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'China wants to get rid of PM Modi, wants someone pliable'

Experts in the field of India-China studies and strategic affairs say the Chinese octopus’ tentacles must be severed mercilessly to end its grip on different strata of Indian society, including the media.

PM MODI TO DETRACTORS: DO YOU REALLY HAVE A PLAN FOR INDIA?

Have Mamata, Sitaram Yechury, Rahul and others become genuine allies? Or will the coalition fall apart at the first touch of hard reality bumping into flowery language? India cannot afford such a disaster.

Bihar Congress chief side-lined by other parties

There is an ‘understanding’ in JDU and RJD that they need not take the Congress state chief in consideration when they are directly connected with Rahul Gandhi.

People furious after China intentionally floods towns to save Beijing

On 1 August 2023, as the heavy rainfall in China finally halted, much of Beijing was saved because Chinese officials ensured the flooding swept through the cities surrounding Beijing.

Chinese officials to attend Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia, Russia to abstain

Saudi Arabia is set to begin with the weekend talks to discuss the Ukraine war issue.

FORMER US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP PLEADS NOT GUILTY IN DOCUMENTS CASE

On 4 August 2023, Former US President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to three new charges regarding his handling of US classified documents after he left the White House after completing his tenure in 2021.

PAKISTAN EX-PM IMRAN KHAN ARRESTED FOR ILLEGAL SALE OF STATE GIFTS

Former PM Imran Khan was sentenced to three years’ imprisonment in the Toshakhana case on Saturday. He was disqualified from politics for five years.

UTTARAKHAND FOREST DEPARTMENT USES DRONE TO DISTRIBUTE SEED BALLS

The Uttarakhand forest department’s Research Wing successfully conducted seed ball broadcasting, a first of its kind in the state, on 1 August, using a drone in the landslide-affected areas, in Manora Range of Nainital Forest Division.

Costly tomatoes: Will voters in poll-bound states see red?

The crucial question of whether costly tomatoes will make voters see red in the upcoming Assembly elections in the Hindi heartland and Telangana is evoking varied responses across the political spectrum, with the BJP calling inflation in tomatoes a non-issue and the Congress smelling an opportunity to channelize voters’ anger on price rise into electoral gains.

Karnataka launches free power scheme, CM Siddaramaiah, Kharge target PM Modi

The Karnataka government on Saturday formally launched the “Gruha Jyothi” scheme, one of the five poll guarantees of the Congress. The scheme promises to provide up to 200 units of free power to households in the state.

NOW IN CHARGE OF NUH, IPS BIJARNIA HAS LONG ASSOCIATION WITH REGION

After the Nuh violence in Haryana, the government has removed IPS Varun Singla and gave the command of Nuh to Bhiwani SP Narendra Bijarnia. Tej Tarrar IPS Narendra Bijarnia is a 2015 batch officer.

BACKWARDNESS AT THE ROOT OF TROUBLE IN NUH: EXPERTS

Sociologists, historians call for serious measures to address backwardness in the Mewat region.

Govt, Opposition one-upmanship may be seen in Parliament

Congress former president Rahul Gandhi is likely to be seen in action in Lok Sabha.

SC STAY ON RAHUL CONVICTION ENERGISES CONGRESS

‘The Gandhi scion will now sharpen his attack on BJP in Parliament and seek answers on all the prevailing issues’.

SP TO FORM A SOCIAL MEDIA TEAM SOON

In the run-up to Lok Sabha elections expected next year, the Samajwadi Party (SP) is planning an extensive social media reach out in Uttar Pradesh which will have its focus on the image makeover of the party.

families facing 18 Govindpuri water scarcity for five months

Lajja, 54, has been living in Govindpuri since 2021, but since March, they have not had proper water supply.

BJP considering several IAS, IPS officers in Maharashtra as Lok Sabha candidates

With the 2024 Lok Sabha elections a few months away, the Bharatiya Janata Party is on the lookout for fresh, new and popular faces to be fielded as their candidates for both the Assembly elections later this year and the Lok Sabha elections next year.

PARLIAMENT READIES FOR LAUNCH OF 2024 LOK SABHA CAMPAIGN

The 2024 campaign is about two different paths for India during coming decades. Another term in office is essential for Prime Minister Modi to complete the work he began in 2014.

MEGHAN MARKLE'S SHOW 'SUITS' BAGS STREAMING RECORD

Meghan Markle’s popular show ‘Suits’ has touched a new viewership record about four years after the series ended.

RANBIR KAPOOR SETS THE RUNWAY ON FIRE IN FUSION PANTS

Ranbir Kapoor showcases signature charm in a unique fusion ensemble in Lungi Pants.

Emmy Awards postponed due to strike by actors, writers

The 2023 Emmy Awards are officially moving off their usual September airdate as actors and writers continue their strikes against media conglomerates, reported The Hollywood Reporter. The 75th annual awards were supposed to air on Fox on September 18.

INVOKE NRC TO WEED OUT INFILTRATORS WHO HAVE ENTERED MANIPUR: EX-TOP COP

Thounaojam Brinda, once a decorated officer of Manipur Police who joined politics some three years back and is still technically a member of the Janata Dal-United party in the state, raised alarm that what is happening in the northeast state can turn into a serious national security crisis.

Installation of 'X' logo spurs investigation into permit, safety violations by Twitter

Twitter's new logo has sparked a debate as a result, the city of San Francisco has filed a complaint and launched a thorough investigation into the matter. On 28 July 2023, a giant \"X\" sign was installed on top of the downtown building which was formerly known as Twitter headquarters.

US TO PROVIDE TAIWAN WITH $345 MN IN MILITARY AID

On 28 July 2023, the US announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan. This is said to be the Biden administration’s first significant package drawing on America’s stockpiles in order to help Taiwan stand against China.

Who are America's rulers? Where do they come from?

America’s rulers characteristically emerge from a combination of factors, including wealth, education, social networks, and access to opportunities.

Oppenheimer wouldn't have liked Nolan's treatment of Gita

He would have been deeply disturbed by the sex scene and the disrespect shown to the Bhagavad Gita.

Oppenheimer, the scientist who never got the Nobel Prize

There were concerns at Oppenheimer being made the director of the Manhattan Project as several Nobel Prize winning scientists working at the project would be reporting to him, while Oppenheimer did not enjoy the status of being a Nobel Prize winner.

OF EMINENT WESTERN DIPLOMATS AND A CHINESE NAVY HOSPITAL SHIP

Interestingly and to much amusement, the US is busy recruiting non-Pacific powers like NATO into the IndoPacific, and there’s hardly any encouragement of the Pacific Islands into the Indo-Pacific.

AMIT SHAH TAKES CHARGE OF MADHYA PRADESH

BJP is pulling out all stops to ensure the defeat of the Congress in the state.

Congress not keen on announcing CWC

‘If CWC members are announced, there may be internal tussle among state leaders, impacting poll preparations.’