'Israel jeopardising Trump's Gaza peace plan,' say UAE & 7 other Muslim nations
Seven Muslim-majority nations issued a joint statement condemning Israel's ongoing military campaign in Gaza and accusing it of "jeopardising" US President Donald Trump's proposed Gaza peace plan. The nations include the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia and Turkiye. Israel has refused to withdraw its troops from Gaza as proposed in Trump's Hamas disarmament plan.
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Seven Muslim-majority nations issued a joint statement condemning Israel's ongoing military campaign in Gaza and accusing it of "jeopardising" US President Donald Trump's proposed Gaza peace plan. The nations include the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia and Turkiye. Israel has refused to withdraw its troops from Gaza as proposed in Trump's Hamas disarmament plan.
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India to face Pakistan on September 5 as Women's Asia Cup schedule revealed
The Asian Cricket Council has announced the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 schedule. The tournament will be held from August 28 to September 13. India will face Thailand on August 30 in Group A and Hong Kong on September 3 before taking on Pakistan in Dubai on September 5. Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UAE and Indonesia will comprise Group B.
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10:48 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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The Asian Cricket Council has announced the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 schedule. The tournament will be held from August 28 to September 13. India will face Thailand on August 30 in Group A and Hong Kong on September 3 before taking on Pakistan in Dubai on September 5. Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UAE and Indonesia will comprise Group B.
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Sitharaman refutes claims of MDR affecting UPI users, says it applies only to merchants
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's claims that the proposed payment law amendments would make UPI costlier for end users. She clarified that the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) applies only to merchants, not end users. "More importantly, the UPI and Services Steering Committee, headed by NPCI, is yet to decide on the MDR," she added.
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11:13 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's claims that the proposed payment law amendments would make UPI costlier for end users. She clarified that the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) applies only to merchants, not end users. "More importantly, the UPI and Services Steering Committee, headed by NPCI, is yet to decide on the MDR," she added.
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Govt cuts deadline to remove unlawful AI content from 36 hours to 3 hours
The government has strengthened the regulatory framework to tackle AI-generated deepfakes. Under amendments to the IT Rules made in February, the deadline for platforms to remove unlawful content was reduced from 36 hours to three hours after receiving a valid government or court order. The amendments also made the labelling of AI-generated content mandatory.
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11:01 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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The government has strengthened the regulatory framework to tackle AI-generated deepfakes. Under amendments to the IT Rules made in February, the deadline for platforms to remove unlawful content was reduced from 36 hours to three hours after receiving a valid government or court order. The amendments also made the labelling of AI-generated content mandatory.
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DeepSeek invests $20.8 million in robot maker Unitree's Shanghai IPO
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has invested 140.8 million yuan ($20.8 million) in robot maker Unitree Robotics' Shanghai IPO, thereby acquiring a 2.31% strategic stake. Under the deal, the two Hangzhou-based firms agreed to jointly develop AI models for humanoid robots. The partnership is expected to combine DeepSeek's model-training expertise with Unitree's motion control and mechanical engineering.
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11:29 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has invested 140.8 million yuan ($20.8 million) in robot maker Unitree Robotics' Shanghai IPO, thereby acquiring a 2.31% strategic stake. Under the deal, the two Hangzhou-based firms agreed to jointly develop AI models for humanoid robots. The partnership is expected to combine DeepSeek's model-training expertise with Unitree's motion control and mechanical engineering.
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PM Modi shares reel, urges youth to make 'Get ready with me' videos on Handloom Day
PM Narendra Modi posted a new Instagram reel ahead of National Handloom Day on August 7 and urged youth to celebrate it by creating "Get Ready With Me" (GRWM) videos featuring handloom outfits. "Inspire others to embrace handloom and support our artisans," he said. He noted that August 7 marked the start of Swadeshi Movement when people united against British.
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10:16 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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PM Narendra Modi posted a new Instagram reel ahead of National Handloom Day on August 7 and urged youth to celebrate it by creating "Get Ready With Me" (GRWM) videos featuring handloom outfits. "Inspire others to embrace handloom and support our artisans," he said. He noted that August 7 marked the start of Swadeshi Movement when people united against British.
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What is Discovery Loop, AI startup founded by Google's 4 AI experts?
Google's Chief Scientist Jeff Dean left the company along with three senior AI researchers to launch a new AI startup called Discovery Loop. This venture will focus on building frontier AI systems that rapidly propose, execute, evaluate and iterate experiments across machine learning, science, drug discovery and engineering. Alphabet has joined as a founding investor and cloud computing partner.
