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Seven labourers in Madhya Pradesh’s Panna district found a 17.96-carat gem-quality diamond worth at least Rs 50 lakh in a jointly leased mine. The stone will be auctioned in October.

Vladimir Putin’s visit to the disputed Kuril Islands has reignited a decades-old territorial dispute with Japan. Tokyo has strongly protested the trip, insisting the four southernmost islands are Japanese territory. Here’s why the Kurils remain a major flashpoint between Moscow and Tokyo.

On August 12, the RRR star Jr NTR underwent shoulder surgery at Hyderabad's KIMS Hospitals after reportedly sustaining an injury during the filming of Dragon. After the surgery went well, the actor took to social media and thanked fans, friends, and family for their prayers and support.

The Monsoon Session of Parliament has ended on Aug 13 as the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die. The session is being termed as a washout as total number of bills passed was 12 amid repeated interruption from Opposition and no statement by Home Minister Amit Shah

Looking for the perfect name for your dog? Explore the most popular dog names that definitely mirror the charm and unique personality. To help you find the ideal fit for your furry friend, take a look at the curated list below.

In Italy, the number 17 has a bad reputation. Ancient Romans probably did not consider it a lucky number, and so the belief seems to have stretched till today. Some think the reason is the way it is written in ancient Roman numerals.

The viral post claimed that the woman allegedly asks the man to cover her cab fare, and may go on to say she doesn't trust him, asking him to pay the driver directly and in advance instead.

In a historic expansion of international space cooperation, NASA has formally invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to collaborate on the development of a sustained human presence on the Moon. Building on the momentum of the Artemis Accords and India's successful lunar missions, the proposed partnership aims to pool expertise in lunar infrastructure, life-support systems, and deep-space communication.

In a major transfer shock, Barcelona forward Ferran Torres is reportedly on the verge of completing a high-profile move to current UEFA Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain. Sources indicate that PSG has met the release clause to bolster their attacking depth following their recent continental success, while Barcelona looks to rebalance their financial books.

A 17-year-old Indian-origin teenager has been charged with murdering his mother and 14-year-old brother at their Massachusetts home. Investigators say he had previously searched online and on ChatGPT for fictional stories and fantasies involving the killing of his family.

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe speaks about the state’s food safety crackdown, stressing that public health, not individual credit, is the priority. From inspections and digital systems to consumer awareness, he explains why enforcement must be institutional, why ex-officials cannot shield violators, and why consumers must look beyond price and expiry dates. He also clarifies that not every food business is a violator.

Why does the Prime Minister hoist the Tricolour at the Red Fort on Independence Day while the President does so on Republic Day? The distinction reflects their constitutional roles and the significance of August 15, 1947, and January 26, 1950, in India’s history.

Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and backed by Aamir Khan's production, Batwara 1947 stars Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta. The movie will release on August 14.

Gen Z is often seen as a generation that prioritises experiences and lifestyle spending. But a new report by Salary-Se paints a more nuanced picture. Analysis of millions of UPI transactions across more than 520 thousand salaried Gen Z users shows that everyday essentials, bills and financial services take up a large chunk of their monthly spending.

India's retail inflation ticked higher in July as food prices surged across categories.

The Meteorological Centre has specifically warned of the possibility of heavy rain and brief intense heavy showers in a few districts of the Jammu division, while one or two districts of the Kashmir division may also experience brief intense showers.

The Corps Commander commended the personnel for their alertness, professionalism and operational acumen, and urged all ranks to maintain the highest standards of operational readiness to effectively respond to emerging security challenges.

On the surface, the latest US inflation report looks reassuring. Prices barely moved in July, helped by falling gasoline costs, while underlying price pressures remained relatively contained.

The International Energy Agency is warning of a sharp drop in global oil demand this year, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts supplies and high fuel prices force consumers to cut back. The IEA now expects global oil demand to fall by 1.6 million barrels a day, significantly worse than its previous forecast.