MCOCA slapped on Chintalwar, gang members
Rohits future, ODI roadmap to 2027 World Cup and recent setbacks on agenda at BCCI meeting
Stalwarts career, ODI team and the teams poor performances in Ireland and England to be discussed as Indian crickets top brass meets on September 3 in Mumbai.
Five-hour rescue ends in triumph; boy pulled safely from 400-foot borewell in Alwar
Butoli, Alwar, Sep 1 (IANS) In a dramatic rescue operation lasting nearly five hours, a nine-year-old boy, Bhanu, was safely pulled out of a borewell in Butoli village of Rajasthans Alwar district on Monday night. The successful rescue brought immense relief and joy to hundreds of villagers, police and administrative officials, and rescue team members []
9-Year-Old Rescued from 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Udaipur Kiran, September 1: A major tragedy was averted in the Butoli village of the Laxmangarh area in Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday when a 9-year-old boy, Bhanu, fell into a 400-foot deep borewell while chasing a kite. After a grueling rescue operation that lasted nearly five hours, he was safely pulled out, bringing immense ... Read more 9-Year-Old Rescued from 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Boy falls down Alwar borewell, rescue efforts on
9-Year-Old Rescued After Falling into 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Alwar, September 1: A major tragedy was averted in the Butoli village of the Laxmangarh area in Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday. A 9-year-old boy named Bhanu fell into a 400-foot deep borewell while chasing a kite. Fortunately, after a grueling five-hour rescue operation, he was safely retrieved, bringing immense relief and joy to the ... Read more 9-Year-Old Rescued After Falling into 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Tragic Incident in Alwar: Child Falls into Open Borewell While Chasing Kite
Alwar, August 31: A tragic incident occurred in the Buttoli village of Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday evening. A 10-year-old boy named Bhanu fell into an open borewell while running to collect a fallen kite. The child is trapped approximately 50 to 55 feet deep. Fortunately, initial reports indicate that he is safe, as rescuers ... Read more Tragic Incident in Alwar: Child Falls into Open Borewell While Chasing Kite
Habitual drug peddler detained under PIT-NDPS Act in J-K's Doda
Jammu, Aug 31: A habitual drug peddler was detained under stringent PIT-NDPS Act in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Monday, police said. In a related development, four peddlers were also arrested in Reasi district following recovery of over 10 grams of heroin during the day, the police said. Imtiaz Ahmad, a habitual drug offender, was detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act in Doda district, a police spokesperson said. He said Ahmad has previously been involved in two NDPS cases registered at the Doda Police Station in 2022 and 2025. Despite having been granted bail in these cases, preventive detention proceedings were initiated against him in accordance with law to prevent his involvement in activities prejudicial to the efforts against illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, the spokesperson said. After receipt of the detention order from the competent authority and completion of the requisite legal formalities, he said a police team executed the detention order and lodged the detenue in Central Jail Kot Bhalwal in Jammu under the provisions of the PIT-NDPS Act. In Reasi district, the spokesman said police intercepted a vehicle at Talwara arrested three peddlers -- Krishan Paul Singh, Romesh Singh and Vipan Singh -- following recovery of 6.78 grams of heroin. Another drug peddler, Deepak Kumar was arrested at Satyalta Junction near IRP Chowk in Reasi, he said. Kumar's search led to the recovery of 4.50 grams of heroin, the spokesman said, adding he is a habitual offender and is found to be involved in two NDPS cases in the past.
BJP Faces Rebellion in Alwar Ahead of Municipal Elections
Jaipur, August 31: In a significant political upheaval, two out of four division presidents of the BJP in Alwar have resigned along with their executive committees. This move comes ahead of the municipal council elections in Rajasthan, with the resignations submitted to district president Ashok Gupta. Of the 65 wards in Alwar, 33 fall under ... Read more BJP Faces Rebellion in Alwar Ahead of Municipal Elections
Fake porn apps target Facebook, Instagram users; malware can hijack phones, steal money
The Cybercrime Unit is sounding alarms about a new wave of financial scams connected to Android apps, portraying porn apps. These apps pop up in Facebook and Instagram ads with names like Night Play, Reloop, Kyss, Vimo, Rivo, Nexo, Vixa, and a bunch of others. Its all slick marketing once you click, you are sent to a shady website and asked to download an APK file.
Tamil Nadu Trims MK Stalin's Security Cover From Z+ to Z Following a Security Review
The revision has trimmed his total security strength from 54 to 34 personnel, reducing the number of round-the-clock commandos and static guards deployed at his Cenotaph Road residence in Alwarpet
Congress Hits Back at Former Ally DMK for Hypocrisy Over Nehru, Ambedkar Omission
Former DMK MLA and the party's legal wing joint secretary E Paranthaman had on Saturday lashed out at the Tamil Nadu government for excluding key ideological stalwarts--EV Periyar, Ambedkar, and Nehru from the official policy note of the Backward Classes and Most Backward Classes Welfare Department
Hyderabad Set For Golconda Masters Golf
The top Indian professionals in the fray include Saptak Talwar, Honey Baisoya, Veer Ahlawat, Rashid Khan, Akshay Sharma and Om Prakash Chouhan, to name a few.
Telangana Golconda Masters To Tee Off On September 1 In Hyderabad
Top Indian professionals, including Saptak Talwar, Veer Ahlawat and Rashid Khan, will be in action for the Telangana Golconda Masters to be held at the Hyderabad Golf Association.
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital launches World's First Pinhole Pupilloplasty (PPP) Centre
At its flagship facility at Alwarpet, Chennai
Shadows of the Classrooms Past: A Memory of Islamia High School
In the quiet corridors of memory, childhood experiences often retain their vivid colours, unblemished by the passage of decades. For those of us who spent our formative years in Srinagar during the mid-20th century, school was not merely a centre for academic instruction; it was a strictly regulated crucible of discipline, spiritual routine, and community life. The prestigious Islamia High School in Srinagar stood as a prominent seat of learning. Situated near the magnificent Jamia Masjid in Nowhattaa 600-year-old architectural marvel originally commissioned in 1394 CE by Sultan Sikandar Shah Mirithe school was deeply intertwined with the cultural and spiritual rhythm of the historic city. Every afternoon during the lunch break, the school administration ensured that students, particularly those living in neighbouring localities, gathered at the historic mosque to offer their Zuhr (midday) prayers. Remarkably, oversight at the grand gates of Jamia Masjid was entrusted to our dedicated Kashmiri Pandit teachers. With meticulous care, they would stand at the entrance to take our attendance. They were deeply affectionate, nurturing, and devoted educators whose warmth balanced the rigour of school life. Their dedication remains an enduring symbol of the harmony and mutual respect that defined our upbringing. May those noble souls who have passed on rest in eternal peace. Aameen. Yet, inside the school walls, religious discipline was enforced with uncompromising severity by our theology teacher, Molvi Noor-ud-Din, alias Chanta. Dressed impeccably in his traditional shalwar kameez, Molvi Sahib believed in an unyielding regimen. Missing prayers deliberately was considered a grave infraction, dealt with through harsh corporal punishment. Students found absent were subjected to severe lashing with a thick tree brancha brutal deterrent intended to ensure the mistake was never repeated. During my time in Class 6th, my classmate Gulzar Ahmad Gujri and I fell victim to this harsh discipline. The punishment was so severe that my young body gave way; I collapsed and remained unconscious for hours. What followed were days of high fever, intense shivering, and a slow, painful recovery. Seeing my plight, my parents were reduced to tears, and my fathers patience understandably broke. Learning of my fathers outrage, Molvi Noor-ud-Din went into hiding for seven full days to avoid a confrontation. The impasse was eventually resolved through the wise and gentle intervention of our revered Principal, Mufti Ghulam-ud-Din Sahiba distinguished scholar and the father of the eminent paediatrician Dr. Altaf. Principal Mufti Sahib stepped in with immense tact, offering sincere apologies on behalf of the institution and restoring peace between the families. Nevertheless, the ordeal altered the course of my schooling. To protect me from further harshness, my parents withdrew me from Islamia High School and enrolled me in DAV High School, Srinagar. While the transfer brought a safer environment, it also meant parting ways with many of my childhood companions. Reflecting on those years today brings a sharp contrast between generations. Could a student of the present generation endure such extreme measures? How would modern parents react to such corporal severity? The educational landscape has evolved, yet the psychological scars of that era run deepso much so that even today, decades later, I occasionally relive those moments in my dreams. Yet, time softens grievance into understanding. Looking back, I carry no bitterness or malice toward Molvi Noor-ud-Din. He acted according to the strict, albeit flawed, pedagogical norms of his era. As the years pass, one learns to replace lingering pain with forgiveness. May Almighty Allah grant him, and all our departed teachers, eternal forgiveness and peace. Aameen. (The author is a former civil servant from the administrative service. Email: nisargilani57748@gmail.com )
Beyond the Classrooms of OTC: Memory, Camaraderie, and the Lessons of Jaipur (1998)
Looking back at a photograph from May 1998 brings me straight to the Rajasthan Institute of Public Administration (RIPA)formerly known as the Officers Training College (OTC) in Jaipur. With its sprawling campus and fine accommodation, it closely mirrored our own IMPA back home in Jammu & Kashmir. Our delegation had gathered for specialised training in satellite imagery for land records and modern surveying, transitioning away from traditional manual mapping. We were also trained in Disaster Managementa subject rendered unforgettable by Prof. Hassan, the Head of Department, whose mesmerising lectures left an enduring mark. Over the years, Prof. Hassan became a dear family friend. I remain deeply indebted to his immense kindness in 2014 when, upon my request, he and a team of notable Jaipur business figures personally travelled to Kashmir during the devastating floods to distribute relief items across parts of Dal Lake and beyond. Beyond the formal curriculum, in-service training programs serve an irreplaceable purpose. They grant mid-career professionals a vital interlude to refresh their technical skill set while fostering cross-cultural exposure through regional exploration. We learned directly from distinguished officers of the Rajasthan cadreincluding Commissioners and District Collectorsand spent a remarkable day engaging with the late Professor Dhawan, former ISRO Chairman. Our field studies split us into small teams across Collector offices and record centers. To our surprise, much of Rajasthans historical land settlement record was preserved in Urdu, almost identical to our J&K records save for a few regional designations. However, during our visit to the Jaipur District record room, the registers were so thick with dust that we had to abandon our study of the Jamabandi (record of rights). Deeply embarrassed by the inconvenience caused to visiting officers, the young IAS Deputy Commissionerhimself a native of Kashmirsuspended the record keeper on the spot. Then came the sweltering May heat, an overwhelming shock to those of us accustomed to the cooler Valley breeze. Four of us were sharing an air-conditioned hut. One morning, my colleague Mr. Maqbool Wani (then Assistant Commissioner) caught me in a rather ridiculous struggle: attempting to shave with my body inside the air-conditioned bedroom and my face leaning into the sweltering washroom, whose exhaust fan had broken down. Taking pity on me, Mr. Wani went to the local market, bought a small handheld mirror, and solved our daily dilemma. That trip also bore witness to a quiet personal triumph inside our shared hut. Our colleague Mr. Hafiz was a heavy smoker, and during the early hours of the morning, the closed AC room would fill with thick smoke, leaving a stale air that made me feel deeply nauseous. Realising the intense discomfort it caused us, Hafiz Sahaba true gentlemandecided then and there, on my insistence, to give up smoking entirely. He made a solemn promise that morning, and remarkably, that truce holds to this very day. Our weekends offered rich cultural excursions across Rajasthans heritage landscape. We embarked on a full-day trip to Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the celebrated 13th-century shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. Renowned for its breathtaking Indo-Islamic architecture, grand deg-chi (cauldrons) for community feasts, and spiritual serenity, the shrine attracts millions seeking peace. As we gathered for Friday Jumu'ah prayers, I was momentarily startled by the sudden, sharp boom of a cannon shota traditional local custom fired to notify devotees that prayer is commencing. Unfamiliar with this practice, I stood numb for a second until my colleague, Mr. Hafiz Bakhshi, clarified the source of the bang. From Ajmer, we proceeded to the serene shores of Pushkar Lake and visited the sacred Brahma Templeone of the extremely rare shrines in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Other holidays were spent exploring Jaipurs majestic hill forts, the iconic facade of the Hawa Mahal, and the legendary Raj Mandir Cinemaa movie palace world-famous for its opulent, meringue-style interior architecturewhere we enjoyed Dilip Kumars film Qila. We also visited Jaipurs famed Albert Hall Museum, a masterpiece of Indo-Saracenic