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First Indian companies sanctioned over trade with Russia, report reveals

Punitive sanctions were imposed on Indian businesses for links with world’s biggest diamond miner Alrosa

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023

India sees lowest August rainfall in a century; September is likely to be ‘normal’: IMD

August rainfall in India was 36% less than usual, lowest in over a century. El Nino and unfavourable conditions in Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal caused the deficit. Overall, national deficit is 10%, regional deficits 17% in east and northeast, 10% in central and 17% in south. September rainfall…

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023

Ishan Kishan's batting slot under scrutiny ahead of Asia Cup opener against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: As the Indian cricket team prepares for their opening match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup on September 2, one of the pivotal questions remains over the batting slot for left-handed wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan. With KL Rahul unavailable for the first two games of the tournament, Kishan is…

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2023

PM should come clean on fresh Adani allegations as India’s reputation is on the line: Rahul Gandhi

K.C. Venugopal alleges that “PM Modi’s best friend is running an international money laundering racket”.

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023

Team India enjoys a relaxed day ahead of Asia Cup opener against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: Ahead of their much-anticipated Asia Cup opener against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2, the Indian cricket team took a moment to unwind and bond in Kandy on Thursday. The players enjoyed a day of quality fun, preparing themselves mentally for the challenging tournament that lies ahead.

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2023

Legends League Cricket to be held from November 18 to December 9

NEW DELHI: The organisers revealed on Thursday that the second edition of Legends League Cricket (LLC) is scheduled to take place in India, commencing from November 18 and concluding on December 9.

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2023

Report says close associates of India's Adani Group secretly purchased large numbers of shares

Two people closely linked to India’s Adani Group, one of the country’s largest conglomerates, secretly purchased of millions of dollars of stocks in the group’s companies, possibly violating Indian law, according to a report by a network of investigative journalists

The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023

What has India’s Adani Group now been accused of?

Reporters network says it has documents backing allegations that Adani used offshore tax havens to drive up share price.

Al Jazeera · Aug 31, 2023

Suicide major cause of unnatural deaths among prisoners in India: SC committee tells apex court

SC-appointed committee finds suicide major cause of 817 unnatural deaths in jails across India between 2017-2021. UP recorded highest number of suicides (101). Committee recommends building suicide-resistant cells/barracks, identifying potential hanging/anchoring points, providing psychological first aid, implementing health insurance schemes, and setting up a robust grievance redressal mechanism. SC to…

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023

Paris 2024 | After Budapest, how ready are Indian athletes for next year’s Olympics?

With Neeraj Chopra's gold at the Budapest World Athletics Championships, India's javelin throwers and horizontal jumpers have been inspired to strive for success. Indian athletes have the potential to win at Paris Olympics 2024. India must continue to improve its training and build mental toughness for its athletes.

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023