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'Gen Z' woman in viral Ladakh video apologises to Army, says clip was old, remarks cast in bad light
India | Aug 20, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTA woman from the viral Minimarg checkpoint video has apologised to the Indian Army and explained the circumstances behind her remarks. She claimed the video was old and said frustration over a six-hour road closure during VIP movement triggered her reaction.
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'Think beyond today, build tomorrow's India': PM Modi's big message to top officials in key meeting
India | Aug 20, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTPM Modi urged Central government secretaries to think beyond immediate challenges and prepare for India's long-term future. The meeting focused on breaking departmental silos, AI, data, defence, maritime development and youth engagement.
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Why does Congress not want to sing the full version of Vande Mataram? Explained
Explainers | Aug 20, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTThe Congress has decided to continue singing only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram at its party events, citing a 1937 resolution adopted amid concerns over religious imagery in the later verses. Scroll down to read why the controversy has erupted over the matter.
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Maharashtra FDA cracks down on adulterated cooking oil; open sale banned, strict action on violators
Maharashtra | Aug 20, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTMaharashtra FDA has tightened rules for the edible oil sector, banning the sale of loose oil and targeting adulteration, unsafe packaging and other violations. Consumers have been advised to buy only properly labelled and sealed cooking oil.
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'Janata kar degi tukde-tukde': Jitan Ram Manjhi's explosive warning over Vande Mataram row
India | Aug 20, 2026, 07:50 PM ISTJitan Ram Manjhi has warned critics of Vande Mataram, saying people will give a fitting reply if they continue opposing its full rendition. His remarks come amid a fresh political row over the national song.
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Bihar's 336-km expressway to transform connectivity across 13 districts, cut travel time to 4-5 hrs
Bihar | Aug 20, 2026, 07:17 PM ISTBihar has approved a 336-km, six-lane greenfield expressway connecting Buxar and Bhagalpur through 13 districts. The project could reduce the journey between the two cities from 10-12 hours to around 4-5 hours.
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BNP candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir elected as new President of Bangladesh: Who is he?
World | Aug 20, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTMirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been elected Bangladesh's 23rd President after defeating Oli Ahmed in the country's first multi-candidate presidential contest in 35 years. The senior BNP leader secured 255 of the 343 votes cast.
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Fake cancer drug interstate racket busted in Delhi; 17 arrested, drugs worth Rs 9 crore seized
India | Aug 20, 2026, 07:21 PM ISTDelhi Police Crime Branch has busted an interstate fake cancer drug syndicate and arrested 17 accused. Anti-cancer medicines and other material worth around Rs 9 crore, along with nearly Rs 50 lakh cash, have been recovered.
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Gangster Vinod Panu alias Kana shot dead outside Hisar court gate; 12 rounds fired
India | Aug 20, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTGangster Vinod Panu was shot dead outside the Hisar court gate after motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at him while he arrived for a hearing. Panu, who was considered one of Hisar's most wanted gangsters, had around 40 criminal cases registered against him, including murder.
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CM Yogi calls for major reforms in Sarvodaya Schools, pushes for better governance and staffing
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 20, 2026, 07:20 PM ISTYogi Adityanath has directed major reforms in Sarvodaya schools, including faster teacher recruitment, better governance and a dedicated management society. He also reviewed pension schemes, scholarship distribution and the Abhyudaya coaching programme for competitive exam aspirants.
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Kashmir apples lose their shine as extreme weather causes Rs 300-400 crore crop loss; growers suffer
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 19, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTKashmir's apple crop has suffered extensive damage due to hailstorms, heavy rain and strong winds, with losses estimated at Rs 300-400 crore. South Kashmir is among the worst-hit regions, raising concerns for thousands of growers.
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India roar past Pakistan 5-3 in Hockey World Cup 2026, book top-8 spot in thrilling clash
Hockey | Aug 19, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTIndia defeated Pakistan 5-3 in a thrilling Hockey World Cup 2026 Pool D clash to secure a top-eight spot. Captain Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek scored twice each, while Hardik Singh also found the net.
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Five dead, 20 others hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar
Gujarat | Aug 20, 2026, 11:55 AM ISTFive people have died and 20 others are hospitalised after allegedly consuming adulterated liquor in Bhavnagar's Kharkhadi village. Police have taken action against three suspected key accused.
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Modi govt's Gen Z outreach: One minister to visit one university every day to engage with youth
India | Aug 19, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTModi government's 'One Day, One University' plan will see Union ministers visit universities daily to engage with Gen Z and understand student concerns. The outreach comes amid NEET protests and focuses on youth welfare schemes, education, skills and opportunities.
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Blast at Delhi's Tikri Kalan CNG pump during truck refuelling leaves 3 dead, 3 injured
Delhi | Aug 19, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTA blast at a CNG pump in Delhi's Tikri Kalan left three dead and as many injured, while a truck was being refuelled. Soon after receiving information about the blast, the Delhi Fire Service dispatched six fire tenders to the spot.
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Jharkhand agitating students suspend protest for two months after Hemant Soren govt accepts demands
Jharkhand | Aug 19, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTJharkhand's agitating students have decided to suspend their protest for two months after their demands were accepted. The students are expected to leave the protest site by today evening, while an official statement is likely to be issued later in the day.
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'Punjab polls behind my arrest': Satyendar Jain cries foul after ACB action in Delhi Jal Board case
Delhi | Aug 19, 2026, 03:53 PM ISTFormer Delhi minister Satyendar Jain has alleged that his ACB arrest is linked to the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections and called it "politics". Meanwhile, the Rouse Avenue Court has reserved its order on the ACB’s plea seeking judicial custody of Jain and other accused.
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Goa govt moves Supreme Court seeking harsher sentence for Tarun Tejpal in 2013 sexual assault case
India | Aug 18, 2026, 09:36 PM ISTThe Goa government has moved the Supreme Court seeking enhancement of the sentence awarded to former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal in a sexual assault case. The plea follows the Bombay High Court's Goa Bench overturning his acquittal by the trial court and sentencing him to 10 years in prison.
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Lakshya Sen rallies past Filimon after early scare to enter second round at BWF World Championships
Other Sports | Aug 18, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTLakshya Sen fought back from a first-game loss to defeat Collins Valentine Filimon 16-21, 21-8, 21-4 at the BWF World Championships. The Indian star will face Garret Tan next, while Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand also advanced.
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16 trains passing through Madhya Pradesh's Bina to run on diverted routes till Oct 15 | Check here
Business | Aug 18, 2026, 08:20 PM ISTThe routes of 16 trains passing through Bina in Madhya Pradesh will be diverted on different dates between September and October due to yard remodelling work at Bina railway station. The affected trains include services connecting several major cities.