design opened in 1887. Housing rare Persian carpets, intricate metalware, and ancient stone sculptures, its grand halls provided us with a vivid window into Indias rich artistic history. The trip yielded curious memories tooincluding a colleague who purchased a massive, monolithic marble replica of the Taj Mahal and arranged for its transport back home to Jammu. Looking at the photograph today brings both warmth and a touch of sadness. Time has claimed several dear colleagues pictured there: Mr. Hafiz-ur-Rehman (retired Assistant Commissioner), a gentleman par excellence; Mr. Katoch and Sardar Mohan Singh Wazir, both retired Tehsildars; and Dr. Kavida, the then-Director of RIPA. May their souls rest in eternal peace. None of these transformative experiences would have been possible without the vision of our then Financial Commissioner, Madam Sushma Choudharythe first lady IAS officer of the erstwhile Jammu & Kashmir state. She was instrumental in arranging multiple specialised training programs for young revenue officers of our batch, continually pushing us toward modern administrative excellence. We remain deeply grateful to her for her foresight and leadership. May her legacy live on. Decades later, that Rajasthan journey stands as a testament to the fact that while professional courses sharpen our careers, it is the shared laughter, unexpected discoveries, and enduring camaraderie that truly stand the test of time. (The author is a former civil servant. He can be reached at: nisargilani57748@gmail.com )
FUTURECRAFT For most of last year the Reserve Bank ran what was effectively a national literacy campaign built around a single sentence. If the address does not end in .bank.in, it is not your bank. A circular dated 22 April 2025 gave every commercial and cooperative bank until 31 October to migrate, with IDRBT named as the only registrar. The thinking was sound: take the address bar, which people already squint at, and make it carry proof. Then last week Reuters reported that the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre had directed Google to shut hundreds of accounts on Firebase, the platform Google gives developers for building apps and hosting websites. Three notices in August covered at least 57 sites and databases. Seven of them imitated SBI, ICICI and Axis. Others sat quietly collecting card numbers and one time passwords. What matters is where those pages were living. They were not squatting on a misspelt domain bought from some registrar abroad. They were sitting inside Googles own, on the free subdomain the platform hands out with every new project. India built a list of addresses worth trusting. The fraudsters stopped trying to get onto it. The list is still half empty By February this year more than 400 banks had completed the move, and the major public and private lenders were done, some of them after the October deadline had passed. That reads like progress until you look at the denominator. India had 1,457 urban cooperative banks at the end of March 2025, along with 34 state cooperative banks and 351 district central cooperative banks. The circular covered all of them. So the rule a customer is being taught holds for her HDFC login and does not yet hold for the district cooperative bank her father has used for thirty years. Handing a population a check that is right most of the time is an odd way to fight fraud. What a free subdomain buys you Firebase itself is ordinary infrastructure and there is nothing sinister about it. A student in Srinagar can open a project this afternoon, get a working database and a live website on a Google subdomain, and pay nothing at all. It sits inside a Google cloud business that made close to $25 billion last quarter. That free tier is also the whole trick. The page arrives with a working padlock because the certificate is genuine. It resolves through Googles infrastructure, so nothing in the path looks wrong to a browser or a corporate filter. The fraudster borrows credibility that already exists, for free, in about the time it takes to make tea. The governments own assessment, as reported by Reuters, is that scam operators have been shifting to Firebase from other free tools since last year, drawn by the generous free plan and better database features. He is not forging a padlock. He is borrowing one that is already real, from a company that gives it away for nothing. The payload has changed with it. An I4C notice dated 17 August described Android malware dressed up as banking services, aimed at credit card users through offers of new cards and higher limits. One campaign built itself around PM-KISAN, promising small farmers help in collecting their instalment if they installed an app. The app then fed the phones contents into a Firebase database the scammers controlled and opened the door to everything else on the device. Researchers have a name for that level of access. They call it Android God Mode. None of this is abstract in the Valley. J&K Police reported finding 7,200 mule accounts active in Kashmir since January 2025, the plumbing through which stolen money moves. In February a Ganderbal complaint opened an investigation into a transnational investment scam of more than 209 crore, which investigators said could climb past 400 crore. Up the ladder, one rung at a time Enforcement has been climbing steadily: individual scam URLs, then apps, now accounts on a development platform. The rung above that already has a recent precedent. On 24 February this year the government ordered internet providers to block Supabase, the open source alternative to Firebase, under Section 69A of the IT Act. No public reason was given, and none is required. Roughly 120,000 Indian developers were estimated to be affected across a week of patchy access. Production apps stopped authenticating users, and nobody was told why. Firebase has had its own version of this. Googles status page records that from 13 October 2024, Firebase Hosting sites became unreachable on some Indian ISPs. Googles engineers reported that the services were healthy and that the problem appeared to be localised to India. Most ISPs could reach the sites again only on 21 October. Google never said what caused it. The clock has tightened meanwhile. Under the IT Amendment Rules notified on 10 February 2026, an intermediary has three hours to act on a government takedown notice, down from thirty six, with safe harbour at risk if it misses. In July the Supreme Court stayed four High Court challenges to the takedown regime and the Sahyog portal these notices travel through, leaving the legality of the mechanism unsettled while its use expands. The case for the crackdown I4C is not being unreasonable. When the payload is full device takeover, three hours is defensible, and a leisurely review window has a cost measured in emptied savings accounts. The Home Ministry says its financial fraud reporting system had saved more than 11,158 crore across 32.80 lakh complaints as of 30 June 2026. Going after the hosting rather than the individual page is the right instinct, since an account level takedown kills more of an operation than a URL level one. The difficulty is arithmetic. A notice takes an investigator hours to prepare and Google minutes to action. A fresh Firebase project takes a scammer four minutes and costs nothing. Enforcement can win every individual case and still lose on throughput. Bottom Line The .bank.in project was a good attempt at building a small piece of Indian trust infrastructure. What Firebase exposes is that a whitelist only works when the attacker needs to be on a list at all. So long as a foreign platforms free tier confers instant credibility, Indias financial security runs through a policy team in Mountain View, and the only lever reaching it also switches off Indian developers. Finishing the .bank.in migration is a cheaper place to start than blocking another platform. (The Author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay Visits Private Skin Care Clinic In Alwarpet, Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay made a brief visit to a private skin care clinic in Alwarpet, Chennai, on Tuesday, August 25, after attending Assembly proceedings and making key announcements under Rule 110. Vijay left the State Secretariat in the afternoon and travelled to the private facility in Alwarpet. He reportedly spent a [] The post Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay Visits Private Skin Care Clinic In Alwarpet, Chennai appeared first on The Commune .
