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Nadda reviews H1N1 readiness as Delhi cases rise

Mint

Delhi has recorded 1,449 H1N1 infections by mid-August, compared with 229 during the corresponding period last year.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 3:18 pm

Only 223 urban local bodies have ratings, limiting access to municipal credit

Mint

Only 223 of India's 4,332 urban local bodies have credit ratings, blocking access to a ₹5.8 trillion financing opportunity even as cities face an ₹11.5 trillion capex need through FY31. 

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 3:11 pm

Govt plans new scheme to support domestic manufacturing of polysilicon

Mint

Polysilicon is used to make ingots, which are then processed into wafers and used to produce solar cells.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 3:10 pm

US green card applicants alert: New Form I-485 takes effect from September 18 — All you need to know about it

Mint

USCIS will introduce a revised Form I-485 for green card applications next month, rejecting older versions postmarked after September 18. 

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 3:09 pm

'Victory for journalism': Prince Harry ordered to pay £9.54 million as Daily Mail lawsuit fails

Mint

BRITAIN-ROYALS-HARRY:Prince Harry and others ordered to pay millions over failed lawsuit

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 2:48 pm

US stock market today: Wall Street rises as bond market steadies

Times of India

Most US companies have delivered stronger-than-expected spring earnings, helping fuel the stock market's recent advance to record levels. Over longer periods, stock prices generally tend to track the direction of corporate profits.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 2:45 pm

Delhi swine flu: Over 1,700 cases logged this year amid surge in seasonal influenza infections

Mint

The health minister said the government is closely monitoring the situation and has directed all government hospitals to ensure adequate treatment facilities are available.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 2:31 pm

Why are sugar prices rising? Centre rejects ethanol link, cites five reasons behind surge

Mint

Sugar prices have risen to ₹55.70/kg from ₹48.18/kg in a month. The Centre rejects linking the surge to ethanol production, citing lower output, festive demand, crop damage, tighter global supplies, and speculation or hoarding as key reasons.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 2:17 pm

Chinese stake rules eased: India sees 29 FDI proposals worth Rs 4,895.65 crore; check details

Times of India

The 29 investment proposals have come from investors and entities based in several jurisdictions, including Mauritius, the US, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Luxembourg and the Cayman Islands.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 2:14 pm

Delhi Police register FIR over alleged pellet gun use during CJP protest after Rahul Gandhi's sit-in

Mint

The Delhi Police on Friday registered an FIR following a complaint of about the alleged use of pellet guns during the July 20 CJP protests. Rahul Gandhi visited the Parliament Street police station and staged a sit-in, which has ended.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 1:38 pm

Middle East, Russia crisis: India new 'swing supplier' for refined oil products. Can it sustain?

Times of India

Oil products now account for a much larger share of India's exports to several destinations. India has about 258.1 million tonnes of installed refining capacity across 23 refineries. It is the fourth-largest refining centre globally after the US, China and Russia.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 1:20 pm

CDSCO orders action against unapproved enclomiphene drugs

Mint

State authorities must immediately trace manufacturers, marketers, distributors, and retailers dealing in unapproved enclomiphene products, initiate regulatory action, and ensure these items are not manufactured or sold within their jurisdictions.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 1:16 pm

IMD forecasts widespread rain across central, northeast India; monsoon activity to stay subdued over peninsular region

Mint

A low-pressure area over Madhya Pradesh is likely to bring heavy to very heavy rain to east Madhya Pradesh, while the northeast faces a flash-flood risk over the next 24 hours.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 12:55 pm

Turkey issues arrest warrant for Israel's Netanyahu

Mint

Turkey has already issued warrants against Netanyahu and other top officials for 'genocide' over Israel's actions in the Gaza war.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 12:47 pm

Kolkata girl complains about ringing sound in ear, undergoes emergency surgery after MRI reveals something else

Mint

A young patient from Kolkata underwent surgery after months of living with a persistent ringing noise in one of her ears. An MRI venogram revealed something no doctor could predict initially.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 12:05 pm

Weather update: Delhi sees coldest July day in 3 years amid severe waterlogging; flood alert in Odisha

Mint

In Delhi, heavy downpours on Tuesday triggered widespread waterlogging and severe traffic gridlocks across several neighbourhoods.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 11:44 am

China vs Pakistan: Former Army chief Gen Naravane explains India's two very different security challenges

Mint

Naravane has said that Pakistan and China present totally different challenges. "We have fought wars with both of them. We have unsettled borders," he noted.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 10:49 am

SBI cash withdrawal rules change from October 1: Rs 15 fee after four free transactions

Times of India

SBI customers will face charges for cash withdrawals exceeding four free monthly transactions. A fee of Rs 15 plus GST applies to Basic Savings Bank Deposit accounts. Digital transactions remain free, and Aadhaar Enabled Payment System transactions are now counted. Interest rates on bulk term dep...

