China's hypersonic weapons can now navigate using stars: Reports
China has developed a celestial navigation system for hypersonic weapons that can guide them using stars when GPS or satellite systems are jammed or unavailable. The project, led by Guangdong Aerospace Research Academy, passed final expert review. Tests were conducted using radiation-resistant prototype star sensor, which achieved over 99% star-pattern recognition in interference-free conditions.
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China has developed a celestial navigation system for hypersonic weapons that can guide them using stars when GPS or satellite systems are jammed or unavailable. The project, led by Guangdong Aerospace Research Academy, passed final expert review. Tests were conducted using radiation-resistant prototype star sensor, which achieved over 99% star-pattern recognition in interference-free conditions.
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My 1.5-hour daily workout routine was questioned during divorce proceedings: Celina
Celina Jaitly said her 1.5-hour daily workout routine was questioned during her divorce proceedings with Peter Haag and portrayed as "self-obsession". "Imagine having to defend weightlifting in court...Honestly, through some of the hardest chapters of my life, working out has been one of the few things that has consistently stood by me," she wrote.
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06:11 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Celina Jaitly said her 1.5-hour daily workout routine was questioned during her divorce proceedings with Peter Haag and portrayed as "self-obsession". "Imagine having to defend weightlifting in court...Honestly, through some of the hardest chapters of my life, working out has been one of the few things that has consistently stood by me," she wrote.
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Zhu Rongji, ex-Chinese Premier who cost millions their jobs, dies aged 98
Ex-Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji has died at the age of 98 in Beijing, state media reported on Wednesday. Rongji is often credited with being the person who set China on the path to becoming a global economic superpower, ranking as the world's second-largest economy by GDP. Notably, his economic reforms at state-owned companies also cost millions of workers their jobs.
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Ex-Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji has died at the age of 98 in Beijing, state media reported on Wednesday. Rongji is often credited with being the person who set China on the path to becoming a global economic superpower, ranking as the world's second-largest economy by GDP. Notably, his economic reforms at state-owned companies also cost millions of workers their jobs.
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NY woman pleads guilty to smuggling 3 Indians into US from Canada
A New York woman pleaded guilty to helping smuggle three Indians and one Canadian into US in January 2025 after they crossed Canada's border. The 43-year-old woman received instructions to pick the men and was expected to receive payment for it. US' Department of Justice said her phone's texts revealed she has been involved in many other smuggling operations.
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06:25 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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A New York woman pleaded guilty to helping smuggle three Indians and one Canadian into US in January 2025 after they crossed Canada's border. The 43-year-old woman received instructions to pick the men and was expected to receive payment for it. US' Department of Justice said her phone's texts revealed she has been involved in many other smuggling operations.
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What is Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran's net worth?
Tata Sons' outgoing Chairman N Chandrasekaran is among India's highest-paid corporate executives, earning ₹158.66 crore in remuneration in FY26. His total compensation over the last five years was around ₹685 crore, according to Moneycontrol, with commission forming a big part of his salary. While his exact net worth isn't known, media reports place it between ₹950 crore and ₹1,400 crore.
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03:03 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Tata Sons' outgoing Chairman N Chandrasekaran is among India's highest-paid corporate executives, earning ₹158.66 crore in remuneration in FY26. His total compensation over the last five years was around ₹685 crore, according to Moneycontrol, with commission forming a big part of his salary. While his exact net worth isn't known, media reports place it between ₹950 crore and ₹1,400 crore.
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AstroTalk becomes unicorn as it buys shares back from staff: Report
Astrology platform AstroTalk has joined India's unicorn club after conducting an ESOP buyback at a $1 billion valuation, NDTV Profit reported, citing a source. Over 100 employees sold their shares in the buyback, making AstroTalk India's 133rd unicorn. Notably, its operating revenue nearly doubled to ₹1,176 crore in FY25, while its net profit rose to ₹250 crore.
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06:42 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Astrology platform AstroTalk has joined India's unicorn club after conducting an ESOP buyback at a $1 billion valuation, NDTV Profit reported, citing a source. Over 100 employees sold their shares in the buyback, making AstroTalk India's 133rd unicorn. Notably, its operating revenue nearly doubled to ₹1,176 crore in FY25, while its net profit rose to ₹250 crore.
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Bill to change Kerala's name passed in Parliament
The Parliament passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill 2026 to change the southern state's name to Keralam. In June 2024, Kerala Assembly had passed a unanimous resolution to change the state's name. It was argued that the Malayalam name is "Keralam" while Kerala is the name used in English. The Bill now needs President's assent to become a law.
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06:56 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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The Parliament passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill 2026 to change the southern state's name to Keralam. In June 2024, Kerala Assembly had passed a unanimous resolution to change the state's name. It was argued that the Malayalam name is "Keralam" while Kerala is the name used in English. The Bill now needs President's assent to become a law.