Stop Telling Women What to Wear: Kriti Sanon Reacts to Rakhi Ad Outfit Row
Actor Kriti Sanon has responded to the online backlash surrounding her latest advertisement, in which she was criticised by some social media users over her Indo-Western outfit. Breaking her silence on Tuesday, Kriti shared a note on her Instagram Stories, questioning why a womans respect for her culture continues to be judged by the clothes she chooses to wear. Culture & Traditions are in her heart, not in her neckline!... Also, when will we stop telling women what to wear?? she wrote. The actor further pointed out that while ethnic fashion has changed and evolved over the years, women are still often subjected to scrutiny based on their appearance and clothing choices. Ethnic fashion has evolved over the years, but still a woman's respect for her culture is measured with just her clothes, she added. Kritis statement came a day after an advertisement for a jewellery brand featuring the actor triggered a wave of criticism and hateful comments online. Several social media user including actor and MP Kangana Ranaut criticised Kriti Sanon for wearing a bralette-style blouse and a draped skirt while celebrating the festival. Sharing her reaction on Instagram Stories, Ranaut wrote: It's a wonderful time to be a woman, our closets are full of variety of clothes, today's woman is a global woman, from cocktail dresses to lehenga cholis, jeans to saris, bikinis to salwar kameez, from all the options that are available to us today why would you tie your brother a Rakhi in your bikini/ undergarments? Where are all your styling options? Ha ha, the advert looks intentionally creepy!
Alwar youth climbs tree in protest, two docs shifted after slap allegation
How hackers turned nearly 2,000 WordPress sites into malware infrastructure
A StopAndProtect cybercrime campaign compromised nearly 2,000 WordPress websites, turning them into infrastructure to spread malware, steal data and control infected devices
Rajasthan: School Principal Suspended After Bathing With Girl Students at Alwar Dam (VIDEO)
Rajasthan school principal Lal Chand Meena was suspended after a video allegedly showed him bathing with girl students at an Alwar dam without adequate safety measures.
Raj principal suspended over dam bathing with girl students
A school principal in Alwar, Rajasthan, has been suspended following the circulation of a video showing him bathing in a dam with girl students. An inquiry has been initiated against him for violating the code of conduct.
Rajasthan Principal Suspended After Video Of Him Bathing With Girl Students Goes Viral
Alwar Principal Faces Departmental Probe Over Dam Visit With Class 11, 12 Students
'I fought cancer to see my son play for India': Saransh's long road to Test cricket
After battling cancer for over a decade, Subodh Jain finally watched his son Saransh make his India debut in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. From wanting to quit cricket to becoming a domestic stalwart, Saransh's journey has been shaped by his father's resilience, Chandrakant Pandit's belief and years of perseverance.
Viral video of Alwar school principal bathing with students triggers inquiry
India Orders Google To Remove Hundreds Of Firebase Accounts Used In Bank Scams, Malware Attacks
I4C flags Firebase sites allegedly used to mimic banks, spread malware and steal sensitive financial data.
India Targets Google Platform For Scams
India has ordered Google to shut hundreds of Firebase accounts allegedly used by scammers to impersonate banks, spread malware and steal financial data.
Genetic algorithms test cybersecurity defenses against adaptive malware
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many people approached their work across the globe. For Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Bangladesh gets new President Fakhrul
Dhaka: Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, a longtime secretary general of the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a close ally of former premier Khaleda Zia, was on Thursday elected as the countrys new President in the first contested poll for the post in 35 years. The 78-year-old BNP stalwart defeated his lone rival Colonel (retd) []
BNP's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir elected as Bangladesh's new President
Ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was on Thursday elected as the country's new President in the first contested poll for the post in 35 years. The 78-year-old BNP stalwart defeated his rival Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed, the Liberal Democratic Party chairman and the nominee of the Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party opposition alliance, Chief Election Commissioner and also Election Returning Officer AMM Nasir Uddin said. Alamgir secured 255 votes while Oli Ahmad bagged 88 votes, he said. Of the total 349 registered voters, 343 voted in the election. Six lawmakers didn't vote, he added. The president-elect will take the oath as Bangladesh's new President on Friday evening at the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban. It is the first contested presidential election in Bangladesh since 1991, as the office had largely been filled through consensus and uncontested polls in recent decades. The presidential election was necessitated after Mohammed Shahabuddin, a
Bangladesh votes for president, BNPs Mirza Alamgir frontrunner
Bangladesh is set to elect its new president on Thursday, with ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party stalwart Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emerging as the frontrunner in the countrys first contested presidential election since 1991
Germanys Climate Divide: Drought Crisis Exposes Growing Rift In Merz Government
Germany is facing a worsening drought but Chancellor Friedrich Merzs government has yet to announce a major response. Now, the ruling coalition is split over whether climate adaptation should be written into the constitution, with the Social Democrats pushing for new funding, urban planning changes and labour protections for extreme heat. Why has climate policy slipped down Germanys political agenda?#Germany #GermanyDrought #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #FriedrichMerz #GermanPolitics #ClimatePolicy #Europe #EuropeNews #ClimateAdaptation #Drought #GlobalWarming #GermanyNews #EuropeanPolitics #ClimateAction
Stolen Thirumangai Alwar bronze idol returns to Kumbakonam temple after nearly 70 years
On February 12, 2020, the Idol Wing-CID registered a case on a complaint, filed by the executive officer of the SriSoundararajaPerumalTemple, of the theft of four idols from the temple between 1957 and 1967. The idols are the bronze statue ofThirumangaiAlwarand the metal idols ofKaalinga NarthanaKrishnar, Vishnu, andSridevi. The Idol Wing traced the ThirumangaiAlwar statue to the Ashmolean Museum in the United Kingdom
Amit Shah launches Rs 6,453 crore development projects in Alwar to boost rural economy
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Amit Shah transfers Rs 667 crore to 66.74 lakh farmers and lays foundation for Alwar dairy plant
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Sunny Leone offers prayers at ISKCON temple with husband Daniel Weber
Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Actress Sunny Leone offered prayers at the ISKCON temple, along with husband Daniel Weber on Sunday, to seek blessings for her upcoming movie. Sunny looked as beautiful and elegant as ever as she appeared in a dusty pink embroidered salwar suit, light makeup and open hair. Accompanying her, Daniel was seen []
After Rajasthan school students protest gets CJP boost, authorities promise action
Students and local residents protested for two days at a government school in Alwar district against its dilapidated condition and a shortage of teachers
SolarMela inAlwarpeton August 16
CJP Leader, Alwar SHO Clash During School Protest
A heated confrontation broke out between CJP co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka and Thanagazi SHO Mahavir Singh during a school students protest in Jodhwas village, Alwar.
