August 30, 2026
Love Predictions, 29th August, 2026: Pisces Moon Brings Deep Emotional Breakthroughs; Emotional Clarity for Singles and Couples

Love Predictions, 29th August, 2026: Pisces Moon Brings Deep Emotional Breakthroughs; Emotional Clarity for Singles and Couples

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Today’s celestial arrangement invites a deep dive into our relational values and emotional ties. Gemini and Virgo might hit roadblocks in communication, necessitating clarity and patience. Meanwhile, Sagittarius and Leo should delineate household issues from romantic conversations. In a brighter light, Pisces and Cancer are poised for enriching emotional experiences. Aries and Libra will foster…

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3,400 SIR forms found at Navi Mumbai photocopy shop; 5 BLOs suspended as Sena (UBT)-BJP clash

3,400 SIR forms found at Navi Mumbai photocopy shop; 5 BLOs suspended as Sena (UBT)-BJP clash

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Authorities seized numerous printed Special Intensive Revision forms from the premises THANE/MUMBAI: Five Booth Level Officers (BLOs) were suspended after 3,400 enumeration forms related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls were found at a private photocopy shop in Navi Mumbai’s Kharghar, triggering a political confrontation between Shiv Sena (UBT) and BJP workers…

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Manasi Parekh recalls Nepal floods; “We were 5 hours away from the place where the incident happened”

Manasi Parekh recalls Nepal floods; “We were 5 hours away from the place where the incident happened”

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National Award-winning actor Manasi Parekh was in Tibet for the Mansarovar Yatra when devastating floods hit Nepal. She was travelling with a group associated with the Isha Foundation. The actor and her group were on their way to New Dongba when the disaster occurred. They were scheduled to reach the Gyirong Port immigration centre the…

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Career & Money Predictions, 29th August, 2026: These Zodiac Signs May Find Promising Work Opportunities

Career & Money Predictions, 29th August, 2026: These Zodiac Signs May Find Promising Work Opportunities

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The Piscean moon combined with Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra today promotes careful consideration in professional choices. It’s a perfect time to align your work with tangible returns, whether they be educational or financial. Some zodiac signs should be cautious of misplaced priorities and overly harsh self-assessments, while others might find fortune through their intuition and wise…

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‘Manuwadis targeted me’: How Karnataka minister B Nagendra turned his resignation into a fight against BJP

‘Manuwadis targeted me’: How Karnataka minister B Nagendra turned his resignation into a fight against BJP

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Karnataka minister B Nagendra resgined from the state cabinet on Friday, announcing his decision at a press conference BENGALURU: Karnataka Planning and Statistics minister B Nagendra on Friday announced his resignation, days after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sought sanction for his prosecution from governor Thaawarchand Gehlot in connection with the alleged Rs 90…

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Pisces Horoscope Tomorrow, August 29, 2026: Career, Money, Love and Health Predictions

Pisces Horoscope Tomorrow, August 29, 2026: Career, Money, Love and Health Predictions

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For Pisces individuals, the Moon ignites a surge in intuition and emotions, guiding their decisions. Meanwhile, Mercury’s movement emphasizes a need for organization in work habits and challenges. In love, this period may reveal emotional sensitivities, drawing attention through genuine expression. On the financial front, it’s essential to scrutinize regular expenses and overdue obligations. Prioritizing…

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Rs 30,000 deal, 8 SIM cards and a young couple: The spy trail from Delhi to Pakistan

Rs 30,000 deal, 8 SIM cards and a young couple: The spy trail from Delhi to Pakistan

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Police said Md Sahil (right) and his wife Sameera allegedly provided logistical support to Pakistan-based handlers. NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police have busted an alleged Pakistan ISI-backed espionage module and arrested a couple accused of working for Pakistani intelligence operatives since 2024, procuring Indian SIM cards and sending them to Pakistan through Dubai, news agency…