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Air India pilot who tested positive for weed took medication as he couldn't sleep: Report
The Air India pilot who tested positive for marijuana after his Phuket-Delhi flight dropped 300 feet mid-air was on sleep medication prescribed by his family doctor, NDTV reported, citing the airline's internal flight safety report. "During the layover [before the flight], I personally attempted rest; sleep didn't come easily," he said. He claimed roster duties "compressed available daytime rest".
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07:14 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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The Air India pilot who tested positive for marijuana after his Phuket-Delhi flight dropped 300 feet mid-air was on sleep medication prescribed by his family doctor, NDTV reported, citing the airline's internal flight safety report. "During the layover [before the flight], I personally attempted rest; sleep didn't come easily," he said. He claimed roster duties "compressed available daytime rest".
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Drone crashes while carrying 51-kg load, still named 'most promising' by US
Avidrone's Katana helicopter drone won first place in the DARPA Lift Challenge despite crashing while attempting to carry a 51 kg (112.4 pounds) payload. The 13-kg drone successfully achieved a 3.84 to 1 payload-to-weight ratio in the competition held at Ohio. Teams had to take off with a payload, fly, drop the cargo and complete the course without a load.
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07:23 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Avidrone's Katana helicopter drone won first place in the DARPA Lift Challenge despite crashing while attempting to carry a 51 kg (112.4 pounds) payload. The 13-kg drone successfully achieved a 3.84 to 1 payload-to-weight ratio in the competition held at Ohio. Teams had to take off with a payload, fly, drop the cargo and complete the course without a load.
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Jellyfish force shutdown of 3 reactors at France's largest nuclear plant
France's largest nuclear plant was forced to shut down three reactors after a swarm of jellyfish clogged pumps used to cool the units. Output at the fourth reactor was cut by half, leaving just one operating at full capacity. The plant was temporarily taken offline a year ago after jellyfish clogged its seawater pumping stations.
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07:43 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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France's largest nuclear plant was forced to shut down three reactors after a swarm of jellyfish clogged pumps used to cool the units. Output at the fourth reactor was cut by half, leaving just one operating at full capacity. The plant was temporarily taken offline a year ago after jellyfish clogged its seawater pumping stations.
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Ronaldo comments on Messi's post after Messi pays tribute to late father, says 'huge hug'
Cristiano Ronaldo commented on Lionel Messi's Instagram post, wherein the latter paid tribute to his father Jorge after his death. Messi wrote in the post that he cannot comprehend the loss and doesn't know how he will go on. "A huge hug to you and yours in these tough times, Leo. Much strength," Ronaldo commented on Messi's post.
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07:58 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Cristiano Ronaldo commented on Lionel Messi's Instagram post, wherein the latter paid tribute to his father Jorge after his death. Messi wrote in the post that he cannot comprehend the loss and doesn't know how he will go on. "A huge hug to you and yours in these tough times, Leo. Much strength," Ronaldo commented on Messi's post.
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Couple finds hidden camera pointed at their Airbnb bed during anniversary trip to Spain
A retired British couple were forced to leave their Airbnb in Madrid after discovering a hidden camera pointed directly at their bed. Donna, 62, and Raymond Nunn, 87 had already spent a night sleeping in the room without knowing camera was there. They eventually found another apartment about two hours south of Madrid and left just two days after arriving.
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08:14 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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A retired British couple were forced to leave their Airbnb in Madrid after discovering a hidden camera pointed directly at their bed. Donna, 62, and Raymond Nunn, 87 had already spent a night sleeping in the room without knowing camera was there. They eventually found another apartment about two hours south of Madrid and left just two days after arriving.
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Urine-filled bottles, 7000 tonnes of trash left in Haridwar after Kanwar Yatra
After the Kanwar Yatra, which brought about 5 crore pilgrims to Haridwar, authorities are working to clean up the trash left behind. Municipal Corporation Town Commissioner Nandan Kumar said that about 7000 tonnes of garbage was generated in two weeks. Waste is also being collected from markets. Videos showed sanitation workers removing bottles of urine without gloves or masks.
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08:12 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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After the Kanwar Yatra, which brought about 5 crore pilgrims to Haridwar, authorities are working to clean up the trash left behind. Municipal Corporation Town Commissioner Nandan Kumar said that about 7000 tonnes of garbage was generated in two weeks. Waste is also being collected from markets. Videos showed sanitation workers removing bottles of urine without gloves or masks.
