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Raja Muthupandi fights back to bag silver in 65kg weightlifting as India’s medal tally swells at CWG 2026

Raja Muthupandi fights back to bag silver in 65kg weightlifting as India’s medal tally swells at CWG 2026

Glasgow: India's impressive run in weightlifting at the 2026 Commonwealth Games continued on Sunday (local time) as Raja Muthupandi produced a determined performance to clinch the silver medal in the men's 65kg category in Glasgow. His podium finish marked India's third medal of the day, with all three coming from weightlifting. The 26-year-old lifter finished with a combined total of 286kg, registering 126kg in the snatch and 160kg in the clean and jerk. His effort was enough to secure second place behind Malaysia's Aznil Bin Bidin Muhamed, who lifted a Commonwealth Games record total of 299 kg to claim his…
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‘No path forward except jihad and resistance’: Mojtaba Khamenei commends Hezbollah’s stance against Israel

‘No path forward except jihad and resistance’: Mojtaba Khamenei commends Hezbollah’s stance against Israel

Tehran: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei praised Hezbollah for its steadfast resistance against Israel, describing the Lebanese armed group's resilience as a symbol of hope and liberation for oppressed people around the world. In a post on X,ย Khamenei responded to a letter of allegiance from Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem and the group's fighters. He commended the group for standing "like an unyielding rock" in the face of what he described as the "savage aggression" of Israel and its allies. No path forward except jihad and resistance:ย Khameneiย  "Today, as the nations of the world have grown weary of the…
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Kelly Clarkson is โ€˜so gladโ€™ to be single

Kelly Clarkson is โ€˜so gladโ€™ to be single

Singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson has shared rare insights into her personal life, saying she is happy being single and has no desire to rush back into dating. ย  During her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace on July 24, Clarkson reflected on relationships and why she is content on her own. "People are like, 'Oh, why are you single?' And I'm like, 'First of all, there are a lot of people out here making single look real good,'" Clarkson told the audience. ย  "And if you didn't really understand what I meant by that, it's like you see relationships and you're…
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Oil prices ease after US-Iran military pause: What it means for inflation and the global economy?

Oil prices ease after US-Iran military pause: What it means for inflation and the global economy?

New York: Global oil prices witnessed a sharp decline in early trading on Sunday after the United States and Iran avoided launching fresh military strikes in the Persian Gulf for the second consecutive day. The temporary pause in hostilities eased immediate concerns over disruptions to global crude supplies, prompting traders to book profits after oil prices had surged to a two-month high last week. Brent crude,ย the global benchmark, dropped 4.9 per cent to USD 92.02 per barrel in early trade after markets reopened. The decline came after the benchmark had already slipped 3.9 per cent on Friday. Last week, Brent…
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Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by police; authorities call it ‘Islamic terror’ strike | 10 Points

Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by police; authorities call it ‘Islamic terror’ strike | 10 Points

New Delhi: German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has called the fatal attack near Berlin's Pride festival believed to be an "Islamic terror attack". A van came ramming and stabbing at the Pride festival's closing party, which left one person dead and several others injured as police begun its search operation.ย  The authorities have issued a notice and given a warning to the people against approaching Abdul Ballout, who is a German citizen but has roots in Lebanon. "Everything we see here points to us dealing with an Islamic terror attack," Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said. Meanwhile, the suspect wasย killed in…
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‘Can’t go unanswered’: Iran warns of retaliation after Ukraine’s attack on ship in Caspian Sea kills one

‘Can’t go unanswered’: Iran warns of retaliation after Ukraine’s attack on ship in Caspian Sea kills one

Tehran: Tehran on Sunday threatened to Ukraine after an Iranian vessel was alleged targeted by Kyiv in the Caspian Sea, with Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Aragchi describing the attack as a violation of the UN Charter. He further said that during calls with the European Union's Kaja Kallas and Russian top diplomat Sergei Lavrov, he "made clear that what the freeloader in Kyiv did CANNOT GO UNANSWERED". "Zelenskyy has attacked an Iranian commercial vessel, killing a sailor. A blatant UN Charter violation done at Israel's behest to drag Europe into its war," he said in an X (previously Twitter)…
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Quote of the Day by Confucius, “When you see a worthy person, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy person, then….”

Quote of the Day by Confucius, “When you see a worthy person, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy person, then….”

Quote of the Day by Confucius Confucius is one of the most famous and impactful thinkers in history. His teachings have shaped the cultures, governments, educational systems, and moral values of China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and many other parts of Asia. His ideas still inspire people today who seek wisdom about relationships, leadership, learning and self-improvement. Many philosophers were busy with abstract theories, but Confucius was of the opinion that a better society starts with better individuals. His teachings emphasised honesty, kindness, humility, discipline, respect for others and lifelong learning. Life of ConfuciusConfucius was born in 551 BCE in the…
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NC spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar accused the PDP chief of unabashedly defending the use of brutal force against local youth and children.

NC spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar accused the PDP chief of unabashedly defending the use of brutal force against local youth and children.

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has landed at the centre of a fresh political storm after drawing a parallel between Gen Z protesters at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar and agitators in Kashmir, asserting that force was justified in the Valley under the guise of fighting militancy. ย  ย  Her comments, made during her Jantar Mantar appearance earlier this week, in which she attempted to defend past crackdowns on local demonstrators, drew swift, sharp backlash from the rival political parties, who revived her infamous 2016 โ€œmilk and toffeeโ€ quote to accuse the former chief minister of blatant hypocrisy. ย  At the Jantar…
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France likely to respond to India’s 114 Rafale jet Letter of Request by mid-August: Report

France likely to respond to India’s 114 Rafale jet Letter of Request by mid-August: Report

New Delhi: France is expected to give its official response to India's 114 Rafale deal Letter of Request by mid-August. India gave a Letter of Request to France earlier in May, and the French officials have sought time till mid-August. News agency ANI reported that New Delhi and Paris would sit at the negotiation table after France gives its response. India sent a Letter of Request (LoR) to France in May this year to begin negotiations for a government-to-government deal to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF).ย  Under the proposal, 94 of the aircraft would…
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Masaba Gupta debuts bridal collection at India Couture Week 2026

Masaba Gupta debuts bridal collection at India Couture Week 2026

Continuing its celebration of Indian craftsmanship, the second day of India Couture Week 2026 saw designers Masaba Gupta and JJ Valaya present their own, distinct visions of Indian couture. ย  While both collections drew inspiration from traditional aesthetics, the designers stayed true to their signature design languages. ย  Marking a significant milestone in her design journey, Masaba presented her first-ever bridal couture collection 'Chardi Kala', bringing her bold prints and unconventional sensibilities into the world of wedding fashion. ย  "The journey begins in the sacred landscapes of India before drifting into the blue-green waters of Antigua and the vibrant tropics…
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