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Assam Congress to hold statewide march against proposed reduction of Kaziranga

Guwahati: The Assam Congress will hold a statewide march on August 29 to protest the proposed reduction of the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kaziranga National Park. State Congress general secretary (organisation) Ramanna Baruah, in a circular, asked district Congress committee presidents to organise the march and mobilise leaders and workers against the proposal. The Congress [] The post Assam Congress to hold statewide march against proposed reduction of Kazirangas ESZ appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 9:55 pm

Human activity is pushing lakes beyond their natural carbon limits

Lakes play an important role in capturing and storing carbon, which accumulates in their sediments. But the amounts they can absorb have varied considerably over time. Jean-Fran

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Narrow ultrasonic beam enables stable 3D levitation six times farther than before

Scientists have developed a new acoustic levitation technique using an ultrasonic beam capable of levitating and moving small objects in midair over distances of up to 40 cm (16 inches), six times farther than previously achieved using conventional methods. The study, carried out by a research team from the University of Tsukuba in Japan and the University of Bristol, was published in the journal Physical Review Letters.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

CanopyFit maps urban tree sites with greatest cooling potential

UBC researchers and municipal partners have developed a modeling tool to help cities adapt to rising temperatures by mapping where new trees offer the greatest cooling impact.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

Western disturbance linked to Nepal floods

The western disturbance is a possible contributor to the broader rainfall environment rather than an established direct cause of the flash flood; the immediate mechanism behind the sudden release of water remains under investigation, a senior IMD official says

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

Why some lava-covered exoplanets retain atmospheres for billions of years

Stanford researchers have offered an explanation for why some sizzling, lava-covered worlds nestled tightly around their stars can retain their atmospheres. At such close quarters, intense stellar radiation should strip away a planet

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

Meghalaya Assembly passes resolution against uranium mining, processing

Meghalaya's Assembly adopted a resolution opposing uranium mining and processing facilities. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma tabled the resolution, which received opposition support. Land ownership in Meghalaya is protected under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Local communities and groups have opposed mining due to health and environmental concerns. The state government will communicate this decision to the central government.

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Tangled plastic and fishing gear found in pilot whales stranded in Hawaii

A new study by University of Hawai

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

No sick days? How remote work is changing the way we work when ill

Working from home and digital technology may be making it easier for employees to work while ill and blurring the boundaries between work and home, according to a new study.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Nanoparticles induce neuroregeneration in Alzheimer

The adult human brain has limited capacity to repair or regenerate neurons lost to Alzheimer

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

One molecule, one photon: Entanglement makes an imperceptible recoil measurable

For decades, light has been used to understand the molecular structures of matter. A sample is irradiated with light, and measurements determine the wavelengths at which it is absorbed. Since each molecule absorbs light at very specific wavelengths that depend on its structure, the resulting absorption spectrum acts like a molecular fingerprint. For individual molecules, however, this signal is vanishingly small and mostly indistinguishable from noise.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Bat DNA adaptations may connect virus defense, longevity and cancer resistance

Bats are anomalies in the mammalian world

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Meghalaya: Over 6.51 lakh records flagged during SIR, hearings suspended in 14 constituencies

Guwahati: More than 6.51 lakh voter records have been marked for verification or notice during Meghalayas ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. Hearings in 14 Assembly constituencies of East Khasi Hills have meanwhile been suspended temporarily because of the law and order situation. The figures were presented during a review chaired by [] The post Meghalaya: Over 6.51 lakh records flagged during SIR, hearings suspended in 14 constituencies appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 8:26 pm

AI robot trains teachers to handle heated issues

Researchers at La Trobe University are using a robot driven by artificial intelligence (AI) to better prepare teachers to deal with challenging conversations in schools.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 8:10 pm

Months after poachers hacked off its tusks, Assam elephant undergoes critical dental procedure

Veterinary experts perform complex pulpotomy on 16-year-old Mangal Singh to treat severe infection after the tusks were sawed off near their roots

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 8:00 pm

LLM-based platform for generating new materials synthesis recipes dramatically cuts trial and error

A research team led by Professor Sung Beom Cho of the School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), in collaboration with the teams of Professors Jin Sung Park and Hyunsouk Cho of Ajou University and Professor Ju Li of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), has developed a

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 7:50 pm

Meghalaya Assembly unanimously opposes uranium mining in state

Guwahati: The Meghalaya Assembly on Wednesday unanimously opposed uranium exploration, mining and processing in the state, with all 60 MLAs backing a resolution moved by Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma. The resolution urged the Centre, the Department of Atomic Energy and Uranium Corporation of India Ltd (UCIL) not to permit or undertake uranium mining anywhere [] The post Meghalaya Assembly unanimously opposes uranium mining in state appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 7:37 pm

Meghalaya Assembly resolves to oppose uranium mining

Local communities have been resisting the proposed exploration of the radioactive mineral in Domiasiat, Lostoin, Mawthabah, and Wahkaji areas of South West Khasi Hills district

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 7:34 pm

Parents are increasingly abusive toward teachers and principals. How can schools respond?

