‘Country first, commerce later’: Indian refiners unlikely to stop Russia oil trade

Despite US tariffs, Indian refineries are maintaining Russian oil imports, prioritizing national interests in ongoing trade discussions. Government officials and industry executives suggest India is firm in its stance, believing that conceding on oil could invite further demands.

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An Israeli military spokesperson announced the "inevitable" evacuation of Gaza City amidst intensified operations against Hamas. The UN has warned of a potential famine due to this evacuation plan. Meanwhile, US President Trump plans to discuss post-war Gaza strategies.

The Assam government will now scrutinise land transfers between people of different faiths, focusing on legality, funding sources, social impact, and national security. This SOP will also apply to NGOs buying land for educational or healthcare institutions. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on September 8 to inaugurate a bio-refinery and lay foundation stones for infrastructure projects.

Inter-faith land transfers in Assam to be probed, says CM Himanta

The Assam government will now scrutinise land transfers between people of different faiths, focusing on legality, funding sources, social impact, and national security. This SOP will also apply to NGOs buying land for educational or healthcare institutions. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on September 8 to inaugurate a bio-refinery and lay foundation stones for infrastructure projects.

India’s T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a viral flu and will undergo training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru this week. While Gill missed the Duleep Trophy opener, several top cricketers including Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya are also at the CoE for fitness work.

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India’s T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a viral flu and will undergo training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru this week. While Gill missed the Duleep Trophy opener, several top cricketers including Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya are also at the CoE for fitness work.

In response to US tariffs, India is targeting 40 key markets, including the UK and Japan, to boost textile exports. This diversification strategy aims to position India as a reliable supplier of sustainable textiles. Export Promotion Councils will lead the effort, leveraging FTAs and international trade fairs.

India counters US tariffs: Centre plans 40-nation outreach; textile exports in focus

In response to US tariffs, India is targeting 40 key markets, including the UK and Japan, to boost textile exports. This diversification strategy aims to position India as a reliable supplier of sustainable textiles. Export Promotion Councils will lead the effort, leveraging FTAs and international trade fairs.

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson addressed the controversy surrounding his son, Raja, and an alleged assault involving professional wrestler Syko Stu, during a recent livestream. While expressing sympathy for Stu and his family, Jackson emphasized his role as a father, and said that he must support his son during this difficult time.

Rampage Jackson goes live and addresses his son Raja Jackson’s assault on wrestler

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson addressed the controversy surrounding his son, Raja, and an alleged assault involving professional wrestler Syko Stu, during a recent livestream. While expressing sympathy for Stu and his family, Jackson emphasized his role as a father, and said that he must support his son during this difficult time.

‘No more phones in classrooms’: South Korea announces nationwide ban

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US President Donald Trump has warned Russia of a potential "economic war" if Putin and Zelenskiy fail to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Despite a Trump-Putin summit and facilitated dialogues, no concrete meeting arrangements have materialized.

‘Bad for Russia’: Trump warns of ‘economic war’ if Putin rejects Ukraine talks

US President Donald Trump has warned Russia of a potential "economic war" if Putin and Zelenskiy fail to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Despite a Trump-Putin summit and facilitated dialogues, no concrete meeting arrangements have materialized.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement on August 26 via a joint Instagram post, sparking widespread celebration. The news, accompanied by photos of the proposal, drew congratulations from celebrities, athletes, and political figures, including Donald Trump. Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany also shared their excitement.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engaged: Celebrities send couple their love

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement on August 26 via a joint Instagram post, sparking widespread celebration. The news, accompanied by photos of the proposal, drew congratulations from celebrities, athletes, and political figures, including Donald Trump. Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany also shared their excitement.

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New Zealand rugby is mourning the sudden death of Shane Christie, 39, a former Highlanders flanker and Māori All Black. His career was cut short by repeated concussions, leading to struggles with headaches and memory loss. Christie became an advocate for concussion awareness, joining the Billy Guyton Foundation and pledging his brain for research.

Maori All Black Shane Christie dies at 39; tragedy reignites concussion debate

New Zealand rugby is mourning the sudden death of Shane Christie, 39, a former Highlanders flanker and Māori All Black. His career was cut short by repeated concussions, leading to struggles with headaches and memory loss. Christie became an advocate for concussion awareness, joining the Billy Guyton Foundation and pledging his brain for research.

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The Kerala High Court has granted anticipatory bail to rapper Hirandas Murali, known as Vedan, in a rape case. The court acknowledged the seriousness of the charges but determined that custodial interrogation was unnecessary. A woman doctor accused Vedan of sexual harassment and engaging in a sexual relationship under the false promise of marriage between 2021 and 2023.

Kerala HC grants anticipatory bail to rapper Vedan in rape case

The Kerala High Court has granted anticipatory bail to rapper Hirandas Murali, known as Vedan, in a rape case. The court acknowledged the seriousness of the charges but determined that custodial interrogation was unnecessary. A woman doctor accused Vedan of sexual harassment and engaging in a sexual relationship under the false promise of marriage between 2021 and 2023.

Torrential rains have devastated Jammu and Kashmir, causing widespread landslides and flash floods that have claimed at least 31 lives. The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage has been suspended following a deadly landslide, and transportation networks are severely disrupted with train cancellations and highway closures.

J&K rain fury: 31 dead as massive landslide buries Vaishno Devi pilgrims

Torrential rains have devastated Jammu and Kashmir, causing widespread landslides and flash floods that have claimed at least 31 lives. The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage has been suspended following a deadly landslide, and transportation networks are severely disrupted with train cancellations and highway closures.