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 10:32 am

'Peak Bengaluru moment': Software engineer gets job offer from AI startup while flat hunting; social media reacts

Mint

A viral X post highlights a user's flat-hunting adventure in Bengaluru, where he inadvertently met the founders of a legal AI startup. 

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 9:56 am

Supreme Court cuts mandatory legal practice for civil judge aspirants from 3 years to 1: What it said

Mint

The Supreme Court revised its May 2025 ruling, reducing the mandatory legal practice for entry-level judicial exams from three years to one. Candidates must complete training at a judicial academy and an additional one-year clerkship under the revised framework.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 9:43 am

Quote of the day by Walt Disney: 'All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them'

Mint

Dreams may be common, but the courage to pursue them is rare. The true difference between success and failure lies in the willingness to take risks, accept potential failure, and act despite fears. Ambition alone cannot guarantee outcomes.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 8:51 am

CJP team 'beaten up' on way to 'expose buffalo-shed school' in Jaipur, Dipke slams Rajasthan Police, BJP: VIDEOS

Mint

The incident took place when CJP co-convenor, Ashutosh Ranka, accompanied by a CJP team, visited a government school in Rampura Kanwarpura village in Jaipur, Rajasthan, which he claimed had been operating in a buffalo shed for the past several years.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 8:28 am

Why India is betting $1.2 billion on homegrown construction equipment

Times of India

India plans a $1.2 billion incentive scheme for advanced equipment manufacturing. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on China for critical machinery. The government expects fresh investment and domestic production growth over seven years. The scheme will cover tunnel boring machines and fire-fi...

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 8:27 am

World's most powerful: Indian Railways eyes 35 hydrogen trains; looks at cheaper green fuel

Times of India

India currently has the world's most powerful hydrogen train in operation and has also established a dedicated facility for manufacturing and supplying hydrogen for the train. The initial target is to deploy 35 hydrogen-powered trains on heritage routes.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 7:31 am

Gold price prediction: Gold is rally, but should you buy? Check August 21, 2026 outlook

Times of India

MCX Gold October futures continue to trade with a firm bullish bias, with prices holding near Rs 1,60,900 after extending their recent uptrend. The chart shows a clear sequence of higher highs and higher lows, supported by positive moving-average alignment and sustained buying interest.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 7:04 am

Margaret Qualley leaves internet in disbelief with barefoot sandals in London; where to buy them, cost and more

Mint

Margaret Qualley's viral shoes comeswith only a little leather straps attached to a heel cap. Her fashion moment from the The Dog Stars premiere in London has sparked a debate on the internet.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 6:37 am

Quote of the day by Hannah Arendt: 'The most radical revolutionary will become a conservative the day after the…'

Mint

Hannah Arendt's words highlight the tendency of rebels to become conservative once they achieve power. This shift from radical opposition to cautious defence illustrates that the burden of responsibility can transform a leader's priorities and actions.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 6:15 am

Eight dead as chartered plane crashes in Alaska; NTSB, FAA to investigate cause

Mint

Two pilots and six passengers were on board the aircraft, which was a civilian-contracted flight.

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 6:01 am

SIM card rules 2026: What changes from Aug 24 & how many connections can you have

Times of India

Telecom providers must stop individuals from obtaining more than nine mobile connections. A new system starts August twenty-fourth, initially verifying connections post-facto. Operators will use subscriber photos from the Digital Intelligence Platform for checks. Real-time identification and prev...

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 5:12 am

Rupee continues to rally, opens 9 paise stronger against US dollar

Times of India

On Friday morning, the rupee showed signs of strength against the US dollar. Despite the upward trend, high crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions are pressuring the currency. The Reserve Bank of India anticipates notable foreign currency inflows this year, though these have yet to resul...

Posted on 21 August 2026 | 5:06 am

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