Washington DC [US], August 23, 2026; US President Donald Trump has reignited tensions with Canada after trade negotiations between Washington and Ottawa broke down, accusing the Canadian government of seeking the advantages of closer integration with the United States while maintaining its status as an independent country. In a post on Truth Social, Trump returned…
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London [UK], August 23, 2026; The University of London is exploring plans to establish an academic campus in Hyderabad, potentially opening new avenues for international education and research in Telangana. The development emerged during a high-level interaction between the Telangana Rising delegation and representatives of the University of London at Senate House in London. The…
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Colombo, August 23, 2026; India reached 88/2 at lunch on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka after losing both their opening batters during an encouraging first session for the hosts. India captain Shubman Gill was unbeaten on 13, while Devdutt Padikkal was not out on 11 as the pair ensured that…
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Hyderabad, August 23, 2026; A pre-release gathering for actor Yash’s upcoming film ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ turned chaotic in Hyderabad after a speaker structure collapsed, injuring several people at the venue. The incident occurred at Malla Reddy Group of Institutions in Medchal-Malkajgiri district, where a large crowd had assembled for the promotional event.…
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Mumbai, August 23, 2026; The music of Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, continues to hold a special place in the hearts of Bollywood music lovers. Although the celebrated playback singer passed away in 2022 at the age of 53, his distinctive voice and emotionally charged performances remain deeply connected with memories of love, friendship…
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New Delhi, August 23, 2026; Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal is scheduled to visit Brazil, Argentina and Chile from August 24 to 28 as India steps up efforts to expand and diversify its trade relations with South America. During the visit, Agrawal will lead discussions with Brazil and Argentina through Joint Trade Committee meetings, focusing on…
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Ahmedabad, August 23, 2026; India’s journey in space exploration has evolved from modest beginnings to global leadership, ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan said while addressing the third National Space Day celebrations in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Recalling the early years of India’s space programme, Narayanan said the country’s scientists once had to transport rocket components on…
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New Delhi, August 23, 2026; Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged India’s emerging space industry to build a globally competitive ecosystem by encouraging innovation, maintaining policy stability and attracting skilled professionals from across the world. Addressing CEOs and founders of 20 Indian space startups, Modi praised entrepreneurs for entering a sector that demands significant risk-taking…
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New Delhi, August 23, 2026; Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati has criticised the recent protest at Jantar Mantar seeking changes to the caste-based reservation system, arguing that any move that undermines the constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes would be against the national interest. In a statement shared on social…
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Bengaluru, August 23, 2026; Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani met Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar at the Chief Minister’s residence in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru, on Sunday. Adani arrived at Shivakumar’s residence for the meeting and left shortly afterwards. The Karnataka Chief Minister did not disclose details of the discussion, saying he would share information about the…
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