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Special Parliament session from Aug 16-18 on Women’s Reservation, Delimitation Bills: Kiren Rijiju
Union minister Kiren Rijiju announces special session of Parliament
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday announced that Parliament will convene for a three-day special session from August 16 to 18 to consider the Women’s Res Read More
‘Don’t use students for politics’: BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi over Jantar Mantar protest claims
File photo: BJP MP Sambit Patra addresses a press conference in New Delhi
NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday hit back at Congress leader and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his allegations of po Read More
IMA threatens nationwide strike over Maharashtra move to register CCMP-trained Homeopaths
IMA Headquarters termed the government’s August 3 Government Resolution (GR) “illegal”. Read More
Nearly 2,000 RSS volunteers assist over 40,000 flood-affected families in Assam
File photo: Members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Wednesday said its volunteers, along with affiliated organisations, have been carrying out rescue and relief operations Read More
Congress vs Congress in Punjab: With ‘sleeper cell’ warning, party puts Channi camp on notice
NEW DELHI: Will the Congress crack the whip against dissidents in Punjab? Read More
Naveen’s cult dark comedy ‘Moodar Koodam 2’ first look out
The makers of ‘Moodar Koodam 2’ have officially unveiled the much-awaited first-look posters, marking the return of Naveen’s cult Tamil dark comedy franchise after more than a decade. Read More
Meena shares powerful note: ‘Be proud of your character, not your birth’
Veteran actress Meena has won praise on social media after sharing a powerful message that encourages people to value character and humanity over identities determined at birth. Read More
Salman Khan pays tribute to Pradeep Rawat as he passes away, after Aamir attends his funeral
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat passed away at the age of 74 after prolonged battle with Cancer, on August 4. Read More
Inside Anushka-Virat’s Alibaug home with pool, and no TV
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have steadily expanded their real estate portfolio in Alibaug, making the coastal destination one of their preferred retreats. Read More
Quote of the day with Morgan Freeman
The quote of the day by Morgan Freeman reads, “It’s the magic of risking everything for a dream that nobody sees but you. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (Aug 5): Metals Continue To Climb, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
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Gold and silver prices advanced globally on Wednesday.
Geopolitical uncertainty, soft dollar fueled safe-haven gold demand. Read More
RBI Keeps Rates On Hold: Should You Change Your Home Loan, FDs, Or SIPs?
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RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, prioritising inflation control.
Expect no immediate changes in borrowing costs or deposit rates. Read More
Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift Launched With Panoramic Sunroof, Bigger Touchscreen
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Scorpio N updated with larger touchscreen, digital instrument cluster.
New features include panoramic sunroof, electric parking brake, ADAS.
Pricing ₹13.6-25. Read More
India Services PMI July 2026: Growth Slows, But Hiring And Export Demand Stay Strong
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Services sector expanded in July, driven by healthy exports.
PMI at 53.3; new business inflows grew, but slower. Read More
Stock Markets Rise After RBI MPC Decision As Sensex Gains Over 150 Points, Nifty Tests 24,700
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RBI kept policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25% unanimously.
