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In 1958, US secretly detonated 3 nuclear devices above South Atlantic

Times of India - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:54
In a clandestine effort, Operation Argus conducted nuclear tests in the stratosphere over the South Atlantic Ocean. These detonations resulted in spectacular artificial auroras and fleeting radiation belts around our planet. The mission’s intent was to shield against Soviet missile threats and radar detection systems. Yet, the swift vanishing of these barriers caused significant communication disturbances, leading to the formulation of international accords banning nuclear experiments in space.
Categories: National News

Union Ministers to visit universities in Centre’s 'One Day, One University' Gen Z outreach

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:54
A Union Minister will visit an assigned university to interact with students, listen to their views on different subjects, and inform them about government welfare schemes, particularly those for youth and students
Categories: National News

Lion cubs at zoo to make their public debut during Onam

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:53
Six-and-a-half-month-old Suri and Simba, born to Nayla and Leo, beat the odds to grow healthy and active
Categories: National News

Drug menace spread far and wide in Keralam, says Home Minister

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:51
Claiming broad political support for the anti-drug campaign ‘Operation Toofan’, Ramesh Chennithala says no individual would receive protection on political grounds; the initiative has received strong public backing, particularly from parents and women’s groups, he adds
Categories: National News

Traffic around KBR Park in Hyderabad eases as motorists adapt to new one-way system

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:51
Traffic police reported lower vehicle volumes and fewer bottlenecks on the second day, with 60-70% of motorists adapting to the diverted routes; around 400-450 personnel were deployed at key junctions, while additional signage and public announcements helped guide commuters
Categories: National News

Boat safety: Beypore port issues guidelines for holiday services

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:49
​Boat services must be operated only with valid registration, survey, and insurance certificates; boat owners must ensure that all passengers wear high-quality lifejackets
Categories: National News

When Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu turned a shutterbug!

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:48
On World Photography Day, the Chief Minister picks up a camera and clicks the professional photographers at the Legislative Assembly, and wishes the fraternity continued success in capturing moments that inform, inspire and endure
Categories: National News

Suresh Oberoi recalls 2004 BJP stint, praises Modi-Shah-Yogi, slams money politics

Times of India - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:46
Suresh Oberoi recalls his 2004 BJP stint, when he met LK Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and explains why he eventually distanced himself from active politics. He calls himself an RSS and Mohan Bhagwat fan, praises Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath, and shares his views on protests, activism and public figures speaking without research.
Categories: National News

Kanthalloor faces serious drought, Collector gives nod to utilise funds for water distribution

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:46
The grama panchayat has been hit hard by deficient rainfall, prompting the District Collector to grant special sanction under the Disaster Management Act to utilise funds for drinking water distribution in the local body
Categories: National News

Engineer’s wife, daughter remain missing, 3 days after suicide bid

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:45
The Kakinada police are continuing the search for the prime accused Sk. Sadhik Khan.
Categories: National News

Kerala Agricultural University Agri Business Incubator honours academic achievers, award-winning entrepreneurs and FPOs

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:43
KAU V-C appreciates the significant role played by the Agri Business Incubator in supporting farmers in their transition from agricultural production to value addition, entrepreneurship and market development
Categories: National News

Protest over hotel licence rejection: FIR registered against seven in Bengaluru

Hindu - Wed, 08/19/2026 - 15:42
The FIR states that on August 18, between 12 noon and 2.30 p.m., one Santosh and six others gathered near the gate in front of the Corporation Commissioner’s office at Byatarayanapura and staged a protest.
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