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NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference’s estranged MP from Srinagar Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said he will resign from Parliament, accusing party chief Farooq Abdullah and the NC leadership of abandoning the fight for restoration of Article 370, despite securing a mandate on the issue in the 2024 Assembly elections.In a two-page letter to Abdullah, Mehdi sought answers over the party’s change in its position on Article 370. His remarks came after Abdullah asked him to seek a fresh mandate for opposing the party line.Referring to Abdullah’s recent statement urging Kashmiris to become self-reliant instead of seeking economic concessions from the Centre, Mehdi said the remarks reflected his own frustration with being expected to adopt a “posture of supplication” before the BJP.He questioned why the party leadership objected when he raised similar concerns over Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional rights.“The uncomfortable truth is that we are not even ‘begging’ for Article 370; we are ‘begging’ for statehood – a right the Supreme Court itself has recognised,” Mehdi said, arguing that the NC’s current position had become indistinguishable from that of BJP.The letter came amid reports that Mehdi is likely to resign from the Lok Sabha on November 3, the death anniversary of his father Aga Syed Mehdi, who was assassinated in an IED blast on November 3, 2000.Mehdi warned that treating statehood as the limit of political aspirations could legitimise the constitutional changes made in August 2019 and weaken protections for Jammu and Kashmir’s land, culture and environment.He also questioned NC’s decision to move away from its 2024 assembly election promise of restoring Articles 370 and 35A.“Today, we conveniently argue that the very regime which abrogated Article 370 will never restore it… That would have been a fair argument. But the BJP was also in power when we drafted our 2024 manifesto. So, why did we include the restoration of Article 370 in our manifesto?” he asked.“Were we making promises we knew we could not keep or perhaps never truly intended to keep? Did we invoke the wound inflicted on the people of Jammu and Kashmir in August 2019 merely to derive political mileage, only to conveniently forget our promises after government formation?” he added.Pointing out that nearly 65 per cent of Jammu and Kashmir’s population is young, Mehdi said their future was “increasingly uncertain” due to a lack of jobs and opportunities.“Our land is up for grabs. Our resources benefit everybody but us. Our religious rights, traditions, and language face constant pressure. Our environment is being ravaged by illegal deforestation, mining, and construction in ecologically fragile zones,” the Srinagar MP said.He said elected representatives must fight “this constant degradation and dehumanisation” instead of limiting public aspirations to what the BJP was willing to concede.“It is to ensure that the extraordinary and deeply consequential events of August 2019 do not become the new political normal and to recognise that restoration of statehood cannot be treated as an adequate substitute for what was taken away,” Mehdi said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelines”Rest assured, the resignation will come. It would have come even without you asking, but before that must come accountability,” he added.The letter comes at a time when reports suggest that the Srinagar MP is likely to resign from the Lok Sabha on November 3, coinciding with the death anniversary of his father Aga Syed Mehdi, who was assassinated by terrorists in an IED blast on November 3, 2000.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.Here are more Raksha Bandhan wishes, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat from The Times of India.About the AuthorRohitashwa RanjanRohitashwa Ranjan is a digital journalist with The Times of India, where he decodes Indian politics as a carefully staged production with scripts, subtext and everything behind. His stories track elections, party dynamics and the things that often are buried beneath the headlines. When not parsing vote shares or alliances, he is usually reading between the lines, where the real story tends to reside.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Plans Javelin Missile Buy From US, Giving Infantry A Battle-Tested Tank-Killing Edge | Watch’Willing & Keen’: Penguin Random House Denies Dropping Sonia Gandhi’s Memoir Over Editorial ChangesGovt Taps EIL For Quality Checks On 5,000 Km Of Road Projects After Modi’s ‘4th-Party Audit’ Jibe469 Dead In Nepal Floods; 3 Bodies Found In Uttar Pradesh; Kathmandu Declines Foreign Rescue TeamsCongress Alleges ₹36,000 Crore ‘Sugar Scam’, Slams Modi Govt Over Festive Price RisePM Modi’s Central Asia Visit: SCO Summit, Uzbekistan Ties, Putin Meet In FocusCM Suvendu Adhikari Urges Skilled Bengalis Abroad To Return, Promises Jobs Under Double-Engine Govt’Blind Pakistan Activated Spies To Locate India’s S-400′ During Op Sindoor, Ex-Air Marshal RevealsCamac Street Showdown: TMC Blocks Police During Billboard Removal, Banerjee Announces Court MoveNepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch123Photostories10 vintage baby girl names that still sound fresh todayJungkook style evolution: From bold eyeliner to quiet luxury, how BTS’ star transformed his fashion5 jewellery styling mistakes to avoid with traditional festive outfitsLock Upp 2 fame Akanksha Chamola’s luxurious Mumbai home: Elegant interiors, cosy living room and beautiful mandirH1N1 Or COVID-19? Symptoms may look the same, but the diagnosis can mean a very different treatment approachMakeup not lasting all day? Here’s why your base melts by noonThe ‘ick’ explained: 7 reasons attraction between partners can suddenly disappear (and how to bring the spark back)5 reasons people pull away even when they have feelings7 signs you like the idea of a romantic relationship more than your partnerCuff too tight, legs crossed or talking? Cardiologist reveals 5 home BP mistakes that can alter readings123Hot PicksNepal floodUPTET Result 2026Sunny LeoneKerala name changeRRB NTPC UG CBT 2 examAnkit Baliyan murderSridhar VembuDelhi murderNEET PG 2026 admit cardTop TrendingAnkit Balyan MurderChandigarh MurderSamay RainaUdaipur HotelFlorida Car CrashUS Green Card HolderBengal HospitalTamil Nadu Son MurderElon MuskKanpur Aircraft Crash

NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference’s estranged MP from Srinagar Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said he will resign from Parliament, accusing party chief Farooq Abdullah and the NC leadership of abandoning the fight for restoration of Article 370, despite securing a mandate on the issue in the 2024 Assembly elections.In a two-page letter to Abdullah, Mehdi sought answers over the party’s change in its position on Article 370. His remarks came after Abdullah asked him to seek a fresh mandate for opposing the party line.Referring to Abdullah’s recent statement urging Kashmiris to become self-reliant instead of seeking economic concessions from the Centre, Mehdi said the remarks reflected his own frustration with being expected to adopt a “posture of supplication” before the BJP.He questioned why the party leadership objected when he raised similar concerns over Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional rights.“The uncomfortable truth is that we are not even ‘begging’ for Article 370; we are ‘begging’ for statehood – a right the Supreme Court itself has recognised,” Mehdi said, arguing that the NC’s current position had become indistinguishable from that of BJP.The letter came amid reports that Mehdi is likely to resign from the Lok Sabha on November 3, the death anniversary of his father Aga Syed Mehdi, who was assassinated in an IED blast on November 3, 2000.Mehdi warned that treating statehood as the limit of political aspirations could legitimise the constitutional changes made in August 2019 and weaken protections for Jammu and Kashmir’s land, culture and environment.He also questioned NC’s decision to move away from its 2024 assembly election promise of restoring Articles 370 and 35A.“Today, we conveniently argue that the very regime which abrogated Article 370 will never restore it… That would have been a fair argument. But the BJP was also in power when we drafted our 2024 manifesto. So, why did we include the restoration of Article 370 in our manifesto?” he asked.“Were we making promises we knew we could not keep or perhaps never truly intended to keep? Did we invoke the wound inflicted on the people of Jammu and Kashmir in August 2019 merely to derive political mileage, only to conveniently forget our promises after government formation?” he added.Pointing out that nearly 65 per cent of Jammu and Kashmir’s population is young, Mehdi said their future was “increasingly uncertain” due to a lack of jobs and opportunities.“Our land is up for grabs. Our resources benefit everybody but us. Our religious rights, traditions, and language face constant pressure. Our environment is being ravaged by illegal deforestation, mining, and construction in ecologically fragile zones,” the Srinagar MP said.He said elected representatives must fight “this constant degradation and dehumanisation” instead of limiting public aspirations to what the BJP was willing to concede.“It is to ensure that the extraordinary and deeply consequential events of August 2019 do not become the new political normal and to recognise that restoration of statehood cannot be treated as an adequate substitute for what was taken away,” Mehdi said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelines”Rest assured, the resignation will come. It would have come even without you asking, but before that must come accountability,” he added.The letter comes at a time when reports suggest that the Srinagar MP is likely to resign from the Lok Sabha on November 3, coinciding with the death anniversary of his father Aga Syed Mehdi, who was assassinated by terrorists in an IED blast on November 3, 2000.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.Here are more Raksha Bandhan wishes, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat from The Times of India.About the AuthorRohitashwa RanjanRohitashwa Ranjan is a digital journalist with The Times of India, where he decodes Indian politics as a carefully staged production with scripts, subtext and everything behind. His stories track elections, party dynamics and the things that often are buried beneath the headlines. When not parsing vote shares or alliances, he is usually reading between the lines, where the real story tends to reside.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Plans Javelin Missile Buy From US, Giving Infantry A Battle-Tested Tank-Killing Edge | Watch’Willing & Keen’: Penguin Random House Denies Dropping Sonia Gandhi’s Memoir Over Editorial ChangesGovt Taps EIL For Quality Checks On 5,000 Km Of Road Projects After Modi’s ‘4th-Party Audit’ Jibe469 Dead In Nepal Floods; 3 Bodies Found In Uttar Pradesh; Kathmandu Declines Foreign Rescue TeamsCongress Alleges ₹36,000 Crore ‘Sugar Scam’, Slams Modi Govt Over Festive Price RisePM Modi’s Central Asia Visit: SCO Summit, Uzbekistan Ties, Putin Meet In FocusCM Suvendu Adhikari Urges Skilled Bengalis Abroad To Return, Promises Jobs Under Double-Engine Govt’Blind Pakistan Activated Spies To Locate India’s S-400′ During Op Sindoor, Ex-Air Marshal RevealsCamac Street Showdown: TMC Blocks Police During Billboard Removal, Banerjee Announces Court MoveNepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch123Photostories10 vintage baby girl names that still sound fresh todayJungkook style evolution: From bold eyeliner to quiet luxury, how BTS’ star transformed his fashion5 jewellery styling mistakes to avoid with traditional festive outfitsLock Upp 2 fame Akanksha Chamola’s luxurious Mumbai home: Elegant interiors, cosy living room and beautiful mandirH1N1 Or COVID-19? Symptoms may look the same, but the diagnosis can mean a very different treatment approachMakeup not lasting all day? Here’s why your base melts by noonThe ‘ick’ explained: 7 reasons attraction between partners can suddenly disappear (and how to bring the spark back)5 reasons people pull away even when they have feelings7 signs you like the idea of a romantic relationship more than your partnerCuff too tight, legs crossed or talking? Cardiologist reveals 5 home BP mistakes that can alter readings123Hot PicksNepal floodUPTET Result 2026Sunny LeoneKerala name changeRRB NTPC UG CBT 2 examAnkit Baliyan murderSridhar VembuDelhi murderNEET PG 2026 admit cardTop TrendingAnkit Balyan MurderChandigarh MurderSamay RainaUdaipur HotelFlorida Car CrashUS Green Card HolderBengal HospitalTamil Nadu Son MurderElon MuskKanpur Aircraft Crash

