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Jagan suffers big political blow in own backyard

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Aug

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Jagan suffers big political blow in own backyard

Pulivendula in Andhra Pradesh’s Kadapa district was long seen as an impregnable fortress of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s family; a symbol of unquestioned political dominance since the 1970s. Not anymore. This fortress has been breached for the first time by the Chandrababu Naidu-led Telugu Desam Party when its candidate won a recent by-election to the Pulivendula Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency (ZPTC). The defeat of the YSR Congress Party candidate in its backyard marks a tectonic shift in the political landscape of the restive Rayalaseema region. The loss comes as a major setback to Jagan who represents Pulivendula in…

Dewald Brevis creates history, becomes first-ever player to achieve major record against Australia in T20Is

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Aug

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Dewald Brevis creates history, becomes first-ever player to achieve major record against Australia in T20Is

Dewald Brevis turned on his butcher mode once again as he slammed a blistering 26-ball 53 in the third T20I against Australia. Brevis hit four consecutive sixes off Aaron Hardie as he registered a historic record against Australia. New Delhi: South African batter Dewald Brevis continued his Midas touch as he produced yet another jaw-dropping knock in the third T20I against Australia in Cairns on Saturday, August 16. Brevis, who had slammed a masterful hundred in the second T20I, had another blistering outing in the decider as he made 53 from 26 deliveries at Cazaly's Stadium. During his knock, the…

Pakistan again extends closure of Rahim Yar Khan airbase destroyed by Indian strikes during Operation Sindoor

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Aug

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Pakistan again extends closure of Rahim Yar Khan airbase destroyed by Indian strikes during Operation Sindoor

Pakistan’s military infrastructure continues to be reeling from the impact of India’s precision strikes under Operation Sindoor. New Delhi: Pakistan’s Rahim Yar Khan airbase in Punjab province will remain closed until August 22, 2025, following extensive damage caused by India's precision strikes during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Initially expected to reopen by August 6, the base central to Pakistan's air defense network seems to have suffered irreparable damage to its runway and operational facilities. The Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by Pakistan has been updated. Open-source intelligence expert Damien Saymon in a post on social media, wrote, “Pakistan once…

‘The Bengal Files’ trailer launch cancelled in Kolkata

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Aug

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Entertainment

‘The Bengal Files’ trailer launch cancelled in Kolkata

Director Vivek Agnihotri has alleged that the Kolkata Police prevented the trailer launch of his film, 'The Bengal Files'. Agnihotri claimed that the event, scheduled at a private hotel, was disrupted after unknown individuals cut the wires. "If this is not dictatorship/fascism, then what is?" he asked. He suggested that the incident proved the film's importance, stating, "Law and order in your state has failed, and this is the reason that everyone supports 'The Bengal Files'." He added that the hotel management could not provide a reason for the cancellation, despite the event having gone through all the necessary…

AUS vs SA: Dewald Brevis continues red-hot form, smashes four sixes in an over against Aaron Hardie

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Aug

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AUS vs SA: Dewald Brevis continues red-hot form, smashes four sixes in an over against Aaron Hardie

Star South Africa batter Dewald Brevis put in an exceptional performance against Australia in the first innings of the third T20I of the series. Completing his half century, Brevis stole the show with four consecutive sixes against Aaron Hardie. New Delhi: Australia and South Africa continued their ongoing T20I series by taking on each other in the third and final clash. The two sides locked horns at Cazaly's Stadium, Cairns, on August 16, and the game began with South Africa coming in to bat first after losing the toss. The visitors got off to a troublesome start to the game…

CM Omar’s signature campaign draws flak, oppn says a ‘gimmick’

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Aug

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CM Omar’s signature campaign draws flak, oppn says a ‘gimmick’

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's proposed signature campaign for statehood restoration has drawn flak from opposition political parties in Kashmir as they are labeling it a mockery and betrayal of public trust. While the parties are terming the move as a gimmick to distract NC's 'betrayal' on Article 370 and statehood, they are also contending this as CM's confession of political failure. From its traditional rival PDP to Sajjad Lone's PC and AIP , all are critical of the announcement made by Omar Abdullah with regard to door to door campaign for statehood. They accuse Abdullah of normalizing the decisions…

Amitabh on Abhishek winning Best Actor award

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Aug

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Amitabh on Abhishek winning Best Actor award

Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan bagged the Best Actor award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) for his acting in “I Want to Talk”. The festival commenced on Thursday and will conclude on August 24. Speaking as a proud father, Megastar Amitabh Bachchan praised his son for the achievement, saying that he is the “pride and honour of the family”. Amitabh posted pictures of Abhishek on his personal blog on Saturday. The first picture featured Abhishek holding the award, while another featured him on the cover of a magazine. "The happiest Father in the entire Universe…

ICC imposes five-year ban on Saliya Saman under Anti-Corruption Code

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Aug

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ICC imposes five-year ban on Saliya Saman under Anti-Corruption Code

The ICC (International Cricket Council) announced that it would be imposing a ban on former Sri Lanka domestic cricketer Saliya Saman under its Anti-Corruption Code. A five-year ban has been imposed on Saliya Saman. New Delhi: In a major development, former Sri Lanka domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned by the ICC (International Cricket Council) for five years. It is worth noting that Saliya Saman was found guilty by the ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal after he was found in breach of the ECB (Emirates Cricket Board) Anti-Corruption Code. It is interesting to note that Saman was one of the eight…

Independence Day: Visakhapatnam’s landmarks of the freedom struggle

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Aug

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Independence Day: Visakhapatnam’s landmarks of the freedom struggle

While much of India’s freedom struggle is told through events in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata, Visakhapatnam had its own powerful, if quieter, moments of resistance. From salt-laden hands held high at the beach to fiery speeches in the Town Hall, these landmarks narrate the city’s fight for swaraj.In the 1940s, Visakhapatnam was a relatively small coastal town with fewer organised public events when compared to major urban centres of the Independence Movement. Yet the spaces and stories that have survived from that period reveal a city fully engaged in the struggle, albeit in its own manner. The dawn of freedom…

‘Lord Krishna has spread…’: Bangladesh’s Yunus wishes Hindus on Janmashtami

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Aug

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‘Lord Krishna has spread…’: Bangladesh’s Yunus wishes Hindus on Janmashtami

Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government in Bangladesh, wished Hindus on Janmashtami. Read what he said. New Delhi: Nearly a year after the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent former ISKCON priest and spokesperson for the Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, the interim government of Bangladesh extended greetings to the Hindu community during the celebration of Janmashtami. Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government, issued a message of peace and communal harmony. Yunus praised the ideals of Lord Sri Krishna, calling his message of justice, human compassion, and peace pivotal in fostering…