August
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Special days in August 2025: Full list of celebrations and observances
Events | Aug 01, 2025, 06:06 PM ISTFrom Friendship Day to Janmashtami and National Sports Day, August 2025 is a heartwarming blend of celebration, remembrance, and awareness.
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Explained: Why India is looking to finalise a US trade deal before Trump's August tariff deadline
India | Jul 10, 2025, 07:17 PM ISTIndia is set to send a high-level delegation to Washington next week to fast-track talks on a bilateral trade pact as the US tariff suspension on Indian goods ends on August 1.
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BSNL outperforms Jio and Airtel, adds lakhs of subscribers in August
Technology | Oct 26, 2024, 10:08 AM ISTTRAI has released its telecom subscriber report for August. The report indicates that BSNL is gaining new subscribers, while private telecom operators are struggling following the recent tariff hike.
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India’s exports fall by 9.3 per cent in August, imports rise by 3.3 per cent
Business | Sep 17, 2024, 04:13 PM ISTIndia's exports witnessed a sharp decline of 9.3% in August 2024, falling to USD 34.71 billion compared to the same period last year. The drop reflects challenges faced by the export sector amidst global economic uncertainties.
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India's wholesale inflation eases to four-month-low at 1.31 per cent in August as oil prices dip
Business | Sep 17, 2024, 02:28 PM ISTThe dip in India's wholesale inflation was helped by the fall of Brent crude prices to $75 a barrel from over $92 in April. India's wholesale inflation rate was recorded at 1.31 per cent in August, but the prices of food staples rose sharply in the same month.
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Active monsoon boosts rainfall in northwest India by 36 per cent in August: IMD report
India | Aug 21, 2024, 12:16 PM ISTThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a 36.9% increase in rainfall across northwest India in August, driven by an active monsoon. This surge contributed to a 7.3% overall rise in rainfall nationwide.
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticises Congress, accuses party of 'divisive politics' | WATCH
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 14, 2024, 11:28 AM ISTYogi Adityanath argued that the Congress party's approach has been detrimental to national unity and development. He alleged that the party prioritises its political gains over the nation's progress, leading to stalled development and increased social tensions.
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Partition Horrors Remembrance Day: PM pays homage to victims, describes it as 'day to pay tributes'
India | Aug 14, 2024, 10:08 AM ISTOn Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Prime Minister Modi emphasised the importance of remembering the tragic events of 1947 and honouring the resilience of those affected. August 14 serves as a solemn reminder of the human cost of Partition, which led to the largest mass migration in history.
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Explore these 5 budget-friendly international getaways from India this August long weekend
Travel | Aug 05, 2024, 12:06 PM ISTTravel to these affordable international escapes from India for this long weekend in August. Explore five budget-friendly destinations offering great experiences without breaking the bank.
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Confused where to travel during long weekend this August? 5 mesmerising destinations to explore
Travel | Aug 01, 2024, 09:41 PM ISTPlan a trip to these 5 mesmerising destinations in India with your loved ones this August long weekend. Uncover perfect getaways to make unforgettable memories.
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Changes to several rules will come into effect from August 1: Check here
Business | Aug 01, 2024, 07:48 AM ISTMultiple rules are going to be changed from August 1. Let us take a look at what changes are going to be implemented.
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Bank Holidays in August 2023: 14 non-working days lined up next month | Complete list here
Business | Jul 31, 2023, 12:42 PM ISTBank Holidays in August 2023: If you are planning to visit the bank next month then be mindful of non-working days lined up in August 2023 on which banks will remain shut.
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Google receives 37,282 complaints from Indian users in August, and here is the reason
Technology | Oct 01, 2022, 10:01 PM ISTThe number of complaints received by Google from Indian users for various categories. The complaints further includes the violation of intellectual property rights and infringement of local laws prohibiting types of content on grounds such as condemnation.
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Supreme Court adjourns hearing on 'freebies' promise by political parties during polls for August 22
India | Aug 17, 2022, 12:47 PM ISTSupreme Court on freebies: Asking the parties to file their suggestion by Saturday, the top court said the concern is about spending the public money in the right way.
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Elon Musk response to Twitter lawsuit to be made public by August 5
Business | Aug 04, 2022, 09:38 AM ISTElon Musk-Twitter news: Attorneys for Musk wanted to file a public version of their answer and counterclaims in Delaware court on Wednesday.
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Bank Holidays August 2022: Banks to remain shut for 18 days; Check dates
India | Aug 03, 2022, 12:01 PM ISTAccording to the list, the banks will not be open for a total of 12 days in August 2022. With weekend leaves included, the total number of bank holidays ends up reaching 18 days.
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Fasts and Festivals In August 2022: Raksha Bandhan to Krishna Janmashtami, see complete list
Astrology | Jul 28, 2022, 06:59 PM ISTFasts and Festivals In August 2022 will include Nag Panchami fast, Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Pradosh Vrat, Ganesh Chaturthi, Hartalika Teej, Herambha Sankashti Chaturthi and Kajari Teej. Check out the full list here.
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Google removes 93,550 content pieces in August in India, shows compliance report
Business | Oct 03, 2021, 11:47 AM ISTIn its report, WhatsApp said it had banned over two million accounts in India, while 420 grievance reports were received by the messaging platform in the month of August.
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California's job growth triples national rate in August
World | Sep 19, 2021, 11:07 AM ISTAccording to the employment data for Aug 2021 released by EDD, the Golden State's unemployment rate decreased to 7.5 pc in Aug as the state's employers gained 104,300 non-farm payroll jobs, reports Xinhua news agency.
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Foreign portfolio investors invest Rs 5,001 crore in Indian equities so far in August
Business | Aug 22, 2021, 02:10 PM ISTWith the investments in Aug, the net FPI investment in the equities segment in 2021 now stands at Rs 54,037 cr.