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India forex reserves climb to $695.1 billion: FX assets rise $1.48 billion in week ended August 15; gold holdings fall

External affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar on Saturday criticised US–Pakistan for “overlooking each other’s history,” recalling the Abbottabad raid that killed Osama bin Laden. He again rejected claims of US mediation in the post-Operation Sindoor ceasefire, stressing it was a direct India–Pakistan deal, and warned opposition against compromising farmers’ interests or India’s strategic autonomy.

External affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar on Saturday criticised US–Pakistan for “overlooking each other’s history,” recalling the Abbottabad raid that killed Osama bin Laden. He again rejected claims of US mediation in the post-Operation Sindoor ceasefire, stressing it was a direct India–Pakistan deal, and warned opposition against compromising farmers’ interests or India’s strategic autonomy.

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Sebi block deal rules: Market regulator proposes Rs 25 crore minimum block deal order size; pricing band review planned

A land dispute in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar over a plot earmarked for a Ganesh mandal pandal turned deadly, resulting in the death of Pramod Ramesh Padswan. The conflict, involving the Nimone brothers claiming the land, escalated when they attempted to clear it for Ganeshotsav preparations.

Soyou, formerly of the popular K-pop group SISTAR, recently reflected on her solo career, emphasizing her ongoing journey of self-discovery. In an interview, she expressed her desire to stay true to herself as an artist, even when navigating diverse fan preferences. Soyou aims to deliver a captivating performance of her latest song, ‘PDA,’ at the…

As summer ends, Minecraft unveils a back-to-school merchandise collection, blending gaming flair with practicality. Ranging from $9.95 to $79.95, the collection includes themed notebooks, backpacks, water bottles, and laptop sleeves featuring beloved mobs. Available at Minecraft Official Shopand Pottery Barn Kids, collaborations with Igloo Coolers and Simple Modern offer unique bottles and coolers.

Good news for festive travelers. Railways will run a special train between Durg and Hazrat Nizamuddin. This puja special train will make eight trips. Train number 08760 will depart from Durg on Sundays. Train number 08761 will depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin on Mondays. The special train will have stoppages at Raipur, Uslapur and other stations.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank…