India's 1st 'High-Altitude Wildlife Safari' to begin in Ladakh
India's first "High-Altitude Wildlife Safari" is set to begin in Ladakh, with LG VK Saxena directing the Forest Department to guide wildlife safaris on snow leopard and bird-watching trails in high-altitude areas. Local youths will be trained as guides and equipped with binoculars. This would prevent incidents of illegal off-roading and disturbing wildlife, and strengthen eco-friendly tourism.
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India's first "High-Altitude Wildlife Safari" is set to begin in Ladakh, with LG VK Saxena directing the Forest Department to guide wildlife safaris on snow leopard and bird-watching trails in high-altitude areas. Local youths will be trained as guides and equipped with binoculars. This would prevent incidents of illegal off-roading and disturbing wildlife, and strengthen eco-friendly tourism.
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CWG gold medallist Asmita's ₹1.5 cr reward by UP govt in doubt over Tripura roots
Indian judoka Asmita Dey's eligibility for Uttar Pradesh government's ₹1.5 crore cash reward for winning gold in the women's 48kg final at Commonwealth Games 2026 has come under debate as her permanent roots are in Tripura. Notably, she fulfils one of the three eligibility conditions set by government in 2024, having represented UP in international sporting events.
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07:24 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Indian judoka Asmita Dey's eligibility for Uttar Pradesh government's ₹1.5 crore cash reward for winning gold in the women's 48kg final at Commonwealth Games 2026 has come under debate as her permanent roots are in Tripura. Notably, she fulfils one of the three eligibility conditions set by government in 2024, having represented UP in international sporting events.
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Will believe Gen Z with eyes shut: Mohan Bhagwat on pellet gun row
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was asked about the alleged use of pellet guns and police violence against student protesters at Jantar Mantar, and he said, "If I'm asked to place my faith...I'd place my faith in Gen Z with eyes closed...they're more honest than the existing generation." "We never used to question. Now Gen Z wants logical answers," he added.
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat was asked about the alleged use of pellet guns and police violence against student protesters at Jantar Mantar, and he said, "If I'm asked to place my faith...I'd place my faith in Gen Z with eyes closed...they're more honest than the existing generation." "We never used to question. Now Gen Z wants logical answers," he added.
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Pakitanis aren't wholeheartedly enemies of Indians: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said that conflicts between countries shouldn't permanently damage bilateral relations. He added, "It's not that Pakistanis are wholeheartedly enemies of Indians...state politics also plays a role." "So during conflict we are with our government....Conflicts may halt ties, but they should not end them," he said, adding people should stand with government during conflicts.
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said that conflicts between countries shouldn't permanently damage bilateral relations. He added, "It's not that Pakistanis are wholeheartedly enemies of Indians...state politics also plays a role." "So during conflict we are with our government....Conflicts may halt ties, but they should not end them," he said, adding people should stand with government during conflicts.
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Google ex-Chief Scientist Jeff Dean shares pitch deck for new AI startup
Google parent Alphabet's former Chief Scientist Jeff Dean shared a pitch deck for his new Google-backed AI startup, Discovery Loop. The deck shared the background and previous work of Dean and other co-founders, including Indian-origin engineer Sanjay Ghemawat. Dean further said they have selected Khosla Ventures and Radical Ventures to lead its initial funding round.
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Google parent Alphabet's former Chief Scientist Jeff Dean shared a pitch deck for his new Google-backed AI startup, Discovery Loop. The deck shared the background and previous work of Dean and other co-founders, including Indian-origin engineer Sanjay Ghemawat. Dean further said they have selected Khosla Ventures and Radical Ventures to lead its initial funding round.
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Why do our pupils widen when we are surprised?
A Brown University study found pupils widen when surprise puts the brain on alert. Unexpected events trigger the locus coeruleus, releasing norepinephrine and weakening old expectations. They said the response acts like a "refresh" button, in turn helping people quickly process new situations, reduce bias, learn from changes and make better predictions about what is most likely to happen next.
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07:50 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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A Brown University study found pupils widen when surprise puts the brain on alert. Unexpected events trigger the locus coeruleus, releasing norepinephrine and weakening old expectations. They said the response acts like a "refresh" button, in turn helping people quickly process new situations, reduce bias, learn from changes and make better predictions about what is most likely to happen next.
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Paramount's $110-billion takeover of Warner Bros cleared by UK
Britain has cleared Paramount's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery after securing legally binding commitments from Paramount CEO David Ellison. The five-year commitments protect British content commissioning and safeguard Channel 5's editorial independence from CNN International and CBS News. A lawsuit brought by US states led by California remains the final major hurdle to the deal.
