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Carmakers’ internal data flags fuel contamination concerns; complaint later withdrawn

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Since April 1, when E20 became the only petrol available, concerns among consumers have increased. Amid the raging debate on impact of ethanol-blended E20 petrol on cars, internal communications exchanged among auto industry executives reveal concerns on fuel contamination.The rollout of E20 petrol has sparked dissatisfaction among motorists, with hundreds claiming the fuel has lowered … Read more

‘Ravindra Jadeja will punch me, but he is on the wrong side of thirty’: Ex-India cricketer’s blunt take

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Former India spinner Murali Kartik believes Manav Suthar has the qualities required to eventually take over from Ravindra Jadeja in India’s Test side.Jadeja and Suthar are both part of India’s squad for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka, with the two left-arm spinners expected to feature in the playing XI for the opening Test … Read more

Why is ICE under fire over its $20 million electric shock-glove plan?

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The G.L.O.V.E., sits on a table after a demonstration at the Oklahoma County Detention Center. (Photo: AP) US Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s plan to spend up to $20 million on electric-shock gloves is facing criticism from civil rights groups and Democratic officials, with a pending wrongful-death lawsuit in Kentucky raising concerns over the potential misuse … Read more

The Legend of the Prince’

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Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash in the lead roles, is set to expand its global footprint with a simultaneous release in China this November. The film is being promoted in the Chinese market under a new title – ‘Ramayana: The Legend of the Prince’. ‘Ramayana’ set for November release in China The … Read more

A Minnesota church closed after its congregation fell to 26 members, then gave about $600,000 to nonprofits and sold its property for affordable housing

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Image Credit: stmarksuccallentown.org After its congregation dwindled to just 26 members, St. Mark’s United Church of Christ in Bloomington, Minnesota, made the difficult decision to close, turning its final chapter into an extraordinary act of generosity. According to Minnesota nonprofit Loaves & Fishes, which provides meals to people facing hunger, St. Mark’s distributed about $600,000 … Read more

Parliamentary panel flags gap between curriculum design and textbook availability for classes 9-12

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A parliamentary committee has raised concerns over delays in updating NCERT textbooks for Classes 9–12 despite curriculum changes aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF 2023. A parliamentary committee has highlighted the gap in the design and implementation of the curriculum of Classes 9 to 12, noting that the lack of textbooks has put additional burden … Read more

Kharge raises Haldwani ‘suddhikaran’ row in RS; BJP, Congress spar

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Kharge loses cool in RS over Haldwani hawan; Nadda condemns ritual NEW DELHI: Congress president and leader of opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday raised the alleged “purification” of a Haldwani ground after his rally, questioning whether such an act was compatible with democracy and constitutional values.Kharge said a hawan was conducted … Read more

Yuvan Shankar Raja and Sanjana Divaker Kalmanje lend vocals to Jason Sanjay’s directorial and Sundeep Kishan starrer

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The musical buzz around Jason Sanjay’s ‘Sigma’ has grown further with the release of its second single, “Ayyayyo Ammadi.” The song arrives after the film’s first track, “Sigma Style,” generated considerable attention online. Composed by Thaman S, the new song takes a softer, more melodic route, offering a striking contrast to the action-heavy mood seen … Read more

Ashwin reveals big name in CSK coach race

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Eoin Morgan (Getty Images) Chennai Super Kings could turn to a fresh face in the dugout after ending their long association with Stephen Fleming, and veteran India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin believes former England captain Eoin Morgan could be a strong contender for the role.The five-time IPL champions recently parted ways with Fleming following a couple … Read more