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18 die in Maha hospital over 24 hrs; CM sets up 5-member probe panel

At least 18 patients died in the last 24 hours at the Thane municipal corporation-run hospital in Kalwa, prompting Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde to order a probe by a five-member committee

IAF airlifted 68k troops, arms to Ladakh after Galwan skirmish

India, China set to hold 19th round of military-level talks on LAC issue today

Taking necessary steps for security of Indian mission, says UK minister

The United Kingdom is taking necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of the Indian High Commission in London and its staff members, British Security Minister Tom Tugendhat said, around five months after the mission was attacked by pro-Khalistan forces that put the bilateral ties under some strain

Rajasthan Karni Sena chief shot at by another member of outfit

The state president of Rajasthan's Shri Rajput Karni Sena Bhanwar Singh Saladiya was shot at and injured by a former district president of the Hindu right-wing group during an organisational meeting at the Bhupal Nobles University in Udaipur on Sunday, police said, adding that the accused has been arrested

No I-Day curbs, internet ban in Valley this year too: Cops

There will be no restrictions or internet ban in Kashmir on Independence Day this year too, but a three-tier security will cover key venues to avoid any untoward event, divisional commissioner Vijay Kumar Bidhuri has said

Wastewater reservoirs to irrigate parks planned

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi plans to set up a series of underground reservoirs to collect and supply wastewater to irrigate parks, in an effort to reduce its dependence on groundwater, officials aware of the matter said on Sunday

Four bat species missing from Delhi amid rapid urbanisation

Bats perform three vital roles in an ecosystem pest control, pollination, and the dispersal of seeds-and naturalists have recorded the sightings of 14 species of the mammals in Delhi

DMRC vibration test at 90 places

To ensure safety and efficiency of its infrastructure, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said that it will monitor vibration levels at 90 different locations across its network

Ggm: Argument over 'rash driving' escalates into brawl, stone pelting

Two Gurugram families filed police complaints against each other after a major brawl broke out between them, allegedly over the driving of a car rashly in their Sector 5 neighbourhood on Saturday night, investigators said

10k cops, face recognition system in place for I-Day

Over 10,000 police personnel are set to be deployed across the city on Independence Day on Tuesday to ensure that the national capital is secure, and people commute without any inconvenience, officers aware of the arrangements said on Sunday, adding that thousands of other officials will also remain on alert during the celebrations

India's advantages will win it investments in semiconductors but be patient: Miller

India must be patient with its semiconductor objectives and realise it is the hardest industry and technology invented, but the country also has a set of advantages to be in a position to win investments at different stages of the production cycle, Chris Miller, one of the world's most authoritative experts on semiconductors, has said

2% rain deficit in country as El Nino drags monsoon

From 5% excess rain at the end of July, a weak monsoon spell in August has led to a 2% rain deficiency across the country as of August 13, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday

Women officers to help PM unfurl flag on I-Day

Two women army officers, Majors Nikita Nair and Jasmine Kaur, will assist Prime Minister Narendra Modi unfurl the national flag at the 77th Independence Day celebrations to be held at Red Fort on August 15, with the ceremonial event expected to be attended by 25,000 people, the defence ministry said on Sunday

'WORKING IN DIFFERENT INDUSTRIES HAS INCREASED VISIBILITY'

Jacqueliene Fernandez talks about cross-cultural collaborations, her journey so far and all that's in store for her in the coming months

Being an outsider comes with a sense of pride: Manushi

A dream debut opposite Akshay Kumar in the movie Samrat Prithviraj (2022) served as Manushi Chhillar's introduction to Bollywood.

Arsenal begin with win over Forest; business as usual for Haaland, City

Arsenal began their Premier League title challenge by beating Nottingham Forest 2-1 on Saturday as Brighton shrugged off the absence of Moises Caicedo to thrash newcomers Luton 4-1.

Newbie Sekar's wonder goal helps EB beat derby rivals Mohun Bagan

East Bengal notch up their first win in a Kolkata derby after eight straight losses

India stage a sensational comeback to clinch title

For roughly one-third of the Asian Champions Trophy final, the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium was enveloped by an unearthly lull. There were 9,000 fans in the stadium but you wouldn't have known. They had been stunned into silence by Malaysia's brilliant play and with only 16 minutes to go in the match, hosts India were trailing 1-3.

England and Australia set up semi-final showdown

England battled past a physical Colombia 2-1 and Australia survived a thrilling penalty shootout against France on Saturday to set up a blockbuster Women's World Cup semi-final.

Jaiswal, Gill shine bright as India level series versus WI

Openers stitch stand of 165 as the visitors cruise to target with three overs to spare

In Guj, Shah unveils key projects near Pak border

Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday unveiled key defence and infrastructure projects near the India-Pakistan border in Kutch district of Gujarat as he praised the Border Security Force (BSF) for its role in guarding the country.

Pawar, Ajit hold 'closed-door meet' in Pune, fan speculation

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) patriarch Sharad Pawar, his nephew Ajit Pawar, who broke ranks and joined hands with the Bharatiya Janata Party-Shiv Sena combine, and senior party leader Jayant Patil held a closed-door meeting in Pune on Saturday, setting political circles abuzz, people aware of the matter said.

Traffic diversions in north and central Delhi for I-Day

The Delhi Traffic Police will divert traffic from eight roads in north and central Delhi on Sunday in view of the full dress rehearsal for the Independence Day function at the Red Fort.

Gehlot unveils scheme to promote folk art; 3k artistes get ₹5,000 each

Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot launched a scheme under which every folk artiste of the state will be provided with ₹5,000 to buy musical instruments and given a chance to perform at government events for 100 days a year.

TN GUV RAVI SAYS WILL NOT CLEAR ANTI-NEET BILL, DMK HITS OUT

Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Saturday said that he will never clear the state government's anti-NEET bill, even as it is now awaiting the President's assent, drawing strong response from the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its ally CPI.

Modi lays foundation stone for Ravidas memorial in MP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday performed 'bhoomi pujan' and laid the foundation stone for the construction of a temple-cum-memorial of social reformer Sant Ravidas in Sagar district of pollbound Madhya Pradesh.

2,357 get degrees at IIT-Delhi convocation

Over 2,350 undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students were awarded their degrees during the 54th convocation ceremony at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi, on Saturday.

MCD begins mega year-long drive, forms 3,000 teams to clean Capital

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Saturday launched a year-long mega cleanliness campaign, 'Ab Delhi Hogi Saaf, in all its 250 wards across the city, with an aim to make the Capital garbage-free within a year, officials said.

Mahapanchayat today to plan yatra's resumption

The Sarv Hindu Samaj, a community group, has called for a maha panchayat in Nuh on Sunday near a village on Nuh-Palwal border to discuss the preparations for resuming the Brajmandal Dharmik Yatra, which was disrupted on July 31 after stone pelting and clashes.

Delhi govt to run luxury buses under free pilgrimage scheme

Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said that the Delhi government will run luxury buses for short-distance pilgrimages under its free scheme for senior citizens.