She once fought harassment; now Suchika Tariyal assures India an MMA medal at Asian Games 2026
Suchika Tariyal has proudly clinched a medal for India in the 60kg MMA division, advancing after a solid semifinal victory against a tough competitor from Mongolia. Her inspiring journey started with self-defense and expanded through judo and kurash. Despite facing societal constraints and financial hurdles, she persevered, and now aims for gold in her next match.
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US, China launch 'AI dialogue' ahead of Trump-Xi summit amid race to control AI risks
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent announced the agreement after talks with Chinese vice-premier He Lifeng in New York on Sunday. The two sides also moved ahead with plans for a trade mechanism first discussed when Trump met Xi in Beijing. The agreement comes as technology leaders warn that rapid advances in AI could create serious risks if research continues without adequate safeguards.
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A 5-foot venomous snake fell into a chemical-filled industrial tank in Gujarat; after being found unconscious, it was revived with nearly 2 minutes of CPR
An extraordinary rescue unfolded when an unconscious snake was discovered in a tank of chemical water at an industrial site. A dedicated animal rescuer performed almost two minutes of artificial respiration, successfully reviving the reptile. Once it regained strength, the snake was released back into a safe forest environment. To ensure safety, the rescuer, too, received medical attention as a precautionary measure.
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Naomi Watts on changing opportunities for older women in Hollywood; 'It all finishes at the age of 40'; says 'things have changed'
British actor Naomi Watts, who is in Spain for the San Sebastian Film Festival to receive this year's prestigious Donostia Award, has said that opportunities for women over 50 in the entertainment industry have improved, pointing to the recent Emmy nominations as an encouraging sign, according to Variety.
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Chess Olympiad Round 5: Praggnanandhaa outwits Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri for first win; Vaishali’s defeat caps India’s mixed day
At the 2026 Chess Olympiad, R Praggnanandhaa secured his first win by outplaying Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri in a tense Ruy Lopez, helping India beat the Netherlands 3-1. Gukesh also won, while Erigaisi and Nihal drew. India’s women suffered a narrow 1.5-2.5 loss to Poland, with Vaishali defeated by Aleksandra Maltsevskaya. Poland have now beaten India in three successive Olympiads.
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Putin-backed United Russia leads Duma polls at 57.5% as Ukraine war looms
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'Crocodile tears': Iran shuts French language centre, slams France over Mahsa Amini
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Oil prices today: Brent crude eases as Saudi supply recovery offsets Houthi attacks, US-Iran tensions
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Tata dispute: Lawyers Singhvi, Salve now on opposing sides
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Mumbai student alleges home search after pro-Palestine campaign
A student claims police searched her home for nine hours without a warrant. She alleges her friends were mistreated and she faced detention. The search reportedly linked to a pro-Palestine kite-flying campaign. Police are conducting an inquiry into the alleged incident. The student's landlord has asked her to vacate her residence.
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AfD tops another German state poll, Merz’s CDU crashes to historic low
Germany's AfD party has won the state election in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, delivering a major blow to Chancellor Merz's Christian Democratic Union. This outcome underscores growing voter dissatisfaction concerning economic challenges and migration policies. Many voters were also swayed by their opposition to Berlin's stance on Ukraine. Mainstream political parties continue to shut the AfD out of any potential governing alliances.
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Facebook, Instagram down for thousands of US users
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Oil prices eases as Saudi supply recovery offsets Houthi attacks, US-Iran tensions
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Olympiad: Pragg outwits Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri for first win; sister Vaishali loses
At the 2026 Chess Olympiad, R Praggnanandhaa secured his first win by outplaying Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri in a tense Ruy Lopez, helping India beat the Netherlands 3-1. Gukesh also won, while Erigaisi and Nihal drew. India’s women suffered a narrow 1.5-2.5 loss to Poland, with Vaishali defeated by Aleksandra Maltsevskaya. Poland have now beaten India in three successive Olympiads.
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Stock Market Today: Gift Nifty, Middle East Conflict To Oil Prices — Five Key Factors For Sensex, Nifty 50 On Sept 21
Stock Market Today: The trends on Gift Nifty also signal a negative start for the Indian benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, today. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,338.5 level, a discount of nearly 40 points from the Nifty futures' previous close.
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