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Iran crisis puts Xi-Putin’s anti-US bloc to the test, with PM Narendra Modi in the mix

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit convenes amid US economic pressure on Iran. Chinese and Russian presidents will meet with Iran's leader at the summit. The bloc's ability to act coherently faces scrutiny due to internal rivalries. Leaders are expected to offer symbolic solidarity with Tehran. The summit highlights the evolving…

The Economic Times

India Mangrove Forests Beyond the Sundarbans: Gujarat, Odisha and Karnataka Coastal Ecosystems Worth Visiting

Gujarat: The Largest Mangrove Cover Outside the SundarbansGujarat holds roughly 1,140 square kilometres of mangrove forests along its coastline, the second-largest mangrove cover in India after West Bengal. The Gulf of Kutch, in particular, carries stands of Avicennia marina so dense that the canopy closes overhead at mid-tide. The Marine…

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What Each Month's Purnima Encodes: The Specific Energy of Every Full Moon Night in India

The calendar that was never about datesThe Hindu lunar calendar was built on one observation: the moon does not repeat itself. Each Purnima, the Sanskrit word for full moon, derived from purna, meaning complete, arrives in a different nakshatra, a different ritu, a different quality of light. The Puranas and…

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Thalassemia Minor, Iron Levels, and Pregnancy: What Your Energy Deficit Is Actually Telling You

The Report Says Minor. Your Body Doesn't Always AgreeThalassemia minor means you inherited one defective beta-globin gene instead of two. You are a carrier. You do not have thalassemia major, and you will not develop it. What you do have is a permanent, mild reduction in hemoglobin, typically between 9…

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7 Things Every Indian With Sickle Cell Trait Should Know About Their Health

You are a carrier, not a patient, but the distinction has limitsSickle cell trait means you inherited one copy of the HbS gene and one normal copy. Your body produces both haemoglobin A and haemoglobin S. Under ordinary conditions, you will not have a sickle cell crisis. The Indian Council…

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Male Fertility in India Is Declining: The Nutrients That Help Reverse Sperm Health

The Numbers Are Worse Than Most Men KnowA 2019 study published in the journal Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology found that Indian men showed a statistically significant decline in sperm concentration, motility, and morphology compared to samples from two decades earlier. The Indian Council of Medical Research has flagged male factor…

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Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, Ola Electric Mobility, NBCC and Knowledge Realty Trust

Indian equity markets closed higher on Friday, ending a losing streak with IT stock gains. HDFC Bank's CEO will not seek reappointment, while Mahindra & Mahindra expanded its EV battery service. Ola Electric received incentives, and Knowledge Realty Trust saw an offer for sale launch. NBCC signed an infrastructure project…

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Hunt intensifies for 900 missing at hydel units, one tunnel head located

As rescue operations intensify in Nepal, over 900 individuals remain unaccounted for in the aftermath of devastating floods that have led to 810 confirmed deaths in both Nepal and Tibet. Teams are utilizing advanced tools at the Upper Trishuli-3A hydropower project to search for survivors. Notably, several Indian nationals are…

The Times of India

Is your data truly yours? India's sovereignty struggle with foreign cloud providers and AI

Indian enterprises now prioritize data sovereignty over cost and scale in cloud procurement. New regulations and geopolitical shifts highlight the importance of data control. Data residency does not guarantee jurisdictional independence from foreign governments. India's AI ambitions require control over compute, model weights, and training data. Procurement teams must diligently…

The Economic Times

CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke advises BJP to follow RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s lead

CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke urged the Bharatiya Janata Party to heed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's counsel. Dipke stated the ruling party mistakenly believes it surpasses its parent organization. Bhagwat recently asserted that anyone disallowing Muslims in India is not Hindu. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's label for protesting youth was also…

The Economic Times

Weather update tomorrow: IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain in 8 states on August 31

On Monday, eight states in India are set to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, with other areas also bracing for substantial rainfall and thunderstorms. The west coast and southern parts of the country will witness widespread precipitation. This robust monsoon activity is projected to persist throughout the first week…

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India, Uzbekistan to partner on safe AI systems, outer space exploration, and IT parks

India and Uzbekistan will expand strategic cooperation in digital technology and AI. They will also enhance collaboration in outer space exploration and peaceful applications. Regional transport logistics will be improved through modernizing networks and reducing friction.

