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79 years ago, a man who had never visited India & knew little about its complex landscape drew a line that divided India and Pakistan

Radcliffe Line 1947: In 1947, British lawyer Sir Cyril Radcliffe chaired the boundary commissions that demarcated the Radcliffe Line, dividing the provinces of Punjab and Bengal between India and Pakistan during Partition. The boundary, drawn with religious and demographic considerations among the factors, triggered an unprecedented wave of mass migration…

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Promised 'smart village' tag in 2015, still waiting for basic roads & drainage in 2026: Greater Noida villagers now want to erase village’s old identity with a new name

Eleven years since being designated for a smart village program, residents of Sadullapur are still deprived of basic services. The inadequate state of roads and drainage has created significant challenges for villagers in their everyday lives. While some push for a name change to Bharatpur to attract development, others argue…

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Donald Trump shoots from Senate shoulders to punish Russia, by making India and China pay

The US Senate approved a bill allowing President Trump to impose tariffs. This legislation targets nations buying Russian oil and gas, including India. India faces potential 100% tariffs for its energy purchases from Russia. The bill grants the president discretion and includes exemption provisions for allies. This move could impact…

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FSSAI crackdown sends food, beverage firms back to drawing board

Amid heightened regulatory scrutiny, Indian food and beverage companies are taking steps to update product labels and advertising claims. Regulators are stepping up the enforcement of established standards on consumer items and alcoholic beverages, prompting companies to review their packaging and messaging. Some have even opted to contest regulatory actions…

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NEET paper leak 2026: How WhatsApp ‘watch’ message, Mygate app helped CBI crack case

A WhatsApp message initiated the CBI's investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Investigators used app logs and a WhatsApp group to track students and identify question setters. Chemistry professor PV Kulkarni allegedly shared questions after memorizing them from NTA preparations. Physics paper was leaked separately by another NTA panel…

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Viva con Agua helping in funding global water, sanitation, hygiene projects through sustainable business models

HAMBURG: Rising from FC St Pauli community, Viva con Agua (Water for all) has in the last two decades made a niche as Germany’ social businesses and not-for-profit organization, combining entrepreneurship with social and environmental impact. The organization has built a portfolio of purpose driven brands including mineral water, recycled…

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Air India Phuket flight turbulence: Why Indian flyers may face more rough flights and the one habit that can prevent serious injuries

The Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that suddenly dropped nearly 300 feet over Odisha and injured passengers and crew has renewed concerns about turbulence. With climate change potentially increasing turbulence over India, experts stress one simple precaution: passengers should keep their seat belts fastened whenever they are seated.

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This 100-house Gujarat village has 17 international chess players: How one teacher’s dream of turning needy kids into grandmasters is making India proud

A small village in Gujarat is buzzing with promise as the Mahisagar district administration embarks on establishing a government chess school aimed at fostering local talent. This new campus will deliver professional training, providing invaluable opportunities for rural youngsters passionate about chess. Notably, the initiative boasts sixteen FIDE-rated players, and…

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RBI allows gradual device restrictions for EMI defaults, eases recovery agent disclosure norms

The Reserve Bank of India will permit lenders to restrict devices bought on EMI financing. These restrictions will be gradual and only after a loan is significantly overdue. Incoming calls and emergency functions will remain accessible to borrowers. Disclosure requirements for recovery agents have also been eased by the central…

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Who is Bhawana Kanth? How a former TCS techie became India's first woman 'Top Gun' combat pilot

Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth earned the "Top Gun" title after completing a rigorous combat pilot course. Captain Shivani Sehrawat became the first woman officer appointed Aide-de-Camp to the Army chief. Kanth is among the first women fighter pilots commissioned into the Indian Air Force. She previously qualified for daytime combat…

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81% of Indian students plan to return home after studying abroad, survey finds

Most Indian students studying abroad plan to return home after their education. Nearly nine in ten respondents were first-generation overseas learners. Self-motivated applicants are steadily increasing, while family influence is declining. Postgraduate business and management programs remain the most popular choices. Google searches and education agents are key sources for…

The Economic Times

Superfood Moringa: No more bitter taste? Scientists find new ways to use every part of 'miracle tree' in cheela, muffins, cookies & more

Scientists are developing new food technologies using the moringa tree, with innovations that utilise nearly every part of the plant and help reduce food waste. Moringa kernels are processed into flour for use in various food products, while nutrient-rich seed cake, a residue left after oil extraction, is being incorporated…

