August 23, 2026

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Chile: A rural Chile community struggling with drought restored its water supply by protecting a watershed, planting native trees and rebuilding the soil that holds rain

Chile: A rural Chile community struggling with drought restored its water supply by protecting a watershed, planting native trees and rebuilding the soil that holds rain

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​Rural community on Chile’s Chiloé Island restores its water supply. (Picture: Chile’s Institute of Ecology and Biodiversity) A small rural community on Chile’s Chiloe Island has ended years of dependence on emergency water tanker trucks by restoring its forests, protecting its watershed and building a community-managed water system.The project took years of planning and work…

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Inside ‘Ramayana’ star Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s lavish Pali Hill house: From Scandinavian interiors to tranquil balconies

Inside ‘Ramayana’ star Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s lavish Pali Hill house: From Scandinavian interiors to tranquil balconies

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt stay in six-storey lavish abode in Pali Hills, Mumbai. (Image credits: Instagram) Ranbir Kapoor, the ‘Ramayana’ star, gears up for the digital trailer of the much-awaited fantasy drama film. The Nitesh Tiwari-directed big-budget saga continues to bask in the limelight following the ‘Pratham Sankalp’ event in New Delhi, sparking excitement…

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Scientists drill 33 feet into a vanishing Alpine glacier to recover a 2,000-year climate record revealing ancient silver mining, massive forest fires, and far-off volcanic eruptions

Scientists drill 33 feet into a vanishing Alpine glacier to recover a 2,000-year climate record revealing ancient silver mining, massive forest fires, and far-off volcanic eruptions

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Scientists working on Alpine glacier (AI-generated image) Scientists drilled 33 feet into ice and recovered a 2,000-year climate record, a frozen capsule that can reveal how the atmosphere breathed long before modern measurements.High on the Weißseespitze glacier in the eastern Alps, an international research team extracted an ice core barely 33 feet long that preserves…

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In 1960, IMAX technology changed cinema; now Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey can be seen in true 70mm format at only 41 theatres worldwide because of this 50-year-old ‘machine problem’

In 1960, IMAX technology changed cinema; now Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey can be seen in true 70mm format at only 41 theatres worldwide because of this 50-year-old ‘machine problem’

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Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is available in limited 70mm IMAX theaters worldwide. This scarcity stems from aging technology and the lack of new projector manufacturing. IMAX must rebuild and retrofit its old machines, which are large and complex. The film prints themselves are also massive, weighing hundreds of pounds. This combination restricts screenings to only…

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‘This is our heritage’: UK PM Andy Burnham announces 20% business rates cut for pubs across England

‘This is our heritage’: UK PM Andy Burnham announces 20% business rates cut for pubs across England

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Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Thursday announced a fresh 20 per cent cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England from April, saying the move would give struggling businesses much-needed relief and reassure pub owners that “the cavalry is coming.“According to the BBC, the new discount is expected to…

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Jul 23, 2026, 20:20 IST

Jul 23, 2026, 20:20 IST

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India fast bowler Mayank Yadav said improving mentally and understanding his body better during rehabilitation helped him make a successful return after a 21-month injury layoff.Back in India’s colours after nearly two years, Mayank returned figures of 2/18 in four overs as India restricted Zimbabwe to 125/7 in the opening T20I of the three-match series…

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‘He is fearless’: Shreyas Iyer hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after record-breaking blitz vs Zimbabwe | Cricket News

‘He is fearless’: Shreyas Iyer hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after record-breaking blitz vs Zimbabwe | Cricket News

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Captain Shreyas Iyer and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: India captain Shreyas Iyer reserved special praise for teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old produced a breathtaking match-winning knock to power India to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the opening T20I in Harare on Thursday.Sooryavanshi smashed 50 off just 19 balls,…

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Twinkle Khanna, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan come out in support of protests against NEET paper leak: ‘Proud to be in a country where young people have courage to dissent’ |

Twinkle Khanna, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan come out in support of protests against NEET paper leak: ‘Proud to be in a country where young people have courage to dissent’ |

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Author and former actor Twinkle Khanna has joined the growing list of public figures speaking out on the nationwide protests over the NEET controversy. Two days after Delhi Police used lathi-charge during the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) ‘Chalo Sansad’ march, Twinkle shared a note on Instagram expressing solidarity with the students.Her post featured a series…

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Neet Paper Leak: ‘Must be handled with empathy’: BJP veteran Murli Manohar Joshi breaks ranks, backs NEET protesters | India News

Neet Paper Leak: ‘Must be handled with empathy’: BJP veteran Murli Manohar Joshi breaks ranks, backs NEET protesters | India News

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File photo: Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi (picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Veteran BJP leader and former Union minister Murli Manohar Joshi on Thursday extended support to students protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak, saying their concerns about the examination system are “genuine” and should be addressed with empathy rather than force.In a…

