HC holds builder guilty, says must serve 3 mnths’ jail, but stays sentence

The Bombay HC on Friday held Pravin Satra of Darshan Developers guilty of contempt of court for willfully flouting his assurances to court and sentenced him to three months in a civil prison. In the case of flats booked almost 20 years ago, the builder had nine years ago undertaken, in consent terms filed before the HC, to deliver possession, within nine months, of two flats to a buyer couple who had petitioned the court.

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RJD neta's 'lipstick' remark sparks row

Senior RJD functionary Abdul Bari Siddiqui's remark that only "women with lipstick and bob-cut hair" would benefit from the women's reservation in Parliament and state assemblies has triggered a controversy, with BJP seeking an apology from him and describing Lalu Prasad's party as "anti-women". Siddiqui, who added that "reservation should be given to backward and extremely backward women", later said his intention was not to hurt anyone.

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Ambitious IMEEC set to merge geopolitics and geoeconomics

Marrying a country's geopolitical priorities with its trade and commerce objectives is not always an easy task. Although part of the same quest for enhancing the country's interests, they often exist in tension with each other.

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iPhone 15 series was launched on September 15 at Apple 'Wanderlust' event. One of the significant changes in this year's flagship lineup from the company was the inclusion of the USB Type-C charging ports, similar to several Android smartphones. However, if you are wondering about using the Android cable for charging iPhone 15 lineup, it is time to rethink as an Apple...

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US, Canada dial down diatribe against India on Nijjar killing

The United States and Canada are dialling down their diatribe over the alleged New Delhi hand in the killing of Sikh pro-Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar amid a strong pushback from India about the “operating space” given to violent militants due to domestic political compulsions.

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Technology

Noise Air Buds Pro SE TWS earphones were launched in India today. The entry-level wearables offer active noise cancellation (ANC) up to 30dB. It packs a 45-hour playback time on a single charge with the case. The latest earphones from Noise get an IPX5 rating for water and dust resistance.

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Noise Air Buds Pro SE TWS earphones were launched in India today. The entry-level wearables offer active noise cancellation (ANC) up to 30dB. It packs a 45-hour playback time on a single charge with the case. The latest earphones from Noise get an IPX5 rating for water and dust resistance.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series was launched in February this year. The South Korean tech giant has reportedly started working on its successor, the Galaxy S24 series, which may release early next year. There has been several leaks and rumours regarding the smartphones, hinting at the specifications and the design. Now, the CAD renders of the Galaxy S24 Ultra have leaked on...

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series was launched in February this year. The South Korean tech giant has reportedly started working on its successor, the Galaxy S24 series, which may release early next year. There has been several leaks and rumours regarding the smartphones, hinting at the specifications and the design. Now, the CAD renders of the Galaxy S24 Ultra have leaked on...

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New York submerged: Heavy rains paralyze subways, roads

Heavy rains in New York City have caused severe flooding, leading to a state of emergency being declared. Cars were submerged, roads were impassable, and the subway system was severely affected. The National Weather Service issued warnings of continued flooding throughout the day. The situation worsened during the morning rush hour, with flights being delayed and streets turning into rivers. While no fatalities or critical injuries have been reported, daily life has been severely disrupted.

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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 TWS earphones were launched in India in February this year at the company's Cloud 11 event. The Chinese electronics company is now working on OnePlus Buds 3, and the renders of the purported earphones have been leaked online. They reveal the specifications of the audio wearable, and also tease their design.

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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 TWS earphones were launched in India in February this year at the company's Cloud 11 event. The Chinese electronics company is now working on OnePlus Buds 3, and the renders of the purported earphones have been leaked online. They reveal the specifications of the audio wearable, and also tease their design.

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EAM S Jaishankar meets US secretary of state Antony Blinken

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met US secretary of state Antony Blinken in Washington. The meeting comes amid serious diplomatic tensions between India and Canada stirred by the killing of a Khalistani terrorist.

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Google Pixel 8 series smartphones are all set to launch on October 4, alongside Pixel Watch 2. The smartphone lineup includes Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Both the handsets will be available for purchase in India starting October 5. A new report has now leaked the press renders of the Google Pixel 8 series and Pixel Watch 2, revealing the design and hinting at specificati...

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Google Pixel 8 series smartphones are all set to launch on October 4, alongside Pixel Watch 2. The smartphone lineup includes Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Both the handsets will be available for purchase in India starting October 5. A new report has now leaked the press renders of the Google Pixel 8 series and Pixel Watch 2, revealing the design and hinting at specificati...