Some private schools have begun asking parents to sign a code of conduct to try to stop abusive behavior toward teachers.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 7:30 pm

A field guide for the Wild West of AI-assisted environmental science

Researchers at UC Santa Barbara

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 7:30 pm

Dogs may use blinking as a subtle social signal

Blinking keeps eyes moist, sweeps away bits of dirt and dust, and helps the brain rest when processing visual information. But in dogs, it may also serve another function as a subtle social signal. That was one of the conclusions of new research published in the journal Royal Society Open Science, which found that dogs blink more often when they see their owners blinking.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 7:10 pm

After 80 years, elusive molecules reveal how ozone starts turning plant emissions into haze

Scientists have directly observed a fleeting chemical reaction that creates a key ingredient in urban smog. The research offers insight into the earliest stages of pollution formation and could help improve air quality forecasting models.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:50 pm

Historic sulfur emissions

Murujuga is a sacred cultural landscape of land and sea Country across the Burrup Peninsula and Dampier Archipelago in Western Australia

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:50 pm

What has the return

We like to believe that whatever ails a company can be fixed by digitizing it. And technology is easy to swap. Rip out the old system, bolt in the new one, declare yourself modern. But a company is not its buildings, its machines or its software. It is the people in it.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:30 pm

Human rights expert explains why labor trafficking often hides in plain sight

It can happen in fields, restaurants, hotels and construction sites

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:10 pm

Do customer loyalty programs actually work? The benefits are in the eye of the cardholder

Whether you love a loyalty discount at the supermarket or frequently forget your loyalty card, loyalty programs (LPs) can be an essential support for families and households amid growing cost-of-living pressures.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:50 pm

Meghalaya Assembly Passes Resolution Against Uranium Exploration, Mining

Shillong, August 26: The Meghalaya Assembly unanimously passed a resolution opposing the exploration and mining of uranium in the state. The resolution, moved by Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, received support from all 60 legislators, reflecting a rare moment of complete consensus across party lines. Lawmakers urged the Centre, the Department of Atomic Energy, and... The post Meghalaya Assembly Passes Resolution Against Uranium Exploration, Mining first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 26 Aug 2026 5:44 pm

Hyperdoped silicon photodiode advances short-wave infrared detection at room temperature

Detecting short-wave infrared (SWIR) light, a region of the electromagnetic spectrum just beyond the light visible to the human eye, could be advantageous for many real-world applications. For instance, it could enable more advanced systems for capturing images at night, as well as sophisticated medical imaging, environmental monitoring and industrial inspection technologies.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:30 pm

Appropriated racial oppression shapes Black parents

Black parents who experienced higher levels of appropriated racial oppression

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:30 pm

Support groups for parents halved violence against children in wartime Ukraine, trial finds

Ukrainian parents who joined a support group program called

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:10 pm

Researchers map tick habitat to strengthen African swine fever preparedness

A small, nest-dwelling tick found across large parts of Texas could play an outsized role in how the United States responds to African swine fever (ASF) should the virus reach domestic or wild pigs.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 4:50 pm

Utah mountain ranges may store a billion tons of hidden ice

Unlike conventional glaciers, rock glaciers appear as piles of rock that obscure large masses of unaccounted-for ice. Rock glaciers are common in the Wasatch and Uinta ranges, even appearing on the Colorado Plateau in the La Sal Mountains near Moab.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Meghalaya Assembly Passes Resolution Against Uranium Mining

The Chief Minister said land in Meghalaya is governed by a distinctive constitutional and customary framework.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 4:09 pm

Cyclone frequency may rise over Indian coast from the warming of Pacific: study

A combination of global warming and a cyclical event called the Pacific Decadal Oscillation that repeats every 20-30 years, could make cyclones that originate near the Equator more frequent in the coming years