Indian markets closed higher, global equities also rallied. Read More
Tourism at Statue of Unity gets fillip with new 600-seater luxury cruise on Narmada river
Ekta Nagar is set to expand its river tourism offerings with the introduction of a new 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River, significantly increasing visitor capacity at the Statue of Unity, one of Indias most visited tourist destinat Read More
Amex GBT introduces AI-powered intelligence across travel, expense and meetings platforms
A focused business traveler uses a travel app in a modern airport lounge, showcasing seamless technology integration. Read More
40,000 registrations in 2 hours as advance safari booking opens in Ranthambore
Around 400 km, but worth driving; this place offers beautiful landscapes and historic ruins inside the park. Its one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
Special Parliament session from Aug 16-18 on Women’s Reservation, Delimitation Bills: Kiren Rijiju
Union minister Kiren Rijiju announces special session of Parliament
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday announced that Parliament will convene for a three-day special session from August 16 to 18 to consider the Women’s Res Read More
‘Don’t use students for politics’: BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi over Jantar Mantar protest claims
File photo: BJP MP Sambit Patra addresses a press conference in New Delhi
NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday hit back at Congress leader and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his allegations of po Read More
IMA threatens nationwide strike over Maharashtra move to register CCMP-trained Homeopaths
IMA Headquarters termed the government’s August 3 Government Resolution (GR) “illegal”. Read More
Nearly 2,000 RSS volunteers assist over 40,000 flood-affected families in Assam
File photo: Members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Wednesday said its volunteers, along with affiliated organisations, have been carrying out rescue and relief operations Read More
Congress vs Congress in Punjab: With ‘sleeper cell’ warning, party puts Channi camp on notice
NEW DELHI: Will the Congress crack the whip against dissidents in Punjab? Read More
Naveen’s cult dark comedy ‘Moodar Koodam 2’ first look out
The makers of ‘Moodar Koodam 2’ have officially unveiled the much-awaited first-look posters, marking the return of Naveen’s cult Tamil dark comedy franchise after more than a decade. Read More
Meena shares powerful note: ‘Be proud of your character, not your birth’
Veteran actress Meena has won praise on social media after sharing a powerful message that encourages people to value character and humanity over identities determined at birth. Read More
Salman Khan pays tribute to Pradeep Rawat as he passes away, after Aamir attends his funeral
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat passed away at the age of 74 after prolonged battle with Cancer, on August 4. Read More
Inside Anushka-Virat’s Alibaug home with pool, and no TV
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have steadily expanded their real estate portfolio in Alibaug, making the coastal destination one of their preferred retreats. Read More
Quote of the day with Morgan Freeman
The quote of the day by Morgan Freeman reads, “It’s the magic of risking everything for a dream that nobody sees but you. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (Aug 5): Metals Continue To Climb, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Gold and silver prices advanced globally on Wednesday.
Geopolitical uncertainty, soft dollar fueled safe-haven gold demand. Read More
RBI Keeps Rates On Hold: Should You Change Your Home Loan, FDs, Or SIPs?
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, prioritising inflation control.
Expect no immediate changes in borrowing costs or deposit rates. Read More
Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift Launched With Panoramic Sunroof, Bigger Touchscreen
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Scorpio N updated with larger touchscreen, digital instrument cluster.
New features include panoramic sunroof, electric parking brake, ADAS.
Pricing ₹13.6-25. Read More
India Services PMI July 2026: Growth Slows, But Hiring And Export Demand Stay Strong
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Services sector expanded in July, driven by healthy exports.
PMI at 53.3; new business inflows grew, but slower. Read More
Stock Markets Rise After RBI MPC Decision As Sensex Gains Over 150 Points, Nifty Tests 24,700
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
RBI kept policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25% unanimously.
Indian markets closed higher, global equities also rallied. Read More
Tourism at Statue of Unity gets fillip with new 600-seater luxury cruise on Narmada river
Ekta Nagar is set to expand its river tourism offerings with the introduction of a new 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River, significantly increasing visitor capacity at the Statue of Unity, one of Indias most visited tourist destinat Read More
Amex GBT introduces AI-powered intelligence across travel, expense and meetings platforms
A focused business traveler uses a travel app in a modern airport lounge, showcasing seamless technology integration. Read More
40,000 registrations in 2 hours as advance safari booking opens in Ranthambore
Around 400 km, but worth driving; this place offers beautiful landscapes and historic ruins inside the park. Its one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
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‘My family felt so complete’: Usha Vance on why she hesitated before having fourth child
US Second Lady Usha Vance
US Second Lady Usha Vance has said she is “really glad” she and Vice President JD Vance decided to have a fourth child, admitting she initially worried that expanding their family could disrupt w Read More
An 11-year-old autistic boy wanted to trick-or-treat in summer; neighbors opened their doors and…
Soren with all his gifts and snacks from his neighbors (Image: Leah Farrow)
When Leah Farrow asked her local Facebook group if anyone would let her autistic son knock on their door for his birthday, she hoped a few kind neighbours wo Read More
Left-wing political outsider wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan
Reuters
Ana Faguy
5 August 2026, 15:03 BST
Updated 24 minutes ago
Left-wing political outsider Abdul El-Sayed is projected to win the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, which exposed bitter divisions over the pa Read More
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