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Iran Outlines Terms for Sharing Control of Strait of Hormuz with Oman

Iran and Oman are in ongoing negotiations over a potential agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping waterway. Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced that both countries had reached an understanding on sharing control of the strait and its revenues. However, a senior source clarified on Wednesday that the two sides are still working through the finer details of the deal. The discussions signal Iran's willingness to establish a framework for managing one of the world's most strategically important maritime passages.

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT ads in India with 50+ brands, self-serve tool from Sept 4

OpenAI has rolled out an advertising product on ChatGPT in India, with over 50 brands already on board. A self-serve ads manager will become available to businesses starting September 4, allowing campaigns with daily budgets as low as Rs 725. The low entry cost is expected to make the platform accessible to smaller advertisers, not just large corporations. An OpenAI spokesperson indicated that early advertiser interest is anticipated across sectors including travel, financial services, retail, and health and beauty.

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India's Petroleum Product Exports Rise 8% in July, Diesel Leads Surge

India's total petroleum product exports grew from 5 million tonnes (MT) to 5.5 MT in July 2023 compared to the same month last year, according to government data. Diesel exports specifically climbed from 2.2 MT to 2.4 MT over the same period. The strong export performance is driven by diesel currently fetching a premium of nearly 70% over crude oil prices, making overseas sales highly profitable for Indian refiners. Despite the government imposing a windfall gains tax to safeguard domestic fuel supplies, refiners have continued to find exports financially attractive. The data highlights India's growing role as a significant exporter of refined petroleum products in the global market.

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PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with Putin on SCO Summit Sidelines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. This will be their first bilateral meeting since Putin visited India in December 2025 for the annual India-Russia summit. The meeting follows External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's recent trip to Moscow, where he attended the 27th India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation. During that visit, Jaishankar also held a separate meeting with President Putin. The upcoming Modi-Putin talks are expected to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

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Ukraine Urges Kherson Civilians to Evacuate Amid Escalating Russian Attacks

Ukrainian authorities have called on residents of Kherson to leave the area as Russian attacks on the region intensify. Both Russia and Ukraine have been escalating long-range strikes over recent months. The strikes have increasingly focused on civilian infrastructure, including logistics warehouses, oil facilities, and ports. The situation signals a broader pattern of infrastructure-targeting warfare affecting populated areas.

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NDRF: Nepal Flash Floods Show No Adverse Impact on Indian Territory So Far

India's National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has confirmed that flash floods devastating Nepal have not caused adverse effects on the Indian side as of now. NDRF Inspector General Narendra Bundela made the statement during a media briefing, while acknowledging massive destruction in Nepal, with hundreds missing including Indian tourists. As a precautionary measure, 20 NDRF teams have been deployed across Uttar Pradesh and Bihar to handle potential flooding and waterlogging. Eleven teams are positioned in Uttar Pradesh, including one in Kushinagar district near Gorakhpur, while the remaining nine are stationed in Bihar. The deployments are intended to support evacuation, relief, and rescue operations should the situation escalate on the Indian side.

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X Restores AHEAD Forum Account Hours After Blocking It Ahead of Bhagwat Event

The Twitter/X account of the American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue (AHEAD Forum) was suspended on Wednesday, three days before RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's scheduled address at Madison Square Garden's Infosys Theatre in New York. The organisation sought restoration of its handle, @AheadForum1, stating the suspension likely occurred in error. AHEAD Forum described its communications as focused on universal peace, harmony, and interfaith dialogue. X restored the account within hours of the suspension. No public evidence has emerged connecting the platform's action to ongoing protests surrounding the event.

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BJP launches 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' website to fact-check Rahul Gandhi's claims

The BJP has launched a website called 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' aimed at countering what the party describes as false statements made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. BJP spokesperson Anil Banluni stated that every claim made by Rahul Gandhi would be challenged with facts through the platform. Party leader Sudhanshu Trivedi accused Gandhi of being driven by frustration and envy toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trivedi further claimed that Gandhi's statements are being systematically exposed by the party.

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PM urges youth to choose playgrounds over screens at Khelo India dialogue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Khelo India dialogue, urging Indian youth to prioritise physical sports over screen-based entertainment like video games. He stressed that sports centres and playgrounds hold greater importance than digital leisure for the country's youth. Modi expressed concern over India's lack of participation in nearly half of all Olympic sports disciplines. To address this gap, he announced a talent hunt initiative targeting children between the ages of 5 and 15 years.

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India to Hire Third-Party Auditor for National Highway and Expressway Inspections

The Indian government is planning to engage an independent third-party auditor to inspect national highways and expressways across the country. The move comes in response to a growing number of reported deficiencies in national highway projects, which have drawn public criticism in recent years. Engineers India Limited (EIL) previously performed a similar quality-check role during the construction of the Golden Quadrilateral, India's first major highway development initiative. That flagship programme was launched under former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The latest initiative signals the government's intent to improve quality control and accountability in highway infrastructure development.

