August 26, 2026

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‘We don’t wear rose-tinted glasses’: Russia reacts to US Patriot missile licence for Ukraine

‘We don’t wear rose-tinted glasses’: Russia reacts to US Patriot missile licence for Ukraine

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‘We don’t wear rose-tinted glasses’: Kremlin says it’s under ‘no illusion’ over US Patriot licence for Ukraine (AP image) Russia on Thursday reacted to US President Donald Trump’s decision to grant Ukraine a licence to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, saying Moscow was under ‘no illusion’ about continued American military support for Kyiv.Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov…

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‘This is awful’: MP Rupert Lowe criticises ‘changing demographics’ after Muhammad tops UK baby names for third consecutive year | World News

‘This is awful’: MP Rupert Lowe criticises ‘changing demographics’ after Muhammad tops UK baby names for third consecutive year | World News

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MP Rupert Lowe has criticised changing demographic trends in England and Wales after new official figures showed “Muhammad” was the most popular name given to baby boys for the third consecutive year.The reaction came after the Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its annual list of baby names for 2025, showing Muhammad retained the top…

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Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj row, says ‘government has no control over OTT platforms’

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj row, says ‘government has no control over OTT platforms’

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Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj row, says ‘government has no control over OTT platforms’ The controversy over Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj has taken a fresh political turn. Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu has called the actor-singer an “impostor” while denying allegations that the Centre had anything to do…

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Jul 09, 2026, 22:39 IST

Jul 09, 2026, 22:39 IST

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England’s Jude Bellingham (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring his second goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England in Mexico City, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko) England’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 has not only secured a…

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Akshay Kumar expresses concern as Rajesh Sharma rushed to the hospital after insect bite on the set of Prabhas starrer ‘Fauzi’, prays for his recovery

Akshay Kumar expresses concern as Rajesh Sharma rushed to the hospital after insect bite on the set of Prabhas starrer ‘Fauzi’, prays for his recovery

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Actor Akshay Kumar has expressed concern over Rajesh Sharma’s health after the veteran actor was hospitalised following a suspected insect bite during the shoot of Prabhas’ ‘Fauji’ at Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City.On Thursday evening, Akshay took to X to share a photograph with Sharma and wished him a speedy recovery. “Very concerned to hear about…

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Thousands of years old and still standing strong: Inside the world’s most formidable fortresses

Thousands of years old and still standing strong: Inside the world’s most formidable fortresses

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Citadel of Aleppo, Syria (Image Credit: Canva) Through the ages, fortresses have been regarded as monuments of strength, endurance and exceptional engineering feats. Constructed to safeguard kingdoms, protect trade passages and repel invading forces, these grand edifices were mostly built at places such as hills, deserts and mountain passes where the surrounding landscape became an…

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Why India’s housing market is in consolidation phase; premium demand to drive H2 |

Why India’s housing market is in consolidation phase; premium demand to drive H2 |

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India’s residential real estate market is entering a phase of consolidation rather than correction, with premium housing, urbanisation and lower borrowing costs expected to support deman India’s housing market is expected to stay on firm footing through the second half of 2026, even as the rapid post-pandemic boom gives way to a more measured phase…

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4 US cops helped India’s Chandrakant Patel in a decade-long U visa fraud in Louisiana: Fake robbery, fake police report, real visa

4 US cops helped India’s Chandrakant Patel in a decade-long U visa fraud in Louisiana: Fake robbery, fake police report, real visa

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4 US cops helped Chandrakant ‘Lala’ Patel to continue his decade-long U visa fraud. Indian man Chandrakant Patel was arrested and charged with visa fraud that involved fake robberies. Now it has come to the surface that 4 law enforcement officers were helping him in his decade-long operation in Louisiana.Congress created the U-visa for victims…

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MHA unveils four-layer ‘smart border’ grid, cites J&K, Northeast gains