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Karima Baloch's husband blames Pak's ISI for her killing, asks Canada to reopen case

The husband of Baloch political activist Karima Baloch, who was killed in Toronto in 2020, accused Pakistan's ISI of her murder and called on the Canadian government to reopen the investigation. He participated in a protest in Geneva organized by the Baloch National Movement (BNM) to demand justice for Karima and other Baloch activists killed in Pakistan and abroad.

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SPO dead, 3 hurt as police vehicle falls into gorge in J&K’s Ramban

A Special Police Officer (SPO) of J&K Police died while three others were injured when the police vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Chanderkot area of Ramban district on Wednesday. “On receiving information about the accident, police and locals rushed to the spot and evacuated the injured to a nearby medical facility,” said a source.

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US woman meets her saviour in Lucknow

Mahogany and her friend Christopher reached the home of septuagenarian Sunita Nigam in Lucknow on Wednesday afternoon. Sunita is the former superintendent of the children’s shelter home, Lilawati Bal Griha, in the city's Aishbagh area.

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21 British MPs call on UK to halt FTA negotiations with India

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Waheeda

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen as the recipient of the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest film honor. Rehman, known for her beauty and acting skills, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, and the timing of the award coincided with the birth centenary of her co-star Dev Anand, with whom she frequently collaborated.

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Govt extends Afspa in parts of Arunachal, Nagaland for 6 months

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act has been extended in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, giving armed forces personnel sweeping powers in "disturbed areas" to maintain public order. The declaration was made by the Union Home Ministry and will be in effect for a period of six months, starting from October 1, 2023.

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SC allows deaf lawyer to argue in sign language

The Supreme Court in India has started allowing sign language interpretation for hearing impaired lawyers, demonstrating that not everything needs to be spoken aloud in court. In a recent case, a deaf advocate was permitted to virtually argue with the help of a sign language interpreter.

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Most Indians are overdosing on salt by 3 grams, says study

A study published in the journal Nature Portfolio reveals that the average Indian consumes 8g of salt daily, exceeding the recommended daily limit of 5g. The study, based on a sample survey, found that men, employed individuals, tobacco users, obese individuals, and those with raised blood pressure had higher salt intake.

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Ukraine: Attack on Russian navy HQ killed 34, including fleet commander

The missile strike that blasted the Crimean headquarters of Russia’s navy last week killed 34 officers, including the fleet commander, Ukraine said Monday, though it provided no evidence to support its claim. Ukraine’s Special Operation Forces said on the Telegram messaging app that its strike on the main building of the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in the port city of Sevastopol had wounded 105 people.

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Dad's brave call proved right for double medallist Aishwary

Indian shooters made a telling statement at the Asian Games, winning three medals, including a team gold, as the country's marksmen asserted their class by grabbing five podium finishes in just two days of competition.

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RBI may let wilful defaulters shed label after settlement

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft master direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters, allowing borrowers to remove the tag by reaching a compromise settlement with banks. The new rules aim to provide a transparent procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters while complying with the principles of natural justice. However, some criminal cases may lose ground as a result.

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Man moving suspiciously near LoC shot, shifted to Jammu GMCH

​A man spotted moving suspiciously very close to the Line of Control (LoC) was fired upon by the Army in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday. The suspect was later rescued and shifted to the Government Medical College and Hospital, Jammu, with bullet injuries.

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India win rain-marred 2nd ODI against Australia to seal series

Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill hit attacking centuries to help India thrash Australia by 99 runs in a rain-hit 2nd ODI on Sunday to clinch the series 2-0. Iyer (105) Gill (104) put on a dominant 2nd-wicket stand of 200 to lay the foundations for India's 399/5. KL Rahul's 52 and an unbeaten 72 by Suryakumar Yadav contributed to the mammoth total. Chasing a DLS revised target of 317 in 33 overs after rain interrupted play in the chase, Australia were bowled out for 217 in 28.2 overs.

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Bihar: Seized liquor stolen from police store room in Muzaffarpur district

​​Officially, liquor is currently out of people’s reach after Bihar government enforced total prohibition seven years back.

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'You are Indian...you are the worst kind': Driver hurls abuses at woman

A Singaporean-Chinese cab driver is being investigated for racially abusing a Eurasian woman and her daughter, mistaking them for being Indian. The incident was captured in a heated conversation that the woman recorded and posted on Facebook. The driver can be heard shouting racial slurs and making derogatory remarks.

