Could escalate into war: Thailand PM on conflict with Cambodia
Thailand's acting PM Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Friday said the conflict with Cambodia "has intensified and could escalate into a state of war". "The current situation involves acts of intrusion and aggression that are causing harm to the people's lives," said Wechayachai. At least 16 people have been killed and thousands have been displaced in the border clashes.
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Thailand's acting PM Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Friday said the conflict with Cambodia "has intensified and could escalate into a state of war". "The current situation involves acts of intrusion and aggression that are causing harm to the people's lives," said Wechayachai. At least 16 people have been killed and thousands have been displaced in the border clashes.
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17-year-old boy dies after following 3-month juice-only diet he saw on YouTube
A 17-year-old boy from Tamil Nadu's Kanniyakumari district died after collapsing following complaints of breathlessness on Thursday. His family said he had been on a juice-only diet for three months, inspired by a YouTube video. They told doctors and police he hadn't consulted any medical or nutritional expert before starting the extreme diet.
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A 17-year-old boy from Tamil Nadu's Kanniyakumari district died after collapsing following complaints of breathlessness on Thursday. His family said he had been on a juice-only diet for three months, inspired by a YouTube video. They told doctors and police he hadn't consulted any medical or nutritional expert before starting the extreme diet.
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Why did ICC scrap runner rule in international cricket in 2011?
Batters aren't allowed runners in international cricket after the ICC scrapped the rule in 2011, citing widespread abuse. The ICC said the rule was often not used in right spirit and made it hard for umpires to judge genuine injuries. The move also aimed to address the imbalance between batters and bowlers as a bowler can't continue bowling after injury.
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Batters aren't allowed runners in international cricket after the ICC scrapped the rule in 2011, citing widespread abuse. The ICC said the rule was often not used in right spirit and made it hard for umpires to judge genuine injuries. The move also aimed to address the imbalance between batters and bowlers as a bowler can't continue bowling after injury.
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India extends over βΉ4,850-crore credit line to Maldives
Amid PM Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Maldives, India has extended Line of Credit (LoC) of over βΉ4,850 crore to the country. India also committed to reduce Maldives' annual debt repayment obligation on Government of India-funded LoCs. The launch of India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA) negotiations was also announced on Friday. PM Modi said India is Maldives' "closest neighbour".
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Amid PM Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Maldives, India has extended Line of Credit (LoC) of over βΉ4,850 crore to the country. India also committed to reduce Maldives' annual debt repayment obligation on Government of India-funded LoCs. The launch of India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA) negotiations was also announced on Friday. PM Modi said India is Maldives' "closest neighbour".
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Martial law in Thailand's border areas amid deadly conflict with Cambodia
Martial law has been declared in at least eight districts of two Thailand provinces- Chanthaburi and Trat- amid deadly clashes with Cambodia, a military official said. This came hours after Thailand's acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai warned that the intensifying clashes could develop into war. At least 16 people have died as fighting broke out at around 12 border locations.
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Martial law has been declared in at least eight districts of two Thailand provinces- Chanthaburi and Trat- amid deadly clashes with Cambodia, a military official said. This came hours after Thailand's acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai warned that the intensifying clashes could develop into war. At least 16 people have died as fighting broke out at around 12 border locations.
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Joe Root becomes 2nd highest run-scorer in Test cricket history, now only behind Tendulkar
Former England captain Joe Root has become the second-highest run-getter in Test cricket history. During England's first innings in the Manchester Test against India, Root surpassed former Australia captain Ricky Ponting's 13,378-run mark. Root is now only behind Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches.
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Former England captain Joe Root has become the second-highest run-getter in Test cricket history. During England's first innings in the Manchester Test against India, Root surpassed former Australia captain Ricky Ponting's 13,378-run mark. Root is now only behind Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches.
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Who are India's longest-serving Prime Ministers in consecutive terms?
Jawaharlal Nehru was India's longest-serving PM (16 years, 286 days), followed by PM Narendra Modi, who recently overtook Pandit Nehru's daughter Indira Gandhi to become the second-longest PM in consecutive terms. Dr Manmohan Singh's term was the fourth-longest. He is followed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Rajiv Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, Morarji Desai, Lal Bahadur Shastri and Vishwanath Pratap Singh.
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Jawaharlal Nehru was India's longest-serving PM (16 years, 286 days), followed by PM Narendra Modi, who recently overtook Pandit Nehru's daughter Indira Gandhi to become the second-longest PM in consecutive terms. Dr Manmohan Singh's term was the fourth-longest. He is followed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Rajiv Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, Morarji Desai, Lal Bahadur Shastri and Vishwanath Pratap Singh.
