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Noida Airport is up and running, but the big traffic switch is yet to come

Noida International Airport is experiencing a slower operational start than anticipated. This is due to competition from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Connectivity issues and weak airline capacity also contribute to the challenges. The airport developer remains confident in its long-term growth potential. International services are expected to expand in…

The Economic Times

In 1978, Richard Branson bought a bare 74-acre Caribbean island for $180,000; it now shelters more than 140 animal species, including breeding lemurs and giant tortoises

In 1978, Richard Branson acquired Necker Island, which was nothing more than raw, undeveloped land at the time. Through the implementation of a dedicated conservation program, he has nurtured this paradise into a vibrant sanctuary. Today, more than 140 species thrive, including iconic flagship animals such as giant tortoises and…

The Times of India

Vietnam's export triumph: How a small nation beat China and India to become America's top trade partner

Vietnam now leads all nations in its trade surplus with the United States. This significant shift occurred during the first half of the year 2026. Vietnam's surplus reached $114 billion, surpassing China and Mexico. This growth stems from economic reforms initiated in the 1980s and a "China plus one" strategy.…

The Economic Times

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Delivery boy returned hours later with a knife after changing clothes to rob two women, knowing the house didn't have a man; ran away with gold jewels

A Faridabad delivery boy allegedly returned two hours after making a parcel delivery in changed clothes and carrying a knife to rob a woman and her elderly mother-in-law. Police said repeated visits helped him learn the house had no man, while a recce helped him plan the robbery, The Times…

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Nepal fights time, terrain to save 500 feared trapped in six hydro projects

Nepalese rescue operations are currently challenged by harsh weather and rugged terrain as teams strive to reach over 500 individuals trapped in six hydro-power sites impacted by flash floods. The Nepalese army and armed police are on the ground conducting rescue missions, yet inclement conditions and accessibility issues pose significant…

The Times of India

Samay Raina's India's Got Latent courts controversy again, this time over jokes on Biharis, Kashmiri Pandits

Comedian Samay Raina is facing criticism for remarks made about people from Bihar and Kashmiri Pandits. Clips of the exchange from India's Got Latent, Season 2, circulated widely on social media. BJP MLA Ram Kadam condemned the statements, calling them attention-seeking and disrespectful. Reactions from the Kashmiri Pandit community were…

The Economic Times

Is India prepared for the next Glacial Lake Outburst Flood? Nepal catastrophe brings 200 high-risk lakes in focus

Nepal’s deadly glacial disaster has renewed scrutiny of India’s preparedness for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods, with around 200 high-risk glacial lakes identified across the Himalayas. A government survey has mapped about 7,500 glacial lakes, including 4,700 in the Ganga basin, while experts urge faster monitoring, warnings and mitigation.

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A unique 11,000-year-old statue of a human sitting on a leopard was unearthed at Karahantepe

Archaeologists excavating Karahantepe, a Neolithic site in southeastern Türkiye's Şanlıurfa province, have uncovered a 70-centimetre-high stone sculpture showing a human figure seated on the back of a leopard. The discovery was announced on August 25, 2026, by Türkiye's Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy as part of the…

The Times of India

Trump discovers two more things he can rename - Lakes, and his place in history

The TOI correspondent from Washington : In what was widely seen as part trolling and part wishful fantasy, MAGA supremo Donald Trump on Friday declared himself in a social media post to be the “greatest” president in US history, ahead of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt and others (who…

The Times of India

Bihar govt accepts key demands, teacher aspirants call off 10-day hunger strike

Bihar government will conduct the Teacher Recruitment Examination in a single phase. The preliminary and mains stages have been scrapped, and "One Candidate, One Result" is accepted. A special committee will review examination reforms and hear student grievances. The government also established a "Student Assistance Portal" for quick complaint redressal.…

The Economic Times

Rock-ice avalanches: The silent Himalayan killer behind Nepal's deadly flood

Recent floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district highlight rock-ice avalanches. These events, which can trigger destructive downstream floods, are becoming more frequent. Scientists are investigating a recent rock-ice avalanche as the cause of the August 26 flood. Similar incidents, like the 2021 Chamoli disaster, have caused significant loss of life. Climate…

The Economic Times

American eagle vs Canadian goose: How a Goan photographer's US retreat was edited out

The White House shared an image of a bald eagle attacking a Canadian goose. This photograph was intended to symbolise American dominance in trade negotiations. However, the actual wildlife event showed the goose fighting back successfully. The eagle eventually abandoned its pursuit, and the image backfired diplomatically. This incident highlights…

The Times of India

US citizenship applicants face renewed neighbourhood scrutiny under new USCIS guidance

Those applying for US citizenship could face scrutiny from their neighbours, co-workers and wider communities as the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has formally laid out how it will conduct neighbourhood investigations during the naturalisation (citizenship) process.