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Canada flow ‘comfortable’, but India expands masur dal imports

The Indian government is "comfortable" with the amount of red lentils imported from Canada amid tensions between the two countries. India has received nearly one lakh tonnes of lentils at its ports, which is sufficient to meet the country's annual consumption of 23 lakh tonnes. The government is considering continuing the zero import duty on lentils beyond March 2024 to encourage overseas growers.

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Jamiat calls Bidhuri incident ‘shameful’, urges Speaker to take action

Maulana Arshad Madani of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind has criticized BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's remarks in Parliament, calling them "shameful" and "filthy". Madani expressed concern over the use of such language against a Muslim MP and accused the ruling party of not taking any action to stop it. He also urged the Speaker to take legal action against Bidhuri for his comments.

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Brainless jellyfish wows scientists with its ability to learn

Researchers have discovered that box jellyfish, specifically the species Tripedalia cystophora, have the ability to learn. In a lab experiment, the jellyfish were trained to recognize and avoid patterns that represented mangrove roots, which they would typically collide with. After a few collisions, the jellyfish changed their behavior and began swimming farther away from the pattern. The study sheds light on the origins of learning and raises questions about the capacity to learn among nerve cells, regardless of whether they are part of a brain.

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Probe shoddy: Supreme Court acquits two on death row of murder

The Supreme Court has acquitted two death row convicts and one lifer in a murder case due to a poorly conducted investigation. The court expressed concern over the inefficiency and lack of professionalism in police investigations and called for the development of a code of investigation to ensure better standards.

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Did Trudeau govt snoop on personnel of Indian high commission?

Indian diplomatic personnel in Canada may have been subjected to illegal surveillance by the Trudeau government, according to claims made by authorities in Ottawa.

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Canada says 'no place for hate', reassures Hindus

Public safety minister Dominic LeBlanc and Sikh MPs Harjit Singh Sajjan and Randeep Sarai have reassured Canadian Hindus of their safety. The department stated that there is no place for hate in Canada.

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Canada shared intelligence on Nijjar murder with India weeks ago: Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday said that ​​Canada shared evidence on allegations behind Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing with the Indian government weeks ago.

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I love to put myself in challenging situations: KL Rahul

KL Rahul, currently serving as India's stand-in captain, values the opportunity to immerse himself in "challenging scenarios," especially in the wake of his extended absence due to injury.

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Authors vs AI: Grisham, Martin, Picoult among 17 to sue OpenAI

Seventeen authors, including John Grisham, Jodi Picoult, and George R.R. Martin, are suing OpenAI, alleging that the company's ChatGPT program is using their copyrighted works without permission.

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'Defining moment', says PM as RS passes women's reservation bill

The women's reservation bill, which seeks to provide 33% reservation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, was passed by the Rajya Sabha with a unanimous vote of 214-0. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all the MPs and said with the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament, we usher in an era of stronger representation and empowerment for the women of India.

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technology

YouTube will roll out a slew of artificial-intelligence-powered features for creators, the latest effort from parent company Alphabet to incorporate generative AI — technology that can create and synthesize text, images, music and other media given simple prompts — into its most important products and services.

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Turkish President Erdogan again brings up Kashmir issue at UN

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan raised the issue of Kashmir during his address at the UN General Assembly. He called for the establishment of a just and lasting peace through dialogue and cooperation between India and Pakistan.

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Cooperate with Canada on Nijjar probe, US urges India

US urged India to cooperate with Canada's probe into the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. US ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, called for those responsible to be held accountable and for traditional friends and partners to work together.

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IndiGo stops selling beverage in cans, bundles it with snacks

In an age of airlines unbundling services to charge extra, IndiGo has bundled its on-board beverage sales. The low cost carrier will no longer sell soft drink cans and passengers will need to buy them with a meal.

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Jilted lover kills girl’s grandpa, lynched by mob in Uttar Pradesh

A 25-year-old man, identified as Asim, was beaten to death by an angry mob after he repeatedly stabbed an elderly man in Ambedkarnagar early on Wednesday.

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Surprisingly, no new Kindle device or service was announced.

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US Federal Reserve leaves key interest rate unchanged

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its primary interest rate unchanged at 5.25%-5.5% in an effort to achieve a "gentle landing" for the US economy. The central bank aims to cool down inflation without causing a severe recession. The Federal Reserve has been implementing a series of interest rate hikes since March 2022 to slow down the economy and rein in inflation. While progress has been made, certain service costs are still increasing at a higher rate than before the pandemic.