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NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference’s estranged MP from Srinagar Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said he will resign from Parliament, accusing party chief Farooq Abdullah and the NC leadership of abandoning the fight for restoration of Article 370, despite securing a mandate on the issue in the 2024 Assembly elections.In a two-page letter…

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India’s forex reserves hit all-time high of 9.33 billion after .42 billion jump

India’s forex reserves hit all-time high of $729.33 billion after $12.42 billion jump

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Foreign currency assets rose by $9.482 billion to $591.333 billion during the reporting week (representative image) India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $12.422 billion to a new all-time high of $729.328 billion in the week ended August 21, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data showed on Friday.The country’s forex reserves have now risen for eight…

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In 2011, Amanda Seyfried bought Adam Brody’s 1916 Los Angeles home for .85 million; 15 years later, after choosing farm life in upstate New York, she is asking .2 million

In 2011, Amanda Seyfried bought Adam Brody’s 1916 Los Angeles home for $1.85 million; 15 years later, after choosing farm life in upstate New York, she is asking $3.2 million

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Amanda Seyfried is selling the LA home she bought from Adam Brody in 2011. Amanda Seyfried is putting her Los Angeles home on the market for $3.2 million, nearly 15 years after she purchased the historic property from fellow actor Adam Brody for $1.85 million. The Mean Girls star’s decision to sell comes as she…

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Dewald Brevis’ 75 runs goes in vain as Namibia beat South Africa by 18 runs in tri-series opener

Dewald Brevis’ 75 runs goes in vain as Namibia beat South Africa by 18 runs in tri-series opener

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Namibia repeat South Africa upset Namibia produced another memorable upset against South Africa, defending 163/9 to secure an 18-run victory in the opening match of the Namibia T20I Tri-Series 2026 at the Namibia Cricket Ground on Friday. It was Namibia’s second win over South Africa in 10 months, underlining their growing stature in the shortest…