The Economic Times

Sitharaman hails India's resilience amid global uncertainties, says govt protected farmers, households

India maintained economic resilience by monitoring global events and focusing on domestic needs. The nation sustained over seven percent growth despite global challenges and pandemic impacts. Fiscal prudence guides India's path to reduce borrowing to fifty percent of GDP. Credit ratings are improving through effective economic management and social welfare…

The Economic Times

School holiday tomorrow, August 31, 2026: Are schools closed due to rain? Check status in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru and other states

As of now, there are no confirmed nationwide school holidays for August 31, 2026. Heavy monsoon rains are predicted to affect eastern India and the Himalayan regions, potentially leading to localized school closures. Parents are advised to monitor official school and district announcements for real-time updates. Regular school schedules are…

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India and Uzbekistan deepen ties, eye $5bn trade and long-term uranium supplies

The two governments also broadened cooperation on critical minerals, defence, digital payments and transport. A new foreign minister-level mechanism will oversee implementation, alongside expanded education and regional links.

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Nepal floods: Teacher evacuates 1,600 students as floods wash away Trishuli school

Nepal's devastating flash floods have caused widespread destruction and significant loss of life. Over 794 bodies have been recovered, with thousands still missing after the disaster. Indian rescue teams are assisting Nepali forces in search and rescue operations. Schools and homes were swept away, impacting many students and residents. Relief…

The Economic Times

Uzbekistan backs India's permanent UNSC bid; both agree to set up FM-led mechanism, strengthen counter-terror cooperation

Uzbekistan supports India's permanent UNSC membership bid and will establish a Foreign Ministers-led oversight mechanism. Both nations condemned terrorism and agreed to enhance counter-terrorism cooperation through joint working groups. They also committed to strengthening coordination at international forums for Global South interests.

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Commerce ministry meeting industry, exporters on India-US trade on September 1

India's Commerce Ministry will meet industry leaders on September 1 regarding trade performance. This meeting precedes Minister Piyush Goyal's US visit for G-20 talks. Discussions will focus on recent trade trends and sector-wise performance. Negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement are ongoing between the two nations. India seeks a comparative…

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Russia submits proposal in response to Indian tender for 5 more S-400 'Sudarshan' units

Russia has submitted a proposal for five more S-400 air defence squadrons. India is processing this significant defense acquisition estimated at over fifty thousand crore rupees. Deliveries for these new systems are expected to commence approximately three years after the deal is signed. India has already received four S-400 squadrons…

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'Disproportionate' use of force against PoK protesters, polls not credible: Pakistan's human rights body

Pakistan's human rights body questioned the PoK election's credibility. The state used disproportionate force against protesters, deepening polarization. Longstanding grievances fueled unrest and institutional distrust in the region. India called the PoK elections a complete farce and criticized Pakistan's actions. The report urged an independent investigation into all deaths and…

The Economic Times

Bishnu S. Atal: The Indian-born scientist whose breakthrough helped make mobile phone calls possible

Bishnu S. Atal, an accomplished engineer from India, made remarkable contributions to the fields of digital telephony and cellular technology. His groundbreaking research concentrated on speech processing and data compression, which significantly minimized the requirements for data transmission. He pioneered innovations like linear predictive coding and code-excited linear prediction, which…

The Times of India

Rebuilt with India aid, flood-erased Nepal school seeks help to rebuild on higher ground

TRISHULI BAZAAR (NUWAKOT, NEPAL): Three warnings came within minutes the day it flooded, an accountant rushed in saying water was gushing in, a teacher relayed a phone call from upstream saying the area had been “swallowed”, and a parent arrived on a scooter to take his daughter away.

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Why Do People Keep a Sharp Object Under Their Pillow While Sleeping? The Real Reason

Have you ever heard someone say, "Keep a knife or scissors under your pillow, it will keep bad dreams away"? It might sound strange, but this is an old belief that has been passed down in many families. In some Indian households, grandparents have suggested keeping a knife or scissors…

The Economic Times

India mandates IST as common time reference; gives 180-day window for compliance

New rules mandate Indian Standard Time as the single national reference. These rules will come into force 180 days after their official gazette publication. The move aims to synchronize digital and technology-based systems across India. It also reduces dependence on foreign satellite-based time sources. A pilot demonstration network is currently…

The Economic Times

Uzbekistan introduces 30-day visa-free regime for Indian citizens during PM Modi's visit

Uzbekistan has announced a 30-day visa-free regime for Indian citizens. This decision aims to strengthen people-to-people contacts and business exchanges between the two nations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. Bilateral trade between India and Uzbekistan has now exceeded one billion US dollars.

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