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Anantnag gunbattle ends after seven days: Two terrorists killed

Security forces have identified Uzair Khan, a top commander of The Resistance Force, who was killed in the forests near Gadool village of Kokernag in north Kashmir’s Anantnag district during a week-long search-and-shoot operation.

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Centre launches initiatives focusing on agri-credit and crop insurance

The Indian government has launched three initiatives aimed at improving financial inclusion and livelihoods in the agricultural community. The initiatives include the Kisan Rin Portal for credit delivery, the Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan for short-term agriculture credit, and the WINDS Manual for weather data collection.

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technology

India's antitrust body has appointed three new members to oversee cases, including a former government official from the commerce ministry and a former interim compliance officer of WhatsApp, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said.

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Uttarakhand disasters kill 100 in 3 months, most in landslides

The monsoon season in Uttarakhand has resulted in nearly 100 deaths and over a dozen people missing. Landslides are the main cause of these fatalities. Flash floods and cloudbursts have also contributed to 44 deaths.

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Udhayanidhi to TN governor: 'That's why need to eliminate Sanatan'

Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has defended his call to eliminate Sanatana Dharma, following comments by the state's governor on social discrimination. The governor had highlighted the problem of untouchability and inequality in Tamil Nadu. Stalin stated that his party also speaks out against caste discrimination and believes in equality. The DMK's remarks have caused controversy and strained relationships with allies.

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Thailand eyes India to boost tourism recovery after waiving visa for China

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technology

5G smartphones are currently some of the most popular handsets in the market. However, the phones that support 5G connectivity start at a mid-price range. Itel is reportedly going to introduce the first 5G-supported smartphone in India which is going to have an affordable, entry-level price tag.

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Xi Jinping’s security obsession turns ordinary citizens into spy hunters

As part of President Xi Jinping's efforts to strengthen national security and repel foreign threats, Beijing's top universities are incorporating spy-catching courses into their syllabus. Students are being instructed to become a "defense line" against foreign forces, and interactive training games are being organized. The Chinese Ministry of State Security has also joined social media app WeChat to raise awareness about national security.

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PM Modi launches Rs 13,000 crore scheme for artisans

Narendra Modi followed through on his August 15 speech and launched the ‘PM Vishwakarma Scheme’, a central plan with an outlay of Rs 13,000 crore, on Sunday. He said it was high time that ‘Vishwakarmas’ (community of artisans and craftspeople) were recognised and supported, and his government had come forward as a partner to elevate their respect, enhance their capabilities and make them prosperous.

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Traces of rare metal vanadium, key for batteries, found off Gujarat coast

Vanadium, a critical raw material for many industrial applications, has been found in sediment samples collected from Gulf of Khambhat, which opens into the Arabian Sea off Alang in Gujarat. What makes this find a significant one is that the war mineral, used to strengthen steel and make batteries, is scarce in India.

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Kashmir army jawan dies as colleague’s gun fires ‘accidentally’

An army jawan died and another was injured after a colleague’s rifle allegedly went off accidentally in a camp in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on the intervening night of Saturday-Sunday. The deceased jawan has been identified as Vipin Batya, 40, of 14 Rashtriya Rifles and the injured as Yogesh, 37.

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More Indians applying for visas this year than record 2019

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Free speech not hate speech: Madras high court on Sanatan plea

The Madras High Court has stated that free speech cannot be considered hate speech and that untouchability is unconstitutional, both within and outside of the Sanatan Dharma. This came as the court heard a petition against a Tamil Nadu college that had sought students' views on the topic of "Opposition to Sanatan."

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In a first, NSIL to help Euro firm test re-entry capsule on PSLV last stage

Come January, a petite European spacecraft, christened “Bikini,” will hitch a ride aboard India’s trusted PSLV, soaring to a staggering altitude of 500km before making a re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere and plunging into the deep sea.

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'Rising ammunition prices set back Nato efforts to boost security'

Nato's top military official warned on Saturday that a drastic rise in prices for weapons and ammunition means that allies' higher defence spending does not automatically translate into greater security.

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'They don't play fearless…': Doull on India's approach in ICC events

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull expressed concerns about India's performance in major ICC events, stating that fearless cricket is crucial on the grand stage. Doull argued that Team India has struggled to adopt this approach, as they focus too much on statistics and are too worried about their stats, which is a concern for their batting side.

