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PNB hosts AI Summit 2026, showcases cybersecurity hackathon and its future-ready banking vision
Business | Aug 31, 2026, 08:26 PM ISTPunjab National Bank's AI Summit 2026 brought together policymakers, banking leaders, technology experts, fintech innovators and academia to discuss AI, quantum technologies and cybersecurity. The summit also highlighted AI's growing role in banking.
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Chhattisgarh poised to emerge as critical minerals hub for India's defence, clean energy and AI
Chhattisgarh | Aug 31, 2026, 06:37 PM ISTChhattisgarh is emerging as a key hub for India's critical minerals strategy, with 65 blocks auctioned and Rs 4 lakh crore revenue potential. Explore the state's lithium, graphite, rare earth, vanadium, and gallium potential, fresh auctions, and investment opportunities.
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Mahajan Imaging & Labs, Neuberg Diagnostics partner to expand pathology network across North India
India | Aug 31, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTPartnership to build on Mahajan Imaging & Labs' expertise in radiology and precision diagnostics, expand its geographic footprint and strengthen integrated diagnostics.
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PM Modi's poems a big hit in Uzbekistan as students recite verses in Hindi, Uzbek | WATCH
World | Aug 31, 2026, 02:52 PM ISTPM Modi's poems became a highlight of his Uzbekistan visit as Uzbek students recited three of his works in Hindi and Uzbek. A musical performance based on "Abhi Toh Suraj Uga Hai" was also held at Kuksaroy Palace.
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Ethanol row: Supreme Court refuses to hear PIL for mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in fuel
India | Aug 31, 2026, 02:02 PM ISTThe petitioner also sought a direction requiring every fuel invoice to state clearly and legibly the percentage of ethanol in the petrol sold.
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Signal for Punjab polls? BJP, Akali Dal students' wing join hands for Panjab University elections
India | Aug 31, 2026, 08:03 PM ISTSOI, the student wing of Shiromani Akali Dal, has extended unconditional support to ABVP’s presidential candidate Ankit Bidhan in the Panjab University elections, a move seen as a significant political signal ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly polls.
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Rajasthan Civic Body Polls 2026: BJP announces candidates for 145 wards of Jaipur Municipal Corporat
Rajasthan | Aug 31, 2026, 12:42 PM ISTThe BJP has announced candidates for 145 Jaipur Municipal Corporation wards, while five names remain under consideration. Rajasthan civic polls will be held in two phases on September 9 and 11.
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'Women should remain confined to homes': Kerala cleric defends controversial Samastha circular
India | Aug 31, 2026, 11:34 AM ISTIslamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar defended a controversial Samastha circular restricting women from sharing public platforms with men, saying Islam prescribed purdah and women should remain at home.
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Two women from Kerala murdered in California, Suresh Gopi assures help in bringing remains home
World | Aug 31, 2026, 10:39 AM ISTTwo women from Kerala were allegedly murdered in California, with a third woman in US police custody. Union Minister Suresh Gopi said Indian authorities are coordinating efforts to bring the victims’ remains home.
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Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro shares first photo from US detention
World | Aug 31, 2026, 09:42 AM ISTFormer Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has released the first known photographs of himself inside US detention since his capture in January. The images, dated June 25, show him in a grey tracksuit making victory signs.
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Delhi shockers: 3-year-old sexually abused at school, 16-year-old gang-raped inside bus
Delhi | Aug 31, 2026, 12:46 PM ISTTwo disturbing cases involving minor girls have emerged in Delhi. A 3-year-old was allegedly abused at a Bawana school, while a 16-year-old was allegedly gang-raped inside a sleeper bus.
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Grand Canyon flash flood forces evacuations, about 15 people feared missing
World | Aug 31, 2026, 08:04 AM ISTA flash flood struck the Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area of Grand Canyon National Park, forcing 62 people to evacuate. About 15 people may be missing, while no deaths or injuries have been reported.
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'We conquered no country, converted nobody': Mohan Bhagwat reflects on India's universal DNA
World | Aug 31, 2026, 07:14 AM ISTRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the Hindu Vishwa Bandhu gathering in Toronto. He highlighted India’s civilisational ethos of service, unity and respect for diversity while invoking Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.
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US strikes Iran for first time in a month, Tehran retaliates with missile attacks
World | Aug 31, 2026, 09:46 AM ISTThe US struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island, saying Iran was preparing to launch rockets carrying sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with ballistic missile strikes on US military targets in Jordan.
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23-year-old woman jumps from 7th-floor PG in Bengaluru, dies on the spot
Karnataka | Aug 30, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTA 23-year-old woman died after jumping from the seventh floor of a PG in Bengaluru's Whitefield area, while a 30-year-old man who also jumped survived with injuries. Police are investigating the circumstances behind the incident.
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9-year-old boy killed after being run over by Innova in Mumbai's Bandra, woman driver arrested
Maharashtra | Aug 30, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTA nine-year-old boy was killed after an Innova Crysta hit him while he was crossing a road in Mumbai's Bandra. Police said the 45-year-old driver was distracted while speaking on her phone and has been arrested in connection with the crash.
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Alka Lamba's father's home in Delhi robbed in broad daylight, 3 masked men seen on CCTV
Delhi | Aug 30, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTCash and jewellery worth lakhs were stolen from the Tagore Garden home of Congress leader Alka Lamba's father. CCTV footage shows three masked men entering the house during the day, while Rajouri Garden police investigate the theft.
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Donald Trump's son Barron keeps low profile amid death threats from Iran: 'He doesn't go out'
World | Aug 30, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTBarron Trump has largely stayed out of the public eye amid security concerns linked to threats against the Trump family. The 20-year-old has reportedly spent much of the summer with Melania Trump in New Jersey as attention remains on his safety.
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Greater Noida woman jumps into Hindon river after boyfriend refuses marriage, he dives in too
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 30, 2026, 11:46 PM ISTA young woman in Greater Noida jumped into the Hindon river after a dispute with her boyfriend over marriage. He also jumped in trying to save her and was rescued by locals, while police and NDRF teams continued searching for the missing woman.
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Illegal lawyer chambers face bulldozer action in Lucknow, police on watch
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 30, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTA demolition drive targeting illegal lawyer chambers is underway in Lucknow following an Allahabad High Court order. The municipal corporation has deployed bulldozers to remove encroachments, while a large police force remains stationed around the court and registry office area.