A married man should be responsible: Suneel Darshan on Akshay-Priyanka's rumoured affair
Director Suneel Darshan has revealed he had planned the film 'Barsaat' with Akshay Kumar and Priyanka initially and a song featuring them had been filmed. He added it couldn't work out as making Priyanka and Akshay work together again would've led to "repercussions within his family". "I felt...a married man should be more responsible. Priyanka wasn't married," Suneel stated.
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Director Suneel Darshan has revealed he had planned the film 'Barsaat' with Akshay Kumar and Priyanka initially and a song featuring them had been filmed. He added it couldn't work out as making Priyanka and Akshay work together again would've led to "repercussions within his family". "I felt...a married man should be more responsible. Priyanka wasn't married," Suneel stated.
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Chaos erupts at House Panel meet as Priyanka Gandhi raises July 20 police action issue
Chaos erupted at the meeting of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs on Tuesday as Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, raised the issue of police crackdown on student protesters on July 20 in Delhi. The Opposition demanded discussion on alleged use of pellet guns. Chairman Radha Mohan Das Agrawal denied permission as Supreme Court has taken up the matter.
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10:34 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Chaos erupted at the meeting of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs on Tuesday as Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, raised the issue of police crackdown on student protesters on July 20 in Delhi. The Opposition demanded discussion on alleged use of pellet guns. Chairman Radha Mohan Das Agrawal denied permission as Supreme Court has taken up the matter.
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Bengal has 4,133 schools with no students but 19,502 teachers: Report
West Bengal has 4,133 schools with no enrolled students, but 19,502 teachers are deputed there, according to UDISE+ 2025-26 data. The state also has 6,769 single-teacher schools serving 2,29,569 students. Of 5,663 zero-enrolment schools across India, nearly 73% are in West Bengal. Uttar Pradesh ranks second with 313 such schools, where 177 teachers are posted, according to the report.
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10:55 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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West Bengal has 4,133 schools with no enrolled students, but 19,502 teachers are deputed there, according to UDISE+ 2025-26 data. The state also has 6,769 single-teacher schools serving 2,29,569 students. Of 5,663 zero-enrolment schools across India, nearly 73% are in West Bengal. Uttar Pradesh ranks second with 313 such schools, where 177 teachers are posted, according to the report.
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How has UPI grown over the last 10 years?
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), which completed 10 years, has recorded a 13,574-fold rise in annual transaction volume. The number of transactions rose from 1.78 crore in 2016-2017 to 24,162 crore in 2025-26. The annual transaction value rose 4,486-fold from ₹0.07 lakh crore to ₹314 lakh crore. Number of participating banks rose from 21 to 741 as of July 2026.
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10:47 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), which completed 10 years, has recorded a 13,574-fold rise in annual transaction volume. The number of transactions rose from 1.78 crore in 2016-2017 to 24,162 crore in 2025-26. The annual transaction value rose 4,486-fold from ₹0.07 lakh crore to ₹314 lakh crore. Number of participating banks rose from 21 to 741 as of July 2026.
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Huang was 1st to push Indian-origin woman to build AI model that can solve physics problems
Indian-origin researcher Anima Anandkumar revealed that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was the first to encourage the idea behind her AI model that can predict physical phenomena in space and time. She also led a team of scientists at Nvidia exploring frontier AI using the firm's GPUs. Notably, her model can handle 50 lakh times more data than Anthropic's flagship model.
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11:13 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Indian-origin researcher Anima Anandkumar revealed that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was the first to encourage the idea behind her AI model that can predict physical phenomena in space and time. She also led a team of scientists at Nvidia exploring frontier AI using the firm's GPUs. Notably, her model can handle 50 lakh times more data than Anthropic's flagship model.
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Salman targeted in extortion plot, man arrested over fake gang threats
Actor Salman Khan was targeted in an extortion scam after a man faked WhatsApp texts and fake identities to create an impression of gang threats, IANS reported. The accused has been arrested and has reportedly admitted to fabricating the threats to intimidate Salman and demand money. The police authorities recovered two mobile phones and ₹1.30 lakh from the accused.
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11:06 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Actor Salman Khan was targeted in an extortion scam after a man faked WhatsApp texts and fake identities to create an impression of gang threats, IANS reported. The accused has been arrested and has reportedly admitted to fabricating the threats to intimidate Salman and demand money. The police authorities recovered two mobile phones and ₹1.30 lakh from the accused.
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11:06 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Mamaearth parent calls off plan to buy 58% stake in Fluence Pharma
Honasa Consumer, the parent of Mamaearth, has called off its proposed acquisition of a 58% stake in nutraceuticals company Fluence Pharma, the firm informed in a regulatory filing on Tuesday. Honasa cited the non-fulfilment of closing conditions under the share purchase agreement as the reason behind cancelling the deal. Honasa had announced the stake acquisition plan in June.