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07:47 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Britain has cleared Paramount's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery after securing legally binding commitments from Paramount CEO David Ellison. The five-year commitments protect British content commissioning and safeguard Channel 5's editorial independence from CNN International and CBS News. A lawsuit brought by US states led by California remains the final major hurdle to the deal.
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India successfully test-fires Agni-4 ballistic missile
India on Thursday successfully test-fired the Medium Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM) Agni-4 from Integrated Test Range in Odisha's Chandipur. The Ministry of Defence said the test was conducted under aegis of Strategic Forces Command. "The launch successfully validated all operational and technical parameters," the Ministry said. Agni-4 can strike targets at a distance of up to 4,000 kilometres.
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08:13 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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India on Thursday successfully test-fired the Medium Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM) Agni-4 from Integrated Test Range in Odisha's Chandipur. The Ministry of Defence said the test was conducted under aegis of Strategic Forces Command. "The launch successfully validated all operational and technical parameters," the Ministry said. Agni-4 can strike targets at a distance of up to 4,000 kilometres.
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Israeli PM Netanyahu calls PM Modi, discusses developments in West Asia
PM Modi received a telephone call from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday during which they both discussed recent developments in West Asia. The two leaders reviewed sustained progress in India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership. They also reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the bilateral cooperation across various sectors for the mutual benefit of the two countries.
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08:03 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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PM Modi received a telephone call from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday during which they both discussed recent developments in West Asia. The two leaders reviewed sustained progress in India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership. They also reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the bilateral cooperation across various sectors for the mutual benefit of the two countries.
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Who is Sanjay Ghemawat, who quit Google after 27 years to co-found AI startup?
Indian-American computer scientist Sanjay Ghemawat is leaving Google after 27 years. A key architect of the company's infrastructure, he has co-founded AI venture Discovery Loop with ex-Google Chief Scientist Jeff Dean. Ghemawat, who grew up in Kota, earned his undergraduate degree from Cornell University in 1987 and a PhD from MIT in 1995. He co-created Google File System and MapReduce.
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08:03 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Indian-American computer scientist Sanjay Ghemawat is leaving Google after 27 years. A key architect of the company's infrastructure, he has co-founded AI venture Discovery Loop with ex-Google Chief Scientist Jeff Dean. Ghemawat, who grew up in Kota, earned his undergraduate degree from Cornell University in 1987 and a PhD from MIT in 1995. He co-created Google File System and MapReduce.
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Jordan get overdue prize money from FIFA after 'blackmail' remark
Jordan Football Association President Ali Al Hussein said players and coaching staff have received outstanding reward money for Jordan's participation in FIFA Arab Cup 2025 final. The development comes days after he accused FIFA of "blackmail" over requests to endorse FIFA President Gianni Infantino. He added Jordan's concerns regarding FIFA leadership remain and they won't endorse Infantino.
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08:21 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Jordan Football Association President Ali Al Hussein said players and coaching staff have received outstanding reward money for Jordan's participation in FIFA Arab Cup 2025 final. The development comes days after he accused FIFA of "blackmail" over requests to endorse FIFA President Gianni Infantino. He added Jordan's concerns regarding FIFA leadership remain and they won't endorse Infantino.
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Japan marks 81 years of Hiroshima & Nagasaki bombing, denounces nuclear weapons
Japan on Thursday marked the 81st anniversary of the dropping of atom bombs on its cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by US. "Downplaying the inhumanity of nuclear weapons...could ultimately result in another Hiroshima or Nagasaki," said Hiroshima's Mayor Kazumi Matsui. "I pledge to devote every effort to achieving a world without nuclear weapons and lasting peace," PM Sanae Takaichi said.
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Japan on Thursday marked the 81st anniversary of the dropping of atom bombs on its cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by US. "Downplaying the inhumanity of nuclear weapons...could ultimately result in another Hiroshima or Nagasaki," said Hiroshima's Mayor Kazumi Matsui. "I pledge to devote every effort to achieving a world without nuclear weapons and lasting peace," PM Sanae Takaichi said.
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Platforms can't run in India as per US law: Govt to Meta amid PM Modi video row
Government officials told Meta that social media platforms cannot operate in India "as per US law", ANI reported. "Platforms have...responsibility towards society and the law," they said. Meta's global team will reportedly remain in India for a few more days to discuss compliance with local laws, amid a row over Facebook's temporary removal of PM Narendra Modi's selfie video.
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08:42 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Government officials told Meta that social media platforms cannot operate in India "as per US law", ANI reported. "Platforms have...responsibility towards society and the law," they said. Meta's global team will reportedly remain in India for a few more days to discuss compliance with local laws, amid a row over Facebook's temporary removal of PM Narendra Modi's selfie video.
