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Health · IndiaMaharashtra FDA bans loose edible oil sales over adulteration risks
Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the sale of loose or unsealed edible oil after detecting adulteration, unsafe packaging, and improper storage. The order applies to groundnut, mustard, sunflower, and other oils, with penalties including life imprisonment for violations.
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Conflict & Security · IndiaBhopal street vendor murdered after killers believed testicles worth millions
A street vendor in Bhopal, India, was murdered after his killers removed his testicles, believing they could sell them for millions of rupees. The crime was motivated by a false social media claim. Two men are arrested; three minors detained. Police say no evidence links the case to organised trafficking.
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Business & Economy · IndiaIndia caps bulk sugar stocks at 15 days to curb record prices ahead of festivals
India’s government has limited bulk sugar consumers to 15 days of stock from September to November, exempting government institutions. The move follows a record ₹53.50 per kg wholesale price and a previous 30-day cap on dealers. Imports of 1 million tonnes at nil duty were also allowed until October 2026.
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Politics · IndiaCongress decision to sing two stanzas of Vande Mataram sparks BJP accusations of appeasement
The Congress Working Committee resolved to sing only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram at party events, prompting BJP leaders to accuse the party of reviving an 'appeasement policy' and comparing it to the Muslim League. Amit Shah said the 1937 decision laid the foundation for Partition, while Congress defended its stance by referencing decisions made by Gandhi, Nehru, and Patel.
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Business & Economy · IndiaIndian stock markets rebound after US Treasury eases bond yields, Sensex rises 628 points
Indian benchmark indices rose on 20 August 2026, ending a seven-session decline after the US Treasury took steps to ease global bond yields. The Sensex climbed 628 points, while the Nifty gained 153 points, led by financial and IT stocks. Foreign investors bought equities worth ₹407.99 crore.
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Business & Economy · IndiaLIC permitted to expand HDFC Bank stake to 9.99% after RBI approval
The Reserve Bank of India approved Life Insurance Corporation of India’s request to raise its stake in HDFC Bank to 9.99% of paid-up share capital on 19 August 2026. LIC currently holds 4.11%. HDFC Bank shares fell to a 52-week low the same day before recovering slightly.
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Business & Economy · IndiaIndia and Japan set 10 trillion yen investment target over next decade
India’s Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced a 10 trillion yen Japanese investment target in India by 2036, during the UP-Japan Investment Meet 2026. Bilateral trade reached USD 27.5 billion in FY 2025-26, with Japan as India’s fifth-largest FDI source. The focus includes AI, semiconductors, and next-generation mobility.
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Climate · IndiaAssam floods kill over 100, displace 700,000 as experts urge climate adaptation
Flooding in India’s Assam state has killed more than 100 people and displaced over 700,000, with officials calling it the worst in six decades. Experts cite climate change, deforestation, and poor warning systems as key factors, while no right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Business & Economy · IndiaRBI says India’s cash demand grows despite digital payments surge
Reserve Bank of India deputy governor Shirish Chandra Murmu stated that cash in circulation continues to grow at double-digit rates even as digital payments expand. Demand remains strong in rural areas, among low-income groups, older people, and small businesses, complicating the RBI’s planning for production and distribution.
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Business & Economy · IndiaRupee falls to 95.59 against dollar after RBI shortens FCNR(B) swap deadline
The Indian rupee depreciated to 95.59 against the U.S. dollar on 17 August 2026 after the RBI advanced the deadline for its FCNR(B) swap facility by a month. The central bank said the scheme had attracted $50 to 56.84 billion in foreign exchange inflows, but traders warned the support may be temporary.
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Politics · IndiaBangladesh ties Tarique Rahman's India visit to Sheikh Hasina extradition
Bangladesh has made the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a condition for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's proposed visit to India. The foreign ministry said the process was affected by Hasina's public statements in New Delhi, and Dhaka is awaiting India's response under the bilateral extradition treaty.
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Politics · IndiaModi urges parties to pass 33% women’s reservation in Lok Sabha and state assemblies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to all political parties to support 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies during his Independence Day address on 15 August 2026. He warned of ideological 'dimagi Naxals' in power and linked the bill’s passage to national development.