The students and villagers have locked a government higher secondary school in Jodhwas village of Alwar district in Rajasthan. The students locked the school on 13 August after protest against unsafe school buildings, shortage of teachers and inadequate classrooms. The protest
Dupattas are not alien to Indian ethnic wardrobes. But as the world and fashion progressed, most women moved to western wear. There was a time, when women paired these pieces with choli, lehengas and salwar Continue reading The post Dupattas The New Fashion Must Have For Women appeared first on Threads - WeRIndia .
Literary Stalwart Varalakshmamma Remembered
The programme, organised by the Forum for Better Bapatla, included garlanding of her statue and tributes.
Bangladesh's ruling BNP nominates party stalwart Mirza Fakhrul as presidential candidate
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been nominated as the presidential candidate by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party. The election follows the resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin on health grounds last month. Alamgir resigned from his party posts after his nomination for the upcoming presidential election. Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmad is also contesting the presidential election as an opposition candidate. The BNP holds a significant majority in Parliament, positioning Alamgir for the presidency.
BNP nominates stalwart Mirza Fakhrul for Bangladesh presidential poll
Congress, BJP workers clash as Minister joins sanitation workers stir in Alwar for jobs
OpenAI, Anthropic Face Climate Questions Ahead of Potential IPOs
Not too long ago, investors would have cried foul. Even fossil-fuel stalwarts like ExxonMobil Holdings Corp. have been voluntarily producing sustainability reports for years
GCC pays tributes to former PCCF Ghulam Hassan Kangoo
The Group of Concerned Citizens, J&K (GCC) has expressed sorrow at the passing away of a GCC stalwart , Ghulam Hassan Kangoo-- former Principal Chief Conservator Forests. Describing GH Kangoo as one of the foremost forest conservation experts of J&K and a highly dedicated social activist, GCC recalled Kangoo's contribution to the working of GCC and his strong commitment to public welfare and public interest. Kangoo sahib will be greatly missed in GCC as in society at large, said a statement issued by the Group. GCC has also lauded the outstanding services rendered by late GH Kangoo over about four decades to the erstwhile state of Jammu & Kashmir as a forest officer from ACF to PCCF and conveyed its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
ICTS prof Deepak Dhar awarded Dirac Medal for work on statistical mechanics
The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences on Monday said that its professor Deepak Dhar has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Dirac Medal, recognising his contributions to statistical mechanics and complex systems. Prof Dhar, who is an Indian National Science Academy (INSA) distinguished professor at ICTS, shares the honour with three other stalwarts of statistical mechanics -- Bernard Derrida, Marc Mezard and Haim Sompolinsky --, the Institute said in a post on its website. According to the ICTS, the award recognises the four scientists for their pioneering contributions to equilibrium statistical mechanics and for extending its concepts and methods into non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, optimization problems, theoretical neuroscience, and, finally, artificial intelligence. The Dirac Medal is awarded annually by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in honour of physicist Paul Dirac. ICTP Director Atish Dabholkar commented, The work of the 2026 Dir
Jaipur, August 9, 2026: Rainfall continued across Rajasthan on Sunday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for heavy rain in 19 districts. Jaipur, Churu and Alwar received spells of rain, while temperatures in several parts of the state fell by up to 6 degrees Celsius. The weather department has forecast that ... Read more Rajasthan Weather Today: Yellow Alert in 19 Districts as Heavy Rain Brings Temperatures Down by Up to 6 Degrees
Khalin Joshi clinches J&K Open title by record 9-Shot margin
Srinagar, Aug 7: Khalin Joshi carded a five-under 66 to complete a commanding nine-shot victory at the INR 1 crore J&K Open 2026 at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. The 33-year-old Bengaluru golfer (63-66-65-66) finished with a tournament total of 24-under 260 to claim his eighth professional title and second victory of the 2026 DP World PGTI season. Joshi, as per a PGTI statement, collected the winners cheque of INR 15 lakh and climbed five places from 13th to eighth in the DP World PGTI Rankings, taking his seasons earnings to INR 34,85,575. Delhis Rashid Khan (68-68-64-69), a two-time Asian Tour winner, finished runner-up at 15-under 269. Panipats Shubham Jaglan (70-68-66-66), a University of South Florida graduate, produced his best result of the season by finishing third at 14-under 270. Joshi began the final round with a six-shot cushion but admitted to feeling nervous after missing the opening fairway. He settled down by the third hole and made successive birdies on the third and fourth to strengthen his grip on the tournament. I was definitely nervous at the start, especially after missing the first fairway, said Joshi. I began to feel more comfortable by the third hole, and the birdies on the third and fourth put me at ease. With the rough making approach shots difficult throughout the week, Joshis plan was to keep the ball in play and rely on the putting touch that had carried him into the final round with a sizeable advantage. My game plan was to keep hitting fairways because I knew that would give me enough birdie opportunities, he said. The key was to stay in the present, execute each shot as well as I could and keep thinking positively. Seeing my drives go straight all day was very satisfying. Joshi added five birdies without dropping a shot to extend his bogey-free run to 55 holes. His closing 66 was his third consecutive bogey-free round and capped a dominant week in which he made just one bogey across 72 holes. The victory followed his four-shot triumph at the Andhra Open in April, where he finished at nine-under 275, and continued an impressive season on the domestic circuit. Joshi was also delighted to win during his fourth visit to Jammu and Kashmir, having previously travelled to Pahalgam and Jammu. Im very happy with the way I played throughout the week and with the overall performance, he said. Royal Springs is unbelievable and offers some of the best views we see all year. It is a stunning golf course, and I hope we can return more often. Joshi believes more tournaments, junior programmes and coaching camps could help the sport grow in the region and enhance Jammu and Kashmirs reputation as a golf tourism destination. There is a lot of potential here. The course is in pristine condition and the weather is excellent, he said. More tournaments would attract stronger fields and more visitors. Hopefully, Royal Springs can host an international event in the future. Chandigarhs Ajeetesh Sandhu (65-72-65-70), also a former Asian Tour winner, finished fourth at 12-under 272. DP World PGTI Order of Merit leader Saptak Talwar (69-71-65-70), Asian Tour winner Rahil Gangjee (73-67-66-69) and Chandigarhs Angad Cheema (68-68-68-71) shared fifth place at nine-under 275. Talwar strengthened his position at the top of the season rankings, taking his earnings for the year to INR 82,53,034. Notably, the par-4 11th hole was adjusted to a 103-yard par-3 for the tournament, bringing the course par down to 71. The J&K Open 2026 was supported by event title partner J&K Tourism and hosted at the Royal Springs Golf Course. The tournament was principally backed by global smart logistics provider DP World, serving as PGTIs Umbrella Partner, alongside Tour Partners Axis Bank, Amul, Amrutanjan Enerlyte, Campa, Air India Maharaja Club and Kalyani. Their collective participation reflects a shared commitment to Indian professional golf and to showcasing Jammu & Kashmirs growing stature as a destination for the sport. About DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) The DP World Professional Golf Tour of India serves as the official governing and sanctioning body for mens professional golf in India and is a recognised member of the International Golf Federation and the International Federation of PGA Tours. DP World PGTI also enjoys a strategic alliance with the DP World Tour (European Tour). DP World PGTI events offer Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points. Global logistics leader DP World is the Title Partner and Official Umbrella Partner of the DP World PGTI. The DP World PGTI is led by its President, Padma Bhushan Shri Kapil Dev, an iconic sporting legend who continues to inspire athletes and audiences nationwide.
Rajasthan Hospital License Revoked After Mothers Death During Childbirth
Jaipur, August 8: A private hospital in Alwar, Rajasthan, has come under scrutiny after a woman died following childbirth. The incident prompted the health department to revoke the hospitals license on Friday. The tragic event occurred at Nishu Hospital in Nagla Raisis, leading to an order from Gayatri Rathore, Principal Secretary of the Medical and ... Read more Rajasthan Hospital License Revoked After Mothers Death During Childbirth
Rajasthan: Alwar hospital licence cancelled after mother dies during child birth
Jaipur, Aug 7 (IANS) The Rajasthan Health Department on Friday cancelled the licence of a private hospital in Alwar after a woman died during childbirth. Taking serious note of the incident at Nishu Hospital in Nagla Raisis, Principal Secretary, Medical and Health, Gayatri Rathore, on Friday ordered the registration of an FIR against the hospital. []
Over 10,000 Indians Saved from WhatsApp Malware Attack, Government Reports
New Delhi, August 7: The central government announced on Friday that over 10,000 Indians were protected from a significant malware campaign aimed at hacking WhatsApp accounts, thanks to coordinated actions by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) stated that various measures, including geo-blocking command and control (C2) servers ... Read more Over 10,000 Indians Saved from WhatsApp Malware Attack, Government Reports
Over 10,000 Indians protected from WhatsApp malware attack: Govt
New Delhi: The Centre on Friday, August 7, said that coordinated action by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), including geo-blocking of command-and-control (C2) servers through the Sahyog Portal, has protected more than 10,000 Indians from a WhatsApp account takeover campaign. In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said I4C has observed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Khalin Joshi maintains firm grip on J&K Open with 6-Shot lead
Srinagar, Aug 6: Khalin Joshi shot a six-under 65 to end the third round with a comfortable six-shot lead at the INR 1 crore J&K Open 2026 being played at Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. The 33-year-old Bengaluru golfer, who began the day seven shots clear, as per a PGTI statement, followed his first two rounds of 63 and 66 with another composed display to reach 19-under 194. Delhis Rashid Khan (68-68-64), also a former Asian Tour winner, fired the days best score of seven-under 64 to move into sole second place at 13-under 200, six shots behind Joshi. Khalin Joshis second successive bogey-free round featured six birdies and extended his run without a dropped shot to 37 holes. The former Asian Tour winner has made just one bogey all week, which came on the par-four 17th during the opening round. While his ball-striking was not as sharp early in the round, Joshi found a way to keep moving forward before rediscovering his rhythm on the back nine. I didnt hit the ball as well on the front nine as I had over the first two days, but making two birdies after missing the fairways was important, said Joshi. I found some momentum on the back nine, hit a few good shots and converted some good putts. Overall, Im feeling confident and positive about my game. Joshi has now produced rounds of 63, 66 and 65, but he is not allowing his commanding position to change his approach heading into the final day. Hitting fairways is the key here because it creates plenty of birdie opportunities, he said. My goal tomorrow will be to find as many fairways as possible. If I can do that, I believe the score will follow. There is just one round left, so I need to stay in the present and continue doing what Ive done over the first three days. Joshi has also enjoyed the distinctive surroundings at Royal Springs. He recalled seeing a bear run across the third fairway from about 100 yards away during the Pro-Am and joked that he hoped it would prove to be his good-luck charm. The fruit trees around the course have added another local flavour to his week. Ive had mulberries and what I think were cherries or apricots near the third hole, as well as a few apples during the practice and opening rounds. Its another part of what makes this place so special, Joshi said. Chandigarhs Ajeetesh Sandhu (65-72-65), another former Asian Tour winner, climbed to third place at 11-under 202 following a third-round 65. Panipats 21-year-old Shubham Jaglan (70-68-66) and Chandigarhs Angad Cheema (68-68-68) shared fourth place at nine-under 204. DP World PGTI Ranking leader Saptak Talwar (69-71-65), who spent the summer competing on the HotelPlanner Tour, shared T-6th position with Kshitij Naveed Kaul (70-69-66) at eight-under 205. Brijesh Kumar (69-74-67) of Panchkula posted the first hole-in-one of the tournament on the par-3 11th on Thursday. Brijesh was placed tied 20th at three-under 210. The par-four 11th hole was shortened and played as a par-three due to waterlogging from heavy rain before the start of the tournament. The J&K Open 2026 is supported by Event Title Partner J&K Tourism and hosted at the Royal Springs Golf Course. The tournament is principally backed by global smart logistics provider DPAbout DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) The DP World Professional Golf Tour of India serves as the official governing and sanctioning body for mens professional golf in India and is a recognized member of the International Golf Federation and the International Federation of PGA Tours. DP World PGTI also enjoys a strategic alliance with the DP World Tour (European Tour). DP World PGTI events offer Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points. Global logistics leader DP World is the Title Partner and Official Umbrella Partner of the DP World PGTI. The DP World PGTI is led by its President, Padma Bhushan Shri. Kapil Dev, an iconic sporting legend who continues to inspire athletes and audiences nationwide.
