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Fuel paradox: Russia has oil, so why is it importing petrol from India?
Russian petrol stations are rationing fuel due to Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. These strikes have disrupted domestic fuel supplies, causing shortages across the nation. Russia is now importing finished petrol from countries like India to meet demand. This unusual trade flow highlights the difference between crude production and refining capacity. The ongoing refinery damage strains Russia's energy system supporting its economy.
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H-1B workers' 60-day grace period may end: What happens next
The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a proposal that may eliminate the 60-day grace period for foreign workers, particularly affecting H-1B visa holders and countless Indian professionals. This grace period currently allows individuals to seek new jobs or modify their status before needing to leave the US. Without it in place, workers may face immediate departure following job loss, with final details pending further evaluation.
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Jamie Dimon says it is ‘frustrating’ to hear America is behind in defence tech
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon voiced frustration regarding US defense technology perceptions. The bank launched a $1.5 trillion Security and Resiliency Initiative for national security industries. This program now includes Canada, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The initiative supports aerospace, defense, manufacturing, energy, and health tech sectors. The bank is investing significant capital and personnel into this critical effort.
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Popularise ‘button paal’ system among residents of Kodaikanal, Udhagamandalam: Madras High Court directs Aavin
Justices N. Sathish Kumar and K. Rajasekar issue the direction after being told that automatic milk vending machines were inaugurated in the two hill stations on August 16 and 17
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Congress chief Kharge must get justice, we demand FIR: Rahul Gandhi on rally venue ‘purification’ in Uttarakhand
The LoP in Lok Sabha said the incident in Haldwani “shows the BJP-RSS’ mindset”
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Suresh Gopi backtracks on Thrissur AIIMS remark again, says ‘never promised’ it during poll campaign
Union Minister insists Kerala government must take the initiative, as his earlier AIIMS comments trigger fresh questions
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Sandhya Devanathan exits Meta after a decade; to join OpenAI as VP South East Asia, Australia
Sandhya Devanathan, is leaving the social media giant and is all set to join OpenAI as Vice President for South East Asia and Australia
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Nepal flash floods: Three bodies recovered from Gandak river in U.P.'s Kushinagar
The information about the recovered bodies had been shared with authorities in the neighbouring districts of Nepal to help establish their identities
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Congress leader Chenthi Anil arrested for waylaying Keralam CM Satheesan; suspended from party
Anil taken into custody in the early hours of Saturday. The CM’s convoy was allegedly blocked in Sreekaryam police station limits in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday evening
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Nepal may need nearly a tenth of its economy to rebuild after devastating floods
Nepal's finance minister estimates flood reconstruction costs between four and five billion dollars. This devastating flood killed over 600 people and left thousands missing. The disaster destroyed towns, bridges, roads, and damaged hydropower stations significantly. Search and rescue operations continue despite disruptions from bad weather conditions. India has provided substantial relief materials to the affected regions.
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Guntur’s plastic challenge: Ban on single-use items, but used water bottles pile up in drains
The GMC has initiated measures to enforce the ban on prohibited single-use plastic items, with public health officials and sanitary inspectors conducting field-level monitoring and imposing fines through the ‘Swachh App’
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Maratha Activist Manoj Jarange begins fast over kunbi certificates
Manoj Jarange began his 11th hunger strike at Antarwali Sarati in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, demanding Kunbi certificates for all 58 lakh applicants whose records have been verified
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Three-storey building collapses at Swaminarayan temple premises in Prayagraj
Swaminarayan temple 'kothari', Kamlesh Bhagat, stated that a construction project was under way behind the collapsed structure, and a pit dug for this purpose had been filled with water for an extended period
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Punjabi influencer dies almost two months after brutal assault by acquaintances
The victim's mother alleged that her daughter had regained consciousness on August 5, but despite notifying the Kharar police in Mohali to record her statement, police did not arrive
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says this is the hardest skill leaders can learn
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella views empathy as a vital leadership skill. He believes this ability helps connect with teams and understand customer needs. His personal experiences, including raising his son Zain, profoundly shaped his philosophy. Nadella also highlights the influence of cricket on his leadership approach. Team sports teach valuable lessons applicable to both personal and professional life.
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Conspiracy being hatched to tarnish my image, remove me from Union Ministry: Jual Oram
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram’s remarks came after an aide was arrested for alleged involvement in an organised crime case in Odisha's Rourkela
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Belgium workers uncover $10 million in gold during sewer construction
While digging trenches for a new sewage system in Belgium, construction workers stumbled upon an astonishing treasure worth over ten million dollars. This remarkable find consisted of various gold bars and coins. Authorities have secured the precious haul in a high-security federal vault, adhering to Belgian regulations that permit rightful owners a five-year window to claim their treasure.
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SC to hear plea seeking mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol on August 31
The plea has also sought a direction that every fuel invoice should specifically and legibly state the percentage of ethanol in the petrol sold
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Andhra Pradesh’s next leap: From mineral wealth to manufacturing power
The success of the Swarnagiri project is encouraging the State Government to look beyond a single mine and explore the potential of other gold-bearing regions as well
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