Ajit Agarkar's chief selector post under threat after Rohit's retirement rumours: Report
Ajit Agarkar's future as India's chief selector is reportedly uncertain amid the row over Rohit Sharma's ODI future, with VVS Laxman emerging as a frontrunner to replace him, a report said. BCCI officials were reportedly unhappy that the speculation emerged before the second ODI against England in the recently-concluded series. A final decision will reportedly be taken at BCCI's AGM.
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Ajit Agarkar's future as India's chief selector is reportedly uncertain amid the row over Rohit Sharma's ODI future, with VVS Laxman emerging as a frontrunner to replace him, a report said. BCCI officials were reportedly unhappy that the speculation emerged before the second ODI against England in the recently-concluded series. A final decision will reportedly be taken at BCCI's AGM.
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SpaceX rocket's part crashes into Moon
The second stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the Moon at high speed. The four-tonne object, the size of a building, was part of SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that had launched a lunar lander toward Moon in January 2025. The impact was predicted to kick up a miles-long plume of lunar dust.
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03:53 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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The second stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the Moon at high speed. The four-tonne object, the size of a building, was part of SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that had launched a lunar lander toward Moon in January 2025. The impact was predicted to kick up a miles-long plume of lunar dust.
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03:53 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Why is India's monsoon becoming increasingly uneven?
Parts of western India are receiving heavy rain while parts of northwest India and southern peninsula continue to record below-normal rains. The reason for increasingly uneven monsoon is changing position of monsoon trough, the low-pressure belt that decides where rain occurs. This season, trough has repeatedly shifted away from normal position, concentrating rain over western and central India.
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04:06 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Parts of western India are receiving heavy rain while parts of northwest India and southern peninsula continue to record below-normal rains. The reason for increasingly uneven monsoon is changing position of monsoon trough, the low-pressure belt that decides where rain occurs. This season, trough has repeatedly shifted away from normal position, concentrating rain over western and central India.
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04:06 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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When Pakistan sought ceasefire, we kept it waiting for hours: Ex-CDS Gen Chauhan on Op Sindoor
Ex-CDS General Anil Chauhan has revealed Pakistan called Indian DGMO's hotline for ceasefire on the morning of May 10, 2025 during Operation Sindoor, but India deliberately kept it waiting until later that afternoon. The reason was that half of India's planned strikes were yet to take place. He said India was determined to achieve its military objectives before ceasefire.
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News By: Arshiya Chopra
04:29 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Ex-CDS General Anil Chauhan has revealed Pakistan called Indian DGMO's hotline for ceasefire on the morning of May 10, 2025 during Operation Sindoor, but India deliberately kept it waiting until later that afternoon. The reason was that half of India's planned strikes were yet to take place. He said India was determined to achieve its military objectives before ceasefire.
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04:29 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Mohamed Salah joins Turkish club Trabzonspor
Egypt footballer Mohamed Salah has joined Trabzonspor following his exit from Liverpool, the Turkish club, which plays in the Süper Lig, announced on Wednesday. Multiple reports said the 34-year-old forward has agreed a two-year contract to continue his career in Turkey. Salah had earlier been linked with moves to Major League Soccer (MLS) and Saudi Arabia.
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04:41 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Egypt footballer Mohamed Salah has joined Trabzonspor following his exit from Liverpool, the Turkish club, which plays in the Süper Lig, announced on Wednesday. Multiple reports said the 34-year-old forward has agreed a two-year contract to continue his career in Turkey. Salah had earlier been linked with moves to Major League Soccer (MLS) and Saudi Arabia.
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04:41 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Gaza-like crisis in PoK, Pak army exploiting Balochistan for 80 yrs: Baloch leader
Accusing Pakistan Army of carrying out atrocities against civilians in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), Baloch separatist leader Mehran Marri said the region is witnessing a humanitarian crisis comparable to the situation in Gaza. "They have been exploiting the people in Balochistan for 80 years, and now the Pakistan Army is massacring the general public in PoK," Marri stated.
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04:59 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Accusing Pakistan Army of carrying out atrocities against civilians in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), Baloch separatist leader Mehran Marri said the region is witnessing a humanitarian crisis comparable to the situation in Gaza. "They have been exploiting the people in Balochistan for 80 years, and now the Pakistan Army is massacring the general public in PoK," Marri stated.
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Zuckerberg apologises to Indian govt: Reports
Mark Zuckerberg has apologised after the temporary removal of a video posted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official Facebook account, as per sources cited by ANI. He apologised for errors in operating the platform, sources said. Zuckerberg also apologised for CSAM (Child Sexual Abuse Material) content and deepfake content during recent engagements with the Indian government, the sources added.