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Parliament reconvening possible as delimitation bill awaits passage, hints Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has hinted at the possibility of Parliament being reconvened, drawing attention to a pending constitutional amendment bill on delimitation. The proposed legislation aims to implement delimitation from 2029, which would include a 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats. Rijiju stopped short of confirming an immediate special session but noted that Parliament has historically been reconvened when a session was not formally prorogued. The monsoon session, which concluded on August 13, has not yet been prorogued, keeping the door open for a recall. No official announcement on the timing or agenda of any reconvened session has been made.

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BPCL Chief Hints at E10 Petrol Review, Then Denies Being Quoted Correctly

BPCL's Chairman and Managing Director suggested the company was exploring various aspects of the ethanol blending programme, without confirming any final decision. His remarks were widely interpreted as indicating that E10 petrol — a lower ethanol blend — was being considered as an option. However, within hours, the company issued a clarification stating that the CMD had been misquoted. BPCL asserted that E10 is not under consideration, distancing itself from the earlier interpretation of his comments. The episode drew attention given BPCL's role as the leading coordinator of India's ethanol blending programme.

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Oklahoma woman's power bill hits $1,373, residents demand heat shutoff protections

An Oklahoma woman named Raelynn McMurchy received an electricity bill of $1,373, roughly double her usual amount, amid a brutal summer heatwave. The staggering charge, which exceeded her monthly rent, has sparked a petition and broader calls for policy reform. Oklahoma's utility provider has been disconnecting customers at high rates, straining local charities that offer emergency financial assistance. Residents are urging authorities to introduce stronger protections against power shutoffs during extreme heat periods.

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Nepal Floods: 392 Dead, 910 Missing Including 288 Uncontactable Indians

Devastating floods in Nepal have killed at least 392 people, according to the latest figures from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. A total of 910 people are currently missing or uncontactable in the country, among whom India's Ministry of External Affairs has identified 288 Indian nationals as unreachable as of Thursday evening. Nepal has not provided a nationality-wise breakdown of fatalities, leaving the death toll among Indian citizens unconfirmed. Across the border in Tibet, Chinese authorities separately reported 558 people missing as of Thursday morning.

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US First Tribal Land Medical School to Open in Arizona in 2027 with Full Scholarships

The University of Arizona and Gila River Health Care have announced plans to open the first MD-granting medical school branch located on sovereign Tribal Nation land in Sacaton, Arizona. The institution is set to welcome its inaugural students in 2027. Each year, ten students will be admitted to the three-year program, with all of them receiving full tuition scholarships. The initiative is designed to tackle persistent physician shortages in the region and expand healthcare access for underserved communities.

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Albany restores 1,500 ft of buried Patroon Creek to boost flood protection

Engineers in Albany, New York, undertook a daylighting project to restore Patroon Creek by uncovering approximately 1,500 feet of its previously buried channel. The restoration re-established the creek's natural flow and created new green spaces in surrounding neighborhoods. Post-restoration monitoring confirmed that the creek can handle heavy rainfall more effectively than the old underground pipe it replaced. The project also addressed water quality issues and improved conditions for aquatic life. Beyond environmental benefits, the revitalized creek now offers recreational spaces for the local community.

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Faridabad Mother Arrested for Attacking Toddler Son With Paper Cutter

A mother in Faridabad, Haryana, has been arrested after allegedly using a paper cutter to inflict serious neck injuries on her two-year-old son. The child received timely medical attention and is currently recovering from his injuries. The incident came to light after the child's father reported the matter to local police. Investigators found that the mother had been under severe stress related to her childcare responsibilities. She has been charged with attempted murder following the incident.

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Ohio couple's 3-decade effort to preserve Idora Park leads to $11.5M museum plan

A museum dedicated to Youngstown's historic Idora Park has reached a key milestone as exterior construction work is now complete. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is moving into the interior design phase of the project. The museum will display a wide range of artifacts collected over three decades by a dedicated Ohio couple. Fundraising efforts are ongoing to meet the project's $11.5 million financial target. The initiative aims to preserve and celebrate Youngstown's cultural heritage through the legacy of the defunct amusement park.

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Trump Signals Possible US Sanctions on Chinese Banks Tied to Iran Trade

US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of imposing sanctions on Chinese banks over their financial links to Iran. China remains Iran's largest trading partner, with oil trade forming a significant part of their economic relationship. Chinese financial institutions have continued to process payments connected to trade between the two countries. The potential sanctions signal growing US pressure on Beijing to curtail its economic engagement with Tehran.

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Removal of 128-Year-Old Dam Restores Natural Creek Channel in Pennsylvania

The Nature Conservancy has successfully removed the O'Connor Reservoir dam, originally built in the late 1800s, allowing Sterry Creek to return to its natural course. Workers lowered the reservoir's water levels and excavated the embankment to complete the project. The removal eliminated the need for a costly artificial channel while improving local water quality. The project also restored a natural floodplain and reconnected stream habitats to the broader Lackawanna River watershed.

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