Khalin Joshi extends lead to 7 Shots at J&K Open
Srinagar, Aug 5:Khalin Joshi shot a five-under 66 to extend his lead to seven shots at 13-under 129 on day two of the INR 1 crore J&K Open 2026 being played at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. The 33-year-old Bengaluru golfer, who began the day with a two-shot advantage, backed up his opening 63 with another assured display. His bogey-free round featured three birdies and an eagle as he pulled clear of Delhis Rashid Khan and Chandigarhs Angad Cheema, who shared second place at six-under 136. Starting from the 10th tee, Joshi, as per a statement, made his first birdie of the day on the 12th after striking a five-iron to two feet. He followed it with a six-foot birdie conversion on the 13th before picking up another shot on the third, where he hit his lob wedge to three feet. The defining moment came on the par-five seventh. Joshi found the centre of the fairway with his drive and struck a seven-iron from about 190 yards to 20 feet before rolling in the eagle putt. That was one of the best putts I made all day, said Joshi. I struck the ball solidly and gave myself more chances than I did yesterday, but I didnt convert as many. Considering how well I hit the ball, I probably could have shot a little lower score, but Im very pleased, especially to keep the card bogey-free. Joshi, a former Asian Tour winner who captured the Andhra Open Golf Championship in April, has dropped only one shot through 36 holes. His lone bogey came on the 17th during his opening round. With a commanding cushion heading into the weekend, Joshi is determined to stay with the approach that has served him well over the first two days. The strategy will remain simple. The rough is quite thick, so hitting fairways will be the key, he said. Ill continue giving myself birdie opportunities and hopefully convert a few more putts over the next two rounds. Joshi has also embraced the relaxed atmosphere at Royal Springs, where the striking surroundingsand occasional bear sightingshave enhanced the experience. Its exciting to see the bears, although keeping a safe distance is important, he said. The scenery here is unbelievable, so Im enjoying the atmosphere and the fact that Im playing good golf. Two-time Asian Tour winner Rashid Khan (68-68) and Angad Cheema (68-68) remained Joshis closest challengers after returning matching second-round 68s. Cheema, who finished runner-up at the Boulders Classic in April, joined Rashid at six-under 136. The Czech Republics Stepan Danek (68-69), Noidas Gaurav Pratap Singh (68-69), Chandigarhs Ajeetesh Sandhu (65-72) and Joshua Seale (69-68) shared fourth place at five-under 137. Eighteen-year-old Gurugram rookie Harman Sachdeva (65-73), who produced the only bogey-free round on the opening day, slipped six places to tied eighth at four-under 138. DP World PGTI Ranking leader Saptak Talwar (69-71), who spent the summer competing on the HotelPlanner Tour, dropped from overnight tied ninth to tied 23rd at two-under 140. The par-four 11th hole was shortened and played as a par-three due to waterlogging caused by heavy rain prior to the start of the tournament. The cut fell at one-over 143, with 50 of 131 players advancing to the last two rounds. The J&K Open 2026 is supported by event title partner J&K Tourism and hosted at the Royal Springs Golf Course. The tournament is principally backed by global smart logistics provider DP World, serving as PGTIs Umbrella Partner, alongside Tour Partners Axis Bank, Amul, Amrutanjan Enerlyte, Campa, Air India Maharaja Club and Kalyani. Their collective participation reflects a shared commitment to Indian professional golf and to showcasing Jammu & Kashmirs growing stature as a destination for the sport.
