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Speaking at the inauguration of the QUANTUM exhibition in Bengaluru, Shivakumar called for deeper collaboration with American universities, research institutions, incubators and innovation hubs in areas including quantum technology, skilling and joint research. He also highlighted Karnataka's plans for India's first Quantum City

Gold prices in Delhi rose by 200 to 1.54 lakh per 10 grams on Friday, extending gains for the fourth straight session. Silver remained unchanged at 2,34,800 per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, after witnessing a sharp rise in the previous session.

The FDA also seized banned gutkha and pan masala worth Rs 20.29 lakh and other food products worth Rs 2.63 crore, taking the total value of seized goods to Rs 2.83 crore.

A man threw ink at All India Students' Association president Neha Bora during a protest march to the Jharkhand Assembly here on Friday over alleged irregularities in recruitment exams in the state, accusing her of being anti-national.

The meeting came a day after Modi held a breakfast meeting with 45 Parliamentarians, including several MPs who had recently changed political affiliations and joined the BJP-led NDA. The interaction took place amid disruptions during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament.

India does not support the creation of a common BRICS currency, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said after a two-day meeting of BRICS trade and industry ministers in Jaipur.

It mandates that, in the case of disputes mediation must be completed within 90 days and requires courts to release at least 50 per cent of disputed awarded amounts to MSMEs if an appeal lingers past six months.

Yash's much-awaited 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups' has raised excitement among fans with the release of a new action-packed poster ahead of its trailer launch. Actress Kiara Advani has arrived in Bengaluru for the trailer launch event, with the makers announcing that the trailer will be released at 7.01 pm

The US Senate has overwhelmingly passed a bill allowing President Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on goods from major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including India and China. Passed 86-11, the legislation also targets Russian officials and extends Iran sanctions until 2031. The bill now awaits consideration by the House of Representatives on August 31.

The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 proposes a major overhaul of India's higher education regulatory system by replacing multiple regulators with a unified framework. While the government says the reform will improve quality, autonomy and efficiency in line with the NEP 2020.

India's textile and apparel exports to the United States, worth nearly $11 billion a year, now face a competitive disadvantage against Asian rivals.

Nepal's RSP government, elected in March 2026 on an anti-corruption platform, is facing its biggest test after communal violence in the Terai exposed gaps in intelligence, crisis management and political communication despite early governance gains.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The pact states that an armed attack on any one of the three nations will be treated as an attack on all, while boosting defence cooperation. The deal has fuelled speculation over a broader regional security alliance.

The Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department has established 30 special teams to carry out surprise inspections of hotels, restaurants and food outlets in Bengaluru and other major areas across the state. This initiative follows an increase in complaints regarding poor food quality, hygiene and food safety breaches.

The government said the studies found no significant adverse impact on vehicle performance, engine durability, fuel efficiency or material compatibility, including in legacy vehicles, following comprehensive scientific evaluation before the rollout of E20 fuel.

Adhikari said Chakraborty is recovering well, is likely to be discharged soon, and had requested that the procedure not be publicised. The Chief Minister described him as an asset of Bengal and praised his contribution to both cinema and politics.

The government told the Supreme Court of India that the concept of a creamy layer cannot be extended for the reservation of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes categories. The government argued that the doctrine has consistently been applied to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) only.

Gauahar Khan attended the party with husband Zaid Darbar, and shared unseen pictures, including one with ex-boyfriend Kushal Tandon. Another viral clip showed Agu Stanley Chiedozie playfully lifting Seema Sajdeh.

The celebrity lineup includes Aaditya Kulshreshth aka Kullu, Abhishek Malhan aka Fukraa Insaan, Ansh Chopra, Dalip Tahil, Harman Singha, Ikka Singh, Karan Singh Magic, Krystle D'souza, Mallika Sherawat, Munawar Faruqui, Parul Gulati, Prish, Ranveer Brar, Rhea Chakraborty, Rida Tharana, Sahil Salathia, Shahneel Gill, Shalini Passi, Shweta Tiwari, Soundous Moufakir and Tanya Puri.

Harshvardhan Rane and Sanjeeda Shaikh's latest Instagram posts from a monsoon getaway has sparked dating rumours. Eagle-eyed fans spotted striking similarities in their cosy setup, including the two cups of tea, leaving many convinced the rumoured couple spent the weekend together.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has reiterated that normal relations with Pakistan can move forward only in an environment free from terrorism, hostility and violence. In the Lok Sabha, he outlined India's diplomatic and strategic measures following the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks. Separately, MoS External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said India is pursuing permanent membership of an expanded UN Security Council through bilateral and multilateral engagements.

Amid escalating Red Sea tensions, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Indian missions across the Gulf are providing 24x7 assistance to Indian-flagged ships and seafarers while coordinating with maritime authorities.

The petition had alleged that Vijay was involved in an extramarital relationship with a female actor, claims he had not publicly responded to. The court allowed the withdrawal while granting Sangeetha the liberty to file a fresh petition in the future, if required.

The Nifty ended the session down 65.35 points, or 0.27 per cent, at 24,570.65, while the Sensex declined 455.59 points, or 0.58 per cent, to settle at 78,499.17.

