At least 7 dead, dozens injured in bus crash in Mississippi

A tragic accident in Mississippi saw a bus veering off Interstate 20 and overturning, resulting in seven deaths, including a 6-year-old boy and his 16-year-old sister from Guatemala. Thirty-seven passengers sustained injuries and were hospitalized. The bus was carrying mainly Central American passengers. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

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KBC16: Amitabh gives rose to contestant, recites iconic romantic dialogue

The latest Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 episode featured Dipti Singh from Kolkata. She performed well, reaching the Rs 12,50,000 question but decided to quit with Rs 6,40,000. Highlight moments included Amitabh Bachchan reciting shayari from the film Silsila, fulfilling Dipti's heartfelt wish, making it a memorable show.

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2nd Test: England on track to win series vs Sri Lanka

England led by 256 runs at Lord's after bowling Sri Lanka out for 196 on Day 2 of the second Test. Gus Atkinson's maiden century ensured a commanding position. Despite Kamindu Mendis scoring 74, Sri Lanka remained in trouble in their first essay. England decided not to enforce follow-on and ended the day at 25 for 1 in their second innings.

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Era of uninterrupted talks with Pakistan over: Jaishankar

India has received an invitation for PM Modi to attend the SCO heads of government meeting in Pakistan. Foreign Minister Jaishankar stressed the end of uninterrupted dialogue with Pakistan due to terrorism concerns. While India plans to participate, the level of representation is uncertain, influenced by recent terror attacks in Jammu.

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Paralympics: Armless archer Sheetal surpasses WR in ranking round

Indian para-athlete Sheetal Devi qualified directly for the round of 16 at the Paris Paralympics in the women's individual compound open archery event with a score of 703 in the ranking round. Though Turkey's Oznur Girdi Cure set a higher record, Devi's achievements and inspiring background reflect her remarkable journey, including records at the 2022 Asian Para Games.

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2nd Test: Joe Root's record-equalling ton revives England against Sri Lanka

Joe Root's 33rd Test century bolstered England to 358 for 7 on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's. Root, alongside Gus Atkinson's unbeaten 74, helped recover from early dismissals, giving England a strong start as they strive for a series lead.

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Sumit, Bhagyashri lead India to vibrant welcome in opening ceremony

The Paris Paralympic Games were officially inaugurated with a grand opening ceremony at the iconic Avenue des Champs-Elysees and then on the Place de la Concorde, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter in Paralympic sports history.

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Staffers left gas leak during lunch break unattended, 17 lost lives at pharma unit

In Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, a chemical blast at a pharmaceutical unit killed 17 workers. The incident was triggered by a leak of methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE), which went unattended during lunch. Despite detecting the leak earlier, it was not addressed until too late, causing the vapors to explode and resulting in severe casualties.

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Stray cows pushed into swollen river in MP, some perish; 4 detained

Authorities in Satna district of Madhya Pradesh arrested three men and detained a minor after they allegedly pushed stray cattle into a swollen river, killing several animals. The incident took place in Bamhor village and was captured on video by a local. The suspects claimed frustration over crop damage by the cattle.

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Automakers announce discounts for 1-2 yrs for vehicle bought against scrapped one

Major car manufacturers such as Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia Motors, and others are offering a 1.5% discount or up to Rs 20,000 on new vehicle purchases against old car scrapping for the next year. The initiative aims to advance circular economy efforts, ensuring cleaner, safer, and more efficient vehicles on roads.

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SC questions fairness of ED, CBI probe, gives Kavitha bail

The Supreme Court granted bail to K Kavitha of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi in corruption and money laundering cases linked to the Delhi excise policy. The court criticized the investigative agencies for their 'pick-and-choose' strategy and highlighted that prolonged undertrial custody should not be punitive, emphasizing a potential lengthy trial process.

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Omar Abdullah to contest Ganderbal seat, calls earlier boycott 'mistake'

Omar Abdullah, of the National Conference, will contest from Ganderbal in the assembly elections, reversing his decision to abstain. He realized that his abstention was inconsistent with party efforts. These elections, the first since the Article 370 abrogation, feature an NC-Congress alliance aiming to restore J&K's statehood, fielding candidates for 83 of 90 seats.

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BJP wins 9, allies 2 in RS bypolls; NDA hits majority mark for first time since 2014

The NDA secured a majority in the Rajya Sabha for the first time since 2014, winning 11 of 12 bypoll seats. With 96 BJP seats and support from allies, six nominated, and two independent members, NDA has a total of 119 seats. This enables them to pass legislation without needing non-NDA, non-UPA parties' support.