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UNCCD conference in Mongolia set the stage for enhanced global drought resilience with innovative initiatives. NEW DELHI: The seventeenth session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) conference concluded in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Friday by presenting a new global architecture for drought resilience that will help countries bridge the gap between plans and implementation.Multiple new initiatives were announced during the 12-day conference (COP17). They include .3 billion in new and pipeline finance for land restoration and strengthening drought resilience in vulnerable countries.These initiatives — the world’s first Drought Resilience Index (DRI) and the Drought Resilience Investment Facility (DRIF) — will help countries in assessing their capacity to anticipate, prepare for and adapt to drought, and unlock much larger flows of institutional and private finance for projects that strengthen water security, sustainable agriculture, nature-based solutions and land restoration.DRI’s technical monitoring metrics will enable countries to identify vulnerabilities and inform more effective policies and investments. Its new AI-powered features can help policymakers, technical experts and the public interpret complex data and turn it into practical insights.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDRIF, on the other hand, aims to mobilise up to 0 million in public and private capital for drought resilience. The facility, launched by UNCCD and Luxembourg, will use public capital to reduce investment risks.“We came to Ulaanbaatar saying that COP17 must be a COP of implementation. We leave with more of the architecture needed to make that possible: political decisions, stronger science, innovative financing mechanisms, investment pipelines and partnerships that can move solutions to scale,” said UNCCD executive secretary Yasmine Fouad.The conference took place against a stark global backdrop as up to 40 percent of the world’s land is degraded, while countries have committed to restoring more than one billion hectares, including 26 million hectares by India, by 2030. India was represented by a team led by Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav at COP17.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.Here are more Raksha Bandhan wishes, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat from The Times of India.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Plans Javelin Missile Buy From US, Giving Infantry A Battle-Tested Tank-Killing Edge | Watch’Willing & Keen’: Penguin Random House Denies Dropping Sonia Gandhi’s Memoir Over Editorial ChangesGovt Taps EIL For Quality Checks On 5,000 Km Of Road Projects After Modi’s ‘4th-Party Audit’ Jibe469 Dead In Nepal Floods; 3 Bodies Found In Uttar Pradesh; Kathmandu Declines Foreign Rescue TeamsCongress Alleges ₹36,000 Crore ‘Sugar Scam’, Slams Modi Govt Over Festive Price RisePM Modi’s Central Asia Visit: SCO Summit, Uzbekistan Ties, Putin Meet In FocusCM Suvendu Adhikari Urges Skilled Bengalis Abroad To Return, Promises Jobs Under Double-Engine Govt’Blind Pakistan Activated Spies To Locate India’s S-400′ During Op Sindoor, Ex-Air Marshal RevealsCamac Street Showdown: TMC Blocks Police During Billboard Removal, Banerjee Announces Court MoveNepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch123Photostories10 vintage baby girl names that still sound fresh todayJungkook style evolution: From bold eyeliner to quiet luxury, how BTS’ star transformed his fashion5 jewellery styling mistakes to avoid with traditional festive outfitsLock Upp 2 fame Akanksha Chamola’s luxurious Mumbai home: Elegant interiors, cosy living room and beautiful mandirH1N1 Or COVID-19? Symptoms may look the same, but the diagnosis can mean a very different treatment approachMakeup not lasting all day? Here’s why your base melts by noonThe ‘ick’ explained: 7 reasons attraction between partners can suddenly disappear (and how to bring the spark back)5 reasons people pull away even when they have feelings7 signs you like the idea of a romantic relationship more than your partnerCuff too tight, legs crossed or talking? Cardiologist reveals 5 home BP mistakes that can alter readings123Hot PicksNepal floodUPTET Result 2026Sunny LeoneKerala name changeRRB NTPC UG CBT 2 examAnkit Baliyan murderSridhar VembuDelhi murderNEET PG 2026 admit cardTop TrendingAnkit Balyan MurderChandigarh MurderSamay RainaUdaipur HotelFlorida Car CrashUS Green Card HolderBengal HospitalTamil Nadu Son MurderElon MuskKanpur Aircraft Crash