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Politics · IndiaIran’s Pezeshkian to attend BRICS Summit in New Delhi in September 2026
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will travel to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit on 12 to 13 September 2026. The visit follows India’s assumption of the BRICS chairmanship in 2026 and comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia. Outlets diverged on whether the summit’s agenda or regional security was the lead.
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Science & Tech · IndiaAirbus finds Air India A320 lost control for four seconds before 300-foot drop
An Air India Airbus A320 en route from Phuket to Delhi lost approximately 300 feet of altitude on 4 August 2026 after all three hydraulic systems failed, leaving pilots unable to control the aircraft for four seconds. Twenty-four people were injured. The cause remains unclear.
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Politics · IndiaKarnataka bill requires government approval for events on public land
The Karnataka government approved a bill mandating prior approval for private events on state property, including RSS meetings. The legislation replaces a contested executive order and has drawn criticism from the BJP, which alleges it targets the RSS. The bill will be introduced in the current legislative session.
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Business & Economy · IndiaFitch holds India’s BBB- rating, projects 6.4% growth for FY27
Fitch Ratings affirmed India’s BBB- sovereign credit rating with a stable outlook on 11 August 2026, forecasting 6.4% GDP growth for fiscal year 2027. The agency noted strong domestic demand and external buffers but flagged persistent fiscal deficits and structural weaknesses as constraints.
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Conflict & Security · IndiaUS sells seized Venezuela-linked tankers Era and Lileo for scrap in India
The US government sold two oil tankers, Era and Lileo, to Dubai-based Global Marketing Systems for scrap after seizing them in January. The tankers, linked to sanctioned oil exports from Venezuela and Iran, will be dismantled in India. Ownership complexities were noted in the court-authorised sale.
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Politics · IndiaMayawati rejects creamy layer for SC, ST reservations and targets RSS remarks
Mayawati opposed applying the 'creamy layer' concept to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe reservations on 9 August 2026, calling it contrary to constitutional objectives. She criticised RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for politicising the issue and urged the government to defend quotas in court.
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Business & Economy · IndiaUS Senate passes bill allowing 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil imports
The US Senate passed a bill granting President Donald Trump authority to impose 100% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, including India. Economists say the move could push crude prices above $100 a barrel, worsening India’s inflation and trade deficit. Some US senators oppose the measure as counterproductive.
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Politics · IndiaModi and Vance discuss India-US strategic partnership in 8 August call
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. Vice President JD Vance spoke by phone on 8 August 2026, discussing trade, defence, technology, and energy cooperation under the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Modi congratulated Vance on the birth of his son, and the call occurred amid U.S. lawmaker criticism of India’s proposed FCRA amendments.
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Politics · RussiaPutin envoy and AfD prepare talks on Russian gas for Germany
Russia's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev and Germany's AfD party are preparing to meet next year to discuss resuming Russian gas supplies. The meeting depends on a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. Possible locations include Israel, the UAE, or India.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS journalist Austin Tice's 2012 kidnapping planned by Assad regime, BBC investigation finds
A BBC investigation, citing former Syrian regime members and intelligence files, indicates US journalist Austin Tice's 2012 kidnapping was planned by forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad. His driver allegedly provided information to the regime, facilitating the abduction.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesLockheed Martin Unveils AIM-260 Missile for China Threat
Lockheed Martin has revealed details of its new AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile, designed to counter long-range air threats from China. The US Defense Department has signed an agreement to increase its production as part of munitions stockpile rebuilding.
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ClimateKim Stanley Robinson declines reading climate disaster chapter
Author Kim Stanley Robinson will not read aloud the first chapter of his novel 'The Ministry for the Future,' which depicts a heatwave causing 20 million deaths in India. He feels the scene is too graphic for public reading.
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Politics · United StatesChina criticises US sanctions bill targeting Russia trade
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that new US sanctions against Russia lack legal basis and violate international law. The bill allows President Trump to impose tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian energy or helping Russia evade sanctions.
