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Madras High Court reserves orders on M.K. Stalin’s plea to declare him elected from Kolathur constituency

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 07:16
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan permit the former Chief Minister to withdraw another writ petition challenging certain provisions of the SOP framed by the ECI for verifying 5% of EVM sets
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Supreme Court junks plea for mandatory ethanol disclosure at fuel pumps

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 07:14
The plea contended that consumers were entitled to know the composition, quality, standards, and compatibility implications of the fuel they purchase
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Goa nightclub fire: Supreme Court dismisses pleas challenging HC order setting aside bail of accused

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 07:11
On December 6, 2025, a devastating blaze at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora killed 25 people and left 50 others injured.
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Heavy rain, darkness, drawn curtains: The bus ride that ended in gang rape

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 07:05
A shocking incident unfolded as a 16-year-old girl was gang-raped aboard a moving sleeper bus en route to Kashmere Gate. The bus driver and conductor are accused of committing this horrific act before abandoning the traumatized student 47 kilometers later. Police swiftly apprehended the suspects in a nearby bus parking area, while the vehicle was sent for forensic analysis following the harrowing event.
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Gold price prediction today: Where are gold prices headed?

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:54
Gold price prediction today: The medium-term case for investment in gold remains intact, despite recent fall in prices, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.
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Census 2027: Statistics and Statecraft

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:52
The history of the Indian census questionnaire is, in many ways, the history of the Indian state itself. Its changing questions have mirrored not only the country’s developmental trajectory but also the political priorities and anxieties of the governments that framed them.”
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Youth attacks civil police officer with helmet during Onam celebrations in Thiruvananthapuram

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:51
The Museum Police have arrested the accused, identified as Akhil Krishnadev
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1 burnt to death after moving car catches fire at Venganoor in Thiruvananthapuram

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:46
A family dispute had allegedly taken place in his home in Kottayam prior to his journey
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Nepal flash floods: A wake-up call against infrastructure building spree across Himalayas, warns geo-scientist C.P. Rajendran

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:34
The region already suffers from unstable slopes and reduced river efficiency, largely due to development projects carried out with little regard for ecological consequences, he the adjunct professor at National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru
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India calls for more predictable regulatory environment in Brazil to boost pharma exports

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:29
India and Brazil also agreed for early finalisation of terms of reference for starting negotiations to expand the scope of the existing trade pact between New Delhi and the South American bloc Mercosur
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New schedule for visitors to meet Keralam CM at Secretariat from Sept 2

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:29
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays that are not public holidays, visitors will have the opportunity to meet Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan from 3 pm to 5:30 pm
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The 'troika' of Mumbai: 3 dons, 3 spheres, 1 city's underbelly

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:28
Karim Lala, Haji Mastan, and Varadarajan Mudaliar were pivotal figures in Mumbai's criminal underworld, orchestrating smuggling and gambling operations while wielding significant community dominance. Haji Mastan, known for his connections with Bollywood and his foray into politics, highlighted their multifaceted influence. However, their reign faced a violent end with the emergence of Dawood Ibrahim, marking a shift in the criminal landscape.
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'Wholewheat' but only 19.5% atta: CCPA orders McVitie's to change packaging

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:23
The CCPA ordered McVitie's to stop using the "Wholewheat" claim on its biscuits. This action followed concerns raised about misleading health claims on food products. The authority found the biscuit packaging contained only 19.5 percent whole wheat flour. McVitie's explanation about its trademark was rejected by the CCPA. The company was fined Rs 1 lakh and directed to change its packaging.
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Djokovic’s US Open shocker: All the records broken during first-round exit

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:15
Novak Djokovic’s first-round US Open defeat to Mariano Navone ended his streak of 78 consecutive opening-round Grand Slam wins, his first such loss since the 2006 Australian Open. The four-hour, 36-minute battle was also his longest first-round major match. Despite the defeat, Djokovic made his 20th US Open appearance, joining Connors, Agassi and Lopez in an elite group.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, breaks all-time Duleep Trophy record

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 06:12
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new Duleep Trophy record as the youngest batter to score a half-century. He achieved this milestone at fifteen years and 175 days old during the semi-final match. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed a century, finishing with an impressive ninety-two runs off eighty-one balls. He also briefly captained East Zone after Ishan Kishan's injury. Central Zone was bowled out for 266 earlier in the day.
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Wildlife Institute of India report lists persistent hotspots for elephant mortality and human casualties in Keralam

Hindu - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 05:57
Kanan Devan Hills, Kuttampuzha, Chittar, Mankulam, Padavayal, and Peechi identified as hotspots, as per a report released by the Wildlife Institute of India
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Myth buster: Can cold water really make you sick?

Times of India - Mon, 08/31/2026 - 05:52
It's important to clarify that cold drinks do not lead to viral infections such as colds or sore throats, as these are caused by viruses. Although sipping cold water may temporarily irritate a sensitive throat, it is not the root of the illness. For optimal hydration, it's best to drink water at a pleasant temperature.
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