Trevor Noah cancels his first ever show in Bengaluru

Comedian Trevor Noah has to cancel Bengaluru show due to acoustic issues

September 27, 2023 at 10:22PM

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US woman meets her saviour in Lucknow

Mahogany and her friend Christopher reached the home of septuagenarian Sunita Nigam in Lucknow on Wednesday afternoon. Sunita is the former superintendent of the children’s shelter home, Lilawati Bal Griha, in the city's Aishbagh area.

September 27, 2023 at 11:59PM

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A house built by one man, with mud and perseverance

Irfan Ahmed, a tailor by training, spent 13 years building a mud house in Hardoi’s Bibwikhera, Uttar Pradesh. Using only a spade, straw, twigs, and mud, Ahmed constructed a two-storey underground house with skylights for natural lighting. The house is now a local attraction and provides a cool getaway from the summer heat.

September 27, 2023 at 02:26AM

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Lashkar millitant, 5 terrorist associates arrested in Baramulla

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested an active terrorist of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and five terrorist associates, including two women and a juvenile, for their involvement in a cross-border arms smuggling racket. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, including grenades and pistols, was seized from their possession.

September 27, 2023 at 12:46AM

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Waheeda

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen as the recipient of the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest film honor. Rehman, known for her beauty and acting skills, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, and the timing of the award coincided with the birth centenary of her co-star Dev Anand, with whom she frequently collaborated.

September 27, 2023 at 12:25AM

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Hanging Garden to close down in a phased manner for up to 7 yrs

The iconic Hanging Gardens of Mumbai may be destroyed to make way for the reconstruction of a reservoir underneath. The plan, estimated to take up to seven years, involves demolishing and rebuilding the reservoir, as well as cutting down and transplanting around 350 trees.

September 26, 2023 at 03:31AM

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Most Indians are overdosing on salt by 3 grams, says study

A study published in the journal Nature Portfolio reveals that the average Indian consumes 8g of salt daily, exceeding the recommended daily limit of 5g. The study, based on a sample survey, found that men, employed individuals, tobacco users, obese individuals, and those with raised blood pressure had higher salt intake.

September 26, 2023 at 01:41AM

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Ukraine: Attack on Russian navy HQ killed 34, including fleet commander

The missile strike that blasted the Crimean headquarters of Russia’s navy last week killed 34 officers, including the fleet commander, Ukraine said Monday, though it provided no evidence to support its claim. Ukraine’s Special Operation Forces said on the Telegram messaging app that its strike on the main building of the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in the port city of Sevastopol had wounded 105 people.

September 26, 2023 at 12:47AM

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FCRA registered NGOs will have to give details of assets created using foreign funds

NGOs registered under the FCRA in India will now be required to disclose details of movable and immovable assets created using foreign funds. This requirement was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs through a gazette notification. The ministry also extended the validity of FCRA licenses until March 2024 for entities whose licenses were expiring on September 30.

September 26, 2023 at 12:10AM

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RBI may let wilful defaulters shed label after settlement

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft master direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters, allowing borrowers to remove the tag by reaching a compromise settlement with banks. The new rules aim to provide a transparent procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters while complying with the principles of natural justice. However, some criminal cases may lose ground as a result.

September 25, 2023 at 12:47AM

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