Turbans 'not allowed': 2 Punjabi men flag 'racism' in Australia

Two Punjabi men took to social media accusing a hotel in Salzburg, Australia, of denying them entry because they were wearing turbans. Calling it "religious discrimination and racism", the men alleged that they were also denied refund for their bookings. Jaspreet Singh from Mohali said he had travelled to many countries but had never experienced such discrimination anywhere.
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12:42 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Hindu girls being converted in Pakistan, we raised this issue: US body's Pak-origin chief

US' Commission on International Religious Freedom's Pakistan-origin chief, Dr Asif Mahmood, highlighted issue of suppression of minorities in Pakistan and China. He said, "I have raised my voice for Hindu girls especially...Pakistan is trying to convert Hindu girls [to Islam]." "China and Pakistan have been recommended for Country of Particular Concern (CPC) status," Mahmood added.
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01:10 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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57 tunnels, 226 bridges: Vande Bharat’s stunning journey

A Vande Bharat train's journey through Karnataka's Western Ghats has caught attention online for its stunning scenery. The Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya stretch features 57 tunnels, 226 bridges and 108 curves. During the monsoon, the route turns especially picturesque, with mist-covered hills, dense greenery, streams and waterfalls surrounding the tracks.
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01:02 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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CXMT sues Pentagon over ‘Chinese military company’ tag

China's top memory-chip maker, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), has sued the Pentagon over its inclusion on a US list of companies that are aiding Beijing's military. CXMT said it has no military ties and makes DRAM chips solely for civilian and commercial use. The company is seeking removal from the list, citing potential contracting restrictions and reputational damage.
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01:24 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Senthilkumar wins his maiden PSA Copper-level squash title at Budapest Open

India's Velavan Senthilkumar won his maiden PSA Copper-level squash title after defeating Hungary's Balázs Farkas in the Budapest Open 2026 final on Friday. The 28-year-old beat Farkas 11-4, 11-2, 11-3 to claim his 11th PSA Squash Tour title. It was the third meeting between Senthilkumar and Farkas on the PSA Tour, with the Indian now leading their head-to-head record 2-1.
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01:21 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Prashant Kishor’s meeting with Bihar officials sparks rumours, govt issues clarification

Jan Suraaj founder and Bankipur MLA Prashant Kishor met Bihar's top officials, including Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit and DGP Vinay Kumar, triggering questions over the meeting. The Chief Secretary’s office later clarified that Pratyaya Amrit met Kishor in the “Visitor’s Room”, where other officials were already present. Kishor said issues concerning Patna were discussed during the meeting.
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01:44 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Influencer Manjeet Kaur dies 8 weeks after being abducted, tied to tree and set on fire

Chandigarh influencer Manjeet Kaur died at PGIMER nearly eight weeks after she was allegedly abducted. Her mother alleged two acquaintances called Manjeet on July 3, forced her into a car, tied her to a tree and set her ablaze in Punjab's Morinda. According to police sources, Manjeet had allegedly been in a live-in relationship with one of the suspects.
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01:41 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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PM Modi to meet Russian Prez Putin at SCO Summit in Kyrgyz Rep

PM Narendra Modi will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, Russia’s TASS news agency reported. This would be PM Modi and Putin’s 21st in-person meeting since 2014, when Modi became Prime Minister. Putin will also visit New Delhi from September 12-13 to attend the BRICS Summit.
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01:40 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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'Peptide Party' invite in Bengaluru sparks concerns; party cancelled after food body intervenes

Announcement of invite-only "Peptide Party" in Bengaluru sparked concerns online, which led to Food Safety and Drugs Administration's intervention. Anushka Singh, person associated with Upsurge Labs who announced the party, later said it has been cancelled. The party, which promised 'peptide tastings', raised concerns regarding the potential self-administration of complex chemical compounds.
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01:51 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Who are Indian American voters backing in 2026 US midterm elections?