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Gujarat rains wreck havoc NEW DELHI: Around 1,200 people have been rescued and hundreds more relocated as heavy rains battered south Gujarat, with Umbergaon taluka in Valsad district receiving over 1,100 mm of rainfall in just 16 hours, officials said on Thursday.One rain-related death was reported in Tapi district. The Indian Air Force and Coast Guard have been put on alert for rescue efforts, while NDRF and SDRF teams are deployed across the affected areas.Valsad district was the worst hit, with many talukas receiving over 600 mm of rain during the same period. A red alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall was in effect for Valsad, Navsari, Surat and Tapi districts.Floodwaters submerge vehicles, roads in VapiLarge parts of Vapi in Valsad district were inundated, with floodwaters submerging parked vehicles and disrupting normal life. Videos from the area showed waist-deep water in residential colonies and commercial areas, with people wading through the deluge.The Kaveri river in Navsari rose sharply, stranding 200 people across 11 villages. They were rescued and relocated to safety. In Surat, 1,500 residents were moved from low-lying areas and waterlogged localities.Relief operations underway, CM reviews situationChief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited the State Emergency Operation Centre and reviewed the situation, speaking to district collectors and instructing them to move people from vulnerable areas to safer places. He also spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who assured all necessary assistance.Over 300 roads were temporarily closed, more than 200 state-run bus trips were affected, and power outages were reported in many areas.Red alert continues, rescue teams on standbyThe IMD has issued a red alert for Valsad, Navsari, Dangs, Surat and Tapi for Thursday and Friday. NDRF and SDRF teams are deployed across the affected districts, with additional teams on standby in Amreli, Junagadh and Bhavnagar.Several trains to Mumbai were cancelled or short-terminated due to rising water levels along rail routes in south Gujarat.The state has received around 36 per cent of its annual average rainfall so far, with south Gujarat recording over 62 per cent of its seasonal average.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”Sent Four Proposals”: Govt Reaches Out To Protesters, Jitendra Singh Calls For DialogueFree Food, First Aid, Sanitary Pads: What’s Keeping the CJP Protest Going | Jantar MantarPriyanka Gandhi Targets PM Modi Over Student Protests, Says ‘Students Are Not Terrorists’Houses of Two ‘Pak Sponsored’ Militants Demolished Overnight After Deadly Attack In AnantnagWhy The Indian Army Says The Siliguri Corridor Is No Longer A “Chicken’s Neck”?Tehseen Poonawalla Alleges “Gadkari’s Son Got Richer” Over E20 Fuel Policy37,000 Lives Lost On Known Highway Death Traps In 3 Years: Who Is Responsible?PM Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts For Paper Leak CasesDelhi Police vs CJP: Dipke Denies Role In ACP Attack, Alleges ‘Outsiders’ Behind ViolenceIndia At UN: J&K Is Integral Part Of India, Pakistan Using Terrorism As State Policy, Says Envoy123PhotostoriesThe secret history of 5 Indian bridal fashion traditions that never went out of style’Speed’, ‘M3GAN’ , ‘Smurfs’ – The last village’ and others: Top 7 OTT releases on Netflix in August10 Dosa types to get your protein sorted for breakfast5 most dangerous birds of prey that rule the skies with deadly precision5 Indian fabrics that were once more valuable than goldWhy does bread smell so irresistible when it’s baking?Think your home is clean? These 7 overlooked spots probably need more attentionArchaeologists believe they have found the world’s oldest clove in an ancient Sri Lankan portThe forgotten Indian textile Princess Diana secretly loved deserves a fashion revivalChoose the best wallet color for Men according to your birth date123Hot PicksMHT CET merit listDelhi metroCJP ProtestNTA NET Answer KeyDU UG admissionsJPSC recruitmentNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingOba FemiCJP ProtestersCJPCJP ProtestHyderabad RapeSamras Vidya Setu campaignSupreme CourtZlatan ibrahimovicHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

