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Uttar Pradesh holds dairy conclaves to boost rural economy, women’s empowerment

Hindu - Sat, 08/22/2026 - 01:26
Dhanalakshmi K., Dairy Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh, said that members of milk unions, milk-producing farmers, and self-help groups are encouraged to take help from welfare measures.
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Punjab bandh over release of Sikh prisoners evokes mixed response

Hindu - Sat, 08/22/2026 - 01:14
Normal life in Punjab was disrupted, with shops and commercial establishments remaining fully or partially closed in rural areas.
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'Toxic' movie's advance booking nears Rs 20 crore presales

Times of India - Sat, 08/22/2026 - 01:10
Yash's film 'Toxic' shows strong advance booking numbers for its upcoming release. The Kannada version leads the advance sales, contributing significantly to the total. Karnataka is the top region for advance bookings, reflecting the actor's home market. International markets like the USA are also showing interest in the film. The movie has received an 'A' certificate in India and an 18 rating in the UK.
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Headingley horror! Pakistan create unwanted Test record in crushing defeat

Times of India - Sat, 08/22/2026 - 01:07
Pakistan achieved an unwanted Test record by losing their opening wicket for zero runs in both innings. This rare feat occurred for the seventh time in their Test match history. England's bowlers dominated the match, securing an innings victory inside three days. Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue were instrumental in Pakistan's batting collapses. The result gave England a lead in the ongoing three-match series.
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Awarapan 2 day 8: Emraan Hashmi film earns Rs 5.5cr in India, Rs 169cr worldwide

Times of India - Sat, 08/22/2026 - 01:03
Awarapan 2 maintained steady box office collections on its second Friday. The romantic crime thriller recorded a small decline in its Day 8 earnings. Its India net collection is now approaching the Rs 120 crore mark. Worldwide gross collections for the film have reached Rs 169.17 crore. The second weekend will be crucial for the film's future performance.
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Tom Brady’s son Jack chooses basketball over football as breakout turns heads

Times of India - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 23:32
Tom Brady’s eldest son, Jack Moynahan, is attracting attention for his rising basketball career rather than following his father into football. The 6-foot-6 athlete recently showcased his skills at The Newman School in Boston, prompting enthusiastic reactions from fans. His mother, Bridget Moynahan, previously said Jack was more interested in basketball and lacrosse. Now, his growing presence on the court suggests he is carving out a sporting identity of his own.
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Brad & Angelina's daughter, Vivienne posts ad to officially drop 'Pitt' surname

Times of India - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 23:04
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt is legally dropping her father's surname, publishing court notices. Her siblings Zahara and Maddox have also pursued similar name changes. Shiloh Jolie-Pitt was the first to officially remove the 'Pitt' surname. Vivienne has been professionally using only the 'Jolie' surname. These changes occur amid ongoing estrangement from their father, Brad Pitt.
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A dry spell along the Cauvery

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 22:44
A weak monsoon has left farmers on both sides of the Cauvery struggling with dwindling water supplies. In Karnataka, farmers are worried about irrigation even as the State faces pressure to release water to Tamil Nadu, where large tracts of paddy fields remain barren. The competing demands have sharpened tensions between the two States
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T.N. Government places orders with two jewellers for supply of gold rings scheme

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 22:20
Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers are expected to supply a total of 1,28,499 one-gram gold rings for a four-month period beginning from June
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Nagaland inks deal for first private-sector solar plant

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 21:37
The 20 MW solar power project at Tizit is expected to help the State reduce its energy imports
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Travis Kelce reveals why he sought professional help after life changed overnight

Times of India - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 21:02
Travis Kelce might be one of the most popula athletes in the world but he had to seek professional help which had changed his life overnight.
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48 teachers to be honoured by President on September 5

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:44
This year, a total of 48 school teachers have been selected through a three-stage selection process at the district, State and national levels by the Department of School Education and Literacy
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Cochin Shipyard delivers INS Mangrol to Indian Navy

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:29
The vessel is named after the coastal township of Mangrol in Gujarat
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Trade unions sound alarm over Supreme Court judgment on definition of industry

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:23
CITU general secretary Elamaram Kareem says both the Legislature and the Judiciary failed to protect the rights of workers mandated by the Constitution
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Sugar output may dip 11%, says govt, rules out ethanol diversion impact on prices

Times of India - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:21
Says Drop Not Due To Ethanol Diversion
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Grievances registration line soon for sanitation workers

Hindu - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:20
National Commission for Safai Karmacharis is engaging with the Labour Ministry to raise the minimum wages of safai karmacharis to be on par with those of skilled or semi-skilled workers
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Gen Alpha protests mirror govt report: Big gaps in school education

Times of India - Fri, 08/21/2026 - 20:12
Issues Neither Unique To Any Region, Nor Universal
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