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'Powerful Tiwari hard to get rid of'

Manoj Tiwari came back in within days of calling it quits as a Bengal batsman because the team had been set to dump him but the cricketer's political heft as a Trinamul member of the legislative assembly ensured his reinstatement, sources in Dr BC Roy Clubhouse at Eden Gardens told *** The Statesman *** today, though the state association chose to be far less than categorical.

AFC to start Women's Champions League

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Monday heralded a new era for club football in the Continent by unveiling three new club competitions, making significant increases in funding for the 76 Participating Teams, as well as announcing the introduction of the AFC Women's Champions League.

Pandya accepts blame after India's series loss to Windies

The loss on Sunday also broke India's streak of 12 consecutive unbeaten bilateral series

Pakistan: Former Senator Anwarul Haq Kakar sworn in as Caretaker PM

Pakistan former Senator and Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) leader Anwarul haq Kakar took oath as the Pakistan Caretaker PM on Monday, reported Geo News.

Minor boy survives after falling 100-ft from Grand Canyon

A 13-year-old boy has survived after falling nearly 100 from the Grand Canyon in the US state of Arizona, the media reported on Monday.

Chinese defense minister to visit Russia & Belarus in show of support despite objections

Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is visiting Russia and Belarus in a show of support for those nations which the West has sought to isolate over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Russia targets Ukrainian city of Odesa again

The Ukrainian air force said it intercepted all 15 incoming Shahed drones and eight Kalibrmissiles

Central Bank of India celebrates 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day'

Central Bank of India, Kolkata zone organised an exhibition today, in memory of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.

₹2,000 note withdrawal: Banks see majority notes from businesses

A bigchunk of Rs 2000 banknotes came back from businesses instead of retail customers, according to a report by MoneyControl.

RBI to launch frictionless credit flow platform on pilot basis on 17 August

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will on August 17 launch a pilot project for a public tech platform, which will enable delivery of frictionless credit by facilitating seamless flow of required digital information to lenders.

Adani case: SEBI seeks 15-day extension to complete probe

Sebi told the apex court that it has completed investigating 17 out of the 24 transactions

LS Privileges panel to meet on 18th Aug to probe Adhir's 'misconduct'

The Committee of Privileges of the Lok Sabha will meet on 18th August to probe \"repeated misconduct\" by leader of the Congress party in the Lower House Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury during proceedings of the House.

First-ever global summit on traditional medicine to be held in Gandhinagar this week

The first-of-its-kind global summit on Traditional Medicine, organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and co-hosted by the Ministry of Ayush, is set to take place on August 17-18 at Gandhinagar in Gujarat.

Elaborate security in UP for Independence Day functions

Elaborate security arrangements have been made in Uttar Pradesh for a smooth and peaceful celebration of the 77th Independence Daytomorrow.

Surjewala's 'demons' remark sparks political controversy, BJP hits back

Surjewala said this while addressing a public meeting in Kaithal on Sunday

Manipur CM: Shifting of people from relief camps to temporary homes to start on I-Day

The Manipur government will start shifting violence-hit displaced people, now sheltered in relief camps, to the prefabricated temporary homes from Independence Day (Tuesday) onwards, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said on Monday.

We can remove NEET...: TN CM Stalin after student, father die by suicide

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday assured that NEET can be done away with amid rising number of cases of suicides by students.

SC protects Prof. Hausing from arrest for two weeks in two criminal cases in Manipur

The Supreme Court on Monday protected Prof. Dr. Kham Khan Suan Hausing – a Kuki and the head of political science department, Hyderabad University - from arrest for two weeks in two criminal cases, one arising from his interview to 'The Wire' news portal and the oner relating to the alleged use of \"forged\" papers to manipulation the electoral roll for his registration as a voter in Chandpur area of Manipur in 2005.

I-Day: TN to boycott 'At Home' reception at Raj Bhavan

On Monday Tamil Nadu chief minister M.K. Stalin said the state government would boycott the customary, 'At Home' reception at Raj Bhavan hosted by the Governor, R.N. Ravi on the evening of Independence Day.

'Armed forces fully prepared to give befitting reply to nation's enemies'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted during his message to soldiers on eve of 77th I-Day

2k cops, 17 DCPs to ensure full-proof security for I-Day

In an effort to ensure utmost security and maintain peace in the city area, a force of 2,000 police personnel will be deployed to ensure security, with 17 deputy police commissioners ahead of the prestigious Independence Day parade on 15 August.

Highway lessons on safe drive save life

In a bid to provide proper training of drivers on highways, Kolkata on Wheels, a magazine set up to promote motoring, has organized a long-distance driving from the city to Ranchi.

PIL over JU fresher's death; cops summon 6 students

APIL was filed at the Calcutta High Court on Monday in connection with the death of a first-year Jadavpur University (JU) student, who died under mysterious circumstances after falling from the balcony of a students' hostel on 10 August.

CM Mamata's pet project Kanyashree turns 10

She also read out two poems penned by her in Kabita Bitan, namely Amar Thikana and Matir Ghare

PM Modi remembers victims of Partition

On the eve of the 77th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered those who lost their lives in the partition of the country, as the nation observed 'Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas' (Partition Horrors Remembrance Day) today.

Himachal rain fury claims over 34 lives

Rain fury in Himachal Pradesh unleashed havoc, taking the toll of over 34 human lives and causing the loss of over crores of rupees in separate incidents across various parts of the state on Monday.

BJP is trying to wipe out India's history: Mamata

On the eve of Independence Day, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee questioned whether people in Kashmir and Manipur are free under BJP rule while addressing a programme at Behala this evening.

India has rightful place on world stage today: Prez Murmu

The nation is playing a crucial role in promoting humanitarian goals around the world, she said

FIBA olympic pre-qualifying tournament Asia: Indian basketball team beat Syrial

Pranav Prince led the charge as India overpowered higher ranked hosts Syria 85-74 in its opening match of the Olympic Basketball Pre-Qualifying Tournament Asia at the Al-Fayhaa Sports Arena in Damascus.

Khelo India Jr women's hockey league 3rd edition kicks off

The third edition of Khelo India Junior’s Women’s Hockey League was successfully launched today at the Major Dhyan Chand stadium, New Delhi.