Kwatra praises Indian diaspora at Washington Independence Day celebrations
Kwatra praises Indian diaspora at Washington Independence Day celebrations
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Argentina's Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans
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Trump posts old photo with Kim Jong Un, jokes about their 'unfriendly look'
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Fire services stretched as residents still not home
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Alexander Pushkin, a foundational figure in Russian literature, explored human desire. His novel 'Eugene Onegin' highlights the allure of forbidden fruit. Pushkin believed restriction intensifies desire, making the unavailable more appealing. He noted people often value things only after they become inaccessible. This enduring theme reflects on the restless nature of human beings.
Once a vibrant Soviet town dedicated to coal mining during World War II, Kadykchan was home to a lively community complete with schools and houses. Its downfall was triggered by the Soviet Union's collapse in 1991, further exacerbated by the mine's closure in 1996. Now, it lies deserted, serving as a stark reminder of an economic structure that ultimately crumbled.
German poet Friedrich Schiller championed artistic independence and originality. He believed pleasing a few with genuine art held more value. Schiller saw aesthetic experience as vital for human freedom and individual development. His writings explored art's role in refining sensibilities and encouraging thought. Schiller's influential ideas continue to shape discussions on creativity and its purpose.
Iran fires back at Trump's threat to declare Hormuz a U.S. territory
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Indonesia rocked by 3 major quakes and more than 230 aftershocks in 24 hours
Morocco is testing permeable sponge pavement in selected urban areas of Marrakech and Agadir as cities look for ways to manage extreme heat and heavy rainfall. Unlike conventional asphalt, the surface allows water to move into layers beneath the pavement, potentially reducing runoff and supporting evaporative cooling when moisture is available.
Street rallies held as Taliban government marks five years ruling Afghanistan
Hundreds gathered around a square beside the former U.S. embassy, while fresh flowers were thrown from military helicopters over a parade of athletes that featured only men because women are banned from sport in Afghanistan
Yemen government says Houthi missiles kill at least four civilians in port city
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Inter sign England full-back Spence from Tottenham
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Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of violating a ceasefire after soldiers were injured. Israel's military responded by striking a Hezbollah headquarters in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah, in turn, accused Israel of aggressive escalation and targeting civilians. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office stated civilians were not the intended targets. Both sides exchanged accusations regarding the recent border incidents.
'Who the f**k do you think you were?': GOP Senators clash with Fauci at fiery 'COVID lies' hearing
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Lawmaker escapes unhurt, but car vandalised
'They use medicaid money for': Senators stunned witness reveals Medicaid fraud modus operandi
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Iran stands firm on Hormuz as Trump asks Americans to brace for higher gas prices
Iran stands firm on Hormuz as Trump asks Americans to brace for higher gas prices
RU JCD leader who sued journalists arrested with drugs
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Man beaten to death over fishing net theft allegations in Jamalpur
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Iran calls for release of pilots captured in Qatar during West Asia war
Three Iranian pilots were captured alive by Qatari forces after their Su-24 fighter jets crashed during the war, said General Mohammad Bagherzadeh of the Iranian armed forces, Fars news agency reported
'Empowering leftist, Hamas, LGBTQ': Mast launches brutal UN attack; Waltz promises to root out 'rot'
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AI cameras to detect traffic violations on Dhaka-Ctg highway starting Aug 18
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Gutka ban order not withdrawn: K'taka Health Minister
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Aamir Khan was spotted outside a Mumbai pet clinic with Kiran Rao and their son Azad Rao Khan. The actor was carrying a cat carrier, while Kiran looked distressed and Azad was seen crying.
Man dies seven days after being beaten on theft allegations
Family says the deceased was beaten after being accused of stealing a motor component; police say alleged assailants have gone into hiding
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan celebrated India's 80th Independence Day by sharing an AI-tagged picture of himself in a white Pathani suit and expressing pride in being Indian. He highlighted India's diversity, unity and spirit while urging people to contribute towards making the country proud.
NDA leaders criticised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi for skipping Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort for the second consecutive year.
BJP Slams Congress For 'Utter Disrespect' Of Vande Mataram, Demands Apology
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Quote of the day by Xunzi: Ancient Chinese philosopher Xunzi emphasized the difficulty of pursuing multiple goals simultaneously. He believed that attempting to travel two roads at once leads to nowhere. This ancient wisdom highlights the importance of focused effort for achieving progress.