Gujarat rains wreck havoc NEW DELHI: Around 1,200 people have been rescued and hundreds more relocated as heavy rains battered south Gujarat, with Umbergaon taluka in Valsad district receiving over 1,100 mm of rainfall in just 16 hours, officials said on Thursday.One rain-related death was reported in Tapi district. The Indian Air Force and Coast Guard have been put on alert for rescue efforts, while NDRF and SDRF teams are deployed across the affected areas.Valsad district was the worst hit, with many talukas receiving over 600 mm of rain during the same period. A red alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall was in effect for Valsad, Navsari, Surat and Tapi districts.Floodwaters submerge vehicles, roads in VapiLarge parts of Vapi in Valsad district were inundated, with floodwaters submerging parked vehicles and disrupting normal life. Videos from the area showed waist-deep water in residential colonies and commercial areas, with people wading through the deluge.The Kaveri river in Navsari rose sharply, stranding 200 people across 11 villages. They were rescued and relocated to safety. In Surat, 1,500 residents were moved from low-lying areas and waterlogged localities.Relief operations underway, CM reviews situationChief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited the State Emergency Operation Centre and reviewed the situation, speaking to district collectors and instructing them to move people from vulnerable areas to safer places. He also spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who assured all necessary assistance.Over 300 roads were temporarily closed, more than 200 state-run bus trips were affected, and power outages were reported in many areas.Red alert continues, rescue teams on standbyThe IMD has issued a red alert for Valsad, Navsari, Dangs, Surat and Tapi for Thursday and Friday. NDRF and SDRF teams are deployed across the affected districts, with additional teams on standby in Amreli, Junagadh and Bhavnagar.Several trains to Mumbai were cancelled or short-terminated due to rising water levels along rail routes in south Gujarat.The state has received around 36 per cent of its annual average rainfall so far, with south Gujarat recording over 62 per cent of its seasonal average.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”Sent Four Proposals”: Govt Reaches Out To Protesters, Jitendra Singh Calls For DialogueFree Food, First Aid, Sanitary Pads: What’s Keeping the CJP Protest Going | Jantar MantarPriyanka Gandhi Targets PM Modi Over Student Protests, Says ‘Students Are Not Terrorists’Houses of Two ‘Pak Sponsored’ Militants Demolished Overnight After Deadly Attack In AnantnagWhy The Indian Army Says The Siliguri Corridor Is No Longer A “Chicken’s Neck”?Tehseen Poonawalla Alleges “Gadkari’s Son Got Richer” Over E20 Fuel Policy37,000 Lives Lost On Known Highway Death Traps In 3 Years: Who Is Responsible?PM Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts For Paper Leak CasesDelhi Police vs CJP: Dipke Denies Role In ACP Attack, Alleges ‘Outsiders’ Behind ViolenceIndia At UN: J&K Is Integral Part Of India, Pakistan Using Terrorism As State Policy, Says Envoy123PhotostoriesThe secret history of 5 Indian bridal fashion traditions that never went out of style’Speed’, ‘M3GAN’ , ‘Smurfs’ – The last village’ and others: Top 7 OTT releases on Netflix in August10 Dosa types to get your protein sorted for breakfast5 most dangerous birds of prey that rule the skies with deadly precision5 Indian fabrics that were once more valuable than goldWhy does bread smell so irresistible when it’s baking?Think your home is clean? These 7 overlooked spots probably need more attentionArchaeologists believe they have found the world’s oldest clove in an ancient Sri Lankan portThe forgotten Indian textile Princess Diana secretly loved deserves a fashion revivalChoose the best wallet color for Men according to your birth date123Hot PicksMHT CET merit listDelhi metroCJP ProtestNTA NET Answer KeyDU UG admissionsJPSC recruitmentNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingOba FemiCJP ProtestersCJPCJP ProtestHyderabad RapeSamras Vidya Setu campaignSupreme CourtZlatan ibrahimovicHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

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Gujarat rains wreck havoc NEW DELHI: Around 1,200 people have been rescued and hundreds more relocated as heavy rains battered south Gujarat, with Umbergaon taluka in Valsad district receiving over 1,100 mm of rainfall in just 16 hours, officials said on Thursday.One rain-related death was reported in Tapi district. The Indian Air Force and Coast…

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Imran Khan slams ‘apolitical actors’ as he joins CJP led student protests: ‘True art is going to have an individual artist point of view embedded within it’ |

Imran Khan slams ‘apolitical actors’ as he joins CJP led student protests: ‘True art is going to have an individual artist point of view embedded within it’ |

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Actor Imran Khan joined a protest in Mumbai on Wednesday to stand in solidarity with students demonstrating over the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination-related irregularities. His participation came a day after he strongly criticised the reported police action against protesters during the ‘Chalo Sansad’ march in Delhi.During the Mumbai protest, Imran was asked…

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Salman Khan: ‘Sonam Wangchuk, it’s done bro, will send food!’ Salman Khan urges students to stop protests and go back home after PM Narendra Modi ensures stringent punishment in NEET paper leak | Hindi Movie News

Salman Khan: ‘Sonam Wangchuk, it’s done bro, will send food!’ Salman Khan urges students to stop protests and go back home after PM Narendra Modi ensures stringent punishment in NEET paper leak | Hindi Movie News

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On Wednesday night, Salman Khan had spoken in the favour of the student protests against the NEET paper leak. He shared a childhood picture of himself and wrote, “It was such a peaceful movement, feel so sad that it had to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families…

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‘UP ke ladke’ together again to take on BJP, but who will show ‘bigger heart’? Seat-sharing test awaits Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav | India News

‘UP ke ladke’ together again to take on BJP, but who will show ‘bigger heart’? Seat-sharing test awaits Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav | India News

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‘UP ke ladke’ delivered in 2024. Can they survive the battle over 2027? NEW DELHI: What does the size of one’s heart have to do with political alliances? Perhaps quite a lot when the allies are the Congress and the Samajwadi Party, and at stake is the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly election.The ‘UP ke ladke’…

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IND vs ZIM, 1st T20I: Captain Shreyas Iyer ends seven-match winless streak as India crush Zimbabwe by 7 wickets

IND vs ZIM, 1st T20I: Captain Shreyas Iyer ends seven-match winless streak as India crush Zimbabwe by 7 wickets

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Shreyas Iyer registers first win in Harare (Image: X/BCCI) India finally ended their seven-match winless run under captain Shreyas Iyer, defeating Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the first T20I at Harare on Thursday. The match also witnessed teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi script history by becoming the youngest player to score a T20I half-century.After winning the…

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