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 3:20 pm

Butterfly-inspired crystals could enable durable, potentially safer glitter

The next time you need to freshen up the paint on your house or apply a bit of cosmetic glitter before heading out for the night, you might want to give a quick nod to the butterflies fluttering in a nearby garden. Taking inspiration from structures on those wings that create their vibrant colors, researchers are now devising more durable and adjustable colors that are also safer for human health and the environment.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

Catalyzing the community: Chemists and Navajo leaders educate on clean water

Many Native American communities in rural areas rely on well water, but the quality and safety of that water can vary significantly. Researchers led by Jani C. Ingram measured levels of heavy metals in well water on tribal lands through a community partnership with the Navajo Nation. After compiling their water-quality data, the researchers and tribal leaders developed best practices for distributing educational resources about safe drinking water to residents of Navajo reservations.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

Volcanic eruptions and warming climate disrupt long-standing link between Indian and Pacific oceans

A new study that combines paleoclimate data and climate models suggests that large volcanic eruptions can disrupt the relationship between atmospheric circulation patterns over the tropical Indian and Pacific oceans. In addition, human-caused greenhouse gas emissions are now driving an unprecedented breakdown in interbasin coupling, according to researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI).

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

Too small for fries: Drought shrinks Belgian potatoes

Mathieu Comijn inspected rows of potatoes in a field of cracked earth and browned leaves, pulling from the ground tubers barely the size of pingpong balls.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:10 pm

Meghalaya Jobs 2026 : ICAR Umiam Recruitment [YP post]

Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or jobs in ICAR Umiam Meghalaya in 2026. Indian Council of Agricultural Research- ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region (ICAR RCNEH) Umiam Meghalaya is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Young Professional-II (Finance & Accounts) in 2026. Name of [] The post Meghalaya Jobs 2026 : ICAR Umiam Recruitment [YP post] appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 2:00 pm

Meghalaya Electoral Roll SIR Enters Verification Stage, 6.51 Lakh Electors Under Scrutiny

Shillong, Aug 26: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Meghalaya has entered the verification stage, with 6,51,644 electors flagged for scrutiny, Chief Electoral Officer BDR Tiwari said. According to Tiwari, 6,43,439 notices have been issued to the electors, of which 4,78,217 have been delivered. Hearings have so far been completed in 62,343... The post Meghalaya Electoral Roll SIR Enters Verification Stage, 6.51 Lakh Electors Under Scrutiny first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 26 Aug 2026 1:21 pm

Meghalaya tourism suffers nearly 100% losses amid Assam-Meghalaya border dispute, says Minister

Guwahati: Meghalaya Tourism Minister Timothy D Shira on Wednesday, August 26, said the states tourism industry suffered losses of nearly 100 per cent during the recent dispute with Assam, as tourist arrivals dropped sharply and restrictions on vehicle movement affected tourism-dependent businesses. Speaking on the second day of the Meghalaya Assembly session, Shira said the [] The post Meghalaya tourism suffers nearly 100% losses amid Assam-Meghalaya border dispute, says Minister appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 1:18 pm

'We Are The Real Trinamool': Meghalaya Party Chief Amid Crisis

In Meghalaya, the debate assumes significance as the state unit faces questions over its support base, organisational strength and prospects ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.

NDTV 26 Aug 2026 1:13 pm

Centre Exploring Special Coal Mining Framework For Meghalaya, Says CM Conrad Sangma

Shillong, August 26: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma informed the Assembly that the Centre is considering a special framework to enable scientific coal mining in the state, which has struggled to transition away from rat-hole mining practices. Responding to a short-duration discussion initiated by VPP president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, Sangma noted that the Supreme... The post Centre Exploring Special Coal Mining Framework For Meghalaya, Says CM Conrad Sangma first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 26 Aug 2026 10:59 am

Meghalaya: Conrad Sangma announces fact-finding panel over Shree Cement plant hearing

Guwahati: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday said the state needs investment from outside to expand its economy and create jobs, while announcing a fact-finding committee to examine concerns surrounding the public hearing for the proposed Shree Cement plant. Sangma was responding to a short-duration discussion on the 10-point charter of the Voice [] The post Meghalaya: Conrad Sangma announces fact-finding panel over Shree Cement plant hearing appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 9:54 am

Meghalaya seeks mining rules suited to local conditions, Centre reviewing proposal: Conrad Sangma

