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Gujarat UCC Bill gets President Murmu’s nod paving way for implementation

For Kolkata’s football fans, Brazil was love before first sight

The midnight rescue of Karachi's Mahatma Gandhi

As communal riots raged in 1948, a young Parsi and his friends secretly spirited away a life-size bronze Gandhi statue. Former Indian diplomat G Parthasarathy recounts how one of Pakistan's only two Bapu statues survived.

Six men with snakes caught asking money from passengers onboard Jansewa Express in Bihar

Tribal Minister, 20-Crore Plot, And A "General" Entry Row In Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh Minister Kedar Kashyap belongs to the Scheduled Tribe community. Yet, according to the documents being questioned, the category "General" appears in connection with the landholding.

PM Modi's Big "Salute" To Smit Machchhar's Parents, Praise For His Wife

During the phone call, PM Modi told Captain Machchhar that he has made 140 crore Indians proud with his courage.

Door-To-Door Campaign, Bus Yatra, Mega Rally: Akali Dal Gets Into Poll Mode

From October 6, Sukhbir Badal will lead a door-to-door campaign beginning from Attari, with simultaneous outreach planned across all 117 Assembly constituencies in Punjab.

Assam Launches Bamboo-Framed Bicycle On Gandhi Jayanti

Speaking to reporters, Himanta Biswa Sarma said the bamboo-framed bicycle was being introduced as a pilot project and would be developed under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) category.

North Carolina proposes restoring Roanoke River after 50 years of mill pollution

A new restoration strategy has been proposed to address the environmental impacts of the Plymouth Mill in North Carolina. This plan highlights essential actions such as conserving wetlands and restoring natural habitats along the lower Roanoke River. A significant portion, 760 acres of wetlands, will be preserved through a conservation deed. The initiative plans to utilize about $1.

Dallas extends deadline for $409m Bank of America Plaza redevelopment plan

Jamie Dimon warns Europe again: 'You may be losing,' offers a solution

Jamie Dimon has advocated for a groundbreaking free-trade agreement between the United States and Europe to boost economic progress. He insists Europe must implement essential economic and military reforms to enhance competitiveness. Dimon envisions that a united front among democratic nations can effectively tackle geopolitical challenges and establish global trade benchmarks while simultaneously strengthening the American economy and democratic partnerships.

Cornell Gang Rape Accused Told Different Stories To Cops: Report

The case raised questions about how law enforcement and the university initially responded after the woman, then 20, made a report to police a few weeks after the alleged incident occurred.

HDFC, Kotak Get Their Anups: Same Roots, But Very Different Challenges

Two of the country's biggest private banks -- HDFC and Kotak -- picked new chiefs on the same day. Both are named Anup. Both are Bengali.

Gold gets its festive shine back as lower prices lure Asian buyers

Recent declines in gold prices in India have sparked greater interest among physical buyers, leading to reduced discounts from sellers. With the festival season on the horizon, demand is likely to surge, particularly for jewelry. Similarly, Singapore reports increased buying activity, as evidenced by dealer inventories. Meanwhile, China is keeping a close eye on price fluctuations, experiencing high premiums for gold.

In 2010, Elon Musk funded 108 solar panels and battery backup for an Alabama centre

Elon Musk funded a 25-kilowatt solar project to help a community center in Coden, Alabama. The project was designed to provide electricity during emergencies, ensuring energy safety after disasters. It was installed at the South Bay Communities Alliance Hurricane Response Center, which aided recovery from Hurricane Katrina. SolarCity contributed to the installation and supported Musk's vision for energy independence.

‘I wanted to quit boxing’: Lovlina fights through tough year to script historic gold

Lovlina Borgohain celebrated her 29th birthday by winning gold at the Asian Games in Japan. She had previously considered quitting boxing after a disappointing performance at the Paris Olympics. Overcoming self-doubt and a year of challenges, Lovlina triumphed in the women's 75kg final against China's Ziyi Bao. This victory also marked the end of a 12-year wait for a female boxing champion from India.

Backup Execution Plans Are Common Across US States. They Don't Always Work

Twenty-seven states have capital punishment, and they vary widely in how they administer the death penalty and just how much of that lethal process they keep hidden from public view

Google sends its 'chips' to space in a refrigerator-sized satellite

Google has launched its AI chips into space for the first time under Project Suncatcher. A refrigerator-sized Planet Labs satellite carrying four Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) flew aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 to test whether AI data centres can run in orbit on solar power. The chips will run Google's Gemma AI model in 15-minute bursts, but the company says space-based data centres are at least five years from being cost-effective.

‘My wife is ill, I want to sleep with you’: UP school operator's video goes viral

Dinesh Rai, a private school operator in Kushinagar, was arrested due to a viral video. The video showed him making inappropriate comments to a female staff member. Rai allegedly suggested a physical relationship while referencing personal issues. Following the video's circulation, police registered a case against him under various sections of the law. Further legal action will be determined based on ongoing investigations and available evidence.

US Imposes Sanctions On Iran's Rail, Auto Sectors To Raise Economic Pressure

The sanctions are part of the department's "Operation Economic Outcast," announced August 24, which aims to cut Tehran's funding for the war, missile construction, cyberattacks and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps