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Evening news wrap: Ex-Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal convicted in rape case; Atiq Ahmed’s son killed in road accident
A courtroom verdict and a fatal crash dominate the day’s news.
Tejpal convicted: Bombay HC overturned Tarun Tejpal’s acquittal, convicted him in the 2013 rape case and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Read More
‘We are not enemies’: Rijiju meets Rahul to break Parliament logjam over Delimitation, FCRA
Kiren Rijiju says had a ‘good discussion’ with Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday said he had a “good” discussion with Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi, adding that t Read More
IIT-G develops low-cost device to detect toxic metals, bacteria in water
IIT Guwahati researchers develop portable device that quickly detects toxic metals in water
NEW DELHI: Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a portable optical sensing device that can quickly detect toxic metals, fluoride and ba Read More
Govt backs 20 indigenous AI models, clears 58 centres of excellence
Eleven national-level hackathons and innovation challenges have so far resulted in 62 AI prototypes. Read More
‘Can’t be run in India as per US law’: Govt, Meta discussions continue on algorithms and compliance
The row between Meta and govt over deepfakes and removal of PM Modi video is expected to continue for few more days
The Meta row continued on Thursday as the company’s global team held further discussions with the government over co Read More
Parshuram pushed to 2027: Sunny Deol film stalled
For months now, buzz has been building around Sunny Deol joining forces with ‘Kill’ director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for a big-budget action thriller, tentatively called ‘Parshuram’. Read More
‘It was always Ranbir’: Why Shoojit Sircar dropped Kishore Kumar biopic
Shoojit Sircar opens up about his shelved Kishore Kumar biopic and why Ramayana star Ranbir Kapoor was his only choice (Image Credits IMDb)
Acclaimed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, known for directed classics like ‘Piku’, Read More
H. Vinoth reveals why Vijay’s character was named ‘TVK’ in ‘Jana Nayagan’
Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ is still making rounds among fans even weeks after its release. And one of the most talked-about topics is the actor’s character name, Thalapathy Vetri Kondan (TVK). Read More
Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal
Getty Images
Steven McIntosh
Entertainment reporter
3 minutes ago
Loose Women panellist Nadia Sawalha has threatened to take legal action against ITV, claiming the network dropped her for speaking out in support of Read More
‘Akshay Kumar would go running in Ooty at 6am,’ recalls actor Avinash, says they would share a bike
Actor Avinash Wadhawan, known for films like ‘Junoon’, ‘Geet’, and ‘Balmaa’, recently reminisced about his early years in Mumbai, when he and Akshay Kumar were aspiring actors trying to establish t Read More
CCPA Fines IndiGo, Zepto, Physics Wallah, BookMyShow And Others Over Dark Patterns
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CCPA penalized nine platforms for using deceptive online practices.
Practices like drip pricing, basket sneaking misled consumers during purchases. Read More
Retail Inflation May Rise To 4.5% In July As Food Prices Stay Elevated
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India’s CPI forecast 4.5% July 2026; broad food inflation.
BoB ECI rose sharply; monsoon, arrivals provide comfort.
Core inflation contained 4-4. Read More
Dalal Street Ends In Green As Sensex Rises Over 200 Points, Nifty Tests 24,700
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Indian indices closed higher, extending Thursday’s gains.
RBI’s unchanged policy and improved outlook boosted sentiment. Read More
Why Saudi Arabia Is Spending $55 Billion On The Maker Of EA Sports FC And Battlefield
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Saudi Arabia’s PIF-led consortium acquired Electronic Arts for $55 billion.
This major acquisition signifies Saudi Arabia’s expanding gaming investment. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (Aug 6): Metals Rise, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
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Gold and silver prices rose, gold hitting seven-week high.
Softer US Treasury yields bolstered demand for safe-haven assets. 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
Evening news wrap: Ex-Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal convicted in rape case; Atiq Ahmed’s son killed in road accident
A courtroom verdict and a fatal crash dominate the day’s news.