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Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon begins his 1st-ever spacewalk
Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon began his first-ever spacewalk along with astronaut Jessica Meir on Thursday. The spacewalk will last for around seven hours and will involve the astronauts building a modification kit for the International Space Station. NASA revealed that roll-out solar arrays will be installed on the modification kits later this year to upgrade the station's power system.
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08:37 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon began his first-ever spacewalk along with astronaut Jessica Meir on Thursday. The spacewalk will last for around seven hours and will involve the astronauts building a modification kit for the International Space Station. NASA revealed that roll-out solar arrays will be installed on the modification kits later this year to upgrade the station's power system.
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Can a tax refund still be claimed after missing ITR filing deadline?
Taxpayers who missed the original July 31 income tax return (ITR) filing deadline can still file a belated return by December 31, 2026. If the return shows excess tax was paid, the Income Tax Department can process the refund after verifying the details given by the taxpayer. The key requirement is filing a valid ITR to claim the refund.
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Taxpayers who missed the original July 31 income tax return (ITR) filing deadline can still file a belated return by December 31, 2026. If the return shows excess tax was paid, the Income Tax Department can process the refund after verifying the details given by the taxpayer. The key requirement is filing a valid ITR to claim the refund.
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'I'm your boss, that makes it simpler,' Tarun Tejpal told woman he raped
During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta cited an email sent by Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal to the colleague he raped in a hotel elevator in 2013, NDTV reported. "I did at one point say to your contention that I was your boss...'That makes it simpler'," he told her after the incident. Bombay High Court convicted Tejpal on Thursday.
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During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta cited an email sent by Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal to the colleague he raped in a hotel elevator in 2013, NDTV reported. "I did at one point say to your contention that I was your boss...'That makes it simpler'," he told her after the incident. Bombay High Court convicted Tejpal on Thursday.
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UEFA maintains FIFA boycott despite backing for Gianni Infantino
UEFA said its boycott of FIFA tournaments remains in place as FIFA hasn't met its conditions yet. It had demanded that proposals to sell off major competitions be withdrawn and assurances be given that such proposals will never be made again. UEFA reiterated it has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino's presidency even as FIFA's leadership reaffirmed its support for Infantino.
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UEFA said its boycott of FIFA tournaments remains in place as FIFA hasn't met its conditions yet. It had demanded that proposals to sell off major competitions be withdrawn and assurances be given that such proposals will never be made again. UEFA reiterated it has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino's presidency even as FIFA's leadership reaffirmed its support for Infantino.
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3,500-km-long monsoon cloud band seen stretching from China to India
A satellite image from India's INSAT-3DS weather satellite has captured a vast cloud band stretching nearly 3,500 km from western China and the Tibetan Plateau across the Himalayas into northern and central India. The image shows a continuous ribbon of bright white clouds arching across Asia. Meteorologists said it reflected the combined upper-level outflow of active monsoon thunderstorms.
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A satellite image from India's INSAT-3DS weather satellite has captured a vast cloud band stretching nearly 3,500 km from western China and the Tibetan Plateau across the Himalayas into northern and central India. The image shows a continuous ribbon of bright white clouds arching across Asia. Meteorologists said it reflected the combined upper-level outflow of active monsoon thunderstorms.
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WB govt removes loudspeakers from 1,279 mosques, 199 temples
At least 1,279 mosques and 199 temples in West Bengal removed loudspeakers from their premises in the last two days after government orders, TOI reported. The police had reportedly issued a verbal order to religious institutions, which triggered objections from some mosque leaders. "They were told, 'We have said it, so it must be done'," ISF MLA Naushad Siddiqui said.
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09:03 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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At least 1,279 mosques and 199 temples in West Bengal removed loudspeakers from their premises in the last two days after government orders, TOI reported. The police had reportedly issued a verbal order to religious institutions, which triggered objections from some mosque leaders. "They were told, 'We have said it, so it must be done'," ISF MLA Naushad Siddiqui said.
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Rahul Gandhi breaks silence on student protests in Jharkhand
Congress' Rahul Gandhi spoke on the ongoing student protest in Jharkhand for the first time, saying that governments must listen to students and take steps to reform the education system. "Every government...whether it is Congress government, central government, or Jharkhand government, must listen to students," he said. Notably, Congress is part of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led state government.
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09:23 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Congress' Rahul Gandhi spoke on the ongoing student protest in Jharkhand for the first time, saying that governments must listen to students and take steps to reform the education system. "Every government...whether it is Congress government, central government, or Jharkhand government, must listen to students," he said. Notably, Congress is part of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led state government.
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