MHA unveils four-layer ‘smart border’ grid, cites J&K, Northeast gains

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Union home minister Amit Shah (PTI file photo) NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry on Thursday said the Modi government is building a strong four-layer security grid by bringing together border guarding forces, state and district administrations, other central government agencies, and local people to strengthen border security.The ministry said the government’s vision of a…

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One Walmart heiress owns a 0 million superyacht, while her billionaire sister owns a Texas ranch 13 times the size of Washington DC, where helicopters herd cattle

One Walmart heiress owns a $300 million superyacht, while her billionaire sister owns a Texas ranch 13 times the size of Washington DC, where helicopters herd cattle

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One Walmart heiress rules the sea aboard a $300 million megayacht, while her billionaire older sister commands a Texas ranch 13 times the land area of Washington, D.C., where helicopters herd cattle and private roads disappear into the horizon. The Walton family is no stranger to extraordinary wealth, but two billionaire sisters have chosen very…

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Jul 09, 2026, 22:05 IST

Jul 09, 2026, 22:05 IST

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Shreyas Iyer continued an unusual streak of success ahead of India’s fourth T20I against England on Thursday, winning his sixth consecutive toss as captain to equal Virat Kohli for the second-longest run by an Indian skipper in T20Is.Iyer’s remarkable run now leaves him just one toss win away from matching MS Dhoni’s record of seven…

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Who is Himesh Patel? Meet the British-Indian actor playing Eurylochus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

Who is Himesh Patel? Meet the British-Indian actor playing Eurylochus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

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Who is Himesh Patel? Meet the British-Indian actor playing Eurylochus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey boasts one of the biggest ensembles of 2026, but one actor generating plenty of curiosity is British-Indian star Himesh Patel. After winning audiences over in Yesterday and delivering memorable performances in Tenet and Station Eleven, Patel…

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Dems lose Maine attraction; scandal scarred candidate quits Senate race

Dems lose Maine attraction; scandal scarred candidate quits Senate race

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The TOI correspondent from Washington: The abrupt collapse of Democrat Graham Platner’s Senate campaign in Maine has thrown one of America’s most closely watched midterm contests into turmoil and revived a recurring question in US politics: how much do allegations of sexual misconduct still matter to voters?Platner, a 41-year-old oyster farmer, harbormaster and Marine Corps…