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Wounded soldier's death takes J&K toll to 4

A soldier wounded in a three-day operation against Pakistan-backed terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag has died in the hospital, bringing the total casualties to four. The search is ongoing for three Pakistani terrorists and a local recruit in the forests near the village of Gadool.

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Technology

Google is adding significant upgrades to Chromebooks, increasing the number of years for upcoming updates. In a recent announcement, Google mentioned that all Chromebook platforms will now get regular automatic updates every four weeks to provide better security. Moreover, the repair process will also get faster with new ChromeOS updates for Chromebooks.

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'US consulate in Frankfurt sets aside visa interview appointments for Indian applicants’

The US consulate in Frankfurt has set aside nonimmigrant visa interview appointments specifically for Indian applicants, with a wait time of just three days. In contrast, the wait time for B1/B2 visa interview appointments in India ranges from 441 to 607 days.

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technology

India is set to conduct a key test in its ambitious crewed space mission Gaganyaan as early as next month, the project director of the mission R Hutton told Reuters. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is currently training four astronauts and looking to expand the cohort as it aims for more future manned missions, Hutton said.

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Kamal Haasan hosted Bigg Boss Tamil season 7 to premiere on Oct 1; watch promo

Host Kamal Haasan is back with a bang. As per reports, Bigg Boss Tamil 7 will have its grand premiere on October 1. The preps are in full swing for the grand launch of the Bigg Boss Tamil 7 premiere episode.

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Tata Motors, India's biggest electric carmaker, is testing its electric vehicles in some global markets where it could look at a potential launch if the experiment succeeds, its managing director told Reuters. The tests are in early stages and based on how the cars perform, Tata may need to make some changes to the product before it can finalise and develop a "go to m...

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Tata Motors, India's biggest electric carmaker, is testing its electric vehicles in some global markets where it could look at a potential launch if the experiment succeeds, its managing director told Reuters. The tests are in early stages and based on how the cars perform, Tata may need to make some changes to the product before it can finalise and develop a "go to m...

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France's radiation watchdog has banned sales of Apple's iPhone 12 after tests that it said showed the smartphone breached European radiation exposure limits. The Agence Nationale des Frequences (ANFR) said on Tuesday the model's Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) — a measure of the rate of radiofrequency energy absorbed by the body from a piece of equipment — was high...

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Hunter Biden indicted on federal firearms charges

Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, is facing criminal charges related to gun possession after failing to reach a plea deal. This is the first time a sitting president's child is being prosecuted. The charges were brought by US Special Counsel David Weiss, who has been investigating Hunter Biden's business dealings. These charges add drama to the upcoming 2024 presidential campaign, where President Biden is expected to seek reelection against former President Donald Trump. Hunter Biden has been targeted by Republicans for years, but there is no evidence that President Biden personally benefited from his son's activities.

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5th Nipah case in Kerala, contact list swells to 789

A 24-year-old healthcare worker at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah fever on Wednesday, a day after four people, including two who have since passed away, were confirmed to be infected with the virus. The health worker's samples were tested at National Institute of Virology, Pune, according to health minister Veena George.

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At least 4 bills on the agenda of special Parliament session

The government on Wednesday said a discussion on the evolution of parliamentary democracy in India and a few bills, including the controversial one for the appointment of Election Commissioners, will be part of the agenda for the much-awaited special Parliament session from September 18.

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Technology

Apple announced iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17 at the WWDC 2023 in June this year. The California-based tech giant has now revealed the release timeline for the the latest operating systems (OS) at the Apple Wonderlust event tonight.

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technology

Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 were launched at the Cupertino company's 'Wonderlust' event today. The latest wearables include a new and improved S9 chipset and offer improved displays. The Apple Watch Series 9 is offered in 42mm and 45mm sizes, while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is launched in 49mm size.

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Technology

Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 were launched at the Cupertino company's 'Wonderlust' event today. The latest wearables include a new and improved S9 chipset and offer improved displays. The Apple Watch Series 9 is offered in 42mm and 45mm sizes, while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is launched in 49mm size.

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Kuldeep becomes fastest Indian spinner to 150 ODI wickets

Indian wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav continued to make waves in the ODI cricket as he dished out yet another winning performance in the Asia Cup Super Four match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

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Navy & culture min join hands to stitch back Indian maritime marvel

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US firm to unveil luxury space adventures in India

SpaceVIP, a mission-driven space expedition company based in the United States, will commence its services in India next month, enabling high-net-worth individuals in the country to embark on journeys to space. “For the first time, these luxury services will be available to clientele in India,” the company said in a statement.

