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  Tarun Tejpal sentenced to 10 years in jail for raping former Tehelka colleague in 2013

  August 06, 2026 15:01 IST

  Tarun Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, was earlier convicted of rape by the Bombay High Court's Goa bench in connection with the sexual assault of a former colleague in 2013 during a company event.

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  Mohan Bhagwat to embark on US, Canada, key event in New York as part of RSS' global outreach

  August 06, 2026 13:47 IST

  Bhagwat's address will centre on the themes of interconnectedness, social harmony, universal brotherhood and unity. His visit to the United States is expected to be a key part of the Sangh's global outreach campaign marking its centenary year.

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  Gurugram citizens advised to 'work from home' as heavy rains disrupt traffic, cause waterlogging

  August 06, 2026 13:35 IST

  People in Gurugram have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel and opt for work from home following the heavy rainfall that have caused waterlogging at many intersections. The IMD has also issued a 'yellow' alert, forecasting heavy rains for the region.

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  'Vaiko a passionate leader who fought for Tamilians': Akhilesh's English speech goes viral | WATCH

  August 06, 2026 12:31 IST

  Speaking at an event in New Delhi in English, Samajwadi Party supremo Akhilesh Yadav hailed MDMK founder Vaiko and said the former Rajya Sabha member is a passionate leader, who raised the voices of Tamilians strongly in the Parliament.

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  Tarun Tejpal convicted of raping ex-Tehelka colleague by Bombay High Court in 2013 case

  August 06, 2026 14:37 IST

  The case stems from allegations made by a former junior colleague, who accused Tejpal of sexually assaulting her inside a hotel elevator during the ThinkFest event in Goa in November 2013.

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  Arvind Kejriwal claims Meta 'restricted' his account, amid Meta-Centre row over PM Modi's video

  August 06, 2026 10:45 IST

  AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has alleged that his social media account has been 'restricted' by Meta. He has asked the social media giant not to bow down in front of PM Modi, while adding that Meta has not responded to his queries.

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  No consensus on FCRA Bill as Opposition calls it 'draconian'; Parliament deadlock to continue

  August 06, 2026 10:20 IST

  The government has reached out to the Opposition over the FCRA Bill, with sources saying that the Centre wants a proper debate over it. However, no consensus has been reached till now and the deadlock is likely to continue on Thursday.

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  Will Tarun Tejpal go back to jail? Verdict today against ex-Tehelka boss' acquittal

  August 06, 2026 8:23 IST

  The case relates to allegations by a former junior colleague, who accused Tejpal of sexually assaulting her inside a hotel elevator during the ThinkFest event in Goa in November 2013.

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  'Field me against Bhagwant Mann or don't...': Amarinder Singh Raja Warring to Congress top brass

  August 05, 2026 23:20 IST

  Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has announced that, if he contests the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, he will contest against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

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  There is no proposal to extend any dates of Parliament session: Govt sources

  August 05, 2026 23:43 IST

  Earlier reports suggested that the Narendra Modi government has planned to convene a special two-day session of Parliament to discuss its ambitious Delimitation Bill and the Women's Reservation Bill following the conclusion of the ongoing monsoon session on August 13.

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  Meta apologises for removing PM Modi's video, chief global affairs officer calls takedown an error

  August 05, 2026 23:41 IST

  The US technology giant's global team led by its Global Affairs head Joel Kaplan met Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today. Meta owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.

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  OPINION | Jharkhand: A shameful story of riggings in govt exams

  August 05, 2026 18:36 IST

  A massive recruitment exam rigging scam in Jharkhand has come under the spotlight after alleged mastermind Abhay Tiwari was found to have cracked multiple government exams while simultaneously working with the agency that conducted them.

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  JPSC protesting students agree to hold talks with Jharkhand govt, demand video recording of meeting

  August 05, 2026 23:43 IST

  Hundreds of students continued their protest over alleged irregularities in the 14th JPSC examination, JSSC-CGL and other recruitment tests, demanding a CBI probe and reforms in the recruitment agencies.

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  Zuckerberg apologises for deepfake content and errors in operating platform amid PM video row

  August 05, 2026 17:34 IST

  This comes after the government summoned Meta's top global executives. Meta team, including Global Affairs officer Joel Kaplan, met IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and had a separate meeting with IT Secretary S Krishnan.

