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Telangana DGP CV Anand hoists the national flag at 650 feet on Karregutta Hills, a former Maoist stronghold on the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border HYDERABAD: Five days before Independence Day, Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) CV Anand hoisted the Indian national flag at a height of 650 feet on Karregutta Hills, along the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border, on Monday. The dense forest area of Karregutta was once a major Maoist stronghold and one of the most heavily mined areas under the control of the Communist Party of India (Maoist).For the first time in the past 50 years, the national flag was hoisted on…
AI generated image used for reprentative purpose UP Mukhyamantri Khet Suraksha Yojana is a Uttar Pradesh government scheme that helps farmers install solar-powered electric fencing to protect crops from stray cattle, nilgai, wild boars, and similar animals.Objective The harm to crops in the field by the animals has been a recurring problem in Uttar Pradesh. Keeping it in the perspective, this scheme was announced around July 2023 and aims to reduce crop losses caused by animals. It promotes solar electric fencing that runs on renewable energy. A low-voltage (around 12-volt) current flows through the wires. When an animal touches the…
Sisters Nikita Dallison and Mellissa Arkwright were just six and seven years old when they began to be abused by their half-brother Adrian Austin.But while Nikita, 36, can remember the harrowing details vividly, Mellissa, 35, had no recollection of what happen to her as a little girl.It was only when Nikita bravely reported the abuse to police in 2021 that Mellissa decided to have a type of talking therapy known as eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR).This involves listening to sounds, tapping, or flashing lights to remember a traumatic event.”I needed therapy because my mental health had spiralled way out…
Dakota Ditcheva says she has “cried non-stop” after breaking both of her hands in the win over Denise Kielholtz – just months after recovering from similar injuries.The Briton outclassed Kielholtz at PFL New York earlier this month to win by unanimous decision in her first fight in just over a year.The 28-year-old had not fought since July 2025 as a result of breaking her left hand – then suffered a fracture in her other hand five months later.Despite comfortably beating Kielholtz on her return, Ditcheva says she fought the majority of the contest with two broken hands.”I broke my hands…
The Solar Eclipse of August 12, 2026, offers spiritual opportunities for devotees. Donating wheat is recommended for stability and respect in life. Jaggery contributions bring sweetness and relief, easing tensions with authority figures. Red cloth donations enhance courage and provide protection from fear. Copper items or food and water offerings improve health and vitality. Solar Eclipse 2026: What to Donate for Money, Health and Family PeaceThere is a solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This Surya Grahan will not be visible in India, so the Sutak rules will not be applicable here. However, many devotees may decide to practice…
DIY: Don’t throw away empty candle jars! 5 smart ways to reuse them at home That pretty glass jar left behind once your favourite scented candle burns down to nothing doesn’t have to end up in the bin. Candle jars, especially the sturdier ones that come with premium or gifted candles, are often too good-looking and too well-made to toss out after a single use. With a little cleaning and a bit of imagination, they can be repurposed into something genuinely useful around the house, no craft skills required. Here are five smart, low-effort ways to give an empty candle…
New Delhi, A bill to broaden the mandate of the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) to give loans and grants directly to cooperative societies was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday.NCDC, a statutory organisation under the Ministry of Cooperation, was established in 1963 under the National Cooperative Development Corporation Act, 1962.Minister of State for Cooperation Murlidhar Mohol introduced the National Cooperative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026.NCDC’s main activities include planning, promoting, and financing programs for the production, processing, marketing, storage, and export-import of agricultural produce, foodstuffs, and other notified commodities.”It is proposed to enable the corporation to provide loans…
Srinagar, Aug 10 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the expansion of his Council of Ministers is likely to take place soon.Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event at SKICC, Srinagar, Omar Abdullah according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said he was in talks with the concerned authorities on the cabinet expansion.Asked if the expansion would take place on August 15, Omar denied the speculations and said he was talking to the minister. “The exercise would take place and it will be done soon,” he added.Commenting on reports that Home Minister…
Looking to up your denim game? Here are 5 jean styles worth considering (Pexels)Samarpita Yashaswini is a Content Producer for Fashion (HT Shop Now) at Hindustan Times Digital. She has five years of experience in lifestyle writing, specialising in fashion, beauty, and trend-led commerce content. She covers everything from seasonal must-haves and wardrobe essentials to brand reviews and styling edits that make everyday dressing easier and more exciting.She began her writing journey in 2020, but her love for fashion started long before that. Over the years, she has interned with Times Internet and Desi Martini, and worked with Pinkvilla and…
Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces commander Robert “Madyar” Brovdi says the country could dramatically increase its strikes against Russian military targets in Crimea if Western funding reaches Ukraine faster. In an interview with The Associated Press, Brovdi said his forces are operating at roughly 14% of their potential capacity, while recent attacks have targeted Russian air defenses, rail links, fuel infrastructure and other military assets. He argues the campaign aims to prevent Crimea from functioning as a staging ground for Russian forces. Brovdi also warned of growing Russian drone and missile capabilities and Ukraine’s shortage of Patriot interceptors for ballistic missile…