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Technology
Privacy in India: Surveillance, Doxxing and Voter Data
India’s privacy debate extends beyond surveillance, covering doxxing, deepfakes, facial recognition and the use of personal data in electoral processes.
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Technology
Amazon Simplifies Fire TV Lineup With Fewer Models
Amazon has simplified its Fire TV lineup, removing the 4K Select and 4K Plus models and keeping four streaming devices across different price points.
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World
India Attends SCO Planning Meet in Islamabad Amid UN Tensions
India attended an SCO planning meet in Islamabad, its first official visit since Operation Sindoor, days after UNGA sparring with Pakistan over terrorism and Kashmir.
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Technology
Apple HomePad Smart Home Hub May Launch October 13
Apple’s rumored HomePad smart home hub may launch October 13 alongside a new HomePod mini and Apple TV, with an AI-powered Siri experience.
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Sports
Prem Khandle Crowned Overall Winner of FIM Moto Mini India Series
Prem Khandle won the FIM Moto Mini India Series 2026 in Bengaluru, earning a spot in Valencia’s World Series alongside runner‑up Rian Sarath.
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Health
Can You Eat Ice Cream When You Have a Cold?
Ice cream does not necessarily worsen a cold, but cold foods may affect people differently. Here’s what to know about ice cream, mucus and sore throat.
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Sports
Akash Deep Returns Stronger After Injury Setback
Akash Deep returns in the Irani Cup after seven months out with a stress fracture, reflecting on hardships and resilience that shaped his cricketing journey.
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Health
Is AI Dulling Your Brain? The Risk of Overreliance
Heavy reliance on AI may encourage cognitive offloading and reduce active thinking. Experts explain how to use AI without replacing critical thinking.
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Sports
Sree Charani Sets New ICC Women’s T20I Bowling Record
India’s Sree Charani set a new ICC Women’s T20I bowling record with 817 rating points, surpassing Megan Schutt’s 2018 mark, cementing her global dominance.
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Health
India’s Ageing Population to Rise as Fertility Falls
India is expected to have a much older population later this century as fertility falls below replacement level and the country’s age structure shifts.
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Health
Seasonal Infections Rise During Monsoon: How to Stay Safe
Seasonal infections are rising during the monsoon, including flu, COVID-19, dengue and typhoid. Learn key hygiene and prevention measures.
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Health
TB Preventive Treatment Protection May Wane After One Year
A Lancet Respiratory Medicine study found TB preventive treatment offers strong early protection, but its long-term benefit may vary by disease burden.
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Health
Brain Fog: When Forgetfulness May Need Investigation
Brain fog can involve poor concentration, memory problems and slower thinking. Experts explain when persistent cognitive difficulties may need evaluation.
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Health
CDSCO Warns Against Painkiller, Antibiotic Misuse
CDSCO has warned against indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics, citing kidney risks and antimicrobial resistance from inappropriate use.
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Sports
Lovlina Borgohain Reaches Final, Priya & Kapil Win Bronze
Lovlina Borgohain reached her second consecutive Asian Games final, assuring silver, while debutants Priya Ghanghas and Kapil Pokhariya won bronze medals for India.
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National
Delhi High Court Rejects Bail Pleas of Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in 2020 Riots Case
Delhi High Court rejected bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in 2020 riots conspiracy case, citing serious allegations under UAPA provisions.
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Sports
Asian Games 2026: India’s Golden Day in Hockey, Archery & Shooting
India’s women’s hockey team, compound archers, and shooters clinched major wins at Asian Games 2026, securing multiple gold medals and historic records in a golden day.
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Business
Small Savings Rates: NSC, SCSS and POMIS vs G-Sec Yields
Small savings rates remain unchanged as G-sec yields create gaps between formula-linked and actual returns on NSC, SCSS, POMIS and Post Office deposits.
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Sports
Karate to Archery Gold: How Chikitha’s Father Shaped Her Sporting Destiny
Chikitha Taniparthi, guided by her father from karate to archery, won double gold at Asian Games 2026, crediting mentor Abhishek Verma for her success.
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Business
Flydubai FZ1073 Plunges 14,000 Feet Before Saudi Diversion
Flydubai flight FZ1073 plunged over 14,000 feet before diverting to Saudi Arabia after an onboard incident involving the pilots was reported.
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Sports
India Wins Double Gold in Compound Archery
India won double gold in compound archery at Asian Games 2026, with Sahil Jadhav‑Chikitha Taniparthi and the women’s team retaining titles and securing Olympic quota.
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Business
India Quick-Commerce Sector Enters a New Profitability Phase
India’s quick-commerce sector is shifting from rapid expansion to profitability, with Blinkit turning EBITDA positive while rivals work to improve unit economics.
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Business
Cabinet Clears ₹2.79 Lakh Crore Package, Hikes Rabi MSP
Union Cabinet approves ₹2.79 lakh crore package covering Rabi MSP hikes, PM DHARA renewable energy and Delhi’s intelligent traffic system.
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Sports
Neeru Dhanda & Kynan Chenai Clinch Trap Mixed Team Gold
India’s Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai won trap mixed team gold at Asian Games 2026, scoring 34 and breaking the continental record in Nagoya.