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Saransh Jain has stepped onto the field, marking his Test debut for India in the second match against Sri Lanka. With Kuldeep Yadav sidelined by a viral infection, the captain, Shubman Gill, opted to bat first after winning the toss on a favourable pitch. Following a commanding win in the opener, India seek to build on their 1-0 series lead, while also addressing areas for growth in their performance.

On the occassion of Madras Day, see how the city has changed through the eyes of The Hindu’s archives and photographers.

Delhi-NCR twins Naina and Nayantara Singh developed a plant-based water purification system. Their innovation, Aqua Sattva, uses okra, fenugreek, and rice husk to remove contaminants. This system targets microplastics and PFAS, often called forever chemicals. Independent laboratory testing showed significant removal efficiency for these pollutants. The affordable and eco-friendly prototype aims to make safe drinking water more accessible.

The book strongly advocates prison reforms and truthfully records life behind bars

Concurrently, sea conditions are expected to remain rough to very rough across these regions, with officials warning that maritime sectors will face hazardous swells and turbulent waters over the next 48 hours.

A Bengaluru customer was upset by a cafe's bill description. The receipt identified him as "Little Fat Black Shirt" instead of his name. Subko cafe has apologized publicly for the incident and its team member's actions. They are taking accountability and condemning body-shaming in all its forms. The cafe has invited feedback through its Internal Complaints Commission.

At least 31 students from Manipur and Nagaland have been provided separate accommodation; fresh talks to be held on Sunday, August 23

Saransh Jain celebrated a significant breakthrough on Sunday by making his Test debut for India at 33, facing off against Sri Lanka. With more than a decade's worth of domestic experiences behind him, Jain's impressive red-ball track record led to this noteworthy selection, making him the first Indian player to debut after turning 33 since 1998.

The Centre withheld permission for Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's US visit. This decision came after reports of planned political meetings with US leaders emerged. The ministry stated the proposed program was inappropriate for the CM's official visit. Revanth Reddy is currently in the United Kingdom, meeting educational institutions. His deputy called the denial of permission unfortunate and politically motivated.

From closing up about 9 p.m. to queuing up for a plate of biriyani around 3 a.m., the city has come a long way; pubs emerged in the 1980s, and following an IT boom and a growing night-shift workforce in the late 90s, tea shops stayed open, eateries mushroomed, and sports facilities and gyms extended their hours, keeping the city alive at night

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar and colleagues oppose ICE's electric shock glove plan. They warn of potential misuse and severe injury or death from these devices. Lawmakers cite ICE's past record and insufficient training for officers. The proposed procurement involves millions of dollars for thousands of gloves. They implore the Homeland Security Secretary to immediately stop this purchase.

The five injured persons - Vaibhav Ghenand (38), Pawan Chaurasiya (25), Lavanya Ganer (5), Divya Ganer (7) and Kunal Kashid (26) - were undergoing treatment and reported to be in stable condition, the civic officials said.

Microsoft Learn has told students on X that learning to code is worth it "now more than ever", even as AI writes a growing share of software. Satya Nadella says AI already produces up to 30% of Microsoft's code, while Google puts its figure at 75%. The skill has not died, it has shifted from writing syntax to reviewing, debugging and directing AI-generated code.

Portugal secured a cricket victory over Spain, avenging their football World Cup defeat. The Portuguese team won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Sub Regional Qualifier C. This triumph keeps Portugal's dream of reaching the 2028 T20 World Cup alive. Spain's chase faltered after Portugal posted a competitive total of 160 runs. Portugal's bowlers delivered a strong performance to secure the 57-run win.

Govinda, the celebrated actor, has taken a stand against false and defamatory content in a public notice. This alert focuses specifically on AI-generated images and misleading reports about his family. Emphasizing that no one has permission to manipulate his identity, he has threatened civil and criminal proceedings against those who violate these stipulations, aiming to combat the rampant spread of misinformation and rumors online.

Canada has halted trade negotiations with the United States due to perceived inequities in demands, leading to the US imposing hefty tariffs on Canadian exports. In response, Canada has unveiled countermeasures to address these tariffs. Prime Minister Carney criticized the US for its unreasonable requests while providing insufficient concessions. This escalation raises alarms about the future of economic collaboration between the two nations.