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  'Pakistan wanted a ceasefire, India kept it waiting': Former CDS makes major Op Sindoor revelation

  August 05, 2026 23:55 IST

  Former CDS General Anil Chauhan has revealed that India deliberately delayed accepting Pakistan's ceasefire request during Operation Sindoor because several planned strikes were still pending. He said Pakistan approached India through the DGMO hotline on May 10.

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  Centre extends tenures of Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan, Home Secretary Govind Mohan by one year

  August 05, 2026 17:11 IST

  The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension in service of Somanathan as Cabinet Secretary for a further period of one year beyond August 30, 2026, an order issued by the Personnel Ministry said.

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  Errors found again in Odisha's Class 1 textbook, lyrics of 'Vande Utkala Janani' printed incorrectly

  August 05, 2026 17:30 IST

  The most significant error appears in Odisha's state anthem, 'Vande Utkala Janani'. In the book, the line "Ghan Ghan Banabhumi" has been printed as "Ghan Banabhumi"—meaning a key word from the anthem has been omitted entirely.

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  Youngsters need counselling, law enforcement must show restraint': SC's big message on CJP protest

  August 05, 2026 23:55 IST

  The Supreme Court said youngsters involved in protests should be counselled and law enforcement must exercise restraint while hearing a plea seeking action against organisers of the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march over alleged violence.

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  Modi govt likely to call special session on Delimitation Bill from August 16-18: Sources

  August 05, 2026 14:31 IST

  The Centre is working to secure the two-thirds majority required to pass the Constitutional Amendment Bill, government sources said. According to the sources, the government is keen to reintroduce the legislation during the ongoing session of Parliament.

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  Rahul seeks Amit Shah's statement, not resignation, in meeting with Rijiju to end Parliament logjam

  August 05, 2026 13:56 IST

  According to sources, Rahul Gandhi told Rijiju that the Opposition was not demanding the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah but was insisting that he make a statement in Parliament on the issue that has triggered the ongoing stalemate.

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  ISI-backed terror module busted in Punjab, operatives planned attack at Jantar Mantar protest

  August 05, 2026 11:46 IST

  Amritsar CP Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said, " Four accused were arrested in this case, while a fifth is a juvenile. We also arrested two individuals, Sukhdev and Anmol, who were providing financial support by facilitating funds through hawala channels."

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  Dubai rocked by 7 blasts in 20 minutes as US-Iran conflict rages on | VIDEO

  August 05, 2026 12:11 IST

  Videos circulating on social media showed thick black smoke billowing into the night sky near a residential neighbourhood following the explosions.

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  'Zuckerberg must apologise or else lose safe harbour': Parliament panel warns Meta over PM video

  August 05, 2026 12:15 IST

  The Centre will raise concerns over algorithmic bias, child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and content moderation when Meta's global executives meet officials in India on August 5 and 6.

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  No insurance, no fuel? Know all about Supreme Court's order to Centre on pilot project for vehicles

  August 05, 2026 8:17 IST

  The Supreme Court has proposed linking fuel purchases to valid insurance status, allowing automatic detection of uninsured vehicles and issuance of e-challans through integration with the VAHAN database and the Insurance Information Bureau.

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  Complaint against minor girl who abused PM Modi at CJP protest revoked, family hasn't returned home

  August 05, 2026 7:10 IST

  The lawyer on whose complaint an FIR was lodged against the 15-year-old girl in Noida said he no longer wishes to pursue that case since the teenager had asked for an apology from PM Modi and he, too, forgave her.

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  Man accused of throwing slipper at Pappu Yadav released on personal bond, police reveal details

  August 04, 2026 23:48 IST

  The man accused of throwing a slipper at Independent MP Pappu Yadav during a press conference at his Delhi residence has been released on a personal bond. Police said the accused has no criminal record, while the MP has alleged a larger conspiracy behind the attack.

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  Meta faces NCPCR probe over alleged child sexual advertisement on its platforms

  August 04, 2026 19:30 IST

  The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has launched a formal inquiry into Meta over allegations that advertisements linked to child sexual exploitation material appeared on its platforms. The probe follows a BBC Eye report and the company's response to an earlier NCPCR notice.

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  'Organised by private media entity': India distances itself from Sheikh Hasina's planned event

  August 04, 2026 23:49 IST

  Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will make her first public appearance since her ouster in New Delhi on August 5.