The students in Jharkhand gathered at the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi, demanding the cancellation of all JSSC CGL, JSSC JE, and PGT exams after 2019, a CBI investigation into the irregularities, strict action against the mafias and agencies involved, disclosure of category-wise cut-offs (UR, EWS, BC-I, BC-II, SC, ST), OMR copies, and response sheets for transparency regarding the process and a recruitment calendar modelled after UPSC/SSC standards.

The government has strengthened maritime safety through updated advisories, a 24x7 control room, the eNavik portal, and close coordination with the Indian Navy, MEA and international maritime agencies.

In a shocking incident in Jammu's Bishnah area, a man allegedly bludgeoned his 11-year-old stepson to death with bricks and stones before dumping his body in a nearby gorge. Police arrested the accused, Ravi Kumar, and registered a case under Section 103 of the BNS, while an investigation is underway to ascertain the motive behind the brutal killing.

Seven people were killed after a student allegedly opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand before dying by suicide, police said. Authorities alleged the attacker had earlier killed his grandparents. Students and teachers were among the dead, while investigators continue probing the motive behind the shooting.

Announcing the launch, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal invited users to follow the ministry on Snapchat for exclusive stories, updates and behind-the-scenes content on India's diplomatic engagements.

The Delhi High Court has stayed an FSSAI order directing Dabur India to stop selling products carrying claims like 100% Pure, 100% Natural and 100% Organic. The court observed that Dabur was not given a hearing before the order was issued and granted interim relief while seeking responses from the Centre and FSSAI

Security forces have intensified counter-terror operations across Kashmir to track down LeT terrorist Mohammad Latif Bhat, who is suspected of involvement in the killing of two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam and J&K Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain in Anantnag. Jammu and Kashmir Police have announced a Rs 15 lakh reward for credible information leading to his arrest.

Speaking at an event in Mumbai, Mohan Bhagwat said Gen Z expects logical answers rather than accepting things unquestioningly, unlike earlier generations. When we were young, we listened to our elders without questioning. Now, Gen Z wants logical answers, he said.

White House defended President Donald Trump's immigration policies, claiming the administration has deported more than three million undocumented immigrants, halted their release into the US for 15 consecutive months, tightened visa screening, restricted birth tourism and expanded enforcement measures aimed at strengthening border security.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has cautioned citizens and the media against sharing unverified visuals and misleading claims related to the India-China border circulating on social media. It urged everyone to rely only on official updates from the Ministry of Defence and the Indian Armed Forces

The film will release across an unprecedented number of screens and shows statewide, while Bengaluru alone is set to witness a record-breaking number of Day One screenings, establishing a new benchmark for theatrical exhibition

The Lok Sabha passed the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 without debate amid Opposition protests. The legislation extends tax incentives for electronics manufacturing, eases rules for foreign investors and cloud companies, and empowers the government to modify the zero-MDR framework for UPI and RuPay transactions.

The makers of Ramayana have released the English-dubbed trailer with Brahma AI-powered lip-sync technology. Ranbir Kapoor's English dubbing has won praise from fans, while Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed hope that Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana will bring home an Oscar.

PM Modi on Thursday spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed recent developments in West Asia. The leaders reviewed progress in the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and agreed to remain in touch.

The data provided by the ministry showed that a maximum expense of 17,46,50,390 was incurred during the visit to Norway in the second half of May. This was followed by 11,92,25,938 that was spent on the Prime Minister's visit to Israel in February. He has visited 13 countries this year so far.

The government said Indian coffee was exported to more than 140 countries in FY202526, with growing demand in markets such as the UAE, Australia, South Korea, Egypt, Kuwait, the UK, and new destinations including Djibouti, Micronesia and Timor-Leste. I

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rejected Congress' claims that the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, would make UPI transactions chargeable, clarifying that MDR applies only to merchants. She said UPI payments will remain free, and any future levy would require a separate government notification.

The Centre will hold fresh discussions with Meta on its recommendation algorithms and content moderation systems as it strengthens oversight of digital platforms. The talks will focus on tackling harmful content, deepfakes and child sexual abuse material while ensuring compliance with Indian laws

The Sensex fell 438.68 points to 78,516.08, while the Nifty slipped 97.10 points to 24,538.90. Banking, financial and cement stocks led the losses, whereas IT, auto, realty, FMCG and telecom shares gained

The action, taken under the 2023 dark patterns guidelines, targeted practices such as drip pricing, basket sneaking, confirm shaming and forced subscriptions. The government said the move aims to improve transparency and strengthen consumer protection in the digital marketplace.

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Television host Mini Mathur emerged as the first-ever winner of Alliance; he took home a Rs 50 lakh prize. During the final week of the show, Salman Khan entered the Alliance HQ and had an emotional conversation with his brother Sohail Khan about his divorce from Seema Sajdeh, encouraging him to move on with his life.

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 seeks to amend the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, which governs how individuals, associations and organisations receive and use foreign donations.

The debate has also gained international attention after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that American foreign aid would increasingly be routed directly to national governments instead of NGOs, adding a new dimension to the discussion on regulating foreign funding

A Chandigarh district court has summoned Salman Khan, his sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri and the directors of Style and Content Jewellery Pvt Ltd in connection with an alleged cheating case linked to a Being Human jewellery showroom.

The Sensex rose 374 points, or 0.48 per cent, to settle at 78,954.76, while the Nifty gained 11.35 points, or 0.05 per cent, to close at 24,636.00.