Recent museum thefts in Europe | Explained • Nearly 700 OpenAI agents coordinated Hugging Face attack, says report • Why did Allahabad High Court rule that wearing a headscarf is not an essential religious practice? | Explained • ‘Murder maar de sadak ke upar’: Haryanvi singer-YouTuber Ankiit Balyann’s last reel before 18-bullet killing
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A minor student from a private CBSE school in Prayagraj moved the Allahabad High Court through her mother, asking the court to issue a direction to the school authorities to permit her to wear a headscarf in addition to the uniform prescribed by the school
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Ankiit Balyann, a popular Haryanvi singer with a significant social media following, was killed outside a gym in UP's Shamli on Wednesday.
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The proposal comes amid persistent concerns among motorists about the impact of E20 petrol on older vehicles and fuel economy.
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Bihar, UP live updates: A high alert has also been issued inn Uttar Pradesh following directives from the chief minister Yogi Adityanath regarding floods in Nepal. Relief Commissioner's office is conducting 24/7 round-the-clock monitoring of the situation.
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A minor student from a private CBSE school in Prayagraj moved the Allahabad High Court through her mother, asking the court to issue a direction to the school authorities to permit her to wear a headscarf in addition to the uniform prescribed by the school
Ankiit Balyann, a popular Haryanvi singer with a significant social media following, was killed outside a gym in UP's Shamli on Wednesday.
The proposal comes amid persistent concerns among motorists about the impact of E20 petrol on older vehicles and fuel economy.
Bihar, UP live updates: A high alert has also been issued inn Uttar Pradesh following directives from the chief minister Yogi Adityanath regarding floods in Nepal. Relief Commissioner's office is conducting 24/7 round-the-clock monitoring of the situation.
What were the main objections to the Parandur site? How much land had been acquired? What approvals had the plan secured? Why does Chennai need another airport? What will Terminal 5 add to Chennai airport’s capacity? How soon can Chennai get a second airport?
India and China must be transparent about the talks on boundary dispute
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Unlike robberies in banks or other institutions that notoriously become violent and traumatic, law enforcement agencies and popular culture have long associated museum thefts with the same ‘elegance’ and sophistication that the targets are known for
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For assistance and information related to Indian nationals who have been affected by the flash floods in Nepal, the following emergency numbers may be contacted: +977 985 131 6807, +977 970 910 7500, said a post by the Indian Embassy in Nepal
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India and China must be transparent about the talks on boundary dispute
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India and China agree to hold the next meeting of an expert-level mechanism on trans-border rivers in September, and to maintain communication on sharing hydrological data
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Throughout an extraordinary lifetime devoted entirely to artistic creation, Kusama pursued an internationally acclaimed career as a pioneering avant-garde artist whose creative practice encompassed visual art, performance, fiction, and poetry, a statement said
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Top stock market recommendations: Vedanta, Central Depository Services (India) Ltd (CDSL), and Ashok Leyland - Aakash K Hindocha, Vice President - Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group/Nuvama Wealth has picked these as the top stocks to buy on August 27,
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is a period gangster drama set in Goa between the 1940s and 1970s, following a man's rise in the world of crime.
Data centres accounted for 21% of STL's revenue in Q1FY27, up from 16% in FY26, making the segment its fastest-growing business avenue.
Speculation swirled that Balyan may have been planning to contest upcoming panchayat polls, though neither the police nor his associates have officially confirmed this as a possible motive.
X sued New York last year claiming provisions of New York's "Stop Hiding Hate Act" violate state and federal free speech guarantees.
Startups, silicon and the digital systems rewiring Indian life.
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The episode drew wide attention and fed worries that the biggest AI companies cannot keep their own models under control
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The device is also expected to be Apple’s challenge to the dominance of Samsung Electronics in the niche but growing foldable smartphone market
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In Chhattisgarh, non-profit Girl Rising’s RISE Premier League is putting girls and boys on the same cricket field, where they play together on the same team, as equals. Meanwhile, the hiring outlook among GCCs in India remains positive for FY27.
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Bengaluru-based healthtech startup SugarStrings.ai has developed a non-invasive DNA test that screens users for more than 7,442 genetic disorders, and aims to make genetic testing more accessible and privacy-focused.