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Sir, please look at Indian football too: Footballer Akash on PM Modi's pic with PL trophy
Indian footballer Akash Mishra took to X to react to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post wherein he posed with Premier League trophy during his visit to the UK. "Sir thoda Indian football bhi dekh lo (Sir, please look at Indian football too)." Akash wrote. Akash's remark comes amid Indian Super League (ISL) being put on hold indefinitely.
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Indian footballer Akash Mishra took to X to react to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post wherein he posed with Premier League trophy during his visit to the UK. "Sir thoda Indian football bhi dekh lo (Sir, please look at Indian football too)." Akash wrote. Akash's remark comes amid Indian Super League (ISL) being put on hold indefinitely.
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Barcelona legend Xavi applies to become India head coach, AIFF rejects due to high cost
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez was among those who applied for the position of Indian men's football team head coach, PTI reported. However, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) rejected the Spain's World Cup-winning midfielder's application due to high cost. Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic and Khalid Jamil are among the three candidates shortlisted by the AIFFβs technical committee.
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Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez was among those who applied for the position of Indian men's football team head coach, PTI reported. However, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) rejected the Spain's World Cup-winning midfielder's application due to high cost. Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic and Khalid Jamil are among the three candidates shortlisted by the AIFFβs technical committee.
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Govt responds to Maldives Prez Muizzu's brother-in-law's post against PM Modi
India has responded after Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's brother-in-law Abdullah bin Mohammed Ibrahim criticised PM Narendra Modi and his visit to the island nation. "Our ties are strong enough to withstand some of these passing remarks," said Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, adding that the future of India-Maldives ties is "bright". Ibrahim has deleted the social media post in question.
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India has responded after Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's brother-in-law Abdullah bin Mohammed Ibrahim criticised PM Narendra Modi and his visit to the island nation. "Our ties are strong enough to withstand some of these passing remarks," said Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, adding that the future of India-Maldives ties is "bright". Ibrahim has deleted the social media post in question.
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Late retired IRS officer leaves βΉ3-cr property, βΉ66 lakh cash to Tirupati Temple Trusts
Late YVSS Bhaskar Rao, who retired as an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer, has donated property worth βΉ3 crore and fixed deposits worth βΉ66 lakh to the Tirupati Temple Trust and other associated Trusts. The property is a 3,500-square-foot building named 'Ananda Nilayam' located near Hyderabad. Rao's family said he had "deep faith and devotion" for Sri Venkateswara Swamy.
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Late YVSS Bhaskar Rao, who retired as an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer, has donated property worth βΉ3 crore and fixed deposits worth βΉ66 lakh to the Tirupati Temple Trust and other associated Trusts. The property is a 3,500-square-foot building named 'Ananda Nilayam' located near Hyderabad. Rao's family said he had "deep faith and devotion" for Sri Venkateswara Swamy.
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China builds worldβs largest laser crystal
Chinese researchers have manufactured the worldβs largest laser crystal. According to scientists, it could pave the way for ultra-high-power laser weapons capable of zapping satellites from the ground. It measures 60 millimetres in diameter and can efficiently convert short-wave infrared lasers into mid- to far-infrared beams that can penetrate atmospheric windows for long-distance transmission.
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Chinese researchers have manufactured the worldβs largest laser crystal. According to scientists, it could pave the way for ultra-high-power laser weapons capable of zapping satellites from the ground. It measures 60 millimetres in diameter and can efficiently convert short-wave infrared lasers into mid- to far-infrared beams that can penetrate atmospheric windows for long-distance transmission.
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Cambodia calls for immediate ceasefire with Thailand after 32 killed in 2 days
Cambodia has called for an immediate ceasefire with Thailand after two days of cross-border fighting between the two Asian countries left 32 dead and thousands displaced. Chhea Keo, Cambodia's ambassador to the UN, said his country asked for a truce "unconditionally". Thailand on Friday declared martial law in eight districts bordering Cambodia.
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Cambodia has called for an immediate ceasefire with Thailand after two days of cross-border fighting between the two Asian countries left 32 dead and thousands displaced. Chhea Keo, Cambodia's ambassador to the UN, said his country asked for a truce "unconditionally". Thailand on Friday declared martial law in eight districts bordering Cambodia.
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Signature Packaged Drinking Water launches Mangrove Regeneration Pledge
On July 26, World Mangrove Day, Signature Packaged Drinking Water released a campaign film featuring Ayushmann Khurrana. The film spotlights the brand's Mangrove Regeneration Project in Odishaβa 3-year, community-driven initiative. The brand stated the project is reviving over 62 acres of degraded land, planting 30,000+ saplings and supporting five coastal villages in these conservation efforts.