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Former militants, separatists band to contest J&K polls

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Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren will join BJP on August 30, Himanta Biswa Sarma says

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Tulsi Gabbard officially endorses Donald Trump: 'He will walk us back from brink of war'

Tulsi Gabbard, former Democratic leader, Monday officially endorsed Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in Detroit and said she is confident that Trump will take the country back from the brink of war.

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Trump had a 'covfefe' rerun. This time, it was 'powerfulnnz'

Powerfulnnz was not powerful enough to take the Internet by surprise because it witnessed covfefe when Trump wrote, "Despite the constant negative press covfefe". At that time, he took the confusion in his stride and wrote, "Who can figure out the true meaning of 'covfefe'? The White House, in fact, said the president and a small group of people knew exactly what covfefe meant.

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Biker held for threatening to rape woman who points to no-entry lane

A 25-year-old man from Khar was arrested within 24 hours for threatening to rape a 49-year-old businesswoman who called him out for riding his bike into a no-entry lane in Bandra. Based on CCTV footage, the police identified and apprehended the man. The woman praised the prompt action by the Bandra Police on social media.

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DPAP, AAP name picks for first phase of Jammu and Kashmir polls

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Terrorist killed, soldier injured in Sopore gunfight

In Sopore area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district, a terrorist was killed and a soldier injured during a brief firefight, ensuing from a joint naka checking. Authorities seized a pistol, grenades, and ammunition from the site. Reinforcements secured the area, aiming to ensure smooth upcoming assembly elections amid heightened security measures.

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Delegation of central govt employees to raise assured pension with PM

The Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM) staff representatives are set to demand an assured pension of 50% of the last salary under the National Pension System from PM Narendra Modi. They also seek periodic inflation adjustment and a minimum payout for those who leave service early. These discussions will affect employees who joined after 2004.

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Loss of innocent lives biggest challenge to humanity: PM Modi

Before departing for Kyiv, PM Narendra Modi and Polish PM Donald Tusk expressed concern about the Ukraine war's humanitarian impact, calling for lasting peace in alignment with international law. They stressed the importance of diplomacy and dialogue, highlighting the conflict’s effects on global security and reiterating India’s commitment to supporting peace efforts.

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KBC 16: Contestant Meena couldn’t answer Rs 1 cr question, what is it?

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 showcased Nareshi Meena from Rajasthan, who braved severe health challenges to win Rs 50 lakhs. She chose to quit while facing the Rs 1 crore question. Host Amitabh Bachchan praised her determination and courage. Nareshi's winnings will go towards her medical treatment, making her journey incredibly impactful.

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Foreign spends slide 44% to USD 2.2 billion in June as TCS bites

In June 2024, Indians' total spending on external remittances dropped 44% year-on-year to $2.2 billion, with consistent declines noted across categories like travel and studies abroad. The tax collection at source on external remittances appears to be impacting Indians' spending patterns abroad. Travel-related remittances saw a decline from $1.5 billion to $1.3 billion compared to June 2023.

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GTA 6 coming soon: What are GTA 6 system requirements for your PC?

Rockstar Games planned to release Grand Theft Auto 6 in fall 2025 on Xbox and PlayStation platforms, and a year later on PC. Expected PC requirements for smooth gameplay included high-end components like Intel Core i9, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080, and 16GB RAM. The game likely required around 150GB SSD space to accommodate advanced graphics.

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'Livelihood of millions depend on Durga Puja': Organisers amid boycott calls

An umbrella body of Durga Puja organisers in West Bengal has urged for the harshest punishment for those guilty in the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College. They pleaded not to link Durga Puja with the incident, emphasising the festival's significant economic impact and the livelihoods it supports.

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'Bringing OTT apps under telecom licence is violation of Constitution as ...'

Telecom operators like Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone-Idea pushed to bring messaging and video call apps under telecom licenses, citing their significant contribution to data traffic. The Broadband India Forum countered, calling it discriminatory and unconstitutional.

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CRPF inspector killed, 18th security casualty in J&K since May

A CRPF inspector was killed in a terrorist attack in Udhampur district, making him the latest casualty in a series of attacks in J&K since May. The attack occurred during a joint patrol of CRPF and J&K police. Officials have attributed the increased violence to highly trained terrorists employing advanced tactics and technology.

