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Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil faces an internal inquiry after actress Rini Ann George accused him of harassment through objectionable messages. Opposition parties demand his resignation, while Congress leader V D Satheesan assured a fair probe, stating no guilty leader would be spared
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Two student suicides were reported in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A PUC student at RGUKT, Kadapa, allegedly hanged himself, possibly due to mobile addiction and his father’s death. In Bhainsa, a 15-year-old ended his life after being denied a mobile phone
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The proclamation ceremony of the ‘Murajapam-Lakshadeepa’ festival at Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple was held in Thiruvananthapuram. Actor Mohanlal read the proclamation, announcing the 56-day ritual from November 20 to January 14, culminating in ‘Lakshadeepam’ when one lakh lamps illuminate the temple
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority fined Rapido ₹10 lakh for misleading advertisements like “Auto in 5 min or get Rs 50.” The regulator found unfair trade practices, unclear disclaimers, and compensation via restrictive “Rapido coins,” directing the company to refund consumers
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Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar revealed his health routine, stressing the importance of finishing dinner by 6.30 PM to aid digestion and reduce diseases. He also shared that he observes a complete Monday fast. Kumar’s next film 'Welcome To The Jungle' releases on December 20
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New research reveals Antarctica is experiencing abrupt, accelerating changes: shrinking sea ice, melting ice shelves, weakening ocean currents, and destabilizing ice sheets. These shifts threaten wildlife, ecosystems, and global coastlines, with rising sea levels and climate disruption inevitable without urgent emission cuts
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A Ghaziabad woman lodged a complaint against her husband and in-laws for dowry harassment, body-shaming, forced abortion, and physical assault. She alleged they demanded she maintain a figure like Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi, denied her food, and subjected her to torture
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The Delhi High Court criticised civic authorities over clogged sewer lines in Tihar Jail, saying judges were “reduced to municipal commissioners.” The bench pressed PWD officials on delays, ordering urgent cleaning by August 25 and full sewer connection within four weeks
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Haryana notified a new definition of “forest,” requiring 40% canopy density and minimum 2–5 hectares. Experts warn this excludes much of the Aravallis’ scrub and open forests from Forest Conservation Act protection, risking further exploitation under mining and development projects
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Delhi Police booked Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai Sakariya under attempt to murder and other BNS sections for attacking CM Rekha Gupta during a Jan Sunvai. Preliminary probe shows he conducted recce, has a criminal record, and is under interrogation
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Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Parliament that the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has completed 406 km of foundation work, 127 km track laying, and 8 station foundations. With Rs 78,839 crore spent, land acquired, and contracts awarded, tunnelling and bridge works advance
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Veteran actress Usha Nadkarni, famed as Savita Tai in *Pavitra Rishta*, opened up on Ankita Lokhande’s vlog about loneliness at 80, fears of living alone, and grieving her brother’s loss, highlighting challenges faced by elderly despite enduring success
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Rajasthan Police detained 25-year-old Jeevan Khan in Jaisalmer’s Sankra area for alleged links with multiple Pakistani phone numbers
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NMC chief Dr Abhijat Sheth said medical seats are set to rise by about 8,000 this year despite CBI-linked disruptions. Inspections are underway, PG counselling begins September, while NExT exam remains delayed until consensus is achieved among stakeholders
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Five members of a family, including two boys, were electrocuted after touching a live wire set up around farmland in Jalgaon’s Varkhedi village to deter wild animals. A toddler survived, while police registered a case and launched investigations
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The Union government introduced the Online Gaming Bill 2025 in Lok Sabha, banning real-money gaming platforms and ads, empowering warrantless searches and arrests. It promotes e-sports, imposes strict penalties, and restricts financial transactions, despite potential Rs 20,000 crore tax revenue loss
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US President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on India, including 25% on Russian oil imports, to pressure an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. India rejected the move as “unjustified,” vowing to protect its national interests and economic security
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A bomb threat email sent to Jaipur’s Palace School triggered a major security operation involving police, ATS, bomb squad, and cyber cell. The threat claimed IEDs were planted in classrooms and toilets, prompting extensive searches despite earlier false alarms
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The Lok Sabha witnessed protests over Bihar’s electoral roll revision as Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced a bill banning online money gaming and related ads. Despite disruptions, the bill distinguishes eSports and social gaming, while prescribing penalties for violators
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NDA candidate C P Radhakrishnan filed his vice-presidential nomination in Parliament, accompanied by PM Modi, Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and senior NDA leaders. With broad alliance support, his election is almost certain. He earlier paid tributes at Prerna Sthal
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A CPI(M) branch committee in Eloor, Kochi, mistakenly hoisted the Congress party’s flag instead of the national flag during Independence Day celebrations. The mix-up by an elderly leader lasted about 10 minutes before being corrected, but images went viral online
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Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) shares surged after reports that the firm is set to secure one of its biggest government defence contracts, worth around ₹62,000 crore, for 97 Tejas Mk1A jets. The deal strengthens HAL’s indigenous fighter programme
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public hearing at her residence by Rajkot resident Rajesh Sakariya, who hurled an object, slapped, and abused her. Police are interrogating him, treating it as a major security lapse
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Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge announced former Supreme Court judge B Sudhershan Reddy as the joint INDIA bloc candidate for the Vice-Presidential polls. Reddy, also Goa’s first Lokayukta, was unanimously chosen, with Kharge calling it a significant democratic achievement
