Girl. If your birth date falls on 9 th , the birth number becomes (0+9) 9. The last number of the numerology is number 9. The number is influenced by planet Mars. The number 9 people are always pumped up and seen cruising towards goal. These people are quiet Brave. As Mars planet is considered the commander of planets, Number 9 people are bestowed with

Iran has said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is in its final stage if the US doesn't obstruct it.

The Reserve Bank of India plans to introduce the country's first polymer currency notes in FY28. Learn how the new notes will improve durability, security and reduce replacement costs.

Amid talk of an AI sector bubble, one aspect is under scrutiny. Many big AI players are invested in smaller ones, who then buy the bigger firm's products. This brings risks and advantages.

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has shared his thoughts on Rohit Sharma's future and whether the Indian captain will be part of the team's plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The world number one women's tennis player supports the WTA's new sex testing rules. Others are more critical of the policy.

IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach Report reveals that the average cost of cyberattacks in India has risen to Rs 25.5 crore as AI-driven threats continue to increase.

The coalition of largely Democratic-led states is challenging the Trump administration's argument that tariffs will address imports produced by alleged forced labor abroad. The White House insists the move is legal.

ICC Chairman Jay Shah has inaugurated Tanzania's new TCA Arena ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Challenge League B 2026, marking a major step in the country's cricket development.

Kangana Ranaut has once again found herself at the centre of controversy after commenting on an unnamed actress' clothing, language and political views amid the student protest debate. Read the full controversy.

India's manufacturing growth weakened in July as domestic demand slowed, pushing the HSBC Manufacturing PMI to its lowest level in nearly five years despite strong export growth.

Noel Tata has outlined Tata Trusts' long-term strategy, focusing on healthcare, education, institution building and measurable social impact under the philosophy of serving India's needs.

Nine of India's 10 most valuable companies added Rs 2.51 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, with Bajaj Finance emerging as the biggest gainer.

In country after country, more women are dying from the heat than men. But researchers say biology isn't the main reason. Age, working conditions, and unequal access to rest may drive the gap.