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Politics · UkraineUS House passes Russia sanctions targeting oil purchases
The US House of Representatives has passed a sanctions package aimed at Russia over its war in Ukraine. The bill includes warnings of 100% tariffs on nations buying Russian oil and targets the country's 'shadow fleet' of tankers. The Kremlin stated these measures will make peace talks harder.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS drone firm Powerus signs Pakistan Army deal
US drone manufacturer Powerus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Pakistan Army, which includes an initial order for drone-related systems. The company is also slated to merge with Aureus Greenway Holdings, a firm in which Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump hold a significant stake.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIndia tells UN 9/11 plotters hid in Pakistani communities, not caves
India's UN envoy stated that the architects of the 9/11 attacks were found in settled Pakistani communities, not remote hideouts. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni asserted that the same environment that sheltered them continues to support terror groups, while also raising concerns about Afghan returnees.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian Strikes Injure 13 in Kyiv and Odesa
Russian airstrikes hit Kyiv and Odesa, injuring at least 13 people and damaging buildings including residential structures, warehouses, and a gas station. A child was among those wounded in Odesa.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomCanada applies to join UK military coalition
Canada has formally applied to join the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF), a military coalition of 10 NATO allies. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the application, which aims to diversify Canada's defence ties beyond the United States.
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Business & Economy · ChinaHuawei Plans Four New AI Chips Over Three Years
Huawei has announced plans to release four new Ascend AI chips within the next three years, aiming to compete with Nvidia. The Ascend 950 chip will feature proprietary high-bandwidth memory, a key technological advancement for China. The company also plans new computing power supernodes.
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Politics · AfricaUS imposes visa restrictions on South Africans over discrimination claims
The United States has imposed new visa restrictions on certain South African nationals, citing race-based discrimination and uncompensated land seizures. South Africa has rejected the US allegations, stating the measures are based on mischaracterised policies and fringe group information.
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Politics · Middle EastUS State Department issues travel advisory for Saudi Arabia
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Saudi Arabia, urging citizens to reconsider travel due to risks including Iranian drone and missile attacks, armed conflict, and terrorism. The border region with Yemen is designated a 'Do Not Travel' area.
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Business & EconomyGas prices expected to surge Wednesday and Thursday
Gasoline and diesel prices are expected to increase significantly on Wednesday and Thursday, with analysts pointing to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran as primary drivers. The U.S. average diesel price has reached $6.301 per gallon, and gasoline is at $4.355 per gallon.
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Politics · United StatesUS names India, China, Pakistan on drug transit and production list
The US has named India, China, and Pakistan among 23 countries designated as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations for fiscal year 2027. The determination acknowledges India's efforts to combat opium cultivation but identifies Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Colombia as having failed counternarcotics obligations.
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PoliticsStaffing Issues Hamper Federal Unit Investigating Missing Indigenous People
The Bureau of Indian Affairs' Missing and Murdered Unit, created in 2021, is plagued by staffing problems, leading to case backlogs and families not receiving necessary victim services. Federal spending has increased, but a significant portion of funds are redirected, and many positions remain unfilled.
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Business & EconomyIndian Stock Market Snaps Losing Streak
India's stock market ended a two-day decline on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty both closing higher. While some sectors like FMCG and PSU banks saw gains, the IT sector experienced a downturn.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS military releases footage of Iran airman rescue operation
The U.S. military has released footage of a large-scale combat search-and-rescue operation to retrieve two crew members of an F-15E Strike Eagle shot down by an Iranian missile. One airman was rescued within hours, while the other remained stranded for nearly two days.
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Politics · United StatesUS House advances bill for Russia sanctions, potential tariffs on India
The US House of Representatives has advanced a bill that could allow President Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas. The bill, which previously passed the Senate, is set for a final vote.
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Politics · United StatesRepublican Bo French's racist UT post draws bipartisan condemnation
Bo French, a Republican candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, posted a photo mocking South Asian students at a University of Texas football game. Republican leaders John Cornyn and Dustin Burrows condemned the post, and former adviser Karl Rove said he will vote for Democrat Jon Rosenthal.
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