UNCCD conference in Mongolia set the stage for enhanced global drought resilience with innovative initiatives. NEW DELHI: The seventeenth session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) conference concluded in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Friday by presenting a new global architecture for drought resilience that will help countries bridge the gap between plans and implementation.Multiple new initiatives were announced during the 12-day conference (COP17). They include $1.3 billion in new and pipeline finance for land restoration and strengthening drought resilience in vulnerable countries.These initiatives — the world’s first Drought Resilience Index (DRI) and the Drought Resilience Investment Facility (DRIF) — will help countries in assessing their capacity to anticipate, prepare for and adapt to drought, and unlock much larger flows of institutional and private finance for projects that strengthen water security, sustainable agriculture, nature-based solutions and land restoration.DRI’s technical monitoring metrics will enable countries to identify vulnerabilities and inform more effective policies and investments. Its new AI-powered features can help policymakers, technical experts and the public interpret complex data and turn it into practical insights.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDRIF, on the other hand, aims to mobilise up to $400 million in public and private capital for drought resilience. The facility, launched by UNCCD and Luxembourg, will use public capital to reduce investment risks.“We came to Ulaanbaatar saying that COP17 must be a COP of implementation. We leave with more of the architecture needed to make that possible: political decisions, stronger science, innovative financing mechanisms, investment pipelines and partnerships that can move solutions to scale,” said UNCCD executive secretary Yasmine Fouad.The conference took place against a stark global backdrop as up to 40 percent of the world’s land is degraded, while countries have committed to restoring more than one billion hectares, including 26 million hectares by India, by 2030. India was represented by a team led by Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav at COP17.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.Here are more Raksha Bandhan wishes, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat from The Times of India.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Plans Javelin Missile Buy From US, Giving Infantry A Battle-Tested Tank-Killing Edge | Watch’Willing & Keen’: Penguin Random House Denies Dropping Sonia Gandhi’s Memoir Over Editorial ChangesGovt Taps EIL For Quality Checks On 5,000 Km Of Road Projects After Modi’s ‘4th-Party Audit’ Jibe469 Dead In Nepal Floods; 3 Bodies Found In Uttar Pradesh; Kathmandu Declines Foreign Rescue TeamsCongress Alleges ₹36,000 Crore ‘Sugar Scam’, Slams Modi Govt Over Festive Price RisePM Modi’s Central Asia Visit: SCO Summit, Uzbekistan Ties, Putin Meet In FocusCM Suvendu Adhikari Urges Skilled Bengalis Abroad To Return, Promises Jobs Under Double-Engine Govt’Blind Pakistan Activated Spies To Locate India’s S-400′ During Op Sindoor, Ex-Air Marshal RevealsCamac Street Showdown: TMC Blocks Police During Billboard Removal, Banerjee Announces Court MoveNepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch123Photostories10 vintage baby girl names that still sound fresh todayJungkook style evolution: From bold eyeliner to quiet luxury, how BTS’ star transformed his fashion5 jewellery styling mistakes to avoid with traditional festive outfitsLock Upp 2 fame Akanksha Chamola’s luxurious Mumbai home: Elegant interiors, cosy living room and beautiful mandirH1N1 Or COVID-19? Symptoms may look the same, but the diagnosis can mean a very different treatment approachMakeup not lasting all day? Here’s why your base melts by noonThe ‘ick’ explained: 7 reasons attraction between partners can suddenly disappear (and how to bring the spark back)5 reasons people pull away even when they have feelings7 signs you like the idea of a romantic relationship more than your partnerCuff too tight, legs crossed or talking? Cardiologist reveals 5 home BP mistakes that can alter readings123Hot PicksNepal floodUPTET Result 2026Sunny LeoneKerala name changeRRB NTPC UG CBT 2 examAnkit Baliyan murderSridhar VembuDelhi murderNEET PG 2026 admit cardTop TrendingAnkit Balyan MurderChandigarh MurderSamay RainaUdaipur HotelFlorida Car CrashUS Green Card HolderBengal HospitalTamil Nadu Son MurderElon MuskKanpur Aircraft Crash

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UNCCD conference in Mongolia set the stage for enhanced global drought resilience with innovative initiatives. NEW DELHI: The seventeenth session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) conference concluded in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Friday by presenting a new global architecture for drought resilience that will help countries bridge the gap between plans and…

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‘Rajinikanth apologised’: Amrish Puri once walked out, feeling the superstar was ‘throwing his weight around’, reveals his son Rajeev Puri

‘Rajinikanth apologised’: Amrish Puri once walked out, feeling the superstar was ‘throwing his weight around’, reveals his son Rajeev Puri

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‘Rajinikanth apologised’: Amrish Puri once walked out, feeling the superstar was ‘throwing his weight around’, reveals his son Rajeev Puri Amrish Puri’s son, Rajeev Puri, has opened up about the veteran actor’s deep bonds with several Bollywood stars, including Sunny Deol, Ajay Devgn, Priyanka Chopra, Rani Mukerji and Preity Zinta. He also spoke about why…