Guwahati: The Centre is considering a separate framework to help Meghalaya transition from traditional rat-hole coal mining to scientific mining, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma told the state Assembly on August 25. Responding to a short-duration discussion raised by VPP president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, Sangma said the Union Coal Ministry had recognised that Meghalayas mining [] The post Meghalaya seeks mining rules suited to local conditions, Centre reviewing proposal: Conrad Sangma appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 26 Aug 2026 8:45 am

Finns may live to 80 or 85, but productive healthy years average 43 to 46

For the first time in Finland, population-level norm values have been established for estimating life expectancy adjusted for health-related functional capacity and productivity. The new study provides Finnish norm values for both everyday functioning and work ability, as well as for a newly developed measure, productivity-adjusted life expectancy.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:50 am

Strong oyster reefs start with genetic diversity

The European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) was once widespread but has now become so scarce in the North Sea that it no longer forms ecologically functioning reefs. Along with the demise of the flat oyster, the three-dimensional structures that provide habitat for more than 100 marine species have disappeared. Restoration therefore focuses not only on the return of the European flat oyster itself but also on the reef and its associated biodiversity.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 6:10 am

Bright people know more about wine: How higher intelligence is reflected in deep domain knowledge

Intelligent people tend to perform better at school and at work, as numerous studies have shown. But what happens in domains where incentives such as good grades or financial rewards don

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:10 am

Animation boosts willingness to adopt airborne disease precautions, study finds

Even as the scientific community has reached a broad consensus that infectious pathogens, such as viruses, can spread through virus-laden aerosols, one fundamental challenge remains: How can scientific evidence be transformed into public understanding

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 5:10 am

A near extinct plant in Gal

A 30-year conservation effort has helped the critically endangered Gal

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 4:50 am

Porpoise entanglement recorded in real time, revealing calls and escape attempts

Researchers at the University of St Andrews have gained unprecedented insight into marine mammal behavior when they become tangled in fishing nets. In a paper published Aug. 26 in Royal Society Open Science, researchers from the Sea Mammal Research Unit and Scottish Oceans Institute at St Andrews discovered that their passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) systems, deployed on a gill net, had unintentionally recorded a bycatch event. This is thought to be the first time this kind of recording has taken place in such detail.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 4:40 am

Adaptation and a

With the invasive emerald ash borer beetle decimating black ash across North America, according to the U.S. Forest Service, a team led by researchers at Penn State conducted an expansive study of genetic diversity in black ash seeds collected across the tree

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 4:10 am

Workplace social media reduces staff turnover, study finds

Social media used inside organizations may help engage employees and increase staff retention, according to a paper in the International Journal of Applied Systemic Studies that examined this phenomenon in China. Employee engagement refers to a worker

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:50 am

Hydroclimate whiplash damages California

Tall trees are generally associated with high-biomass forests. This is particularly true for forests dominated by Sequoia sempervirens (hereafter redwood), the world

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:50 am

3D atomic imaging reveals a new pathway to crystal formation

The most common scientific approach for thinking about how condensation, freezing and other phase transitions begin is based in classical nucleation theory, which was developed about a century ago. Thousands of experiments have supported a key equation describing how initial ordered seeds, called nuclei, form within disordered matter.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:30 am

JWST reveals a race against time for forming planets

Planets form from disks of gas and dust around young stars, but the gas needed for growth does not last forever. New observations from NASA

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:20 am

Habitat changes found to be no deterrent for some Fijian native bees

While extreme weather and habitat changes can spell doom for many native animals, including insects, a different picture has emerged from a new study led by Flinders University. Long-running investigations into Fiji

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:10 am

Microcline reveals how a common mineral surface triggers ice formation in clouds

Pure water freezes only at around -38

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 3:10 am

Developing a genetic toolkit for manipulating abundant intestinal microbes

Weill Cornell Medicine investigators have developed a set of molecular tools to regulate the activity of specific genes in one of the most common classes of intestinal bacteria. The ability to genetically manipulate these microbes could lead to a better understanding of the role they play in human physiology and disease.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:10 am

How to win shares and influence fast-food market: Warm and fuzzy can

New research from QUT challenges a common assumption in social media marketing: For fast-food brands, social media posts that signal expertise and competence are shared more often than those focused on warmth and friendliness.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 2:10 am

Metro 2039 has no heroes. It trades hope for revenge, and I

Metro 2039s new Renegade gameplay trailer takes us back underground with denser environments, new survival tools, brutal combat, and another ominous Dark Ones tease.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:57 am

