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Kunwari Barwa's initiatives began with a self-help group where women saved small amounts of money together. As the group expanded, they formed a farmer producer organisation focused on ragi cultivation and product sales. The collective now boasts 1,501 members and generates monthly sales of Rs 6 lakh to Rs 7 lakh. Women involved gain employment opportunities and experience market exposure through fairs and exhibitions beyond their village.

In a breathtaking gold medal bout, Manisha overturned a daunting 0-6 deficit to defeat Pan American champion Abigail Nette 8-6. Refusing to surrender despite falling behind early, the Indian wrestler mounted a remarkable comeback to turn the contest on its head and secure a historic victory.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed dissatisfaction with DoorDash's acquisition of Instacart for $17 billion. This acquisition follows a $131.5 million settlement won by the city for wage violations by DoorDash. Mamdani highlighted the contradiction between DoorDash's spending and their previous wage underpayments to delivery workers. Approximately 264,000 Dashers will be compensated as part of this settlement. The mayor emphasized the need for ongoing support for workers against corporate g

Team India faced a significant setback as New Zealand achieved an 87-run victory in Auckland. Glenn Phillips and Jacob Duffy played critical roles in New Zealand's decisive performance. India struggled in their chase after losing early wickets and could not sustain their innings. New Zealand posted their highest-ever T20I total of 259 runs, which India could not match.

Amit Shah has sounded the election bugle in Uttar Pradesh with a promise to implement the Uniform Civil Code if the BJP returns to power in 2027. The pledge puts ideology and identity at the centre of the states next political battle. Shah also praised the Yogi Adityanath government and projected the BJP as an unshakeable force. Akhilesh Yadav was quick to respond. Mocking Shahs timing, he said, Badi der kardi meherbaan aate aate. The SP chief is also pointing to the Legislative Council results,

Police in Scotland are investigating disturbing allegations surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to Balmoral Castle. The probe reportedly centres on claims that women may have been trafficked to the Scottish royal estate. The investigation follows revelations about Andrew and Maxwell travelling aboard Epstein's private jet to Edinburgh in September 2006. Police Scotland has confirmed receiving information and conducting active enquiries, describin

India had already taken an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series and were looking for another win. However, a record-breaking batting performance from Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell helped New Zealand pull off a massive victory. After winning the toss, India decided to bowl first. But the decision proved costly as the hosts smashed 259/7 in 20 overs, their highest-ever total in T20Is. Chasing the mammoth target, India managed only 172/9 in their 20 overs.

Rodrigues injured her hamstring on August 3 while playing for English franchise Southern Brave in The Hundred.

Watch | All India Muslim Jamaat National President Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi reacts to actor Sara Ali Khans visit to Kedarnath Temple, where she offered prayers. He says that, under Islamic Sharia, participating in the religious practices of another faith is impermissible for Muslims. He further says that if Sara performed the rituals of her own free will, it would be considered a sin and an act that is haram.

Arshdeep Singh has made history as the first Indian bowler to reach 150 T20I wickets, accomplishing this remarkable feat during the fourth T20I match against New Zealand in Auckland. He achieved this milestone in just 103 matches across a span of over 1,577 days. Notably, in 2026, he also recorded the highest wickets in T20Is among players from Full Member nations, underscoring his vital role in Indian cricket's shortest format.

At 31, Dr Koyyala Ruth John Paul defied the odds to earn her MD in Emergency Medicine, battling adversity after being ousted from her home for her transgender identity. Supported by the community, Ruth confronted hospital rejections and bureaucratic hurdles regarding her recognition. She ultimately joined a government facility and became a fierce advocate for improved healthcare rights for transgender individuals in India, marking a significant personal and societal milestone.

Indian fans in Auckland are buzzing as Team India takes a 3-0 series lead against New Zealand. From celebrating the wins to eagerly waiting to see their favourite stars, fans share their excitement ahead of the 4th T20I

Sooryavanshi had featured in the second and third T20Is in place of Kishan, who was out with an injury. India also made a change to their bowling attack, with Mayank Yadav coming in for experienced pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

An Iranian parliamentarian has publicly urged Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to authorise the development of an atomic bomb, highlighting a growing debate over Tehran's nuclear policy. Sayed Mahmoud Nabavian said he made the appeal during a gathering in Qom, where he claimed it received public approval. The demand follows similar calls from other Iranian lawmakers amid the confrontation with the United States and Israel. Iran's leadership has not announced any approval, and Tehran continues to

Mumbai Indians are undergoing a major overhaul, with Kieron Pollard taking charge as head coach and several key members exiting the support staff. Amid the uncertainty, bringing Rohit Sharma back as captain could offer stability, continuity and breathing space for the new coaching setup. With Tilak Varma viewed as a future leader, IPL 2027 could be about managing transition rather than chasing immediate glory.

Rashid Khan achieved a historic milestone by taking his 200th T20I wicket during a match against Zimbabwe. The moment occurred in Sharjah as he dismissed Tadiwanashe Marumani for only two runs. Azmatullah Omarzai played a crucial role, scoring 116 runs and helping Afghanistan recover from a challenging start. Afghanistan posted an impressive total of 221 runs, securing an eighth straight series victory over Zimbabwe.

In a dazzling comeback, Azmatullah Omarzai rescued Afghanistan with an extraordinary century, scoring 116 runs from 50 deliveries after a shaky start against Zimbabwe. This achievement marked a record for T20I lower-order batters. His pivotal collaboration with Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, worth 142 runs for the sixth wicket, pushed Afghanistan to a total of 221/7. Although Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza matched him with a century, the chase ultimately proved futile.

Inspired by WWE star Roman Reigns and nicknamed Khatima ka Russell for his big-hitting prowess, Indian Army havaldar Kapil Pokhariya took an unconventional route to boxing. Growing up in a small Uttarakhand village, he went from punching homemade bags filled with mountain soil to winning bronze in the mens 90kg category at the 2026 Asian Games. Kapil reflects on his childhood, his fathers support, his Army journey and his dream of Olympic glory.

A British Hindu advocacy group has placed Pakistans minority record under parliamentary scrutiny. Its report says Hindus in the region that became West Pakistan accounted for 14.6% of the population in 1941. Pakistans latest census records Hindu Jati at 1.61%, while Scheduled Castes are counted separately at 0.56%. The report alleges that violence, land loss, forced displacement, forced conversion and forced marriage have weakened the community. It estimates that more than 1,000 Hindu and Christ

China has issued a strong warning to the United States after the Trump administration blacklisted three Chinese biotechnology companies over alleged forced labour in Xinjiang. Beijing has rejected the accusations, calling them a lie of the century and accusing Washington of using human rights as a pretext to suppress Chinese businesses.The US import ban targets BGI Group, BGI Genomics and MGI Tech, with US authorities alleging links to forced labour involving Uyghurs and other persecuted ethnic