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Asia Cup: How India blew away Pakistan in rain-marred Super 4 contest

All-round India outclassed Pakistan in their rain-marred opening Asia Cup Super Four match at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The rain forced the match to reserve day, but India emerged victorious by 228 runs to collect two points in the Super 4 stage. This victory pushed India to the top of the Super Fours standings on superior Net Run Rate (NRR), with Sri Lanka and Pakistan also having two points each.

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No tap or scan: Your car can pay for fuel directly

After cards, phones, and smartwatches, 'pay by car' - launched by Amazon and Mastercard-backed ToneTag - is the latest mode for making payments. The service has been enabled by linking UPI with the car's infotainment system. This way, a car owner can pay digitally without a smartphone.

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Gold smuggling racket busted, airline staffer among 6 held

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Madhya Pradesh okays Rs 10 lakh for lynching victims

The Shivraj Singh Chouhan cabinet in Bhopal has approved a law for compensation for victims of mob lynching. The 'Mob Lynching Victim Compensation Scheme 2023' will provide relief and rehabilitation for victims and their dependents. The family of a victim killed by a mob will receive a compensation of Rs 10 lakh, while those injured will receive Rs 4 lakh to Rs 6 lakh. The cabinet also approved a housing scheme for those who did not qualify for the PM Awas Yojana.

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Chandrababu Naidu arrested in 3am swoop over 'skill devpt scam'

Naidu, who was touring the state as part of his pre-election campaign, was camping in a bus at Nandyal when a CID special investigation team woke him at 3am and said he was being arrested in an alleged scam of Rs 371 crore in the AP Skill Development Corporation. The scam is said to have taken place between 2014 and 2019, when Naidu was Andhra Pradesh CM.

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Full schedule: Day 2 of G20 summit in Delhi

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Asia Cup: Samarawickrama, bowlers power SL to 21-run win

Samarawickrama scored a brilliant 93 before Sri Lanka bowlers rallied to beat Bangladesh by 21 runs in their Asia Cup Super 4 match in Colombo. Invited to bat, Samarawickrama & Kusal Mendis (50) took Sri Lanka to 257/9. Skipper Dasun Shanaka (3/28), Matheesha Pathirana (3/58) and spinner Maheesh Theekshana (3/69) then led a disciplined bowling attack to stop Bangladesh at 236 in 48.1 overs.

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Relief for Fadnavis, acquitted in poll info 'supression' case

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G20 summit: Global leaders are here, but where are they on Ukraine?

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Pixel Watch 2 is all set to launch globally on October 4 at the Made by Google launch event on October 4. Now, Google India has confirmed that the smartwatch will make its debut in India a day later, on October 5. The company has also revealed that the smartwatch will be available for purchase exclusively on e-commerce platform, Flipkart.

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Pixel Watch 2 is all set to launch globally on October 4 at the Made by Google launch event on October 4. Now, Google India has confirmed that the smartwatch will make its debut in India a day later, on October 5. The company has also revealed that the smartwatch will be available for purchase exclusively on e-commerce platform, Flipkart.

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Vivo T2 5G and Vivo T2x 5G smartphones were launched in India in April this year. The company is reportedly working on another smartphone in the Vivo T2 series. This could be the new 'Pro' variant. The report has also hinted at the expected chipset that will power the purported smartphone, the Vivo T2 Pro 5G.

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Social media app maker Snap on Thursday said it will roll out in-app warnings and other safeguards globally to offer enhanced protection to users between the age group of 13-17 years against online risks. The safeguards will enable safer communications and search, and show teenage users age-appropriate content.

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Social media app maker Snap on Thursday said it will roll out in-app warnings and other safeguards globally to offer enhanced protection to users between the age group of 13-17 years against online risks. The safeguards will enable safer communications and search, and show teenage users age-appropriate content.

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Pixel 8 series, including the standard Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, is all set to launched by Google on October 4. Ahead of the official debut, the California-based tech giant has revealed the design of the smartphones. Google has also hinted at other devices that are scheduled to launch on the same day. These are a new smartwatch and earphones, which could be the Pixel ...

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Pixel 8 series, including the standard Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, is all set to launched by Google on October 4. Ahead of the official debut, the California-based tech giant has revealed the design of the smartphones. Google has also hinted at other devices that are scheduled to launch on the same day. These are a new smartwatch and earphones, which could be the Pixel ...