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News By: Ishaan Mukherjee
11:43 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Honasa Consumer, the parent of Mamaearth, has called off its proposed acquisition of a 58% stake in nutraceuticals company Fluence Pharma, the firm informed in a regulatory filing on Tuesday. Honasa cited the non-fulfilment of closing conditions under the share purchase agreement as the reason behind cancelling the deal. Honasa had announced the stake acquisition plan in June.
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11:43 pm Tuesday, 25 August 2026
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Why are loans in India costlier than in China?
Borrowing costs, or the interest rate at which banks lend money, are higher in India than in China, Moneycontrol reported. Home and personal loan rates average around 7.5-8.45% and 10-15%, respectively, while in China, they hover around 3.1% and 3.5-3.65%. Since India has a higher government bond yield rate, lenders may face higher funding costs, leading to elevated loan rates.
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07:00 am Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Borrowing costs, or the interest rate at which banks lend money, are higher in India than in China, Moneycontrol reported. Home and personal loan rates average around 7.5-8.45% and 10-15%, respectively, while in China, they hover around 3.1% and 3.5-3.65%. Since India has a higher government bond yield rate, lenders may face higher funding costs, leading to elevated loan rates.
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What were Dhoni's reported demands and CSK's offers during stake talks?
During the reported stake talks, ex-CSK captain MS Dhoni initially sought a 25% stake in the franchise, while CSK offered 3%. Dhoni lowered his demand to 20%, with CSK raising its offer to 4%. In final round, Dhoni reportedly agreed to settle for 18%, while CSK's final offer stood at 5.5%. CSK management didn't agree to terms proposed by Dhoni.
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08:13 am Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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During the reported stake talks, ex-CSK captain MS Dhoni initially sought a 25% stake in the franchise, while CSK offered 3%. Dhoni lowered his demand to 20%, with CSK raising its offer to 4%. In final round, Dhoni reportedly agreed to settle for 18%, while CSK's final offer stood at 5.5%. CSK management didn't agree to terms proposed by Dhoni.
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Dolly Parton, queen of country music, passes away
Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has passed away aged 80 after a brief battle with cancer. With classics including 'Coat of Many Colors', 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You', Parton had become one of the best-selling female artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold. She had won 11 Grammy awards, including Lifetime Achievement Award.
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08:15 am Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Dolly Parton, the queen of country music, has passed away aged 80 after a brief battle with cancer. With classics including 'Coat of Many Colors', 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You', Parton had become one of the best-selling female artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold. She had won 11 Grammy awards, including Lifetime Achievement Award.
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US pauses visa appointments globally
US has paused visa appointments for all the applicants worldwide as President Donald Trump steps up his immigration crackdown. The visa appointments have been paused to accommodate the "in-depth training" at all US embassies and consulates under the State Department's global training initiative, focused on comprehensive screening. Applicants in India have reportedly received cancellation notices.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
08:53 am Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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US has paused visa appointments for all the applicants worldwide as President Donald Trump steps up his immigration crackdown. The visa appointments have been paused to accommodate the "in-depth training" at all US embassies and consulates under the State Department's global training initiative, focused on comprehensive screening. Applicants in India have reportedly received cancellation notices.
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Emami Group exits East Bengal FC as its investor
Emami Group on Tuesday officially ended its role as an investor in East Bengal Football Club, transferring all its shares and associated voting rights back to the club. However, Emami will continue its association with East Bengal as a sponsor. Emami had entered into an investment agreement with East Bengal in 2022, acquiring a 77% stake in the club.
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12:59 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Emami Group on Tuesday officially ended its role as an investor in East Bengal Football Club, transferring all its shares and associated voting rights back to the club. However, Emami will continue its association with East Bengal as a sponsor. Emami had entered into an investment agreement with East Bengal in 2022, acquiring a 77% stake in the club.
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12:59 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Soviet spy's grandson launches Presidential bid in France
French centre-left politician Raphaël Glucksmann launched his presidential bid on Sunday. The European Parliament member and co-leader of Public Square party is challenging Jean-Luc Mélenchon to lead Left against Marine Le Pen, the National Rally leader and frontrunner for 2027 election. He's the grandson of Rubin Glucksmann, a Soviet spy who took part in Soviet intervention in Spanish Civil War.
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01:08 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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French centre-left politician Raphaël Glucksmann launched his presidential bid on Sunday. The European Parliament member and co-leader of Public Square party is challenging Jean-Luc Mélenchon to lead Left against Marine Le Pen, the National Rally leader and frontrunner for 2027 election. He's the grandson of Rubin Glucksmann, a Soviet spy who took part in Soviet intervention in Spanish Civil War.
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Govt proposes 'Shark Tank'-style series to boost India-Japan investments
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has proposed a startup pitching series similar to "Shark Tank" to boost India-Japan ties. Speaking at a roundtable during his Japan visit, Goyal said Indian startups could use the platform to seek Japanese investments, while Japanese startups could look for Indian partners. He also called for greater cooperation between universities and venture funds in both nations.