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Second attempt: Trump takes another stab at birthright citizenship

The TOI correspondent from Washington : Barely six weeks after the US Supreme Court dealt him a major constitutional defeat, President Donald Trump reopened one of America's fiercest immigration battles, signing two new executive orders that seek to chip away at birthright citizenship through narrower legal avenues rather than a…

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Nearly 200 deaths linked to weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro in the UK

UK health authorities have recorded almost 200 fatalities linked to the anti-obesity medications Mounjaro and Wegovy. These drugs have been associated with more than 150,000 adverse effects. Notably, semaglutide, which is marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy, accounts for 59 deaths, while tirzepatide, known as Mounjaro, has resulted in 120 deaths…

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Missile impossible: Trump's Iran war runs into dwindling arsenal?

TOI Correspondent from Washington : A reported clash between Donald Trump and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over dwindling stock of missiles and munitions that purportedly led to the U.S President calling off “the biggest attack since World War II” on Iran has briefly eclipsed the war itself.

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New York recycled almost 5,000 discarded toilets into artificial oyster reefs beneath Jamaica Bay instead of sending them to landfill; know why

New York City repurposed nearly five thousand old toilets into artificial reef structures. These porcelain fixtures now provide a base for juvenile oyster growth in Jamaica Bay. Oyster reefs are vital for filtering pollutants and improving water quality in New York Harbour. Decades of pollution and overfishing had previously destroyed…

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No high-tech lab, just bedroom experiments: How 17-year-old Hiten Dharpure built world's smallest robotic arm & made Guinness history

Hiten Dharpure, a talented teenager from Nagpur, has made waves by achieving a Guinness World Record for his incredibly small robotic arm, measuring just 39.25 mm. This intricate device performs remarkably precise movements. In addition to this feat, Hiten also holds the record for the smallest AI weather station and…

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In 1943, wealthy gold miner's daughter became spy at just 16: How INA's 'youngest' operative disguised herself as a boy to gather intelligence from the British

Saraswathi Rajamani joined the Indian National Army at sixteen years old. She disguised herself as a boy named Mani for espionage missions. Rajamani rescued a captured spy by entering a British camp as a dancer. She later donated her jewels and managed family mines for the cause. Her courage and…

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From UAE to India: Woman accused in Rs 88 crore investment scam extradited after global manhunt & INTERPOL Red Notice

Vishakha Rathod, implicated in an Rs 88 crore investment fraud scheme, has been extradited from the UAE following the issuance of an INTERPOL Red Notice. The Pune Police are actively investigating the case, which surfaced in 2023, after investors were lured with the promise of fixed monthly returns. Law enforcement…

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America edges towards first Muslim Senator as Michigan backs progressive rebel

TOI correspondent from Washington: The United States is edging towards its first ever Muslim Senator after Abdul El-Sayed, an Egyptian-American physician, Rhodes scholar, podcaster and progressive insurgent, defeated the Democratic establishment backed four-term Representative Haley Stevens in one of the most closely watched and bitterly fought primaries of the 2026…

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'Won't leave him behind': Against all odds, Purja’s ‘formidable rival’ brings his body back to Broad Peak base camp

As bad weather grounded choppers & most rescuers returned, compatriot climber Mingma G Sherpa's team trekked to site

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Trains to go near India-China-Bhutan tri-junction as Bengal fast-tracks land acquisition for key projects near Doklam

The West Bengal government has given the green light for expedited land acquisition for a significant railway initiative. This action will hasten the development of the Chalsa-Naxalbari railway line, a project of strategic importance that will enhance connectivity in the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction area. Following the monsoon, a joint survey by…

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For the first time, Maharashtra lets homeopathy doctors prescribe modern medicines; IMA calls strike, warns of bigger agitation

Maharashtra has made a groundbreaking decision, permitting homeopathy practitioners to prescribe conventional medicines after completing a designated training program. This change has sparked widespread protests by medical associations, voicing their worries about patient safety and medical standards. Conversely, homeopathic doctors view this as a long-sought achievement. The Maharashtra Medical Council…

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MAGA level score against samba as US and Brazil play diplomatic football

The TOI correspondent from Washington : If you think ties between the US and India are shaky, the diplomatic world is shuddering at developments between Washington and Brasília. In a profession where glad-handling and bear hugs, pomp and ceremony, communiques and agreements are the routine between friendly countries, the United…

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