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‘We are moving to SC’: Rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee after Calcutta HC allows TMC to operate frozen bank accounts NEW DELHI: Rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Ritabrata Banerjee on Thursday said his faction will approach the Supreme Court by filing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) after the Calcutta high court allowed the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC to temporarily operate three of its frozen bank accounts under the supervision of a special officer.The Calcutta high court earlier permitted the TMC to use the accounts only for routine party expenses and legal costs until September 30, 2026. The accounts had been frozen as part of a money laundering probe linked to alleged financial irregularities involving party funds. Watch TMC Power Battle Escalates As Ritabrata Faction Takes Over Party HQ, Stakes Claim To SymbolSpeaking to reporters, Banerjee said his faction had already consulted lawyers and would challenge the high court’s interim order in the Supreme Court.”We are going to file a Special Leave Petition (SLP). We have consulted with lawyers and are moving the Supreme Court. When the case was originally filed in the Kolkata high court, the ED was not involved. But now that we are filing an SLP in the Supreme Court, the ED will become a party to the proceedings,” he said.Ritabrata also repeated allegations of financial irregularities in the purchase of an aircraft and a helicopter, claiming party funds had been used to buy the assets before they were rented back to the TMC.”Congratulations to this ‘new Natwarlal.’ The original Natwarlal sold the Taj Mahal; here, a company purchased assets using the party’s funds—paying Rs 160 crore from the party’s coffers—and then the party paid rent to that same company. It certainly looks like a method to launder black money,” he said.He further alleged that money had been moved abroad and said his faction would seek an investigation by central agencies.”We are hearing reports that funds have been moved from Kolkata to the Cayman Islands, so we will urge the central agencies to intervene. This is a very serious matter. On the ground, there are no funds to fight legal cases for party workers, yet this ‘new Natwarlal’ is spending Rs 160 crore to acquire aircraft and then paying rent to the very entity involved in the purchase. The money for the purchase comes from the party’s account, and the rental payments also come from the party’s account. This is clearly a case of money laundering,” Banerjee alleged.He added that he would travel to Delhi to submit a complaint to the Enforcement Directorate (ED).”Yes, I will go to Delhi. It is not just this issue; there are two or three other matters as well. I will write to the ED stating that this matter needs to be investigated,” he said.The controversy relates to three TMC bank accounts that were frozen after a complaint by Ritabrata’s rival faction. The ED has alleged that around Rs 160 crore of party funds were laundered through Kolkata-based Carewell Aviation to purchase an Embraer Legacy 600 aircraft and an Agusta helicopter, which were later rented back to the TMC. The agency has also alleged that a .7 million unsecured loan from a Cayman Islands entity was used to help finance the helicopter purchase.While allowing limited access to the accounts, the Calcutta high court appointed retired judge Justice Subrata Talukdar as a special officer to supervise all withdrawals.The matter will next be heard on September 21, when the investigating agencies are expected to submit a progress report. The TMC has denied all allegations, describing the probe as politically motivated and maintaining that its finances have been fully disclosed to the Election Commission and the Income Tax Department.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 MediaVideosPM Modi Praises Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban, Says ‘India Learning From It’Flood Fury Disrupts Cities Nationwide, IMD Issues Red Alerts Amid Relentless RainfallAustralia To Return Three Historic Indian Artefacts During PM Modi’s VisitTensions In MVA As Sanjay Raut Slams Sharad Pawar For Holding Meeting At Eknath Shinde’s OfficeIndia, Myanmar Review Border Security, Intelligence Sharing’Hit With Iron Rod’: Bengaluru PT Teacher Booked After Allegedly Beating 12-Year-Old To DeathIndian Railways Clarifies Digital Ticket Rules: Only Original Rail One App Ticket Will Be AcceptedIndia and Australia Finalise Uranium Export Arrangement Under Civil Nuclear AgreementUGC-NET Under Scanner After Alleged Paper Leak; Education Ministry Seeks NTA InvestigationDRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket; Hits Target With Pinpoint Accuracy123Photostories7 Plants with leaves and flowers that naturally stain and dyeFrom a Rs 2.5 crore watch to Shikhar Pahariya’s name in her mehendi: Inside Janhvi Kapoor’s most talked-about moments at Anshula Kapoor’s weddingFeeling better isn’t a reason to stop antibiotics: Doctor warns the habit is fueling the rise of deadly superbugsShould you apply coconut oil before or after washing your hair? 