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01:26 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has proposed a startup pitching series similar to "Shark Tank" to boost India-Japan ties. Speaking at a roundtable during his Japan visit, Goyal said Indian startups could use the platform to seek Japanese investments, while Japanese startups could look for Indian partners. He also called for greater cooperation between universities and venture funds in both nations.
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India is not 'dharamshala', infiltrators are threat to country's security: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said India "is not a dharamshala for illegal immigrants", adding that only citizens of the country have the right to reside here. He stated that illegal immigrants pose a threat to the country’s security, economy and demographic stability. Anyone else who wishes to stay in India can do so only through legal channels, Shah added.
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01:44 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said India "is not a dharamshala for illegal immigrants", adding that only citizens of the country have the right to reside here. He stated that illegal immigrants pose a threat to the country’s security, economy and demographic stability. Anyone else who wishes to stay in India can do so only through legal channels, Shah added.
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Why has India's ATM count dropped by 9,000 in 2 years?
India's ATM count has fallen from 2,18,815 in March 2024 to 2,09,812 in July 2026, a drop of roughly 9,000. The decline comes amid the rapid rise of digital payments, which has reduced cash withdrawal volumes, making ATMs increasingly expensive to maintain. The value of ATM transactions has dropped by over 20% to ₹2.20 lakh crore during the same period.
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01:53 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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India's ATM count has fallen from 2,18,815 in March 2024 to 2,09,812 in July 2026, a drop of roughly 9,000. The decline comes amid the rapid rise of digital payments, which has reduced cash withdrawal volumes, making ATMs increasingly expensive to maintain. The value of ATM transactions has dropped by over 20% to ₹2.20 lakh crore during the same period.
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Akhilesh Yadav promises ₹40,000/year to women in UP if SP wins Assembly polls
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has announced a 'Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana' under which women in Uttar Pradesh will get ₹40,000/year if SP wins the upcoming state Assembly elections. Akhilesh claimed that the amount will be increased in the coming years. "This is a resolve for the complete freedom of half the population (women)," the former UP CM added.
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02:13 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has announced a 'Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana' under which women in Uttar Pradesh will get ₹40,000/year if SP wins the upcoming state Assembly elections. Akhilesh claimed that the amount will be increased in the coming years. "This is a resolve for the complete freedom of half the population (women)," the former UP CM added.
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Yash's 'Toxic' a hollow fairytale, borrows from 'Godfather': Indian Express
Indian Express called Yash's 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups' a hollow fairytale that borrows classic gangsta beats from Hollywood films like 'The Godfather'. The review described the film as an exhausting, eye-glazing stream of violence across picturesque locations in Goa, Macau and elsewhere, where mobsters, corrupt forces and gun-toting goons drive crime through one set-piece after another.
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02:22 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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Indian Express called Yash's 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups' a hollow fairytale that borrows classic gangsta beats from Hollywood films like 'The Godfather'. The review described the film as an exhausting, eye-glazing stream of violence across picturesque locations in Goa, Macau and elsewhere, where mobsters, corrupt forces and gun-toting goons drive crime through one set-piece after another.
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Man shares pic of a child watching A-rated 'Toxic' in theatre, says 'My anxiety is peaking'
An X user has shared a picture of a child watching Yash-starrer A-rated 'Toxic' in a theatre on Day one of its release. "My theatre anxiety is peaking as a little child is sitting next to me...Parents, stop bringing your films to adult films! Please," he shared. Notably, 'Toxic' has received a stronger adult rating than 'Dhurandhar' franchise in UK.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
02:43 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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An X user has shared a picture of a child watching Yash-starrer A-rated 'Toxic' in a theatre on Day one of its release. "My theatre anxiety is peaking as a little child is sitting next to me...Parents, stop bringing your films to adult films! Please," he shared. Notably, 'Toxic' has received a stronger adult rating than 'Dhurandhar' franchise in UK.
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Zelenskyy awards Musk Ukraine's Order of Freedom amid push for Starlink-enabled drones
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded American billionaire Elon Musk Ukraine's Order of Freedom. He was awarded for his "contributions to the protection of human life and freedom" and "development of relations between the peoples of Ukraine and US". This comes after Zelenskyy said the SpaceX owner "may change his mind" over allowing Ukraine to use Starlink-enabled drones against Russia.
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02:58 pm Wednesday, 26 August 2026
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded American billionaire Elon Musk Ukraine's Order of Freedom. He was awarded for his "contributions to the protection of human life and freedom" and "development of relations between the peoples of Ukraine and US". This comes after Zelenskyy said the SpaceX owner "may change his mind" over allowing Ukraine to use Starlink-enabled drones against Russia.
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