Tejpal convicted: Bombay HC overturned Tarun Tejpal’s acquittal, convicted him in the 2013 rape case and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Read More
‘We are not enemies’: Rijiju meets Rahul to break Parliament logjam over Delimitation, FCRA
Kiren Rijiju says had a ‘good discussion’ with Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday said he had a “good” discussion with Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi, adding that t Read More
IIT-G develops low-cost device to detect toxic metals, bacteria in water
IIT Guwahati researchers develop portable device that quickly detects toxic metals in water
NEW DELHI: Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a portable optical sensing device that can quickly detect toxic metals, fluoride and ba Read More
Govt backs 20 indigenous AI models, clears 58 centres of excellence
Eleven national-level hackathons and innovation challenges have so far resulted in 62 AI prototypes. Read More
‘Can’t be run in India as per US law’: Govt, Meta discussions continue on algorithms and compliance
The row between Meta and govt over deepfakes and removal of PM Modi video is expected to continue for few more days
The Meta row continued on Thursday as the company’s global team held further discussions with the government over co Read More
Parshuram pushed to 2027: Sunny Deol film stalled
For months now, buzz has been building around Sunny Deol joining forces with ‘Kill’ director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for a big-budget action thriller, tentatively called ‘Parshuram’. Read More
‘It was always Ranbir’: Why Shoojit Sircar dropped Kishore Kumar biopic
Shoojit Sircar opens up about his shelved Kishore Kumar biopic and why Ramayana star Ranbir Kapoor was his only choice (Image Credits IMDb)
Acclaimed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, known for directed classics like ‘Piku’, Read More
H. Vinoth reveals why Vijay’s character was named ‘TVK’ in ‘Jana Nayagan’
Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ is still making rounds among fans even weeks after its release. And one of the most talked-about topics is the actor’s character name, Thalapathy Vetri Kondan (TVK). Read More
Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal
Getty Images
Steven McIntosh
Entertainment reporter
3 minutes ago
Loose Women panellist Nadia Sawalha has threatened to take legal action against ITV, claiming the network dropped her for speaking out in support of Read More
‘Akshay Kumar would go running in Ooty at 6am,’ recalls actor Avinash, says they would share a bike
Actor Avinash Wadhawan, known for films like ‘Junoon’, ‘Geet’, and ‘Balmaa’, recently reminisced about his early years in Mumbai, when he and Akshay Kumar were aspiring actors trying to establish t Read More
CCPA Fines IndiGo, Zepto, Physics Wallah, BookMyShow And Others Over Dark Patterns
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
CCPA penalized nine platforms for using deceptive online practices.
Practices like drip pricing, basket sneaking misled consumers during purchases. Read More
Retail Inflation May Rise To 4.5% In July As Food Prices Stay Elevated
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s CPI forecast 4.5% July 2026; broad food inflation.
BoB ECI rose sharply; monsoon, arrivals provide comfort.
Core inflation contained 4-4. Read More
Dalal Street Ends In Green As Sensex Rises Over 200 Points, Nifty Tests 24,700
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian indices closed higher, extending Thursday’s gains.
RBI’s unchanged policy and improved outlook boosted sentiment. Read More
Why Saudi Arabia Is Spending $55 Billion On The Maker Of EA Sports FC And Battlefield
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Saudi Arabia’s PIF-led consortium acquired Electronic Arts for $55 billion.
This major acquisition signifies Saudi Arabia’s expanding gaming investment. Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (Aug 6): Metals Rise, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Gold and silver prices rose, gold hitting seven-week high.
Softer US Treasury yields bolstered demand for safe-haven assets. 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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Chicago study links more urban tree cover to fewer deaths
Neighbourhoods in Chicago that lost more tree canopy also recorded higher mortality rates. (Representational photo)
Tree canopy loss in cities may be linked to higher death rates, according to a new study. Read More
Evening news wrap: Ex-Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal convicted in rape case; Atiq Ahmed’s son killed in road accident
A courtroom verdict and a fatal crash dominate the day’s news.
Tejpal convicted: Bombay HC overturned Tarun Tejpal’s acquittal, convicted him in the 2013 rape case and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Read More
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