Quote of the Day by Sean Connery: Sean Connerys quote, I havent found anywhere in the world where I want to be all the time. The best of my life is the moving. I look forward to going, explores the importance of embracing change, travel, and new experiences. The quote suggests that life becomes more meaningful when we remain open to movement, discovery, and the excitement of exploring new places rather than becoming attached to one destination.
US Economy: Inflation eases but prices remain high, retail sales fall, jobless claims rise
Inflation eased last month, but prices remain elevated for American consumers. Retail spending decreased sharply, surprising economists and signaling a slowdown. Existing home sales declined due to record prices and high mortgage rates. Wholesale inflation also fell, offering some relief for future consumer prices. Jobless claims rose slightly but the labor market remains stable.
Championship roundup: Middlesbrough seal comeback win; West Brom beat Norwich
Body found in search for student missing on hike
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Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry capsizing rises to 68: police
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Iran war strain deepens as Qatar, UAE, Lebanon and Yemen flashpoints flare
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Magnitude-5 earthquake strikes near Spains Granada, damages homes and cars
Hull remembers war heroes at restored cenotaph
Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans as Alonso offers glimpse of blueprint
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At this stall, you brew your own cuppa
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USS George Washington, Last US Aircraft Carrier In Asia, Is Leaving Pacific
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Quote of the day by George Orwell: George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four warns about power becoming the ultimate goal. His quote highlights that control is sought for its own sake. Orwell, born Eric Blair, explored oppression and totalitarian rule in his works. He experienced colonial rule and the Spanish Civil War firsthand.
Japan PM Takaichi Skips Visit To Disputed Shrine On World War II Anniversary
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Newcastle change shirts during first half of friendly due to colour clash
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Eleven killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, authorities say
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Royal estates rent out homes that fail to meet legal energy efficiency standards
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Earthquake hits Spanish city of Granada, buildings and cars damaged
Leading countries extend greetings to India on 80th Independence Day
French President Emmanuel Macron, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu were among leaders who hailed ties with India on the occasion
Alarmed by the alarm: people react to
Virginia State University shooting injures five, campus locked down
Virginia State University shooting injures five, campus locked down
IND vs SL 1st Test 2nd Day Time Change: The timing for the second day of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka has changed. The number of overs will also increase on the second day.IND vs SL 1st testThe first match of the two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka will be played at...
Jamaat urges party men to use caution on social media
Porwar stresses good conduct, tolerance and public welfare
SEBI's big decision, NRIs living abroad will be able to do digital KYC without coming to India
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Indian Manufacturing Sector Thrives with 10.88% CAGR Driven by Government Initiatives
New Delhi, August 15: The Indian manufacturing sector has emerged as a cornerstone of economic growth, bolstered by the central governments policies focused on production, self-reliance, and industrial development. An official fact sheet released by the government on Saturday highlights significant progress in the sector due to consistent increases in production, exports, and investments. Notable ... Read more Indian Manufacturing Sector Thrives with 10.88% CAGR Driven by Government Initiatives
Experts Highlight Key Areas for Indias Self-Reliance
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In 1923, wardens began protecting a 35-acre Texas island where last reddish egrets survived
What Bessents economic isolation of Iran could look like
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New Delhi, August 15: Progress in defense production, agricultural exports, and energy security could significantly enhance Indias self-reliance, experts say. In discussions, they emphasized that indigenous defense manufacturing, the expansion of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), promotion of millets, and the development of diverse energy sources will play a crucial role in strengthening Indias economic and ... Read more Experts Highlight Key Areas for Indias Self-Reliance: Defense, Agriculture, and Energy Diversification
Tier-2, Tier-3 cities account for 53% of India's forex demand: Report
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'Biggest crime drop in 100 yrs': Patel, Blanche hail Trump record; rally appearance sparks backlash
Ukraine Strikes Russian Rocket Centre Supporting Starlink-Style Network
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Five injured, one critically, in shooting at Virginia State University
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Egypt publicly displayed its new missile capability in 1962 after a secret program. This initiative involved former German rocket scientists and faced pressure from Israel. One key scientist, Heinz Krug, disappeared mysteriously from Munich in September 1962. Attacks and bombings continued against others involved in the Egyptian missile effort.