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UNESCO on Thursday published its first guidance on use of Generative AI (GenAI) for education, urging governmental agencies to regulate the use of the technology, including protection of data privacy and putting an age limit for users. GenAI chatbot ChatGPT has become the world's fastest growing app to date, and its emergence has prompted the release of rivals, such a...

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Bopanna, Ebden reach US Open men's doubles final

Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden, a sixth-seeded Indian-Australian duo, advanced to the final of the men's doubles event at the US Open, securing their spot in the final with a commanding straight-set victory over French pair Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicolas Mahut. The Indo-Australian duo had previously reached the semifinals at Wimbledon earlier this year.

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Gujarat HC allows girl to abort 27-week fetus

The Gujarat high court on Wednesday permitted a 12-year-old girl raped by her father to terminate her 27-week pregnancy and ordered the state government to pay Rs 2.5 lakh as compensation to her.

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This August was globally hottest ever recorded

It was globally the hottest August on record – by a large margin – and the second-hottest month ever after July 2023, said the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) analysing data from the European Union-funded Copernicus Climate Change Service on Wednesday. The data indicates ’23 is likely to be the hottest year on record as the year so far (January to August) has been the second warmest on record after 2016.

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National Conference denied symbol, SC quashes Ladakh poll

Deprecating Union Territory of Ladakh for denying National Conference its rightful claim to the ‘Plough’ symbol for elections to Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Kargil, despite the order of the Jammu & Kashmir HC, the Supreme Court on Wednesday quashed the election process and directed that fresh notification be issued within a week. The court also imposed a fine of Rs one lakh.

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SC junks plea for cooling-off period of 2 years for ex-judges

The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea for fixing a cooling-off period of two years for SC and HC judges before accepting any political appointment, saying it was up to a judge to take a call on accepting such an appointment and it was for the government to frame a law.

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Japanese scientists find ‘Earth-like planet’ in our solar system

Two Japanese astronomers have found possible evidence of an “Earth-like planet” within our solar system. The planet has been residing in the Kuiper Belt, which is a circumstellar disk composed of objects in the outer solar system, beginning just past the orbit of Neptune.

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23 get 10 years' jail, 7 acquitted in massacre of 8 cops in Bikru

A special court on Tuesday sentenced 23 people to 10 years in jail under the Gangster Act for the massacre of eight cops in Bikru village of Kanpur Dehat during a raid against gangster Vikas Dubey and his men on July 2, 2020.

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Preventive arrest not for tackling law & order: SC

Holding that governments cannot resort to preventive detention as a “tool for enforcement of law and order”, the Supreme Court has ruled that a habitual offender cannot be put under detention because of his “habituality” of committing offences but only when he is seen as having the potential to cause “public disorder”.

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Fintech major Paytm on Tuesday said it disbursed $667 million (Rs. 5,517 crore) loans through its platform and deployed 87 lakh devices for offline payments in August. Meanwhile, Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions crossed 10 billion mark in August, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) said.

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Fintech major Paytm on Tuesday said it disbursed $667 million (Rs. 5,517 crore) loans through its platform and deployed 87 lakh devices for offline payments in August. Meanwhile, Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions crossed 10 billion mark in August, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) said.

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Huawei Watch GT 4 could launch soon, as the company has announced to host a launch event on September 14 in Barcelona. The company is expected to unveil a new device at the event, dubbed as 'Wearble Strategy and New Product Launch'. The announcement has teased a watch dial on the poster, hinting that the new product could be a smartwatch.

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What KBC 15's first crorepati Jaskaran Singh said

Jaskaran Singh, a 21-year-old from Punjab, became the first crorepati of season 15 of Kaun Banega Crorepati. He even attempted the 7 crore question. Jaskaran in an exclusive chat with ETimes TV talked about his winning moment and how host Amitabh Bachchan comforted him on the show. He expressed his admiration for Amitabh Bachchan's humility and revealed his plans to use the prize money for his family and higher studies.

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SC asks NC MP Lone to swear allegiance to Indian Constitution

The Supreme Court on Monday firmly asked National Conference leader and MP Mohd Akbar Lone to file an affidavit by Tuesday swearing unwavering allegiance to the Indian Constitution and affirming Jammu & Kashmir as an integral part of India after the Centre's strong protest against his “Pakistan zindabad” slogan on the floor of the J&K assembly in 2018.

