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Satellite images analysed by Isro’s national remote sensing centre showed that almost two-thirds of the glacier body had detached. A Sentinel-2 image from Aug 24 showed the glacier intact, while a Landsat-9 image taken after the disaster on Aug 26 revealed a large scar identified as the “zone of glacier breakage and collapse”. The images also traced a broad ice-rock avalanche path descending towards the river.

In a remarkable display of skill and tenacity, R Praggnanandhaa clinched victory at the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis, overturning a daunting six-point deficit against renowned competitor Fabiano Caruana. This landmark win not only made him the first Indian champion of the Grand Chess Tour but also earned him a hefty prize of $200,000, solidifying his status in the chess world.

Given the historic dominance of the Indian team in the tournament, former India cricketer and ex-women's team coach WV Raman believes anything less than a title in the upcoming 2026 Women's Asia Cup would be a "major disappointment" for Harmanpreet Kaur's team.

Yash's latest release 'Toxic' made an impressive debut, raking in over one hundred crore rupees on its opening day. However, Thursday saw a dip in earnings, generating only thirty-six point four zero crore net. With the upcoming weekend and Raksha Bandhan holiday on the horizon, foot traffic is expected to increase.

On Thursday, within a five-minute window after the start of CAS on BSE—between 3.18pm and 3.23pm—sensex crashed over 2,200 points and then within the next seven minutes—between 3.23pm and 3.30pm—it recovered nearly 2,000 points. It finally closed at 76,934 points, down 539 points from its Wednesday close. On NSE, things were relatively quiet. Between 3.18pm and 3.22pm, Nifty slid over 100 points.

As intense summer heat sweeps through the region, many households are grappling with skyrocketing electricity bills. Raelynn McMurchy's monthly statement doubled, igniting discussions on much-needed policy reforms. Oklahoma's power provider continues to disconnect customers in alarming numbers, leaving local charities to struggle for emergency support. Residents are calling for robust measures to prevent power shutoffs during the scorching months.

A disturbing case emerged from Faridabad where a mother is accused of assaulting her toddler son with a paper cutter, causing serious injuries to his neck. The child was treated promptly and is recovering. The situation escalated when the father reported the incident to the police. Investigators discovered that the mother was facing intense strain from her childcare duties, leading to her arrest on an attempted murder charge.

Trump signed an executive order on Thursday changing the lake's name for the US geographic naming service. The decision applies to how the body of water is officially identified by US authorities, but Trump has no power to make Canada adopt the new name. The move follows Trump's earlier decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” for use by the US government.

Dr Milind Chitley, an avid mountaineer and cyclist, is missing with his wife Janhavi. They were on a group tour to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra which began on August 23. Local patients and neighbours expressed shock and concern upon hearing the news. Dr Chitley is known for his adventurous spirit and community service. Prayers are being offered for the safe return of the couple.

Despite being two of the most dominant figures in WWE's history, Batista and Brock Lesnar never shared the ring in a singles match. Their careers overlapped, but Lesnar's departure in 2004 allowed Batista to ascend to the top of the promotion. When both superstars made their returns, chances for a showdown were missed. Now, with their wrestling careers behind them, fans can only wonder what might have been.

The White House shared an image of a bald eagle attacking a Canadian goose. This photograph was intended to symbolise American dominance in trade negotiations. However, the actual wildlife event showed the goose fighting back successfully. The eagle eventually abandoned its pursuit, and the image backfired diplomatically. This incident highlights the administration's social media efforts often failing.

Shahbaz Ahmed left civil engineering studies in Haryana to chase cricket dreams in Kolkata, 1,500km from home. Facing financial hardship, he washed dishes and lived in modest club quarters while training. His breakthrough came with Tapan Memorial, followed by Bengal, IPL and India selection. After slipping from contention, Shahbaz returned strongly with 167 runs and 3/20 for East Zone.

From a turbulent childhood to college football acclaim, Vince Young’s story is a testament to perseverance. While his NFL stint with the Tennessee Titans was full of challenges and financial hardships, Young has reclaimed control of his life. Now, he channels his efforts into being a dedicated father, aiming to cultivate a lasting, positive impact for his three kids.

Interestingly, Donald Trump laid down 11 rules for successful deal-making inThe Art of the Deal. Mamdani’s first eight months as mayor suggest that he has followed Trump’s rules more faithfully than most people who actually work for Trump.

The bullet train project is also becoming a platform for India's own high-speed rail ambitions. BEML and ICF are developing India's first indigenous high-speed trainset, with the first expected to roll out in 2027. The trains are being designed for operating speeds of around 250 kmph, with a design speed of 280 kmph.