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75-word synopsisMHT CET final merit list 2026 has been released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell for BE and BTech admissions. Candidates who registered for the CAP process can check their final merit status through the official FE 2026 admission portal. The merit list includes state merit rank, category rank, percentile score and eligibility details. The final ranking will be used for the upcoming CAP counselling and seat allotment process.

K. B. Sreekumar, Saha Prantha Karyavah (South Kerala) of RSS, says in a statement that Mohandas’s comments are ‘his personal thoughts and he is not an RSS official at any level’

An 82-year-old man must return to prison to complete his life sentence. The Allahabad High Court upheld his 1984 murder conviction after nearly four decades. The court found no grounds to overturn the trial court's original judgment. Babu Lal was convicted for attacking his brother with a digging tool. He will now surrender to complete his remaining sentence.

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic headline the initial 16 teams entered for the revamped US Open mixed doubles championship, which offers a $1 million prize. Defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori return, while Iga Swiatek, Casper Ruud and Naomi Osaka are also among the entries. The main draw will be played on August 25

Sharmila Dhankar secured India's first para-athletics gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. She achieved a season-best throw of 9.81m in the women's shot put F57 event. Dhankar overcame poverty and domestic abuse to pursue her athletic aspirations. She previously competed in the Birmingham Commonwealth Games and Asian Para Games. Her success fuels her dream of providing opportunities for her daughters.

Oil prices extended losses as diplomatic talks eased supply disruption concerns. Brent crude futures and WTI crude touched their lowest levels since July. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium resumed oil loadings after a suspension. However, Middle East supply disruption fears persist amid drone attacks. US crude inventories likely declined while distillate stockpiles increased.

In a candid revelation, Raghav Juyal discussed a distressing film rejection from before his role in Kill, sharing how the lead actor wanted him off the project. Reflecting on this setback, he expressed relief that the film never materialized and now embraces newfound confidence in his career path. Since 'Kill's success, Juyal has been offered numerous solo lead roles. Read on to know more in detail.

Union minister Nitin Gadkari filed a civil suit seeking removal of deepfakes. These AI-generated videos falsely link him and his family to financial gains. The suit asserts the ethanol program falls under another ministry's jurisdiction. The Bombay High Court granted permission to file the defamation suit. Gadkari aims to stop the circulation of fabricated online content.

India's fastest man Gurindervir Singh crashed out of the Commonwealth Games men's 100m heats despite finishing second after clocking 10.39 seconds, with coach James Hillier later revealing he had been carrying a hamstring injury for a month. The 24-year-old, who set a national record of 10.09 seconds in May, finished 28th overall and missed the semifinals.

Europeans are now buying air conditioning units in unprecedented numbers. This trend is driven by record heatwaves and rising health concerns across the continent. Manufacturers report significant sales growth for cooling solutions in several European countries. Previously, air conditioning was viewed as an unnecessary luxury by many Europeans. This cultural shift reflects a growing understanding of cooling as an essential need.

The men's selection committee announced the squad for the Sri Lanka Test series. Ravindra Jadeja returns to the team after being rested for the Afghanistan Test. Saransh Jain has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian squad. Washington Sundar remains unavailable for the first Test match. Sai Sudharsan and Jasprit Bumrah's availability depends on fitness clearance.

Government representatives met with CJP and shared draft notifications. Bihar and Assam governments will withdraw FIRs and release arrested protesters. Future legal action against demonstrators will also be prevented. Union government and other BJP/NDA states will release similar notifications soon. Protesters will not be left alone as all are in this together.

Abhishek Sharma's poor T20I form has drawn criticism from former captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth. Srikkanth believes selectors must make a difficult decision regarding Sharma's future. Mayank Yadav returned from injury and impressed with his bowling performances. Yadav claimed multiple wickets across the series with consistent pace. The article highlights the emergence of young talent within the Indian team.

A federal case in Atlanta questions privacy software use as criminal intent evidence. Prosecutors accuse Samuel Tunick of wiping his phone to prevent authorities from accessing its contents. GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused operating system, is central to the ongoing legal proceedings. Authorities in Europe also reportedly view GrapheneOS usage with suspicion. GrapheneOS developers state their software is legal and protects against unauthorized data extraction.

Isha Rikhi has finally addressed her marital struggles with rapper Badshah. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she revealed her apprehension about his dominant presence in their relationship. Rikhi clarified that her previous silence came from a place of self-preservation rather than agreement. This statement follows a series of earlier posts that fueled intense speculation among fans. The couple tied the knot privately earlier this year after dating for some time.

Praise Comes Amid Row Over Pellet Gun Use On Protesters

Parliamentary proceedings may resume Tuesday after Lok Sabha Speaker's outreach to break impasse. The government's bill on paper leaks is likely to be discussed in the lower House. A discussion on the Vande Mataram bill may begin in the Rajya Sabha. Opposition members have moved many amendment notices to the public exams bill. Both sides continued to trade charges while inching towards a resolution.

Ms. Ahir alleged that there was a coordinated online hate campaign involving defamation, manipulated images, misogynistic abuse, criminal intimidation and targeted harassment

The Supreme Court has directed the UP government to add a forensic audit expert to the SIT. This special investigation team will probe alleged embezzlement of Ayodhya Ram Mandir donations. The court wants an expeditious, fair, and transparent investigation into all aspects. The SIT has been asked to submit its probe status report within two weeks. The court will monitor the investigation directly without retired judge supervision.