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‘We are moving to SC’: Rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee after Calcutta HC allows TMC to operate frozen bank accounts NEW DELHI: Rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Ritabrata Banerjee on Thursday said his faction will approach the Supreme Court by filing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) after the Calcutta high court allowed the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC to temporarily operate three of its frozen bank accounts under the supervision of a special officer.The Calcutta high court earlier permitted the TMC to use the accounts only for routine party expenses and legal costs until September 30, 2026. The accounts had been frozen as part of a money laundering probe linked to alleged financial irregularities involving party funds. Watch TMC Power Battle Escalates As Ritabrata Faction Takes Over Party HQ, Stakes Claim To SymbolSpeaking to reporters, Banerjee said his faction had already consulted lawyers and would challenge the high court’s interim order in the Supreme Court.”We are going to file a Special Leave Petition (SLP). We have consulted with lawyers and are moving the Supreme Court. When the case was originally filed in the Kolkata high court, the ED was not involved. But now that we are filing an SLP in the Supreme Court, the ED will become a party to the proceedings,” he said.Ritabrata also repeated allegations of financial irregularities in the purchase of an aircraft and a helicopter, claiming party funds had been used to buy the assets before they were rented back to the TMC.”Congratulations to this ‘new Natwarlal.’ The original Natwarlal sold the Taj Mahal; here, a company purchased assets using the party’s funds—paying Rs 160 crore from the party’s coffers—and then the party paid rent to that same company. It certainly looks like a method to launder black money,” he said.He further alleged that money had been moved abroad and said his faction would seek an investigation by central agencies.”We are hearing reports that funds have been moved from Kolkata to the Cayman Islands, so we will urge the central agencies to intervene. This is a very serious matter. On the ground, there are no funds to fight legal cases for party workers, yet this ‘new Natwarlal’ is spending Rs 160 crore to acquire aircraft and then paying rent to the very entity involved in the purchase. The money for the purchase comes from the party’s account, and the rental payments also come from the party’s account. This is clearly a case of money laundering,” Banerjee alleged.He added that he would travel to Delhi to submit a complaint to the Enforcement Directorate (ED).”Yes, I will go to Delhi. It is not just this issue; there are two or three other matters as well. I will write to the ED stating that this matter needs to be investigated,” he said.The controversy relates to three TMC bank accounts that were frozen after a complaint by Ritabrata’s rival faction. The ED has alleged that around Rs 160 crore of party funds were laundered through Kolkata-based Carewell Aviation to purchase an Embraer Legacy 600 aircraft and an Agusta helicopter, which were later rented back to the TMC. The agency has also alleged that a $1.7 million unsecured loan from a Cayman Islands entity was used to help finance the helicopter purchase.While allowing limited access to the accounts, the Calcutta high court appointed retired judge Justice Subrata Talukdar as a special officer to supervise all withdrawals.The matter will next be heard on September 21, when the investigating agencies are expected to submit a progress report. The TMC has denied all allegations, describing the probe as politically motivated and maintaining that its finances have been fully disclosed to the Election Commission and the Income Tax Department.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 MediaVideosPM Modi Praises Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban, Says ‘India Learning From It’Flood Fury Disrupts Cities Nationwide, IMD Issues Red Alerts Amid Relentless RainfallAustralia To Return Three Historic Indian Artefacts During PM Modi’s VisitTensions In MVA As Sanjay Raut Slams Sharad Pawar For Holding Meeting At Eknath Shinde’s OfficeIndia, Myanmar Review Border Security, Intelligence Sharing’Hit With Iron Rod’: Bengaluru PT Teacher Booked After Allegedly Beating 12-Year-Old To DeathIndian Railways Clarifies Digital Ticket Rules: Only Original Rail One App Ticket Will Be AcceptedIndia and Australia Finalise Uranium Export Arrangement Under Civil Nuclear AgreementUGC-NET Under Scanner After Alleged Paper Leak; Education Ministry Seeks NTA InvestigationDRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket; Hits Target With Pinpoint Accuracy123Photostories7 Plants with leaves and flowers that naturally stain and dyeFrom a Rs 2.5 crore watch to Shikhar Pahariya’s name in her mehendi: Inside Janhvi Kapoor’s most talked-about moments at Anshula Kapoor’s weddingFeeling better isn’t a reason to stop antibiotics: Doctor warns the habit is fueling the rise of deadly superbugsShould you apply coconut oil before or after washing your hair? 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‘We are moving to SC’: Rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee after Calcutta HC allows TMC to operate frozen bank accounts NEW DELHI: Rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Ritabrata Banerjee on Thursday said his faction will approach the Supreme Court by filing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) after the Calcutta high court allowed the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC…

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Travis Kelce wife: Taylor Swift’s high school classmate reveals heartfelt note, fan says “this sounds more like jealousy than crush”

Travis Kelce wife: Taylor Swift’s high school classmate reveals heartfelt note, fan says “this sounds more like jealousy than crush”

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Travis Kelce wife: Taylor Swift’s former high school classmate reveals heartfelt note, fan says “this sounds more like jealousy than a crush” (Image via Instagram: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce) An X account called Gaylor Updates shared two photos. One photo was of a woman in a black, sleeveless A-line dress with thin straps and…

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