Hajj 2026 in Oman: Registration opens soon, important dates and how to apply

The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs in Oman has opened Hajj registration for the 1447 AH (2026) season from September 23 to October 8. Citizens and residents aged 18 and above can apply online through www.hajj.om. Selection is automatic based on Saudi Arabia’s quota. Applicants will be notified via SMS in October and November, with strict guidelines to ensure a smooth process.

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Sanjay Dutt, the Bollywood icon, bravely confronted a cancer diagnosis during the lockdown, a period he initially struggled to process. Overwhelmed, he cried, thinking of his family, but resolved to fight. With family support and guidance from Rakesh Roshan, he underwent treatment, astonishingly cycling and playing badminton post-chemo. By October 2020, Dutt announced he was cancer-free, crediting his resilience.

Sanjay Dutt cried 3 hrs after cancer diagnosis: Rakesh Roshan arranged treatment

Sanjay Dutt, the Bollywood icon, bravely confronted a cancer diagnosis during the lockdown, a period he initially struggled to process. Overwhelmed, he cried, thinking of his family, but resolved to fight. With family support and guidance from Rakesh Roshan, he underwent treatment, astonishingly cycling and playing badminton post-chemo. By October 2020, Dutt announced he was cancer-free, crediting his resilience.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Tuesday on positive global cues. While Nifty50 was above 24,850, BSE Sensex was up over 300 points.

Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 24,850; Sensex up over 300 points

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Tuesday on positive global cues. While Nifty50 was above 24,850, BSE Sensex was up over 300 points.

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The gut lining contains goblet cells which produce GAPs (goblet cell-associated antigen passages). The immune system receives training through GAPs, to identify and regulate gut bacteria. The reduction of mAChR4 by alcohol consumption prevents goblet cells from creating proper GAPs. Because of this, the immune system becomes less capable of handling gut bacteria because of this condition

Alcohol-linked liver disease: How gut bacteria damage the liver

The gut lining contains goblet cells which produce GAPs (goblet cell-associated antigen passages). The immune system receives training through GAPs, to identify and regulate gut bacteria. The reduction of mAChR4 by alcohol consumption prevents goblet cells from creating proper GAPs. Because of this, the immune system becomes less capable of handling gut bacteria because of this condition

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Stock market recommendations: Somil Mehta of Mirae Asset Sharekhan recommends buying Apl Apollo Tubes Ltd, anticipating an uptrend after a flag pattern breakout, with targets set at Rs 1790. CDSL is also recommended for purchase, following a bullish consolidation breakout, aiming for a target of Rs 1670, as it resumes its upward trajectory.

Top stocks to buy : Recommendations for September 9- check list

Stock market recommendations: Somil Mehta of Mirae Asset Sharekhan recommends buying Apl Apollo Tubes Ltd, anticipating an uptrend after a flag pattern breakout, with targets set at Rs 1790. CDSL is also recommended for purchase, following a bullish consolidation breakout, aiming for a target of Rs 1670, as it resumes its upward trajectory.

Eight teams will be vying for the coveted trophy this year. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan have gained direct entry. They will be joined by UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong, who secured their spots by finishing as the top three sides in the ACC Premier Cup for associate nations.

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Eight teams will be vying for the coveted trophy this year. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan have gained direct entry. They will be joined by UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong, who secured their spots by finishing as the top three sides in the ACC Premier Cup for associate nations.

House Democrats released a sexually suggestive letter, purportedly from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, reigniting scrutiny of their past ties. Trump had denied authoring the note and drawing, dismissing it as false. The release coincides with congressional pressure for transparency on Epstein-related documents, as lawmakers seek further investigation into the matter.

A sketch, signature & more: What’s in Donald Trump’s alleged letter to Epstein?

House Democrats released a sexually suggestive letter, purportedly from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, reigniting scrutiny of their past ties. Trump had denied authoring the note and drawing, dismissing it as false. The release coincides with congressional pressure for transparency on Epstein-related documents, as lawmakers seek further investigation into the matter.

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Top seed Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa suffered a shock defeat at the hands of Germany’s Matthias Bluebaum, while reigning World Champion D Gukesh went down to Abhimanyu Mishra of the USA — the youngest Grandmaster in chess history — in the fifth round of the FIDE Grand Swiss on Monday.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh stunned by Abhimanyu ; Praggnanandhaa falls to Bluebaum

Top seed Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa suffered a shock defeat at the hands of Germany’s Matthias Bluebaum, while reigning World Champion D Gukesh went down to Abhimanyu Mishra of the USA — the youngest Grandmaster in chess history — in the fifth round of the FIDE Grand Swiss on Monday.

Outside the ICC Academy ground in Dubai, Gautam Gambhir was also seen interacting warmly with supporters and signing autographs, further adding to the excitement building around India’s preparations. His popularity, both as a former player and now as a coach, continues to resonate strongly with fans.

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Outside the ICC Academy ground in Dubai, Gautam Gambhir was also seen interacting warmly with supporters and signing autographs, further adding to the excitement building around India’s preparations. His popularity, both as a former player and now as a coach, continues to resonate strongly with fans.

Kajal Aggarwal, one of the most popular actresses in the South who has also made her mark in Bollywood, became the target of a shocking death hoax after reports claimed she had passed away in a road accident. The rumours spread rapidly on social media, forcing the actress to step in and put an end to the speculation.

Kajal Aggarwal responds to road accident death hoax: ‘I am perfectly fine’

Kajal Aggarwal, one of the most popular actresses in the South who has also made her mark in Bollywood, became the target of a shocking death hoax after reports claimed she had passed away in a road accident. The rumours spread rapidly on social media, forcing the actress to step in and put an end to the speculation.

In 2023, two-wheeler riders accounted for the highest share of road deaths in India, with 45% of fatalities. Accidents involving these vehicles also significantly impacted vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.

77,539 killed in two-wheeler crashes; riders most at risk: Govt report

In 2023, two-wheeler riders accounted for the highest share of road deaths in India, with 45% of fatalities. Accidents involving these vehicles also significantly impacted vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.

Rohit Kumar, a daily wage labourer from Delhi, defies odds by excelling in marathons. Despite financial constraints after his medical studies in Russia were cut short, the 32-year-old has achieved podium finishes in multiple races, including a recent high-altitude marathon in Spiti.

Meet Rohit Kumar, a Delhi labourer, finishes 2nd in Spiti marathon

Rohit Kumar, a daily wage labourer from Delhi, defies odds by excelling in marathons. Despite financial constraints after his medical studies in Russia were cut short, the 32-year-old has achieved podium finishes in multiple races, including a recent high-altitude marathon in Spiti.

The SRS statistical report 2023 indicates a slight increase in the mean age at effective marriage for females in India, reaching 22.9 years. While most states see girls marrying after 18, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh still have notable instances of child marriage. Significant rural-urban disparities persist, with rural areas reporting a mean age of 22.4 years compared to 24.

In most states, majority of girls marry after 18, says government report

The SRS statistical report 2023 indicates a slight increase in the mean age at effective marriage for females in India, reaching 22.9 years. While most states see girls marrying after 18, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh still have notable instances of child marriage. Significant rural-urban disparities persist, with rural areas reporting a mean age of 22.4 years compared to 24.