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'Towering figure': PM pays tribute to Karunanidhi on centenary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu chief minister M Karunanidhi by releasing a commemorative coin for his centenary. Defence minister Rajnath Singh officiated the event in Chennai, emphasizing Karunanidhi's national influence and dedication to social justice. Rahul Gandhi also praised Karunanidhi's progressive vision, with M K Stalin expressing pride in his father's legacy.

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Russian climber missing as avalanche hits Russian rescue team in Pak

A Russian mountaineer went missing on Gasherbrum IV in Pakistan at 6,400 metres due to an avalanche. The team was on a mission to retrieve another mountaineer's body from last year. Injured members were airlifted to safety, but rescue missions for the missing climber will commence once weather permits.

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Bengal transfers 42 doctors, revokes order within 24 hours

The West Bengal government revoked the transfer of 42 doctors within 24 hours of its issuance following intervention by chief minister Mamata Banerjee. Allegations suggested the transfers targeted faculty members who protested against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor.

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Uber rainy day surge pricing outpacing Harshad Mehta

A Gurugram resident highlighted an issue with Uber's surge pricing during rain, revealing an estimated fare of Rs 700 for a 1.8 km trip. His LinkedIn post sparked widespread support and similar stories.

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Bengaluru-based YouTuber: My biggest culture shock - American Hotels, they ...

Ishan Sharma, a Bengaluru-based YouTuber, sparked debate on social media after expressing disappointment with the hospitality at a Las Vegas hotel compared to Indian hotels like Taj. .

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Cash-strapped state clears almost Rs 200 crores for Ladki Bahin publicity

The government sanctioned Rs 199.8 crores to publicize the Mukhya Mantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, offering stipends to underprivileged women, and Rs 4.7 crores for the Annapurna Yojana’s free gas cylinders. This occurs just weeks after approving Rs 270 crores for welfare schemes’ publicity, raising opposition concerns over the state’s financial priorities.

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Delhi high court to YouTube, Facebook and Instagram: Remove these Amul videos

The Delhi High Court ordered a Noida resident to remove defamatory videos about Amul products from social media. This followed a viral claim of a centipede found in an Amul ice cream tub. Non-compliance led to the court directing platforms like X, YouTube, and Meta to take down the content within 36 hours.

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Northern Army Commander visits Doda-Kishtwar, reviews anti-terror ops in Chenab region

Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar visited forward locations in J&K's Doda and Kishtwar districts to review anti-terror operations for upcoming national events. In light of increased terrorist activity, he assessed deploying additional forces and stressed the importance of synergy between the Army, J&K Police, and paramilitary forces. Eleven security personnel were killed in recent attacks in the region.

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Pakistan army arrests former ISI chief over graft and misuse of office

Former ISI chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has been taken into military custody and court-martialed over corruption and misuse of authority allegations. Accused of torturing and robbing a private housing society owner, disciplinary action has been initiated under the Pakistan Army Act. This marks the first court martial of a former ISI chief in Pakistan’s history.

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Microsoft warns Office and Microsoft 365 users of unpatched 'security flaw'

Microsoft disclosed a serious security flaw in its Office software, labeled CVE-2024-38200, which could allow hackers to access confidential data. Discovered by researchers Jim Rush and Metin Yunus Kandemir, the unpatched vulnerability requires users to open malicious files.

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The Great Indian Kapil Show season 2 to go floors from August 13

The Great Indian Kapil Show concluded its first season after 13 episodes and will soon return with season 2. Filming will begin on August 13, with the premiere episode featuring the Bollywood Wives. The last season included appearances from stars like Ranbir Kapoor and international musician Ed Sheeran. The finale featured Sunil Grover and Krushna Abhishek's notable performances.

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Gym trainer ‘jumps into creek’, found after 3 days

A gym trainer named Dharav was rescued from Airoli creek after being stranded in the water for three days. His father, Mahindra Narkar, expressed relief and gratitude for his son's survival. Dharav had left home after a video showing him 'assaulting' a gym mate went viral, leading to a police case and subsequent disappearance.

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UP’s tiger reserves need community-based wildlife conservation: Experts

Wildlife experts suggested involving local communities near tiger reserves in Uttar Pradesh in conservation efforts to reduce man-wildlife conflicts. Referencing successful community-based programs in Nepal, they proposed starting with Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. Nepal's approach includes military protection, financial assistance for attack victims, and crop insurance, resulting in a significant increase in tiger numbers and minimal human-wildlife conflict.

