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A special screening of the film ‘The Bengal Files’ was organised on Thursday in Mumbai.

A seven-year-old thalassemia patient in Jharkhand has tested HIV-positive, leading to an investigation into allegations of contaminated blood transfusion from the local blood bank. A five-member team from Ranchi is probing the incident, examining blood donors and the blood bank’s procedures. While the family suspects the blood bank, authorities caution against premature conclusions, noting other…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged the Yamuna River will be clean by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections and Delhi’s landfill mountains flattened by January 2028. He inaugurated 19 water and sewerage projects costing Rs 1,816 crore to boost the Yamuna’s rejuvenation, while also criticizing the AAP government’s past promises.

India’s top player Arjun Erigaisi faced a heartbreaking defeat in the FIDE World Cup 2025 tie-break against China’s Wei Yi, ending his dream of a Candidates 2026 berth. Wei Yi, a rising star, now carries China’s hopes for a maiden World Cup title. India’s Candidates qualification now hinges on R Praggnanandhaa.

‘Gone full rainbow’: Canadian intelligence agency celebrates pride in online post; draws mixed reactions

During the sacred Sawan month dedicated to Lord Shiva, devotees engage in various spiritual practices, including mantra chanting, to seek blessings and overcome life’s obstacles. Powerful mantras like the Panchakshari, Mahamrityunjaya, and Rudra Gayatri are recited to promote calmness, ward off premature death, and ensure success. The Ekadasa Rudra Mantras honor Shiva’s eleven forms, bestowing…

Google has withdrawn its antitrust complaint against Microsoft’s cloud practices in the EU, citing a new, broader investigation by European regulators into the cloud sector. The complaint had alleged Microsoft exploited its Windows Server dominance to unfairly penalize customers using rival cloud platforms. Google will continue advocating for market openness.

Following the triumph of ‘Mahavatar Narsimha,’ director Ashwin Kumar is already immersed in pre-production for ‘Mahavatar Parashuram.’ Kumar aims to commence filming within three months, targeting November, and promises an unprecedented cinematic experience. He also revealed plans for two live-action films, including a horror project and one based on Ardhanarishvara.

Virat Kohli achieved a historic milestone with his 52nd ODI century against South Africa. He now holds the record for most centuries in a single international format. Kohli’s masterful innings provided India with a strong foundation. He displayed remarkable control and strokeplay on a challenging pitch. The crowd celebrated his achievement with a standing ovation.