Reliance, Rolls-Royce team up for Indias advanced fighter jet engine programme
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India batting coach gives KL Rahul fitness update after cramps on Day 1
India batting coach gives KL Rahul fitness update after cramps on Day
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Iran Demands Release Of 3 Pilots Captured In Qatar After Su-24 Jets Crashed
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Ukraine strikes Russian military airbase, space facility: Report
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He rushed in to save others, but toxic gas claimed his life
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Indians celebrate 80th Independence Day across world with cultural events, flag hoisting
Indians globally marked the nation's 80th Independence Day with widespread celebrations. Key international partners extended greetings and pledged stronger bilateral relationships. The Suryapath Tiranga initiative connected celebrations across various time zones. Local communities and diaspora groups actively participated in these festive events. International leaders reaffirmed commitments to deepening cooperation and mutual respect.
'What Is Wrong With Gill?' Fans Slam India Captain
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5, including ex-Awami League MP, arrested in Jhenaidah
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Israel strikes kill 11 in south Lebanon, deadliest attack since truce
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1st Test: Padikkal's Maiden Test Century Helps India Dominate Proceedings At Galle
Galle International Stadium: Playing in Tests for the first time since November 2024, Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century as India dominated Sri Lanka by reaching 288/2 in 73 overs at stumps after bad light and rain brought an early close to the opening day of the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday. Having opted to bat first after winning the toss in their 600th Test, India were given a fluent start by their opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal (32) and vice-captain KL Rahul, who retired hurt on 77 in the final session due to cramps. But left-handed Padikkal looked the part to get a big score - using the crease well and showcasing great footwork, as well as running hard for his ones and twos- to hit 131 not out off 178 balls, laced with 12 fours and a six. With Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 27 off 36 balls, Padikkal and India are poised to get a mammoth total in the first innings. It also helped that Sri Lanka, despite finding some turn via spinners, were never consistent in their lines and lengths in what is also Galles 50th Test match. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly Padikkal seizing his chance at number three with a composed century the first coming off a number three batter since Shubman Gill hit one against Bangladesh in Chennai in September 2024. Since Cheteshwar Pujara vacated the slot in June 2023, 11 batters were tried without success in 20 games. Padikkals century was built on contrasting footwork patterns - he managed 40 off 76 balls on the front foot at a strike rate of 52.63 with four boundaries. But it was his backfoot play that defined the innings, yielding 82 runs off 95 balls at a strike rate of 86.31 with eight fours. He added another nine runs off seven deliveries while stepping down the track, including a lone six, which highlights how his dominance came from commanding the back foot while mixing in bursts of aggression when advancing. Relief was evident in the Indian dressing room, as head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar lauded his century. Padikkal remained on the fringes for a long time and had B Sai Sudharsan been fit for the series, he would have spent time on the bench again. But with his sparkling century, India have found a batter capable of holding the onedrop role from a long-term perspective in him. In the morning, Jaiswal appeared in sublime touch by getting boundaries via flicks, on-drive and cut whenever Asitha Fernando and Lahiru Kumara erred in their lengths. Sri Lanka introduced spin as early as the ninth over through debutant off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha. His opening over was marked by a scary incident when short-leg fielder Nishan Madushka was struck flush on his helmet by a powerful pull shot from Rahul, forcing him to leave the field for further medical evaluation. India had moved to 47 without loss in the 11th over when a chaotic mix-up brought an unfortunate end to Jaiswal's stay at the crease. Rahul drove a flighted delivery from Nuwantha towards mid-on and took off for a single. Jaiswal, attempting to run from the non-strikers end, collided with Nuwantha, who was diving to stop the ball. Jaiswal lost his balance and fell, even as Rahul ran to complete a run. However, Jaiswal got back up and then abruptly turned back, resulting in both batters scrambling to be at the same end. Rahul grounded his bat first, and when keeper Niroshan Dickwella removed the bails, Jaiswal had to go back to the pavilion. Padikkal, high on confidence after hitting an unbeaten 142 in the warm-up game, immediately asserted control over the Sri Lankan spinners by hammering Nuwantha for four, and later launched left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya over long-on for a