Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari visits Mahakal temple in Ujjain, says he ‘derives spiritual energy only from Mahakal’

Social media influencer Mridul Tiwari returned to Ujjain, calling it his ‘head office’ for spiritual energy. After a ‘wonderful and learning’ Bigg Boss stint, he sought blessings at Mahakal Temple, crediting divine grace for his success and increased social media following. Tiwari emphasized his unchanged values and commitment to his fans.

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Motha threatens to move SC over unapproved tribal bills

TIPRA Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarman has threatened Supreme Court action if 37 ADC bills remain unapproved, escalating tensions with coalition partner BJP. This power struggle over Tripura’s tribal areas highlights BJP’s difficult position regarding Motha’s anti-Bengali stance, fueling an ethnic divide. Pradyot urged Tiprasa unity for land rights and cultural preservation.

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NYT Connections hints and answers for today (August 22, 2025)

The New York Times Connections presents a daily word puzzle challenging players to identify relationships among 16 words, sorting them into four groups. Today’s edition mixes straightforward categories with trickier ones, requiring careful consideration. Hints include heads of state, movie actors, card games, and round objects, aiding players in solving the puzzle and maintaining their…

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Bobby Deol marks Dussehra in Delhi: Actor performs Ravan Dahan at Lav Kush Ramlila

Vijayadashami was celebrated across India with immense fervour, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. Actor Bobby Deol participated in Delhi’s effigy burning, while President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings. President Murmu notably linked the festival to humanity’s victory over terrorism, citing Operation Sindoor. The nationwide celebrations, marking Navratri’s culmination, featured…

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‘It’s not about Ukraine at all’: Democrats say Trump’s tariffs sabotaging US-India relationship; move ‘hurting Americans’

Democrats on the US House Foreign Affairs Committee criticized President Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian goods, arguing it harms Americans and damages US-India relations. They questioned if the tariffs were truly about Ukraine, coinciding with their official implementation. New Delhi condemned the tariffs as unfair, while Trump defended them as a means to cut Russia’s…

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Indian-origin scientist Dr Arathyram Ramachandra wins $3 million UK fellowship for battery-free medical implants

Kerala-born biomedical engineer Dr. Arathyram Ramachandra Kurup Sasikala is developing battery-free medical implants powered by body movement, a project awarded a $3 million UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship. This innovative Piezoelectroceutics research could revolutionize devices like pacemakers, offering faster recovery, reduced waste, and sustainable healthcare solutions.

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