The Times of India

Onion prices may rise further? 30% of Centre’s buffer stock damaged, Kanda Express sent to Delhi as kharif crop faces delay

India's summer onion buffer stock has suffered considerable setbacks due to unexpected rainfall, leading to roughly thirty percent of onions rotting or sprouting. This spoilage threatens to disrupt market supply and hike prices. To alleviate the situation, special trains are now delivering onions to key cities at subsidized costs. Additionally,…

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Wife doesn't have to obey husband at home: 'No need to do household chores or care for in-laws', says Karnataka HC

The Karnataka High Court has said a husband cannot force his wife to perform household chores, care for his parents or seek permission to visit her own parents. The court stressed equality within marriage, said caring for in-laws must remain voluntary and upheld Rs 9,000 monthly maintenance for the wife…

The Economic Times

Meta’s $17.1 billion settlement puts Instagram and Facebook on a digital bedtime

Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle a multistate lawsuit alleging Facebook and Instagram were designed to hook children, while introducing stricter controls for U.S. teenagers, including screen-time limits, overnight restrictions, reduced notifications, stronger parental controls and non-personalised feeds, according to ToI correspondent Chidanand Rajghatta’s report.

The Times of India

'The Toilet Kid': 9-year-old Washington boy collects toilet seats, tests their flushes and has turned his backyard into a giant toilet testing station

A 9-year-old boy from Washington has become an unlikely social media sensation thanks to a childhood hobby that is anything but ordinary. Known online as “The Toilet Kid”, Damian has developed a fascination with toilets, toilet seats and household appliances, turning his interest into a hands-on backyard project. Rather than…

The Economic Times

Three Telugu students on their way to work killed in Florida road crash; families seek govt help

Three students from the Telugu states died in a Florida road accident. Their car crashed into a tree while they traveled to their workplaces. One student, N Rahul, died later in the hospital after the crash. Rahul's father appealed to the state government for help. His family had last spoken…

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Captive buyouts: Are IT cos scaling up or skilling up?

Indian IT companies are buying client technology units to secure larger partnerships. This strategy aims to boost contract values as organic growth slows down. TCS, Wipro, and HCLTech have recently made significant acquisitions. These deals involve acquiring intellectual property and engineering talent. This trend revives a past strategy of acquiring…

The Economic Times

Sugar shortage bites: Retailers cap purchases, prices surge 29% ahead of Raksha Bandhan

Major retailers are limiting sugar purchases to three kilograms per customer. Quick commerce platforms also restrict sugar sales to a few packs. This comes as sugar supplies tighten before the Raksha Bandhan festival. Government-approved raw sugar imports aim to ease the tight stock situation. Prices have risen significantly and are…

The Times of India

Meta-morphosis: FB puts kids on digital detox after coughing up $ 17.1 billion in settlement

The TOI correspondent from Washington : For years, Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok, YouTube and other social media majors have laid out something like an all-you-can-eat binge buffet for teenagers: unlimited scrolling, notifications at all hours, and a boundless appetite for engagement.

The Economic Times

Your traffic challan stuck for months? Delhi may soon offer an easy way to clear it

Delhi is considering empowering nearly 700 officials to dispose of traffic challans as part of an effort to tackle a backlog of more than four crore pending cases. Sub-divisional magistrates and tehsildars may soon be authorised to handle certain challan disputes. The proposed system would give motorists a more convenient…

The Economic Times

Rs 21 crore awarded to families of 2 HUL managers killed in 2018 Mumbai-Goa highway accident

A Motor Accident Claims Tribunal awarded twenty-one crore rupees to two families. This compensation was for two Hindustan Unilever managers who died in a road accident. The tribunal reaffirmed that a widow's income does not affect her claim rights. The court rejected the insurer's arguments regarding negligence and employer payments.…

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Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala leads opium for weapons smuggling racket into Canada via Delhi

Crime branch uncovered a drug racket using opium for weapons in Canada. Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill led this smuggling network. Opium was exchanged for weapons smuggled across the Punjab border. Four traffickers were arrested after seizing over 5,800 grams of opium. This operation financed the activities of the Khalistan…

The Economic Times

Delhi's Reclaimed Water Policy: Farmhouses to pay ₹10,000/acre monthly for treated water use

Delhi plans to charge farmhouses ₹10,000 monthly for treated water use. Construction sites over 500 sqm must use reclaimed water for dust suppression. The policy aims for 100% reclaimed water use for non-potable needs by 2036. This initiative seeks to reduce groundwater extraction significantly. A master plan and ADB funding…

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