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Road ministry pitches for more highway project on PPP citing quality

Flagging the issue of construction quality in highway projects executed with full government funding or EPC, Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday asked the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and other wings of the highways ministry to take up more projects on Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode. In PPP projects, the contractors either recover their investment from toll or the highway agencies make the payments over years.

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Happy Teachers Day 2023: Wishes, Messages, Quotes

Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5th each year to honor and appreciate educators. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Indian scholar and philosopher who emphasized the importance of education. Greetings, expressions, and sayings can be used to convey gratitude and admiration for teachers. Visuals, Facebook updates, and WhatsApp statuses can also be shared to show appreciation. Teachers play a crucial role in shaping the future and their influence lasts a lifetime.

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Woman’s testimony sends son to jail for life in Tripura murder case

A mother’s testimony against her son played a pivotal role in his and his friend’s conviction during the trial of a widow’s murder at the district court in Tripura’s Sepahijala on Saturday. The court handed down rigorous life imprisonment sentences to Suman Das (24) and Chandan Das (26) for murdering 55-year-old widow Krishna Das, who worked as a cleaning staff at the Bishalgarh Municipal Council.

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Stalin Junior triggers row with call to ‘eradicate Sanatan Dharma’

A speech in favour of “eradicating Sanatan Dharma” by Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin's minister son Udhayanidhi Stalin at a weekend event left him and INDIA alliance constituent DMK facing a nationwide maelstrom of protest led by BJP, which flagged the remarks as “hate speech”, “anti-Hindu” and a call to “genocide of 80% of the population”.

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Asia Cup: Bangladesh keep Super 4s hopes alive with big win

All-rounder Mehidy Hasan and middle-order batter Najmul Shanto's dazzling centuries were followed by an all-round bowling performance as Bangladesh crushed Afghanistan by 89 runs in the crucial Asia Cup Group B match in Lahore on Sunday. The victory for Bangladesh was their first in the tournament and kept their hopes of qualification for Super Fours alive. After losing their opener against Sri Lanka, Bangladesh were in a must-win situation and Hasan and Shanto stepped up in grand style to set up their team's easy victory.

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Uday Kotak’s exit hints at tough RBI stand on continuation as CEO

Uday Kotak, Asia’s richest banker by virtue of being the founder of Kotak Mahindra Bank, which he led for nearly two decades, on Saturday announced that he was stepping down as its managing director and CEO four months before the end of his term.

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It’s official: Xi Jinping to skip G20 summit; India says won’t hit event

Chinese President Xi Jinping will not come for the G20 summit, official sources confirmed Saturday but said it won’t affect the event in any way. US President Joe Biden had expressed hope earlier this week that Xi would show up at the event.

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‘Nari Shakti’ behind Aditya-L1: Nigar Shaji is project director

‘Nari Shakti’ is behind the success of several key missions of India’s space agency Isro. While Kalpana Kalahasti was one of the faces behind the success of the Chandrayaan-3 landing mission, Nigar Shaji is leading India’s first solar mission as project director for Aditya-L1. Before Aditya-L1 and Chandrayaan-3 missions, two women — project director M Vanitha and mission director Ritu Karidhal Srivastava — too played important roles in the Chandrayaan-2 mission.

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Walmart invests $3.5 billion in Flipkart, ups stake to 80.5%

Walmart has spent $3.5 billion this year to increase its stake in Indian business Flipkart to 80.5%, underlining the aggressive bets the United States-based retailer is making in the country, which it counts as one of its key markets.

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Mass conversions in Chhattisgarh under Congress govt: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah released on Saturday a "black paper" of 69 allegations against the Bhupesh Baghel government in Chhattisgarh and warned that BJP will "hang the corrupt upside down to straighten them out" if voted into government. Shah called the Congress government a "government of scams, scandals, atrocities and breach of promise".

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Chandrayaan-3: Mission goals met, Vikram & Pragyan to be put to sleep Sunday

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Can’t ask troops to clear Manipur roads: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre and the Manipur government to take steps, including airdropping, to ensure supply of food and essential commodities to people affected by road blockades put up by two ethnic groups but refused to direct armed forces to remove these blockades.

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Honor Magic V2 made a global debut on September 1, alongside Honor V Purse, at IFA 2023 that took place in Berlin. The smartphone was previously launched in China in July 2023. The latest foldable from Honor weighs only 231g. It is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, and packs a 5,000mAH battery.

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