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Photo mocking Trump posted on X by Iran embassy in South Africa Iranian state media has mocked US President Donald Trump over the secret aircraft switch that took place during his departure from Turkey last month, portraying the episode as evidence of Washington’s fear of Iran’s military capabilities.A presenter on Iranian state television described the incident as a new “scandal” for Trump and said it had become a source of humiliation for the US president. The comments came after new details emerged about the security operation during Trump’s return from the Nato summit in Ankara.The operation was prompted by what…

The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) on Thursday asked the Sports Ministry to reconsider its decision to suspend the federation’s recognition, saying the move could affect the body’s autonomy under the Olympic Charter.The federation also requested the ministry to keep its August 12 order in abeyance and review the matter.The Sports Ministry on Wednesday withdrew recognition of the TTFI and asked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to form an ad-hoc committee to administer table tennis in India. The Ministry cited governance issues, including the federation’s failure to hold elections on time, after receiving an “unsatisfactory response” to a show-cause…

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging a Constitutional amendment to permanently fix the strength of the Lok Sabha at its existing 543 seats, amid growing concern in southern states over the impact of an upcoming delimitation exercise on their parliamentary representation.The letter comes days after the Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a special resolution, moved by Vijay himself, calling on the Centre to permanently freeze the Lok Sabha’s strength at 543 seats and protect the existing state-wise distribution of parliamentary seats. Also read: DMK, AIADMK MPs skip Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph…

For patients living with kidney failure, the choice between long-term dialysis and a kidney transplant can significantly affect their quality of life, independence and long-term health. While dialysis remains a critical, life-sustaining treatment, a successful kidney transplant, when medically appropriate, can offer greater freedom from regular dialysis and better long-term outcomes. However, the shortage of donor organs continues to leave thousands of patients waiting for a transplant in India.Kidney Transplant vs Dialysis: Why Organ Donation Matters More Than Ever (iStock)Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times. She has over 9 years of experience…

A parliamentary committee has flagged a significant shortage of staff in the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), noting that more than 56 per cent of sanctioned posts at NCERT and 44 per cent of positions at CBSE remain vacant.NCERT faces 1,596 vacancies, 44 pc CBSE positions unfilled: Par panel (HT_PRINT)The concerns were raised in the Tenth Report (Eighteenth Lok Sabha) of the Committee on Estimates (2026-27) on ‘Budget and Policy Aspects for Providing Affordable and Quality Education in the Country including Review of Central Board of Secondary Education’, which…

Jackie Shroff recently offered a heartfelt gesture of respect to veteran actress Vyjayanthimala. To mark her 93rd birthday on August 13, 2026, Shroff shared a touching video that captured their meeting, during which he knelt down and touched her feet in a display of reverence. He also described her as “one of his favourites,” a nod to her remarkable and long-standing career in the industry.Vyjayanthimala’s remarkable legacy in Indian cinemaOver a career spanning more than two decades and multiple languages, Vyjayanthimala left an indelible mark on the industry. Her 96th birthday was already a milestone occasion, and Jackie Shroff’s heartfelt…

NEW DELHI: A parliamentary committee has questioned whether rising capital expenditure in India’s oil and gas sector is translating into higher domestic production, noting that crude oil output has continued to decline despite a sharp increase in investments.It has asked the petroleum ministry to submit a detailed report explaining how recent exploration reforms and newly awarded blocks will help raise production.In an action taken report tabled in Parliament on Thursday, the committee on public undertakings noted that capital expenditure by petroleum and natural gas public sector undertakings (PSUs) rose from Rs 1.3 lakh crore in 2020-21 to a projected Rs…

If you’ve ever tried to dig up an old message in WhatsApp, you know how painful it can be to scroll endlessly through months of conversations in busy family, school, office, or society-group chats. Important details like addresses, fee notices, meeting discussions, or payment confirmations often get buried under hundreds of casual exchanges. That’s where WhatsApp’s search-by-date option comes in. Instead of relying on keywords you may not remember, this feature lets you jump straight to the exact day a conversation happened, saving time and frustration. It transforms WhatsApp from a cluttered chat stream into a searchable archive of your…

Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York, are meeting federal prosecutors on Friday amid US media reports of a potential plea agreement.Mangione faces two federal charges of stalking resulting in death, each carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison. It was not immediately clear which charges are under discussion.”There’s a conference scheduled for 11 am on Friday, and that’s all we can say at this time,” Jamie McDonald, the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), said this week.Mangione also faces a separate state trial over…

A robot traveled through a hidden passage inside Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza and stopped at a sealed barrier that may have remained untouched for about 4,500 years. The discovery has renewed questions about what could be hidden inside the ancient monument. According to an online report, researchers used modern robotic and scanning technology to explore a narrow passage that would be difficult and risky for people to enter. The robot reached the end of the corridor but found a solid wall or sealed doorway. Archaeologists say further study could reveal new details about the pyramid’s design and construction.Robot explores…