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Aquarius Horoscope Tomorrow, August 29, 2026: Career, Money, Love and Health Predictions

Aquarius Horoscope Tomorrow, August 29, 2026: Career, Money, Love and Health Predictions

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Financial choices become more thoughtful with the Moon in Pisces and Purva Bhadrapada. Partnerships and commitments receive focus as Mercury enters Purva Phalguni. Aquarius career predictions highlight professional discussions and clearer business boundaries. Love predictions suggest practical conversations and attraction to confident speakers. Health observations focus on eating patterns and stress management for well-being. The…

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China Real Estate Measures: China property crisis: Why Beijing is moving away from the pre-sale model

China Real Estate Measures: China property crisis: Why Beijing is moving away from the pre-sale model

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File photo: A general view shows a construction site of residential apartment blocks in Beijing, China (Picture credit: Reuters) China on Friday unveiled a series of measures aimed at reducing property developers’ reliance on funds collected from homebuyers before projects are completed, as Beijing seeks to curb risks and restore confidence in its crisis-hit real…

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NEW DELHI: The high-powered task force set up by the Centre to overhaul India’s public examination system has opened a nationwide consultation Friday, seeking suggestions from students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders on making high-stakes tests more secure, transparent and student-friendly.The panel, headed by Infosys co-founder and technology expert Nandan Nilekani, was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month amid heightened scrutiny of the examination system following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and youth protests over alleged lapses in test conduct.The announcement had come a day after the Centre accepted the demands raised by the youth-led CJP, whose protests over the NEET leak included calls for then education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters.“The High-Powered Task Force on Reforms in Public Examinations wants to hear from students, parents, teachers — every citizen,” a senior official said on Friday.The public consultation will remain open till September 13, with citizens allowed to send suggestions through WhatsApp, a dedicated website, email and a toll-free number.Officials said the task force is examining reforms across the examination chain — from institutional processes and question-paper security to use of technology and strengthening of examination infrastructure.It will also look at measures to improve accessibility and inclusion, while factoring in student well-being during the examination process.“The objective is to develop a public examination system that is robust, secure, transparent, equitable and future-ready,” the official said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe exercise assumes significance after repeated controversies surrounding national-level entrance and eligibility examinations raised questions over paper security, examination management and the ability of testing agencies to respond quickly to irregularities.Apart from Nilekani, the task force includes former ISRO chairman S Somanath, former Intelligence Bureau director Tapan Deka, IIT Madras director V Kamakoti, former education secretary Anita Karwal and logistics expert Amrit Lal Meena.The panel is expected to recommend both immediate safeguards and longer-term structural changes in the way public examinations are designed, administered and secured.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.Here are more Raksha Bandhan wishes, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat from The Times of India.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. 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NEW DELHI: The high-powered task force set up by the Centre to overhaul India’s public examination system has opened a nationwide consultation Friday, seeking suggestions from students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders on making high-stakes tests more secure, transparent and student-friendly.The panel, headed by Infosys co-founder and technology expert Nandan Nilekani, was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month amid heightened scrutiny of the examination system following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and youth protests over alleged lapses in test conduct.The announcement had come a day after the Centre accepted the demands raised by the youth-led CJP, whose protests over the NEET leak included calls for then education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters.“The High-Powered Task Force on Reforms in Public Examinations wants to hear from students, parents, teachers — every citizen,” a senior official said on Friday.The public consultation will remain open till September 13, with citizens allowed to send suggestions through WhatsApp, a dedicated website, email and a toll-free number.Officials said the task force is examining reforms across the examination chain — from institutional processes and question-paper security to use of technology and strengthening of examination infrastructure.It will also look at measures to improve accessibility and inclusion, while factoring in student well-being during the examination process.“The objective is to develop a public examination system that is robust, secure, transparent, equitable and future-ready,” the official said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe exercise assumes significance after repeated controversies surrounding national-level entrance and eligibility examinations raised questions over paper security, examination management and the ability of testing agencies to respond quickly to irregularities.Apart from Nilekani, the task force includes former ISRO chairman S Somanath, former Intelligence Bureau director Tapan Deka, IIT Madras director V Kamakoti, former education secretary Anita Karwal and logistics expert Amrit Lal Meena.The panel is expected to recommend both immediate safeguards and longer-term structural changes in the way public examinations are designed, administered and secured.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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