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6 killed, several hurt as private bus crashes into moving truck in Hyderabad

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 02:12
Six people died and several others were injured in a bus accident. A private travel bus collided with a moving truck near Durgapuram stage. The bus was carrying forty-three passengers from Hyderabad to Vijayawada early Wednesday. Injured individuals were transported to local hospitals for immediate medical attention. Police have initiated an investigation to determine the precise cause of this tragic collision.
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Watch: US military's 'lethal kinetic strike' destroys drug boat in Caribbean; 4 killed

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 02:06
The US military conducted a strike on a boat in the Caribbean Sea. This operation resulted in the deaths of four individuals suspected of drug trafficking. Another strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed two people accused of similar activities. These recent attacks bring the total killed in such operations to at least 227. Human rights groups have criticized these actions as unlawful extrajudicial killings.
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Mumbai auto drivers learn to refuse rides... in Marathi

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 02:01
Mumbai's auto and cab drivers are learning Marathi due to a new state rule. Some drivers are using basic Marathi phrases to refuse passengers for various reasons. The government has established training centers and a helpline for drivers facing issues. Drivers failing tests receive a notice and a suspension period for language acquisition. Passengers hope for more ride acceptances and fewer excuses from drivers.
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Cost of being parentless: Odisha rights panel orders probe into wrong parents’ names in certificates

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 01:54
A parentless student finds difficulties in his academic journey and life as different imaginary parents’ names were recorded by child care institutes (orphanages). The mismatch deprives him of government assistance
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'A tricky one': Dravid reveals big concern over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Test future

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 01:35
The year 2026 has been particularly memorable for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He ended the IPL season as Rajasthan Royals' highest run-scorer with 776 runs. He then produced another explosive performance, smashing 94 off 29 balls against Sri Lanka 'A' in the List A tri-series final in Colombo. He made his senior India debut against England in July and followed it up with an impressive tour of Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi finished the series with 151 runs, the most by any batter, and was named Player of the Series. He has scored 193 runs in six T20I innings at a strike rate of 189.21.
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'What the heck I was trying to do!': Ishan Kishan opens up on bizarre dismissal

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 01:13
Ishan Kishan has played 32 ODIs and 55 T20Is for India, apart from 134 IPL matches. His last of two Test appearances came in July 2023. Despite his limited opportunities in Test cricket, his love for the red-ball format remains strong.
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'Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown Ups' X review: Netizens call it heavy KGF hangover

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 01:09
Yash's new film 'Toxic' has opened to divided audience reactions after early screenings. Viewers praised the movie's technical presentation and Yash's strong screen presence. However, many criticized the screenplay and narrative substance of the action drama. Some netizens noted similarities between Yash's character and his KGF role. Despite mixed reviews, the film recorded strong advance booking figures.
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UN committee calls for addressing ‘hate speech’ and ‘hate crimes’ in India

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 00:44
The committee calls on India to “urgently address discrimination, hate speech and hate crimes” and “ensure accountability” for these violations
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Pune tribal students’ protest enters 13th day as talks with Tribal Minister yield no breakthrough, say students

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 23:23
Vijay Waghmare, a Secretary in the Tribal Department, said that the Ministry has issued a stay order on the major demand of the students, that is, regarding the Government Resolution (GR) issued on August 14, 2026
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UK couple face demolition order for home built for disabled daughter over planning row

Times of India - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 22:32
A Wiltshire couple who built a four-bedroom home for their disabled daughter in 2022 now face a council demolition order following a planning dispute. The property, built on Green Belt land, includes a basement and decking that were not part of the approved plans. The couple have appealed to the Planning Inspectorate, with a decision expected in autumn.
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Village in Raebareli tense after mud smeared on Ambedkar’s statue

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 22:14
The police assured the villagers of swift identification of the culprits and strict legal action; police have been deployed in the village as a precautionary measure, and the situation is under control
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More than 9.3 lakh youth received government jobs in Uttar Pradesh in the last nine years, says CM Yogi

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 22:13
Yogi Adityanath says the U.P. government will provide government jobs to one lakh youth within six months
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BJD criticises proposal to lease out Bhubaneswar airport to private entity

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 21:20
Biju Patnaik International Airport is estimated to be worth between ₹5,000 crore and ₹7,000 crore, while around 50 lakh people use this airport every year, BJD says
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U.P. Congress president urges PM Modi to review ethanol-blended fuel policy; questions rising sugar prices

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 21:20
Ajay Rai reminded the Prime Minister that he had previously written to the latter on July 7, addressing “scientific, economic, environmental, and consumer interest-related inquiries” regarding ethanol-blended fuels
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Govt seeks 2 years to frame creamy layer criteria for PSU, private staff kids

Times of India - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 20:46
In its application, Centre said, “On account of the serious challenges and implications with the implementation of the directions of SC, govt is committed to bring out a policy which will effectively address the observations made by SC, while also ensuring that the direct and indirect impact of the policy is fair and just.”
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Bombay High Court to hear PIL against Marathi rule for drivers

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 20:43
The petition challenges the August 12 notification of the Home (Transport) Department, which amended the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 to include this condition for licence grants, renewals, and permit holders
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Loitering munition may have hit Kirana Hills during Operation Sindoor: former CDS Anil Chauhan

Hindu - Tue, 08/25/2026 - 20:14
Nuclear-related facilities are located in the Kirana Hills area near Pakistan’s Sargodha
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