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The spacetech startup is building robotic and propulsion systems to service satellites in orbit and reduce space debris. It will deploy the new funding to execute four in-orbit missions over the next 18 months.
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TILT will primarily invest in startups at the seed to Series A stages, with cheque sizes ranging from Rs 2 crore to Rs 16 crore.
ISRO, research, climate and the long view of the natural world.
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Repetitive DNA near chromosome centers forms a unique barcode for partner recognition. This barcode guides chromosomes to their correct partners during egg cell development. When this DNA barcode is disrupted, chromosomes pair incorrectly or fail to pair. A qu
After three decades of dedicated conservation efforts, the Galápagos snapdragon, a critically endangered species, is showing promising signs of recovery. With only six wild plants left in existence, conservationists successfully nurtured them in nurseries, eve
In a groundbreaking conservation initiative, scientists have successfully cultivated twenty-two thousand black ash seeds, aiming to protect crucial genetic diversity from vanishing wild populations. By leveraging artificial intelligence to assess thousands of
A Virginia student merges lab biology with machine learning to unveil crucial insights into cancer. Her groundbreaking research focuses on ribosome stalling, an essential element of protein production. By identifying unique signals that interrupt protein synth
Medicine, public health and wellbeing across India.
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Neurosurgeon shares simple ways to protect your brain, from wearing a helmet on e-scooters to controlling blood pressure and avoiding alcohol.
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The country’s capability when it comes to treating childhood cancer has expanded immensely. The challenge however is, we do not know how may children have cancer, and not every child with cancer is able to reach and afford these treatments
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The cyclosporiasis outbreak is one of the largest foodborne illness events in recent U.S. history.The illness is caused by the cyclospora parasite, which can lead to diarrhea, nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms
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The biowearable is designed to alert people of rising ketones that can lead to a diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) emergency, a serious health complication for people with diabetes
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Think debilitating period pain is normal? Gynaecologist explains the warning signs that mean your menstrual cramps need medical attention.
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In an exclusive interview with HT Lifestyle, calisthenics athelete, Prableen Kaur Gill shared her journey from strength training to international competitions.
Cricket, the leagues and the stories behind every scoreline.
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St Lucia Kings hit 211 for 4, only the second 200-plus total of the season, and it was never really threatened except when Kieron Pollard smashed a 26-ball 65
Anaya Bangar sets her sights on breaking into elite women's cricket in Australia by March 2027. With the support of Cricket Australia, she intends to follow a clear pathway toward achieving her ambition. However, her eligibility hinges on specific policy crite
Sunil Narine has made history by claiming his 650th T20 wicket, solidifying his position as one of the format's top bowlers. This landmark achievement occurred during a Caribbean Premier League game with the Trinbago Knight Riders. With a total of 650 wickets
Former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja has warned that the team is losing its fan base due to poor performances, urging players to give their diehard supporters something to cheer about.
In gymnastics, Pranati Nayak is the lone athlete to be cleared. There is no explanation on why other gymnasts who earned nominative, by-name quotas from the Asian Gymnastics Union (AGU) were not considered.
Bollywood, regional cinema, music, books and the culture conversation.
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Samay Raina got felicitated by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis after facing backlash for India's Got Latent Controversy last year.
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Mohanlal unveiled the first look poster for his upcoming film 'Athimanoharam' during Onam. He will be seen as Sub Inspector TS Lovelajan in this new movie. Meera Jasmine also stars in the film, reuniting with Mohanlal after many years. The movie combines polic
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The initiative to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton has gained remarkable momentum online, with more than 100,000 supporters joining the cause. This movement, spearheaded by Tennesseans, seeks to pay tribute to the singer’s incredible i
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Arjun Kapoor recalled their late mother, Mona Shourie Kapoor, during sister Anshula's wedding, sharing his belief she would have cherished every moment.
Times of India
Shalini Pandey celebrated the ninth anniversary of her debut film, Arjun Reddy. She shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking fans for their immense love. The romantic drama marked her first appearance on the big screen alongside Vijay Deverakonda. Arj
Times of India
Devastating floods in Nepal have caused significant loss and many people are missing. Actor Sonu Sood and actress Manisha Koirala offered support to the affected people. Fashion designer Prabal Gurung also expressed deep concern over the unimaginable loss. Pre
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