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India is set to enhance its defense capabilities by acquiring the Javelin anti-tank missile system from the United States. This strategic deal signifies a potential boost in co-production avenues for both countries’ industries. The Indian Army has entered into a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, marking a vital step in strengthening India-US defense ties. The Javelin, known for its man-portable design, is essential for neutralizing armored targets.

Travis Kelce is expanding his business portfolio with a major investment alongside JANA Partners, taking a 9% stake in an amusement park company. The move has a personal connection for the Kansas City Chiefs star, who grew up in Ohio near Cedar Point and has long loved theme parks. The investment comes as the company faces financial challenges, while Kelce continues building interests beyond football, including Formula 1 and brand partnerships.

An Alliance Air flight experienced a tyre burst while landing at Bilaspur airport. The aircraft was carrying thirty-seven passengers and four crew members safely. All individuals on board were evacuated without any injuries following the incident. The airline subsequently cancelled the flight scheduled to depart from Bilaspur. Further details regarding the tyre burst are still awaited by officials.

In a gripping Test series finale, India emerged victorious against Sri Lanka with a narrow 1-0 win. This triumph was characterized by Shubman Gill's resilient team, exhibiting great mental fortitude. Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha proved to be a formidable opponent, scoring two centuries and putting pressure on India’s bowlers in Colombo.

Choosing the right housing scheme involves a thorough assessment of your financial situation and the property's location. Your annual household income plays a critical role in determining eligibility for various housing programs. It's vital to take into account land ownership and the type of property when seeking assistance. Women often receive special consideration, which may come with additional benefits.

Recent floods in Nepal and Tibet followed ICIMOD's warnings about melting glaciers. These reports highlighted doubled ice loss rates and increased flood risks across the region. A catastrophic flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse killed hundreds and left many missing. Smaller glaciers are shrinking faster, intensifying hazards like glacial lake outburst floods. Regional cooperation is vital for understanding and preparing for these cross-border mountain disasters.

A joint statement, issued by the Finance Ministers of both countries following the conclusion of the inaugural India-Canada Finance Ministers’ Economic and Financial Dialogue in Toronto, said that India had expressed its readiness to begin negotiations on a Bilateral Investment Treaty “at the earliest”

It had already announced, during the demands for grants for the Public Works Department, a plan to create an eight-lane road between Chennai and Kanniyakumari, says Aadhav Arjuna

Kuriakose Mor Theophilos calls for ‘impartial’ verification

Now, several other publishers in India are in the race to publish and distribute the book

Rao, a contemporary of superstars Chiranjeevi and Rajnikanth, acted in about 100 films and several TV serials

V.S. Balasubrahmanyam had travelled to Nepal on August 13 with a batch of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra pilgrims

Kamal Haasan urged the Centre to clear Tamil Nadu’s NEET Exemption Bill, which is awaiting Presidential assent, and said the focus should be on ending what he described as an unfair system rather than reforming it

Earlier, the CID arrested key accused Abhay Tiwari, his wife Sushama Kumari and brother Akshay Tiwari in connection with alleged irregularities in the JSSC-CGL examination

This is a collection of stories by The Hindu on the popular single screens and theatre complexes that are etched in the memories of cinephiles of Chennai city even years after they ceased existing.