Tamil Nadu will begin desilting 10,185 irrigation channels and 809 ponds across 37 districts from August 17, 2026, under the VB-G RAM G scheme. The ₹507.92-crore initiative aims to enhance water storage, recharge groundwater, and improve flood control ahead of the northeast monsoon.
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ONGC has received a U.S. licence to fully resume operations in Venezuela, ending years of sanctions-related restrictions. The move allows the company to invest, recover dividends, and potentially take over operatorship of projects from PDVSA, supporting India's energy security efforts.
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A passenger's licensed pistol accidentally discharged during security screening at Varanasi airport on Friday, injuring two staff members. The incident occurred while the weapon was being checked for a Mumbai-bound Air India Express flight. Police are investigating.
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NEP Review Committee Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar says national exams like NEET, JEE, and CUET are prominent, but most admissions in India are decentralised. Citing AISHE data, he explains how different admission routes coexist with national-level testing.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has accused Congress of insulting the national song Vande Mataram after a viral video shows Sonia Gandhi and others apparently gesturing to stop it. The Congress party has not yet responded, and the video's authenticity remains unverified.
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A 20-year-old B.Tech student from Arunachal Pradesh was found dead in Kerala, prompting a police investigation. Students have raised concerns over the college's credit-based 'year back' system, and the Higher Education Minister has announced a probe into the incident.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and leaders of France, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, and Cyprus for their Independence Day greetings, expressing hopes for stronger bilateral ties and deeper people-to-people connections as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day.
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At least three people were killed in Ukraine and three injured in Russia as both countries exchanged heavy aerial strikes overnight. Ukrainian officials reported fires in Kyiv and strikes in the south, while Moscow said it intercepted dozens of Ukrainian drones.
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The Supreme Court will hear on August 17 Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea against an Allahabad High Court order directing the CBI and ED to verify disproportionate assets allegations. The High Court had earlier expressed dissatisfaction with the CBI's response and sought a fresh affidavit.
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MCR TIMS Sanathnagar, Telangana's largest government hospital with 1,082 beds, is set to open in Hyderabad on August 17, 2026. The facility includes 300 ICU beds, 15 major operating theatres, and advanced specialities, aiming to boost public healthcare and medical tourism.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, praising his leadership and service to the nation. Vajpayee, a statesman known for his diplomatic and domestic initiatives, left a lasting legacy in Indian politics.
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Congress leader Anisur Rahman and his son Abu Sufiyan were shot dead in West Bengal's Nadia district on Independence Day. Police have launched an investigation, while political leaders have condemned the attack and demanded a fair inquiry.
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West Bengal Police's STF arrested three people from Coochbehar for suspected ISI links, allegedly involved in smuggling Indian SIM cards to Pakistan via Bangladesh and running a counterfeit currency racket. The accused have been remanded to 14-day police custody.
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The White House has accused India and around 40 other countries of helping China evade U.S. tariffs through transshipment. The report estimates significant revenue losses for the U.S., and the allegations could impact India's trade relations with Washington.
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TMC leader G.K. Vasan condemned the deaths of two students in a Chennai school and demanded a government crackdown on illegal drugs. He called for a thorough investigation and strict punishment for those responsible, while stressing the need for awareness among students.
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Maharashtra FDA has issued show-cause notices to actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff over the Vimal Elaichi advertisement, alleging surrogate promotion of prohibited pan masala. The actors have been directed to stop endorsing the product and provide documentary evidence within 15 days.
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The MCC has announced that NEET UG 2026 counselling Round 1 seat allotment results will be declared on August 19. Candidates must lock choices by August 17 and report to allotted institutes from August 20 to 25. The revised schedule is available on mcc.nic.in.
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An accidental firing of a passenger's licensed pistol at Varanasi airport on Sunday injured two security personnel. The incident occurred during a routine weapons check, and an investigation has been ordered.
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The Kerala SIT is fast-tracking an investigation into suspected GST evasion linked to foreign remittances made by a private firm for a proposed Messi-Argentina exhibition match in 2025. The probe could lead to a wider anti-corruption enquiry and possible referrals to multiple agencies.
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The NTA has released provisional answer keys for UGC-NET June 2026 across 84 subjects, with a challenge window open until August 18. A separate notice is due for English, Commerce, and Sociology. CSIR-NET answer keys are also available.
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The NTA has released the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key for 84 subjects on the official website. Candidates can challenge answers from August 16 to 18, 2026, by paying a fee of Rs 200 per question, which is refundable if the challenge is accepted.
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Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury condemned the murder of a local Congress leader and his son in West Bengal, calling it deeply concerning and demanding a thorough probe. He said the incident raises questions about law and order in the state and urged the administration to ensure justice.
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Around 2,000 applications for exotic animal registration are pending in Tamil Nadu, with the Forest Department also lacking dedicated facilities to house seized wildlife. This dual challenge threatens effective regulation and enforcement, officials and activists say.
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Ashis Banerjee, former West Bengal Minister and five-time TMC MLA, was found dead at a party office in Birbhum. A note denying wrongdoing was recovered, and an autopsy has been ordered as leaders across parties expressed grief.
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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar paid tributes to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, hailing his visionary leadership and commitment to democracy. Their remarks highlight Vajpayee's enduring legacy across party lines.
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The RJD has mocked Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar over a salute during a flag-hoisting ceremony, questioning his gesture. The minister has not yet responded, and the incident has intensified political tensions in the state.
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The Standing Committee on Finance has flagged a severe 43% vacancy rate in DIPAM, which manages public assets worth over ₹42.76 lakh crore. It has recommended an inter-departmental task force to fill 38 vacant posts and stressed the need for proactive legal safeguards for strategic CPSEs.
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Students and alumni of NLSIU have opposed the participation of Chief Justice Surya Kant and BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra at the university's convocation, citing the BCI's actions against NALSAR students and concerns over free speech. They have demanded an unconditional apology from the BCI and a rethink on the chief guest's selection.
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The Indian-American community in the New York tri-state area set a Guinness World Record for the largest flagpole number by arranging 1,300 flags to form the number 250, celebrating India's 80th Independence Day and the US 250th anniversary. The event underscored the strong bond between the two nations and the diaspora's role as a bridge.
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Police in Alwar detained several students ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit, citing an alleged plan to protest and show black flags. The students reportedly intended to raise demand for restoration of student union elections, the alleged Matsya scam, and other issues. Shah will inaugurate projects worth ₹6,279 crore.
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The Metropolitan Police has apologised after a data breach exposed the email addresses of around 140 women who accused late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed of sexual abuse. The force is investigating the incident and reviewing its processes to prevent a recurrence.
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