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Iran knew where Trump was staying, even his hotel floor during NATO Summit: Report
Iran knew where Donald Trump was staying during the NATO Summit in Turkiye, including the US President's hotel floor, according to a report by the New York Times. US agencies had also received multiple streams of information pointing to a specific threat involving a surface-to-air missile targeting Air Force One, as per the report.
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08:21 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Iran knew where Donald Trump was staying during the NATO Summit in Turkiye, including the US President's hotel floor, according to a report by the New York Times. US agencies had also received multiple streams of information pointing to a specific threat involving a surface-to-air missile targeting Air Force One, as per the report.
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Airtel discontinues 4 prepaid plans, users to see 16% price jump for ₹299 plan
Airtel discontinued four prepaid plans priced at ₹299, ₹579, ₹619 and ₹649, with the price of the cheapest plan being hiked by 16% to ₹349. The changes are part of Airtel's push to repair its tariff architecture and lift average revenue/user. The entry-level ₹199 plan remains unchanged, but the discontinuation sparked concerns over similar price hikes/changes by Jio and Vi.
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08:19 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Airtel discontinued four prepaid plans priced at ₹299, ₹579, ₹619 and ₹649, with the price of the cheapest plan being hiked by 16% to ₹349. The changes are part of Airtel's push to repair its tariff architecture and lift average revenue/user. The entry-level ₹199 plan remains unchanged, but the discontinuation sparked concerns over similar price hikes/changes by Jio and Vi.
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Heavy to very heavy rainfall warning issued for several states, list released
IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rain warning for WB and Odisha for Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal, Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, UP, Gujarat, Himachal, J&K, Ladakh and Jharkhand. Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Rajasthan, Sikkim, TN, Puducherry, Uttarakhand and MP may also witness it.
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08:38 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rain warning for WB and Odisha for Thursday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal, Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, UP, Gujarat, Himachal, J&K, Ladakh and Jharkhand. Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Rajasthan, Sikkim, TN, Puducherry, Uttarakhand and MP may also witness it.
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Air India pilot couldn't give urine sample for dope test, probe officer helped him: Report
The pilot of Air India's Phuket-Delhi flight, which dropped 300 feet mid-air, appeared unsteady and needed assistance to sit down after landing in Delhi, NDTV reported. An investigating officer physically helped the pilot while he provided his urine sample, the report noted. Additionally, he wasn't in his seat inside the cockpit when the aircraft plunged, leaving the co-pilot in command.
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08:45 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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The pilot of Air India's Phuket-Delhi flight, which dropped 300 feet mid-air, appeared unsteady and needed assistance to sit down after landing in Delhi, NDTV reported. An investigating officer physically helped the pilot while he provided his urine sample, the report noted. Additionally, he wasn't in his seat inside the cockpit when the aircraft plunged, leaving the co-pilot in command.
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Which places around the world will witness total solar eclipse today?
A total solar eclipse will be witnessed across Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small corner of Portugal today. Many other places in Northern Hemisphere will experience a partial solar eclipse, including parts of northern US (from Alaska to North Carolina), most of Canada, much of Europe, and northwestern Africa. The eclipse won't be visible in India.
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09:06 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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A total solar eclipse will be witnessed across Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small corner of Portugal today. Many other places in Northern Hemisphere will experience a partial solar eclipse, including parts of northern US (from Alaska to North Carolina), most of Canada, much of Europe, and northwestern Africa. The eclipse won't be visible in India.
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Trump's 20-year-old son Barron now richer than his mother: Report
US President Donald Trump's 20-year-old son Barron has a net worth of $150 million, making him richer than his mother Melania, whose net worth is about $70 million, as per Forbes. Barron reportedly earned $80 million from crypto token sales and holds locked-up tokens worth $500 million. Forbes attributed $20 million of Melania's net worth to her books and speeches.
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09:26 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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US President Donald Trump's 20-year-old son Barron has a net worth of $150 million, making him richer than his mother Melania, whose net worth is about $70 million, as per Forbes. Barron reportedly earned $80 million from crypto token sales and holds locked-up tokens worth $500 million. Forbes attributed $20 million of Melania's net worth to her books and speeches.
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After Apple, Google hikes prices of its new Pixel 11 series phones
Google has launched the latest 11 series of its Pixel phone lineup, which includes the Pixel 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Fold. The new models are priced up to ₹15,000 more than their predecessors in Pixel 10 series. The Pixel 11 will cost ₹89,999, ₹15,000 more than Pixel 10's ₹74,999 price tag. Apple had hiked its product prices recently.
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09:42 pm Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Google has launched the latest 11 series of its Pixel phone lineup, which includes the Pixel 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Fold. The new models are priced up to ₹15,000 more than their predecessors in Pixel 10 series. The Pixel 11 will cost ₹89,999, ₹15,000 more than Pixel 10's ₹74,999 price tag. Apple had hiked its product prices recently.
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