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When Trump said 'I think I was right' after 'Kamala Harris Black or Indian' remark

Donald Trump is adamant on his comment doubting Kamala Harris' ethnicity between Black and Indian though his campaign might have suffered from the remark that he first made in Chicago. Trump said he was not sure whether Kamala Harris was Indian or Black because before 'turning' Black, Kamala Harris emphasized on his Indian roots.

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PM Modi congratulates wrestler Aman for Olympic bronze

Living up to the expectations, Aman Sehrawat on Friday bagged the men's 57kg free-style bronze medal at the Olympics with a commanding win over Darian Toi Cruz, bringing some cheers to the Indian wrestling contingent that has been rocked by controversies.

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Government has a high risk warning for these Android smartphone users

Indian Cyber Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) issued an advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities in Android devices running Android 12, 12L, 13, and 14.

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The battle of 'stolen valor': Circular fire in US race over military service

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Combing operations in J&K's Udhampur enter Day 2

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur and Rajouri districts intensified search operations after engaging terrorists in Basantgarh and receiving intelligence on two suspects. Heavy rain complicated efforts, and reinforcements were sent. The search continued following multiple violent incidents, including an ambush on a pilgrim bus and attacks on security personnel since June 9. In yet another search operation, Army personnel recovered a rusty UBGL shell near Chandimarh River in Surankote in Poonch district.

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Watch: Vinesh's coach in tears as she reaches Oly final

Tears of joy streamed down coach Woller Akos’s face as Vinesh Phogat made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. Vinesh secured at least a silver medal with a commanding 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the 50kg semifinal. Training under Akos since 2018, Vinesh refined her technique to overcome vulnerabilities in her game. This win was a deeply emotional moment for both Phogat and her coach, reflecting years of hard work and dedication.

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Watch: Vinesh's coach in tears as she reaches Oly final

Tears of joy streamed down coach Woller Akos’s face as Vinesh Phogat made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. Vinesh secured at least a silver medal with a commanding 5-0 victory over Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the 50kg semifinal. Training under Akos since 2018, Vinesh refined her technique to overcome vulnerabilities in her game. This win was a deeply emotional moment for both Phogat and her coach, reflecting years of hard work and dedication.

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Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale: Check best deals on products

Amazon India launched its Great Freedom Festival from August 6th to August 11th, 2024, offering major discounts on products like smartphones, electronics, and home appliances. Featuring brands such as Apple, HP, and Xiaomi, customers using SBI Credit Cards received an additional 10% discount. Exclusive early access was available for Prime members starting from August 6th, 12 PM.

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Viral Video: Tearful Djokovic hugs daughter after claiming gold

Novak Djokovic, 37, competing in his fifth Games, beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (7/2) in the final to add Olympic gold to his 24 Grand Slam titles. With the win, Djokovic joined Andre Agassi, Rafael Nadal, Steffi Graf and Serena Williams as the only players to win all four Grand Slam tournaments and Olympic singles gold, completing the career Golden Slam.

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R Ashwin guides Dindigul Dragons to maiden TNPL title

India star Ravichandran Ashwin played a captain's knock as Dindigul Dragons claimed their maiden title in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) with a six-wicket victory over Lyca Kovai Kings in Chennai on Sunday.

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Schumer predicts senate victory for Democrats with Harris as frontrunner

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed confidence that Democrats would maintain Senate control in the upcoming election, spurred by Vice President Kamala Harris leading the ticket. Schumer played a key role in Biden's decision to exit the race, which has ignited Democrat campaigns. Republicans remain skeptical and are positioning Harris as out of touch with mainstream voters.

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Who is Janel Grant? Exploring her professional background and more

Janel Grant, a former WWE employee, sued Vince McMahon for sex trafficking and sexual abuse, leading to McMahon's resignation from WWE and TKO Group Holdings. Alleging extreme cruelty and coercion into sexual relationships, Grant has agreed to stay her case pending a federal investigation. Both WWE and McMahon's attorney deny the allegations, and the investigation's outcome will determine further actions.

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India at Olympics: Swapnil shines; Sindhu, Nikhat exits cause heartbreak

Little-known shooter Swapnil Kusale kept a firm grip on his nerves despite a growling tummy and a racing heart to secure India's first ever Olympic medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions event on a day when four strong podium contenders from the country, including the iconic P V Sindhu, were knocked out of the Games.

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