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11:43 pm Thursday, 06 August 2026
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Google's Chief Scientist Jeff Dean left the company along with three senior AI researchers to launch a new AI startup called Discovery Loop. This venture will focus on building frontier AI systems that rapidly propose, execute, evaluate and iterate experiments across machine learning, science, drug discovery and engineering. Alphabet has joined as a founding investor and cloud computing partner.
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Video shows Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon conducting his 1st spacewalk
A video shows Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon conducting his first-ever spacewalk outside International Space Station. Menon is scheduled to undertake three spacewalks beginning August 6 along with fellow astronaut Jessica Meir. They will prepare the orbital laboratory for the future installation of the International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Array.
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12:08 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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A video shows Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon conducting his first-ever spacewalk outside International Space Station. Menon is scheduled to undertake three spacewalks beginning August 6 along with fellow astronaut Jessica Meir. They will prepare the orbital laboratory for the future installation of the International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Array.
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Go Colors appoints Shraddha Kapoor as its first-ever brand ambassador
Women's apparel brand Go Colors has named Shraddha Kapoor as its first-ever brand ambassador. The collaboration marks a key milestone in its evolution from a bottom-wear specialist to a comfort-first everyday apparel brand with a wide selection of styles and fits. The association debuts with its new campaign, "Life Moves In Your Comfort Zone," celebrating comfort, confidence, and effortless style.
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08:00 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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Women's apparel brand Go Colors has named Shraddha Kapoor as its first-ever brand ambassador. The collaboration marks a key milestone in its evolution from a bottom-wear specialist to a comfort-first everyday apparel brand with a wide selection of styles and fits. The association debuts with its new campaign, "Life Moves In Your Comfort Zone," celebrating comfort, confidence, and effortless style.
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Sons being made scapegoats: Father of brothers held for murder of WB CM Suvendu's aide
The father of brothers Sagar and Saheb Sonkar, who were arrested in the alleged contract killing of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant Chandranath Rath, claimed his sons were being "scapegoats". He also rejected CBI's allegation that Sagar was in touch with a rival political party, reportedly TMC. The brothers, TMC workers who later joined BJP, worked for Chandranath.
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08:25 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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The father of brothers Sagar and Saheb Sonkar, who were arrested in the alleged contract killing of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant Chandranath Rath, claimed his sons were being "scapegoats". He also rejected CBI's allegation that Sagar was in touch with a rival political party, reportedly TMC. The brothers, TMC workers who later joined BJP, worked for Chandranath.
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Super El Niño could be strongest in 500-1,000 years: Meteorologist
US meteorologist Ryan Maue has warned that the developing Super El Niño could be the strongest in 500 to 1,000 years. He said it could become one of humanity's most extreme climate events in centuries. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology says El Niño is already "firmly established", with the 'Niño3.4 temperature index' reaching 1.94°C above average in late July.
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08:42 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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US meteorologist Ryan Maue has warned that the developing Super El Niño could be the strongest in 500 to 1,000 years. He said it could become one of humanity's most extreme climate events in centuries. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology says El Niño is already "firmly established", with the 'Niño3.4 temperature index' reaching 1.94°C above average in late July.
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Rahul Gandhi names his favourite BJP politician
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has named former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh as his favourite BJP politician, saying, "I get along with him, he's cool." Calling him an "expert on military history", Rahul added, "I like him a lot." Amarinder Singh was in Congress before he formed his own party, Punjab Lok Congress (PLC). Later, he joined BJP.
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08:51 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has named former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh as his favourite BJP politician, saying, "I get along with him, he's cool." Calling him an "expert on military history", Rahul added, "I like him a lot." Amarinder Singh was in Congress before he formed his own party, Punjab Lok Congress (PLC). Later, he joined BJP.
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Viral video shows sea-like waves in well; Gujarat Collector explains reason
A video is going viral online, showing sea-like waves in a well in Gujarat's Morbi. Several people are visiting the site to witness it. Collector Swapnil Khare said, "District geologists visited the site...Their preliminary assessment suggests the water movement is likely caused by trapped air beneath the water. As the trapped air shifts, it creates movement on the water's surface."
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09:13 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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A video is going viral online, showing sea-like waves in a well in Gujarat's Morbi. Several people are visiting the site to witness it. Collector Swapnil Khare said, "District geologists visited the site...Their preliminary assessment suggests the water movement is likely caused by trapped air beneath the water. As the trapped air shifts, it creates movement on the water's surface."
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Oil prices rise amid concerns over Hormuz reopening plans
Crude oil prices continued to rise on Friday amid concerns over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures rose 1.2% to $83.48/barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 1.1% to $78.84/barrel. Iran, in coordination with Oman, proposed banning vessels deemed hostile from using the strait and imposing heavy fines on those violating the proposed rules.