Indian Americans are the largest Asian American group supporting Democrats in the upcoming US midterm elections, according to the 2026 Asian American Voter Survey. It revealed that among Indian-American voters, 66% supported Democratic Senate candidates, while 22% backed Republicans. For the House of Representatives, 66% backed Democratic candidates, compared with 18% who supported Republicans.
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02:14 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Manoj Jarange launches indefinite hunger strike over Maratha quota

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Saturday began an indefinite hunger strike demanding that the Maharashtra government immediately issue Kunbi caste certificates to the Maratha community based on 58 lakh identified Kunbi records. Jarange accused CM Devendra Fadnavis of holding a “grudge” against Maratha community. He also alleged that Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was quietly supporting Fadnavis.
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02:09 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Scented cleaning products create invisible air pollution: Study

Surface cleaners' fragrances react with indoor ozone to form nanoparticles at levels rivalling those of city traffic, a study found. "Importantly, cleaning removes viruses and bacteria from surfaces, but it can also generate invisible air pollution," a researcher said. "By the time you finish cleaning an indoor space, you've already formed a lot of nanoparticles and inhaled them," he added.
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02:00 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Salman's sister ties him rakhi in front of Jesus Christ painting, fans call video 'most secular'

Salman Khan’s sister Arpita Khan Sharma shared a video showing her performing aarti and tying him a rakhi on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Several fans noticed a Jesus Christ painting in the background and called it "the most secular video on the internet". "This video is literally what India represents in a true sense," a social media user commented.
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02:22 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Canada considering changing street named after Trump to Obama Avenue or Taco Avenue

Ottawa City Council has unanimously voted to start process of renaming Trump Avenue street. Among the proposed names are "Obama Avenue" and "TACO Avenue", with TACO standing for "Trump Always Chickens Out", a reference to his frequently changing policy positions. The move comes amid strained US-Canada ties after failed trade deal, with Trump renaming Lake Ontario as "Lake America".
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02:18 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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BJP Prez summons 3 party MPs who attended anti-Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar's prayer meet

BJP President Nitin Nabin has summoned party MPs Ramvir Bidhuri, Yogender Chandolia, and Kamaljeet Sehrawat after they went to 1984 anti-Sikh riots convict and ex-Congress MP Sajjan Kumar's house to attend a prayer meet after his demise. "They shouldn't have gone," Nabin said. Earlier, Congress MP Deepender Hooda was criticised for calling Kumar "a role model".
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02:33 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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8-yr-old boy who climbed trees to survive Nepal flash floods reunited with mother

Eight-year-old Zoyal Ghale, who ran into a forest and climbed trees to escape Nepal's deadly flash floods, was reunited with his mother, Matti Maya Tamang, on Friday. Ghale had been airlifted to a hospital from Rasuwa with a broken leg and cuts on his face. Tamang had already found her younger son alive as well.
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02:31 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Neeraj Chopra ruled out of Asian Games

Two-time Olympic medal-winning javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been ruled out of the upcoming Asian Games 2026. The 28-year-old, who won gold medals at the previous two Asian Games editions, sustained a ligament tear in his ankle during training. "After discussions with my doctor and team, we've decided that I will sit out the rest of this season," Chopra said.
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02:59 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Footage of Tibet floods removed from Chinese social media: Report

Several videos showing the scale of flooding and appeals for help in Tibet after flash floods have reportedly been removed from Chinese social media, a News18 report said. Official Chinese coverage has focused on rescue teams and directions issued by senior leaders. Nepal’s death toll crossed 600, compared with five reported in Tibet, despite thousands living near affected border areas.
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02:51 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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X finds 200,000-account network spreading anti-AI data centre posts

X has uncovered a network of 200,000 accounts, including 200 suspected inauthentic accounts posting content about AI data centres. The posts allegedly sought to influence debates over US AI and energy policy, highlighting concerns about electricity prices and power grids. The accounts also shared AI-generated cartoons portraying data centre operators as profiting while households bear the costs.
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02:47 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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Bangladesh to buy Chinese J-10 fighter jets, cites Operation Sindoor's example

Bangladesh is moving closer to buying 20 Chinese J-10CE fighter jets, with adviser to PM Tarique Rahman claiming their performance during Operation Sindoor helped tilt decision in China’s favour. He added they were cheaper than European jets such as Eurofighter Typhoon & Rafale. Pakistan had falsely claimed its Chinese-made J-10s shot down Indian aircraft, including Rafales, during the operation.
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03:13 pm Saturday, 29 August 2026

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