Rising Yamuna floods reach Taj Mahal walls, inundate Agra’s riverbank homes

Agra faced tense moments as the Yamuna River’s water level exceeded the danger mark, reaching the Taj Mahal’s outer walls due to heavy rainfall in the Himalayan region. While the Taj Mahal’s design protects it, low-lying settlements along the riverbank were flooded, displacing residents and disrupting daily life. Authorities are monitoring the situation and providing…

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Liquor worth Rs 50 lakh seized in Buxar

Buxar’s prohibition department made a significant bust Friday, seizing illicit liquor valued over Rs 50 lakh at the Veer Kunwar Singh checkpost. Officials arrested two Punjab-based smugglers transporting 4,367 litres of alcohol, cleverly concealed in scrap cloth sacks. The truck, originating from Punjab, was en route to Patna, underscoring persistent smuggling routes.

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‘OG’ box office collection day 9: Inches towards Rs 175 crore mark

Pawan Kalyan’s pan-India action-drama ‘OG’ made a massive impact, collecting ₹169.3 crore in its opening week, with the Telugu version alone contributing ₹164.75 crore. Despite mixed initial reviews, the film celebrated the Power Star’s comeback with houseful reports. Nearing ₹175 crore, its second-week collections show a slight dip, raising questions about its sustained box office…

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Mega defence deal: Centre inks Rs 66K cr pact for 97 Tejas jets; big boost for IAF

The Defence Ministry has signed a significant deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. The agreement involves procuring 97 LCA Mk1A aircraft for the Indian Air Force. This includes 68 fighter jets and 29 twin-seaters. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2027-28. The project emphasizes indigenous content and advanced systems. It will boost self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

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‘Is this team even ready?’: Former India cricketer’s blunt warning after India’s shock slump

Following recent defeats, India’s Test team faces scrutiny. Former player Robin Uthappa questions the squad’s current quality and consistency for World Test Championship contention. He highlights challenges with overseas preparation, a lack of settled pace bowling depth beyond Bumrah and Siraj, and inconsistent home venue strategies. India needs a swift turnaround to stabilize their WTC…

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