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05:08 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Mark Zuckerberg has apologised after the temporary removal of a video posted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official Facebook account, as per sources cited by ANI. He apologised for errors in operating the platform, sources said. Zuckerberg also apologised for CSAM (Child Sexual Abuse Material) content and deepfake content during recent engagements with the Indian government, the sources added.
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EPFO’s CITES system fails to deliver faster claims, delays exceed 20 days
EPFO's Centralised IT Enabled System (CITES), introduced to reduce claim settlement time to 2-3 days, has faced delays with pendency exceeding 20 days, the EPF Officers' Association said. The body sought Labour Minister's intervention, citing inadequate IT infrastructure and staff shortages. It also flagged EPFO's inability to recruit a full-time chief technology officer for the past three years.
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07:27 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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EPFO's Centralised IT Enabled System (CITES), introduced to reduce claim settlement time to 2-3 days, has faced delays with pendency exceeding 20 days, the EPF Officers' Association said. The body sought Labour Minister's intervention, citing inadequate IT infrastructure and staff shortages. It also flagged EPFO's inability to recruit a full-time chief technology officer for the past three years.
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Govt considering 2-stage JEE model for NEET-UG entrance exam
The Centre has told the Supreme Court it is considering shifting NEET (UG) to a computer-based exam and deciding whether it should be held in a single stage or a two-stage format like JEE (Main and Advanced). The government said a final decision will be taken after reviewing recommendations of the high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani.
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07:35 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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The Centre has told the Supreme Court it is considering shifting NEET (UG) to a computer-based exam and deciding whether it should be held in a single stage or a two-stage format like JEE (Main and Advanced). The government said a final decision will be taken after reviewing recommendations of the high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani.
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Luis Figo demands FIFA prez Infantino to quit, says 'he lied and deceived'
Portugal Legend Luis Figo has called for the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. "Infantino has debased the office...he promised to elevate. He has lied, deceived and tried to feather his own nest at...expense of the game he is supposed to serve," he said. His remarks come over Infantino's plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes to private investors.
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07:56 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Portugal Legend Luis Figo has called for the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. "Infantino has debased the office...he promised to elevate. He has lied, deceived and tried to feather his own nest at...expense of the game he is supposed to serve," he said. His remarks come over Infantino's plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes to private investors.
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07:56 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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What makes Shah Rukh Khan India's most valuable celebrity?
Shah Rukh Khan has been named India's most valuable celebrity by Kroll's Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025. Kroll's Managing Director, Valuation Advisory Services, Umakanta Panigrahi, attributed his rise to a multi-year commercial comeback following success of his 2023 film slate that included 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan'. His endorsement portfolio expanded from 28 brands in 2024 to 36 in 2025.
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08:11 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Shah Rukh Khan has been named India's most valuable celebrity by Kroll's Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025. Kroll's Managing Director, Valuation Advisory Services, Umakanta Panigrahi, attributed his rise to a multi-year commercial comeback following success of his 2023 film slate that included 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan'. His endorsement portfolio expanded from 28 brands in 2024 to 36 in 2025.
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Stokes advised me not to use social media in during IPL 2017: Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane revealed that Ben Stokes advised him not to use social media during their IPL stint in 2017. "I delete all the social media apps when the series is on," he said, noting that maintaining a routine, including reading or chatting with family, helped him stick to the habit. Rahane added his team manages social media posts.
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08:08 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Ajinkya Rahane revealed that Ben Stokes advised him not to use social media during their IPL stint in 2017. "I delete all the social media apps when the series is on," he said, noting that maintaining a routine, including reading or chatting with family, helped him stick to the habit. Rahane added his team manages social media posts.
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Neymar aggresively taunts rival team, fans after win, repeatedly shouts ‘eliminated’; video viral
Neymar was filmed dancing, showing his tongue and repeatedly shouting “eliminated” towards Remo officials and supporters after Santos reached Copa do Brasil quarter-finals. The 34-year-old also exchanged insults near the dressing-room entrance before people at the scene intervened. Neymar had earlier come off the bench and assisted Rony's winner in Santos' 1-0 victory.
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08:28 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Neymar was filmed dancing, showing his tongue and repeatedly shouting “eliminated” towards Remo officials and supporters after Santos reached Copa do Brasil quarter-finals. The 34-year-old also exchanged insults near the dressing-room entrance before people at the scene intervened. Neymar had earlier come off the bench and assisted Rony's winner in Santos' 1-0 victory.