Bitter half: HC frees man who forced wife to ingest insect killer

Delhi HC acquits man, saying the prosecutions case lacked cogent evidence about the intention and knowledge as contemplated in Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code. The court said many spouses recently resorted to extreme violence that were incomprehensible some decades ago

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 1:55 am

Erasable semiconductor is programmed with light

Researchers at Princeton Engineering have created a semiconductor with unique properties: It is just a few molecules thick and can repeatedly change its properties in response to light. This is a step toward building more energy-efficient sensors, optoelectronic devices and computing technologies.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 1:50 am

Even biodiversity-friendly policies may not halt declines in Europe

As part of its efforts to map out Europe

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 1:50 am

Machine learning method uncovers hidden patterns in DNA methylation

In a study recently published in Nature Communications, researchers from Berlin, Potsdam, and Jena present a new method for analyzing the epigenome. The machine-learning method identifies differentially methylated DNA regions without sample labels

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 1:50 am

CJP expands its footprint with fresh appointments

Names 5 joint secretaries and two national spokespersons; forms coordination committees for the north, west and east zones; members to visit southern and north-eastern States in coming weeks

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 1:48 am

Witcher 3 Remastered announced, FREE upgrade, first look at Songs of the Past expansion, more

Straight from Opening Night Live at gamescom 2026 in Germany, we now have our very first look at the upcoming Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Songs of the Past expansion.And CD Projekt RED just revealed The Witcher 3: Remastered it releases on September 29 as a FREE upgrade for existing owners.

9To5Toys 26 Aug 2026 1:41 am

India, China push LAC peace as Doval-Wang hold key talks

India on Tuesday conveyed to China the importance of maintaining peace and tranquility along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) for overall bilateral ties as national security advisor Ajit Doval held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi focusing on delimitation of the frontier and sustaining work on trans-boundary cooperation.

Rediff 26 Aug 2026 1:40 am

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros puts the fate of the Iron Throne in your hands

PlaySide Studios revealed the first gameplay trailer for Game of Thrones: War for Westeros during Gamescom 2026, an officially licensed real-time strategy game launching on PC via Steam in early 2027.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:39 am

US stocks today: US stocks close higher as tech rebound puts Nvidia in focus

US stocks closed higher as technology and semiconductor shares recovered ahead of Nvidia's earnings. Lower oil prices and Treasury yields offered relief, while investors assessed AI spending and stretched valuations. Weak consumer confidence added to economic concerns, with upcoming PCE inflation data and Fed commentary keeping rate expectations in focus.

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 1:38 am

Garmin's new Fenix 9 Pro smartwatch is twice as bright as the previous gen - here's how they compare

Garmin's new flagship Fenix 9 epitomizes the premium rugged smartwatch - but how much of an upgrade is it from the Fenix 8?

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 1:35 am

Kochi wakes to Thiruvonam festivities

Kochi embraces the festive spirit as Onam celebrations gather pace; Thrikkakara temple draws visitors as Onam rituals continue; traffic police deploy additional personnel as festive crowds take to roads

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 1:34 am

Intuits annual forecast falls short of estimates as it prioritizes customer growth

INTUIT-RESULTS/ (PIX):Intuit's annual forecast falls short of estimates as it prioritizes customer growth

Livemint 26 Aug 2026 1:32 am

Electron beams cut poultry pathogens while preserving turkey quality

Researchers are gauging the effectiveness of electron beams in the fight against foodborne pathogens in poultry.

Phys.org 26 Aug 2026 1:30 am

1001 Threads of Mizan is bringing Arabian Nights to life, and it looks stunning

1001 Threads of Mizan is an ambitious action RPG inspired by Arabic folklore, featuring stunning deserts, magical carpet traversal and a distinctly Middle Eastern fantasy world.

Digital Trends 26 Aug 2026 1:27 am

Dolly Partons Cause of Death!: Shock Health Reveal After Queen Passes Away | Full Update

DOLLY PARTON CAUSE OF DEATH UPDATE: Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80. The news comes just days after Parton spoke openly about her recent health struggles. She had described going through hard times with her health and said she had previously neglected some health issues while caring for her late husband, Carl Dean.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata - Title Track

Watch the song Title Track from hindi movie 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' starring Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe. 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Title Track is sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Music is given by Aman Pant. Lyrics of 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Title Track are written by Manoj Tapadia. To know more about song Theme Track from Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe starrer 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' watch the video