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09:29 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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Crude oil prices continued to rise on Friday amid concerns over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures rose 1.2% to $83.48/barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 1.1% to $78.84/barrel. Iran, in coordination with Oman, proposed banning vessels deemed hostile from using the strait and imposing heavy fines on those violating the proposed rules.
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Apollo to takeover EasyJet for $7.7 bn after Castlelake withdraws
Apollo Global on Thursday agreed to takeover UK-based budget airline EasyJet in a £5.70 billion ($7.7 billion) deal after private equity firm Castlelake withdrew its offer. The deal will entitle investors of EasyJet to £7.15 per share ($9.63), representing a 54% premium to its closing price on February 27. Apollo has previously also invested in Atlas Air and Aeromexico.
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09:42 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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Apollo Global on Thursday agreed to takeover UK-based budget airline EasyJet in a £5.70 billion ($7.7 billion) deal after private equity firm Castlelake withdrew its offer. The deal will entitle investors of EasyJet to £7.15 per share ($9.63), representing a 54% premium to its closing price on February 27. Apollo has previously also invested in Atlas Air and Aeromexico.
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Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth becomes India's 1st woman fighter combat leader
Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth has become the first woman pilot in Indian Air Force to successfully complete the Fighter Combat Leader (FCL) course at Tactics and Air Combat Development Establishment (TACDE) in Gwalior. The achievement is significant, as only about 1% of IAF pilots are selected for FCL course at TACDE. The 20-week programme trains pilots in advanced combat tactics.
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09:56 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth has become the first woman pilot in Indian Air Force to successfully complete the Fighter Combat Leader (FCL) course at Tactics and Air Combat Development Establishment (TACDE) in Gwalior. The achievement is significant, as only about 1% of IAF pilots are selected for FCL course at TACDE. The 20-week programme trains pilots in advanced combat tactics.
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When can lenders lock your phone for missing an EMI?
RBI has issued rules on when lenders can restrict phones, tablets and laptops bought on loan. Restrictions can begin after payments remain overdue for 30 days, while a full lock is allowed after 60 days. Even then, incoming calls, SMS, emergency services and work-related features must remain available. Lenders must restore access within an hour after dues are fully cleared.
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09:50 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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RBI has issued rules on when lenders can restrict phones, tablets and laptops bought on loan. Restrictions can begin after payments remain overdue for 30 days, while a full lock is allowed after 60 days. Even then, incoming calls, SMS, emergency services and work-related features must remain available. Lenders must restore access within an hour after dues are fully cleared.
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Video shows govt hospital roof falling on woman in Rajasthan; Congress blames BJP
A woman suffered injuries and received two stitches after a portion of the roof collapsed on her at Government Durgadutt Fatehpuria Hospital in Sujangarh, Rajasthan's Churu district. "We had written to the Public Works Department for repairs on August 4," Principal Medical Officer Dr Purusottam Karwa said. Congress accused the BJP of corruption and "reckless disregard for public lives".
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11:14 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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A woman suffered injuries and received two stitches after a portion of the roof collapsed on her at Government Durgadutt Fatehpuria Hospital in Sujangarh, Rajasthan's Churu district. "We had written to the Public Works Department for repairs on August 4," Principal Medical Officer Dr Purusottam Karwa said. Congress accused the BJP of corruption and "reckless disregard for public lives".
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Rahul responds to 'Are you Batman' question on Instagram, says 'No one has seen us in same room'
While hosting an 'ask me anything' session as part of his Gen-Z outreach on Instagram, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was asked, "Are you Batman?" He responded, "Let's just say that no one has ever seen me and Batman in the same room together!" He also answered a question about Jharkhand student protests, saying that every government must listen to students.
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11:28 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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While hosting an 'ask me anything' session as part of his Gen-Z outreach on Instagram, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was asked, "Are you Batman?" He responded, "Let's just say that no one has ever seen me and Batman in the same room together!" He also answered a question about Jharkhand student protests, saying that every government must listen to students.
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'I killed your father, now it's your turn,' man threatens Baba Siddique's son Zeeshan
A man allegedly threatened former NCP MLA Baba Siddique's son Zeeshan Siddique in an audio clip, stating, "I killed your father, and now it's your turn...I've issued a fatwa against you. Increase your security." Police said the clip could be from Zeeshan Akhtar, an absconding accused in Baba Siddique's murder. "We are verifying the authenticity of the clip," police added.
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11:24 am Friday, 07 August 2026
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A man allegedly threatened former NCP MLA Baba Siddique's son Zeeshan Siddique in an audio clip, stating, "I killed your father, and now it's your turn...I've issued a fatwa against you. Increase your security." Police said the clip could be from Zeeshan Akhtar, an absconding accused in Baba Siddique's murder. "We are verifying the authenticity of the clip," police added.
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