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Not worried about my future, I'm coming to Bangladesh: Hasina
Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina spoke on her return and said, "I'm not worried about my future, I'm coming to Bangladesh." "In 1971 I was in prison with my mother, my son Joy was born in captivity...In 1975 I lost my family...spent 6 years in exile...After returning...fought against dictatorship," she said, adding, "They tried to stop me but they couldn't."
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08:20 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina spoke on her return and said, "I'm not worried about my future, I'm coming to Bangladesh." "In 1971 I was in prison with my mother, my son Joy was born in captivity...In 1975 I lost my family...spent 6 years in exile...After returning...fought against dictatorship," she said, adding, "They tried to stop me but they couldn't."
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Sunil Gavaskar names his India squad for ODI World Cup 2027
Ex-India captain Sunil Gavaskar has named his India squad for ODI World Cup 2027. He picked Shubman Gill as captain. He included Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in his squad. He also selected KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
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08:40 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Ex-India captain Sunil Gavaskar has named his India squad for ODI World Cup 2027. He picked Shubman Gill as captain. He included Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in his squad. He also selected KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
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Next set of global terrorists will come from Bangladesh, warns ex-PM Hasina's son
Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, said, "In the future, the next set of terrorists globally are going to be coming from Bangladesh." He alleged that hundreds of convicted militants jailed during the Awami League’s tenure had been released and added that extremist organisations, including Hizb ut-Tahrir, were now operating openly in Bangladesh.
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08:31 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, said, "In the future, the next set of terrorists globally are going to be coming from Bangladesh." He alleged that hundreds of convicted militants jailed during the Awami League’s tenure had been released and added that extremist organisations, including Hizb ut-Tahrir, were now operating openly in Bangladesh.
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LS passes bill recognising digital bank records as legal evidence
The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, replacing the 135-year-old Bankers' Books Evidence Act, 1891. It recognises digital, electronic, virtual and cloud-based bank records as legal evidence and allows certified digital copies to be used in courts instead of original records. The Bill was passed by voice vote amid Opposition protests during the Monsoon Session.
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08:47 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, replacing the 135-year-old Bankers' Books Evidence Act, 1891. It recognises digital, electronic, virtual and cloud-based bank records as legal evidence and allows certified digital copies to be used in courts instead of original records. The Bill was passed by voice vote amid Opposition protests during the Monsoon Session.
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Want to return to put Bangladesh back on track of secularism: Hasina
Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina said she does not want to return to Bangladesh for "power" during her first public address since being ousted. "My return is not about power, it's about putting Bangladesh back on track of development and secularism," she added. Hasina further said, "I want to return because the people of Bangladesh deserve security, prosperity and peace."
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08:46 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina said she does not want to return to Bangladesh for "power" during her first public address since being ousted. "My return is not about power, it's about putting Bangladesh back on track of development and secularism," she added. Hasina further said, "I want to return because the people of Bangladesh deserve security, prosperity and peace."
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J'khand student protesters announce Aug 10 Assembly gherao if demands not met
Students protesting in Ranchi against irregularities in recruitment exams have announced a 'Tiranga March' and statewide gherao of the Jharkhand Assembly on August 10 if their demands aren't met. Student leader Devendra Mahto and five others are sitting on an indefinite hunger strike. Their demands include cancellation of 14th JPSC exam, reforms in JPSC and JSSC and a CBI probe.
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09:11 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Students protesting in Ranchi against irregularities in recruitment exams have announced a 'Tiranga March' and statewide gherao of the Jharkhand Assembly on August 10 if their demands aren't met. Student leader Devendra Mahto and five others are sitting on an indefinite hunger strike. Their demands include cancellation of 14th JPSC exam, reforms in JPSC and JSSC and a CBI probe.
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Jayati Bhatia reveals why actress Dipika Kakar converted to Islam
Actress Dipika Kakar's decision to embrace Islam before marrying actor Shoaib Ibrahim wasn't influenced by their marriage, co-star Jayati Bhatia said. According to Jayati, Dipika had shared that she had been going through a difficult phase when she visited the Ajmer Sharif dargah. "She was getting strength from praying, she decided then that she would like to convert," Jayati added.
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09:00 pm Wednesday, 05 August 2026
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Actress Dipika Kakar's decision to embrace Islam before marrying actor Shoaib Ibrahim wasn't influenced by their marriage, co-star Jayati Bhatia said. According to Jayati, Dipika had shared that she had been going through a difficult phase when she visited the Ajmer Sharif dargah. "She was getting strength from praying, she decided then that she would like to convert," Jayati added.
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