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AIFF seeks Supreme Court direction on ISL future

New Delhi The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has moved the Supreme Court, seeking clarity on the future structure of the Indian Super League (ISL), India’s top-tier football competition. The matter was heard on Monday after the Amicus Curiae brought it to the Court’s not

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Sports

IPL is priority, no favorite team: Anuj Rawat

New Delhi East Delhi Riders skipper Anuj Rawat has made it clear that his biggest goal is to play regularly in the Indian Premier League (IPL), calling it his top priority. While he sees the Gujarat Titans (GT) as a good option, Rawat stressed that he has no favourite franchis

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Sports

Gill named deputy, Bumrah back for Asia Cup

Mumbai Team India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025 was announced on Tuesday, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the side and Shubman Gill named as vice-captain. The announcement was made by skipper Suryakumar and chief selector Ajit Agarkar after the selection meeting, also attended b

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Business

Fitch Flags US Tariff Risks for Indian Firms

Mumbai Fitch Ratings has warned that while Indian companies face limited immediate exposure to the latest US tariff hikes, risks are growing across key sectors, particularly pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and oil. The agency said a US-India trade agreement would be critical in of

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Business

Indian Railways to Adopt Airport-Style Luggage Rules

New Delhi Indian Railways is introducing strict baggage regulations at select stations, adopting measures similar to air travel. Passengers will be required to weigh their luggage at electronic weighing machines, with penalties imposed for excess weight or oversized items, eve

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Business

Intel Secures $2bn Investment from Japan’s SoftBank

Intel has secured a $2 billion investment from Japan’s SoftBank, as the US government weighs taking a major stake in the chipmaker New York Intel has gained a significant lifeline with a $2 billion (£1.5bn) investment from Japan’s SoftBank, amid speculation that the US gove

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Business

China Supplied 26.6% of India’s Auto Component Imports in FY25

India sourced 26.6% of its $7.17 bn auto component imports from China in FY25. The government is boosting domestic production through PLI schemes and Make in India New Delhi India imported auto components worth $7,174.73 million in the financial year 2024-25 (FY25), of whic

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Business

India Temporarily Removes Cotton Import Duty

India has temporarily scrapped import duty on cotton to ease pressure on its garment industry, facing steep U.S. tariffs and rising costs New Delhi India has suspended import duties on cotton from August 19 to September 30, offering temporary relief to the garment industry,

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Bengaluru

Fit Fusion Fest & Coffee Rave Draws 2,000+ Bengalureans

Phoenix Mall of Asia Powers Bengaluru’s Youth Movement with Fitness, Coffee, and Music CH NewsPhoenix Mall of Asia transformed into the city’s ultimate lifestyle hub on August 17, hosting India’s biggest Fit Fusion Fest & Coffee Rave. The first-of-its-kind event brought togeth

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Karnataka

Onion, Green Gram Crops Hit by Rain-Induced Diseases

Director of the University of Horticultural Sciences, said that during heavy rainfall farmers must prevent water stagnation. Bagalkot The age-old saying that "agriculture in India is a gamble" is proving true yet again as heavy rains wreak havoc on crops in the district. C

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Karnataka

Traffic Suspended on Gangavathi-Kampli Bridge

KoppalWith over one lakh cusecs of water being released from the Tungabhadra reservoir, authorities have suspended traffic on the Gangavathi-Kampli bridge fearing submersion. Assistant Executive Engineer Vishwanath of the Public Works Department issued written instructions to

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Karnataka

Hubballi Airport Lacks Advisory Panel for a Year

Hubballi Hubballi Airport, one of India’s recognised green airports, has been functioning without an Airport Advisory Committee (AAC) for the past year, raising concerns among stakeholders. AACs, which include elected representatives, district officials, police, and members

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Karnataka

Mallakamba Should Flourish in Gadag Too: Krishnagouda H Patil

Gadag“Children should take up sports like Mallakamba, which enhance balance, strength, and self-confidence,” said Krishnagouda H Patil, District Youth Congress President, while inaugurating the Chalukya Mallakamba Academy at the District Indoor Stadium on Kalasapura Road. Pati

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Karnataka

Jarkiholi Backs Appanna Gowda Faction for Clean Governance

BelagaviMinister Satish Jarkiholi has called for supporting Appannagouda Patil’s faction in the upcoming Hukkeri Taluk Rural Electricity Cooperative Society elections, stressing the need for transparent and proactive governance. Speaking at a pre-election meeting at Nesari Gar

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News

Cleopatra: Power Beyond Beauty

Few figures in history have fascinated the world as much as Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty of Egypt. Popular imagination often reduces her to a symbol of beauty and seduction, but Cleopatra’s legacy goes far beyond appearances. She was a shrewd poli

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