maximum in the 14th over. Even as Padikkal hit bad balls for boundaries, Rahul also loosened up as he danced down the track to loft Jayasuriya for a straight six before cutting him past point for four and bringing up India's hundred in the 26th over. At the lunch break, Padikkal and Rahuls unbroken second-wicket partnership stood at 54 runs, as rain arrived. The rain interruption lasted 80 minutes before Jayasuriya and Fernando resumed proceedings. Padikkal picked up the scoring rate comfortably after the restart and brought up his half-century off 81 balls with a cut to deep backward point. He continued to manipulate the field effectively, and used the depth of his crease to punch Jayasuriya through extra cover for four, before driving Sonal Dinusha through the off-side for another boundary. Rahul adopted a more patient approach, though he capitalised on loose deliveries. In the 43rd over, Rahul pushed off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha to long-on for a single to get his 21st Test half-century. With Padikkal and Rahul being steady, Sri Lanka struggled to generate clear-cut opportunities on a slowing surface. Their best chance came in the 47th over when Padikkal edged Nuwantha, but the ball dropped just short of the slip fielder's diving reach. Rahul battled fatigue and forearm cramps late in the session, and even received treatment from the physio after the 51st over. He recovered to drill Nuwantha down the ground for four in the final over before tea, which stretched the second-wicket stand to 150 runs - 96 of which came in the second session. In the final session, with Rahul retiring hurt due to severe cramps, Padikkal accelerated smoothly alongside Gill. Facing Kumara, Padikkal collected consecutive boundaries before driving Nuwantha to mid-off in the 57th over to get his Test century in 134 balls and become the first left-handed batter since Sourav Ganguly in 2002 to score a Test hundred at number three for India. Sri Lanka secured their sole breakthrough of the session when Jayasuriya induced an error from Gill, who, after hitting two elegant boundaries, stepped down the pitch to loft a flighted delivery, but sliced it to mid-off for 16. Pant, after taking his time, immediately took an aggressive stance against the hosts' spinners in an interesting duel. He launched Jayasuriya over wide long-on for six and slogged a four before lofting and pulling Nuwantha for two fours as he forged an unbeaten 52-run third-wicket partnership with Padikkal. Brief rain interruptions halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Padikkal in particular executed a fine sweep against Nuwantha and pulled de Silva through mid-wicket to finish undefeated on day one. Bad light ultimately forced the umpires to end the play early, with 17 overs remaining. India will resume their innings on day two by targeting a total well past 500, with play scheduled to start 15 minutes early at 9:45 am local time. He launched Jayasuriya over wide long-on for six and slogged a four before lofting and pulling Nuwantha for two fours as he forged an unbeaten 52-run third-wicket partnership with Padikkal. Brief rain interruptions halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 288/2 in 73 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 131 not out, KL Rahul 77 retired hurt; Prabath Jayasuriya 1-77) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
Another strong earthquake hits Indonesias Northern Sumatra hours after 7.7 tremor
Another strong earthquake of 6.8-magnitude hit Indonesia's northern Sumatra hours after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia early on Saturday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ).The early morning quake of 7.7 magnitude left at least 38 people dead, with authorities fearing that the count could rise.
PM Modis Vision for a Developed India Highlighted by Chirag Paswan on Independence Day
Patna, August 15: On the occasion of Independence Day, Union Minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) National President Chirag Paswan emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modis development initiatives. In a conversation with reporters on Saturday, Paswan remarked that a comparison of Modis achievements over the past 12 years with the Congresss 70 years in power reveals a ... Read more PM Modis Vision for a Developed India Highlighted by Chirag Paswan on Independence Day
'Not long enough': Trump shrugs off USS Abraham Lincoln families concerns over 250+ days at sea
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Devdutt Padikkal marked his return to Indias Test side with a superb unbeaten 131 as India finished a rain-interrupted opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka on 288 for 4 in Galle. Notably,...
Guard Indias unity, secular values: Basheer
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Global Leaders Extend Independence Day Wishes to India on Its 80th Anniversary
New Delhi, August 15: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, numerous countries around the world have sent their congratulatory messages. Among them, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini extended his greetings to India. President Pellegrini praised Indias remarkable journey and expressed hope for increased cooperation between the two nations in the coming years. He wrote ... Read more Global Leaders Extend Independence Day Wishes to India on Its 80th Anniversary