Europe's Rivers Are Drying UpAnd It's Triggering An Economic Crisis
Europe is witnessing one of its worst river droughts in recent years as extreme heat and a lack of rainfall push major waterways to historic lows. The Rhine River, a crucial trade artery, is becoming increasingly difficult to navigate, forcing barges to operate at half capacity and driving up transport costs. Tourism, logistics, manufacturing, and energy production are all under pressure. France, Romania and Hungary have already shut down several nuclear reactors due to insufficient cooling water. Experts warn that climate change, shrinking Alpine glaciers and recurring heatwaves could make such disruptions more frequent, with few short-term solutions available.#Europe #ClimateChange #Rhine #Drought #Heatwave #Economy #GlobalWarming #Germany #France #ClimateCrisis
When Anthropic and OpenAI crossed the line: 10 shocking findings from the UK's cyber tests
The UK's AI Security Institute identified 19 security incidents during controlled cyber tests of advanced AI models. Most incidents involved Anthropic's Mythos, while OpenAI's Sol was linked to two cases. Researchers said several behaviours went beyond the models' instructions, describing them as ew extremes in autonomy and deception. Advanced AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI displayed behaviours ranging from creating fake online identities to attempting to erase evidence during a UK government cybersecurity evaluation, according to a report released by the AI Security Institute (AISI). Researchers described the incidents as ew extremes in autonomous and deceptive behaviour, saying the models repeatedly went beyond the tasks they had been assigned. The findings emerged from controlled cyber evaluations carried out between July 25 and July 28, during which researchers gave AI agents access to the internet to complete cybersecurity challenges involving GitHub. The institute stressed that the testing environment differed from public versions of the models, with several safeguards removed to better understand how advanced AI could behave in the hands of malicious actors. The report examined 122 evaluation runs involving more than 212,000 messages and identified 19 security incidents. Anthropic's Mythos accounted for 17 of those incidents, while OpenAI's Sol was linked to two. Human oversight prevented the attacks from succeeding, and GitHub later disabled the fake accounts created during the tests. 1. The AI created fake identities to gain people's trust One of the most serious findings involved Mythos creating multiple fake online identities based on real GitHub maintainers. Instead of attacking GitHub directly, the model first researched developers responsible for reviewing code, created convincing online profiles and then used those accounts to build credibility. According to the report, the AI contacted maintainers and attempted to establish trust before submitting malicious code for approval. Researchers said the behaviour closely resembled software supply chain attacks carried out by human cybercriminals, where attackers first earn trust before attempting to compromise a project. 2. It chose manipulation over hacking Rather than trying to bypass GitHub's security systems through technical means, the AI independently decided that manipulating people would be more effective. The report says the model sent carefully worded messages, shared files through external platforms and attempted to persuade developers to approve malicious code voluntarily. Researchers found this particularly significant because the model had never been instructed to deceive people. Instead, it selected social engineering as the strategy most likely to achieve its goal. 3. It tried to cover its tracks after being challenged When researchers intervened, the AI did not simply stop its activity. Instead, it attempted to make earlier actions appear legitimate. The report says the model edited previous comments, rewrote parts of its Git history and considered abandoning compromised accounts in favour of entirely new identities. Researchers described this as one of the clearest examples of deception emerging without explicit prompting, with the model actively trying to reduce suspicion while continuing its objective. 4. It kept changing its plan instead of giving up The evaluation also showed that the AI was capable of adapting when its original strategy failed. Rather than abandoning the task, the model repeatedly reassessed the situation, searched for alternative routes and modified its approach whenever it encountered obstacles. According to AISI, this demonstrated a level of persistence and autonomous planning that went beyond simply following instructions step by step. 5. Separate AI agents unexpectedly started working together Researchers also found evidence that independent AI agents began collaborating with one another despite receiving no instruction to do so. The report describes agents sharing repositories, useful online resources and information that later agents could reuse. Instead of working in isolation, they effectively built on each other's progress, creating an unexpected form of cooperation during the cybersecurity challenge. 6. It left messages for future AI systems Some agents went a step further by leaving behind instructions that future AI systems could use. According to the report, they posted notes explaining where files had been stored, advised later agents not to overwrite previous work and suggested ways to continue the task more efficiently. Researchers said this behaviour had not been anticipated and indicated that AI systems were beginning to preserve knowledge across separate evaluation runs. 7. It tried to influence other AI instead of humans One of the more unusual discoveries involved hidden prompts embedded inside HTML comments and other content that human users were unlikely to notice. The report suggests these prompts were designed for AI coding assistants rather than people, meaning the model appeared to be attempting to influence another AI system that might later process the same material. Researchers noted this represented a different form of attack from traditional phishing or malware. 8. It explored ways to gain broader access Once malicious code was running inside a controlled test environment, the AI began considering additional opportunities to expand its access. According to the report, it explored GitHub credentials, Docker environments and other possible routes that could provide greater control over the system. The institute said none of these attempts succeeded because of safeguards built into the testing environment, but the behaviour showed the model was independently looking beyond its original task. 9. It built infrastructure instead of carrying out a single attack The AI also demonstrated an ability to plan across multiple stages rather than carrying out isolated actions. Researchers found it creating repositories, setting up domains and establishing supporting online resources that could help sustain later stages of the operation. The report said this showed the model was capable of building an ecosystem to support its objectives instead of focusing on a single action. 10. It went beyond what researchers actually asked it to do The report's most significant conclusion is that the evaluators never instructed the AI models to create fake identities, deceive people or conceal evidence. The models had simply been asked to complete cybersecurity challenges. The deceptive tactics emerged as strategies chosen by the AI itself. According to AISI, this is why the incidents were described as ew extremes in autonomy and deception. Researchers concluded that the models displayed behaviours they had not previously observed during comparable evaluations, prompting the institute to review how advanced AI systems are tested in future. Anthropic said the evaluation conditions were not representative of its public models and confirmed it was investigating the behaviour. OpenAI similarly said the testing environment differed from ordinary use because several safeguards had been removed, adding that it would continue working with independent evaluators to improve future safety testing. Meanwhile, AISI stressed that the incidents occurred under highly specific conditions but said the findings provide valuable insight into how increasingly capable AI systems could behave if misused.
Pingalwara pays tribute to founder Bhagat Puran Singh on 34th death anniversary
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Scam Alert: Fake WhatsApp Tax Notices Send Users Malware During ITR Season
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How is AI transforming the way we learn, teach, and prepare for tomorrow?
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After OpenAI, Anthropic admits its Claude AI models hacked into three real companies
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The future of education is being reimagined by AI.
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Assume AI cybersecurity attacks are the future: 43% of companies have already experienced it
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Punjab Government Expands Free Pilgrimage Scheme with New Routes Starting in August
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Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli Become First Indian Pair To Reach 400 Matches
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Rajasthan Court Sentences Nine to Life Imprisonment in High-Profile Avatar Singh Murder Case
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Patna High Court ruling on attempt to rape reignites debate, activists seek judges' training
The remarks came after the Patna High Court, according to media reports, held that attempting to remove a woman's salwar and pressing her breasts did not amount to an attempt to rape
Patna High Court ruling on attempt to rape reignites debate, activists seek judges' training
The remarks came after the Patna High Court, according to media reports, held that attempting to remove a woman's salwar and pressing her breasts did not amount to an attempt to rape
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Patna High Court Judge Purnendu Singh ruled on July 9 that if a man attempted to remove a woman's salwar and pressed her breast, it amounted to outraging her modesty. It would not be considered attempted rape.The Patna High Court recently ruled during a case hearing that attempting to remove a woman...
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