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Ganpati Special Trains 2026: Central Railway announces 246 Ganpati Special trains for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Check booking dates, routes and how to book tickets

Ganpati Special Trains 2026: Central Railway announces 246 Ganpati Special trains for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Check booking dates, routes and how to book tickets

Central Railway announces 246 Ganpati Special trains One of the most-awaited Hindu festivals is almost here and travellers must already be planning to head to Maharashtra's Konkan region for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026. In a bid to manage the annual festive rush, Central Railway has announced 246 Ganpati Special train services. The news comes as a relief for thousands of devotees travelling home to celebrate the festival. As per Central Railway, the special train plan consists of 184 reserved special trains. These include AC, Sleeper and Unreserved coaches, along with 62 unreserved MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) special services. MEMU is…
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At least 19 killed, over two dozen injured in police firing during protest march in PoK

At least 19 killed, over two dozen injured in police firing during protest march in PoK

Rawalakot: A major confrontation unfolded in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after Pakistani security forces allegedly opened fire on protesters in Rawalakot, killing at least 19 people and injuring more than two dozen others. The incident took place during a protest march led by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which has accused the authorities of using excessive force against unarmed demonstrators. According to the organisation, the protesters were marching towards D-Chowk after reaching Chinar Chowk and were expected to halt for the night at Maqbool Bhat Shaheed Chowk when the firing took place. JAAC alleges security forces targeted unarmed protesters In…
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India Post’s new Speed Post tariffs from August 1, government clarifies letter, parcel categories

India Post’s new Speed Post tariffs from August 1, government clarifies letter, parcel categories

New Delhi: For the first time, the Department of Posts has notified the definition of a document, which will include letters, printed items, and complimentary items that have no resale value. Such items will attract lower fees, while all other items will fall under the parcel category. Furthermore, India Post has also notified rates for 24-speed post and 48-speed post services for retail and wholesale customers. The 24-speed post service delivers goods within 24 hours, while the 48-speed post service delivers goods within 48 hours. These things are under the document category According to the notification, products related to the…
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Zinedine Zidane appointed as new France head coach after Didier Deschamps calls it quits after 14 years

Zinedine Zidane appointed as new France head coach after Didier Deschamps calls it quits after 14 years

Paris: Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the France national team. He takes over the charge after Didier Deschamps brought an end to his 14-year tenure following Franceโ€™s semi-final elimination at the 2026 World Cup. The former Real Madrid manager will lead Les Bleus into their next international cycle, with his contract set to run through the 2030 World Cup qualifiers. Notably, Zidane returns to coaching after being away from the dugout since leaving Real Madrid for a second time in 2021. The appointment marks a return to the national setup for one of Franceโ€™s…
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Earthquake of 7.1-magnitude hits Japan, tremors felt across the country, tsunami advisory issued

Earthquake of 7.1-magnitude hits Japan, tremors felt across the country, tsunami advisory issued

Tokyo: A massive earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 shook Kumamoto on Japan's southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon and a tsunami advisory was issued, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The quake was reported at the depth of 10 km (6 miles) below the sea surface, JMA said. No damage or injuries were immediately reported after the 4:29 pm quake. The quake was recorded in the western region of Kumamoto, about 900 km (540 miles) southwest of Tokyo. However, the US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said there was no risk of a tsunami beyond local coasts. In…
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India’s U19 World Cup final centurion denied bail following match-fixing allegations in LPL

India’s U19 World Cup final centurion denied bail following match-fixing allegations in LPL

Colombo: Former India Under-19 cricketer, who scored a century in the 2018 final against Australia,ย and Jaffna Kings co-owner Manjot Kalra will remain in judicial custody after a Colombo court declined his request for early bail in an investigation into alleged match-fixing linked to the ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026. Kalra and fellow Indian national Yuvraj Pushpa had sought release before Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama after being remanded until July 31 following their arrests earlier this month. The court, however, allowed the existing remand order to continue after hearing submissions from both sides. According to PTI, the defence…
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‘Not interested in back-and-forth with Netanyahu’: Mamdani as Israeli PM heads to White House

‘Not interested in back-and-forth with Netanyahu’: Mamdani as Israeli PM heads to White House

New York: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani brushed aside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusation that he was "fomenting hate", saying he was "not interested in getting into a back-and-forth" with the Israeli leader over his past support for the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant against him, according to Foxย  News. Mamdani's comments came as Netanyahu arrived in Washington for high-level talks with US President Donald Trump. According to a White House official, the two leaders are expected to discuss developments related to Iran, the framework agreement with Lebanon following the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, and efforts to expand the…
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Gold price drops 1% on MCX, silver slides Rs 4,826 amid profit booking | Check city-wise rates

Gold price drops 1% on MCX, silver slides Rs 4,826 amid profit booking | Check city-wise rates

Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures dropped on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, amid profit booking as the dollar index remains above 101 ahead of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision. The gold August 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a drop of Rs 710 or 0.49 per cent at Rs 1,42,353 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,43,063. It later fell to touch an intraday low of Rs 1,41,681, a drop of Rs 1,382 or 0.96 per cent. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 1,42,150 with a drop of Rs…
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Tiger Shroff set for competitive football debut? Bollywood star registers for Durand Cup 2026

Tiger Shroff set for competitive football debut? Bollywood star registers for Durand Cup 2026

New Delhi: Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has been included in Mumbay FC's registered squad for the club's debut Durand Cup campaign. Technical Director Zoheb Khan confirmed that efforts are underway to facilitate his appearance during the tournament. The club has not yet finalised which match Shroff could feature in, but officials are planning around logistical and security requirements before confirming his travel. Notably, Mumbay FC will begin their campaign in Shillong, where all of its group-stage fixtures will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. โ€œHeโ€™s registered with the squad, and we are trying our best to arrange everything. A…
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Packaging stock below Rs 700 in focus as company’s Net profit jumps 14% YoY, check share price

Packaging stock below Rs 700 in focus as company’s Net profit jumps 14% YoY, check share price

Mumbai: Shares of Mold-Tek Packaging Limited, which is involved in the manufacturing of injection-moulded containers for lubes, paints, food and other products, are in focus as the company has released its April-June quarter results for the financial year 2026-27. The stock started the trading session in the green at Rs 699.95, with a gain of Rs 8.15 or 1.17 per cent from the previous close of Rs 691.80 on the BSE. However, the stock declined and touched the intraday low of Rs 644.35, representing a fall of Rs 47.45 or 6.85 per cent from the last closing price. Last seen,…
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