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On July 26, World Mangrove Day, Signature Packaged Drinking Water released a campaign film featuring Ayushmann Khurrana. The film spotlights the brand's Mangrove Regeneration Project in Odishaβa 3-year, community-driven initiative. The brand stated the project is reviving over 62 acres of degraded land, planting 30,000+ saplings and supporting five coastal villages in these conservation efforts.
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Tim David smashes fastest hundred by an Australian in T20I cricket history
Australia all-rounder Tim David smashed the fastest hundred by an Australian in T20I cricket history after reaching the three-figure mark off 37 deliveries against West Indies in the third T20I in Basseterre. David scored 102 *(37), including 11 sixes and six fours, to help his team chase down 215-run target in 16.1 overs.
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Australia all-rounder Tim David smashed the fastest hundred by an Australian in T20I cricket history after reaching the three-figure mark off 37 deliveries against West Indies in the third T20I in Basseterre. David scored 102 *(37), including 11 sixes and six fours, to help his team chase down 215-run target in 16.1 overs.
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India's first-ever hydrogen-powered train coach successfully tested
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Railways successfully tested the country's first-ever hydrogen-powered coach at the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. "India is developing 1,200 HP hydrogen train. It'll place India among leaders in hydrogen-powered train technology," Vaishnaw said. In 2023, Vaishnaw informed Rajya Sabha that Railways plans to operate 35 hydrogen-powered trains.
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Railways successfully tested the country's first-ever hydrogen-powered coach at the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. "India is developing 1,200 HP hydrogen train. It'll place India among leaders in hydrogen-powered train technology," Vaishnaw said. In 2023, Vaishnaw informed Rajya Sabha that Railways plans to operate 35 hydrogen-powered trains.
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Govt responds on being asked about dip in average speed of Vande Bharat trains
NCP MP Fauzia Khan asked Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw about the dip in Vande Bharat trains' average speed from 84.48 kmph in 2020-21 to 76.25 kmph in 2023-24. In a written reply, Vaishnaw said average speed depends on geometry of the track, stoppages enroute, maintenance work. He added trains are designed for 180 kmph, with operating limit of 160 kmph.
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NCP MP Fauzia Khan asked Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw about the dip in Vande Bharat trains' average speed from 84.48 kmph in 2020-21 to 76.25 kmph in 2023-24. In a written reply, Vaishnaw said average speed depends on geometry of the track, stoppages enroute, maintenance work. He added trains are designed for 180 kmph, with operating limit of 160 kmph.
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Applications for IIM Nagpur's Blended MBA program closing soon
IIM Nagpur invites applications for its 2-year Blended MBA program, designed to empower young, aspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs. The program aims to strengthen decision-making and managerial skills through interactive lectures and industry expert sessions, and it provides alumni status. It offers a conceptual understanding of key areas like Marketing, Finance & Accounting, and MIS.
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IIM Nagpur invites applications for its 2-year Blended MBA program, designed to empower young, aspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs. The program aims to strengthen decision-making and managerial skills through interactive lectures and industry expert sessions, and it provides alumni status. It offers a conceptual understanding of key areas like Marketing, Finance & Accounting, and MIS.
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Mysterious object 'dancing' with Neptune discovered
Astronomers have discovered a mysterious object in the outer solar system that moves in sync with Neptune. Named 2020 VN40, it belongs to a class of minor planets called trans-Neptunian objects. It's the first known body to orbit the Sun once for every ten Neptunian orbits. The objectβs average distance is 140 times farther from the Sun than Earth.
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Astronomers have discovered a mysterious object in the outer solar system that moves in sync with Neptune. Named 2020 VN40, it belongs to a class of minor planets called trans-Neptunian objects. It's the first known body to orbit the Sun once for every ten Neptunian orbits. The objectβs average distance is 140 times farther from the Sun than Earth.
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RBI Guv hints at possibility of charging for UPI payments, says 'Someone will bear cost'
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra hinted at possibility of government charging for UPI payments in future. Noting that the government is subsidising various players involved in the "public infrastructure" that is UPI, Malhotra said, "Obviously, some costs have to be paid...Someone will have to bear the cost." Government will look at how these costs will be met going forward, he added.
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RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra hinted at possibility of government charging for UPI payments in future. Noting that the government is subsidising various players involved in the "public infrastructure" that is UPI, Malhotra said, "Obviously, some costs have to be paid...Someone will have to bear the cost." Government will look at how these costs will be met going forward, he added.
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