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata | Song - Nabz Nabz

Watch the song Nabz Nabz from hindi movie 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' starring Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe. 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Nabz Nabz is sung by Aman Pant and Music is given by Aman Pant. Lyrics of 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Nabz Nabz are written by Manoj Tapadia. To know more about song Nabz Nabz from Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe starrer 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' watch the video

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata | Song - Sula De Na Maa

Watch the song Sula De Na Maa from hindi movie 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' starring Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe. 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Sula De Na Maa is sung by Sneha Shankar and Music is given by Aman Pant. Lyrics of 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' song Sula De Na Maa are written by Manoj Tapadia. To know more about song Sula De Na Maa from Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak Godbole, Smita Tambe starrer 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata' watch the video

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Awarapan 2 | Song - Piya Ghar Aaya- Homecoming

Watch the song - Piya Ghar Aaya- Homecoming from hindi movie 'Awarapan 2' starring Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi and Suvinder Vicky. 'Awarapan 2' song - Piya Ghar Aaya- Homecoming is sung by Akhil Sachdeva and music is given by Akhil Sachdeva . Lyrics of 'Awarapan 2' song - Piya Ghar Aaya- Homecoming are also written by Akhil Sachdeva. To know more about song - Piya Ghar Aaya- Homecoming from Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi and Suvinder Vicky starrer 'Awarapan 2' watch the video.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

USS Lincoln Heads to Port After 200 Days at Sea, To Dock Soon In Thailand | WATCH

The USS Abraham Lincoln is heading to Thailand after reportedly spending more than 200 consecutive days without a port call while supporting US operations during the Iran war. The visit will provide rest and recreation for approximately 5,000 sailors and Marines amid disputed reports of exhaustion, supply problems and deteriorating morale aboard the carrier. Watch.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Batwara 1947 | Song - Maa Kahaan Jaa Rahi Hai

Watch the song 'Maa Kahaan Jaa Rahi Hai' from Hindi movie 'Batwara 1947' starring Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol and Preity G. Zinta. 'Maa Kahaan Jaa Rahi Hai' is sung by A. R. Rahman & Sarthak Kalyani and music of the song is given by A. R. Rahman. Lyrics of 'Batwara 1947' song 'Maa Kahaan Jaa Rahi Hai' are written by Javed Akhtar. To know more about 'Maa Kahaan Jaa Rahi Hai' song from Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol and Preity G. Zinta starrer 'Batwara 1947' watch the video.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

'Party Of War...': Putin Snaps Back At Finland After It Backs Kyiv's 'Long-Range Strikes' In Russia

The Kremlin has branded Finnish President Alexander Stubb part of the party of war after he backed Ukraines ability to launch deeper strikes inside Russia. Moscow accused Stubb and British Prime Minister Andy Burnham of misleading voters by claiming Russia can be defeated, while warning that any deployment of NATO troops in Ukraine would be unacceptable. The clash highlights growing tensions between Moscow and NATOs northern flank.

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Natalie Harp A Security Nightmare? Trump's Inner Circle PANICS Over Ex-CIA Spy's CHILLING Warning

A former CIA officer has sounded the alarm over Natalie Harp, one of Donald Trumps closest aides, warning that her reported access to the president could create a major national security vulnerability. Marc Polymeropoulos, a former CIA operative who spent much of his career deployed in the Middle East, described Harp as a potential intelligence nightmare during a recent Bulwark podcast. He explained that foreign intelligence services routinely look at the people surrounding national leaders because those individuals can potentially become targets for recruitment, technical surveillance or other operations. Harp, dubbed by critics as Trumps human printer, has reportedly maintained unusually close access to the president. Questions have also been raised about her reported security-clearance status. The former CIA officers warning raises a chilling question: Could foreign adversaries exploit access around Trump to create a serious security threat?

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:25 am

Since 1990s, amount of living heat sensitive coral has gone down shockingly, this indicates warmer ocean which means worse storms, hotter nights

El Nino is already as big as recent ones and is still growing with it expected to reach unprecedented levels at its peak. It's responsible for a good chunk of the heat in the oceans

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 1:24 am

Your luckiest day in September 2026, based on your zodiac sign

September 2026 offers unique lucky days for each zodiac sign. Astrological shifts influence relationships, career, and personal growth throughout the month. Key dates around September tenth bring significant planetary movements and a new moon. Each sign finds fortune by recognizing opportunities and paying attention to timing. The month emphasizes understanding personal next steps for a fortunate outcome.

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 1:23 am