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At 6, Novak Djokovic met a coach who changed his life forever at tennis camp

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 18:26
At a tennis camp, Jelena Genčić identified young Novak Djokovic's remarkable concentration and innate talent. Her insight extended far beyond enhancing his tennis abilities; she offered vital mentorship during his difficult upbringing. Genčić's pivotal role included assisting Djokovic's transition to Germany for enriched training and prospects, ultimately laying the groundwork for his ascent to tennis stardom.
Categories: National News

'Someone I watched growing up': Zane Maloney joins Oliver Rowland at Nissan

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 18:19
Zane Maloney grew up watching Oliver Rowland win races. Now, the young Barbadian will race alongside the Formula E World Champion as his Nissan teammate. The 22-year-old will join the Japanese team for the 2026/27 Formula E season and sees it as a big step in his career. Maloney says he is also excited about the chance to learn from Rowland.
Categories: National News

3 Telugu students en route to work killed in US crash

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 18:12
Three students from the Telugu states died in a Florida road accident. Their car collided with a tree while they were traveling to work. One student, N Rahul, died during hospital treatment after the crash. Rahul's family hopes for his mortal remains to be returned home soon. Another student was from Nalgonda, and the third hailed from a Telugu state.
Categories: National News

Nepal flash floods: 95 dead, hundreds missing; India launches relief effort

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 18:06
The death toll in Nepal’s devastating flash floods has risen to 95, while 384 people remain missing, including 105 Indian nationals. The disaster struck Nepal’s Rasuwa district near the Tibet border after a sudden surge in the Bhotekoshi River, causing widespread destruction and triggering one of the country’s worst flood emergencies in recent years.
Categories: National News

Parandur airport scrapped: What happens to the land now?

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:51
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has formally scrapped the proposed ₹27,400-crore Parandur greenfield airport project, bringing an end to years of protests by villagers and farmers. But the decision has triggered a new question: what happens to the thousands of acres of land that were already acquired for the project? Can the government return the land to original owners? What does the Land Acquisition Act say? And what options does Tamil Nadu have now that the project has been shelved? In this explainer, we break down the legal provisions, the status of acquired land, previous examples of land return in Tamil Nadu, and what the future could hold for Parandur and its residents.
Categories: National News

Telangana Helpline for Nepal flood victims

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:50
Categories: National News

Non-Marathi rickshaw drivers protest, assault case registered in Kandivali

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:43
The incident in Kandivali has brought the friction between Marathi and non-Marathi rickshaw drivers into the open
Categories: National News

Karnataka High Court quashes charges against Kodagu homestay owner in U.S. national rape case

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:39
Noticing that the homestay owner was booked under the provisions of the Foreigners Act, 1946, which was repealed in its entirety on September 1, 2025, the Court said “criminality cannot be conjured out of a statutory provision which had ceased to exist.”
Categories: National News

Everything we know about Ananta: Release date, gameplay, platforms and more

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:31
Set to launch globally on January 15, 2027, Ananta, previously known as Project Mugen, promises an engaging free-to-play open-world RPG experience for PlayStation 5 and PC users. Players will enjoy dynamic gameplay featuring thrilling gunfights, adrenaline-pumping car chases, and innovative web-slinging mechanics. Character and attire customization will be expansive, allowing players to express their unique styles through cosmetic purchases instead of relying on a gacha mechanism.
Categories: National News

UP councillors vow to split ill-gotten funds in video

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:24
A video shows Shahjahanpur councillors swearing on holy texts. They allegedly promised to divide illegally obtained civic body revenue equally. Municipal commissioner Saumya Gurjar has ordered an investigation into the matter. Opposition parties have condemned the alleged corruption shown in the clip. The authenticity of the video has not yet been independently verified.
Categories: National News

Consider amending Aadhaar Act to help trace foreigners staying illegally in India: Bombay High Court to Centre

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:10
Court noted a gap in inter-agency coordination and document-verification procedures that allowed foreign nationals to obtain Aadhaar cards fraudulently
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Centre closely monitoring flood-situation in Nepal, water levels in reservoirs on Nepal side receding: MHA

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 17:00
Ministry of Home Affairs says there is no need to panic over the sudden floods; Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with the CMs of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to review preparedness measures in areas that could potentially be affected
Categories: National News

Nepal flash flood: 20 Tamil Nadu pilgrims marked safe, at least 37 still missing as landslips disrupt route

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 16:54
As per initial information, the pilgrims were on board three vehicles and occupants of one of the vehicles have taken refuge in a Armed Police Force outpost at Timure, about 150 km north of Kathmandu
Categories: National News

Fanta, Maggi, KitKat: Why are they different in India? | Expalined

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 16:53
Why does the same food product often have different ingredients, sugar levels and warning labels in different countries? From Fanta and Maggi to KitKat and Bournvita, this explainer looks at how multinational companies adapt products for different markets and why India’s debate over front-of-pack warning labels remains unresolved.
Categories: National News

Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan shot dead in UP just 2 hours after he shared video

Times of India - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 16:52
Tragedy struck as Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan was shot dead by unidentified gunmen outside a gym in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday evening. Despite prompt medical attention, he was pronounced dead at the hospital shortly thereafter. Famous for his songs and social media influence, Balyan was reportedly gearing up for local elections. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage for leads.
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Six dead as vehicle falls into ditch in J&K’s Poonch

Hindu - Wed, 08/26/2026 - 16:51
L-G Manoj Sinha, and CM Omar Abdullah express their anguish, direct immediate assistance
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