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Netherlands rope in Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez as head coach

Amsterdam, Aug. 13 -- Spain and Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has been appointed as the head coach of the Netherlands men's national team, with the deal running through to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. ... Read More


Parliament Monsoon Session ends amid opposition protests; 12 Bills passed, only one debated; productivity 19% in LS, 39% in RS

New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- The Monsoon Session of Parliament, which began on July 20, was adjourned sine die on Thursday after 19 sittings spread over 25 days -- a session in which 12 Bills were passed but... Read More


Successful Dharavi redevelopment could attract more foreign capital into India: Real estate sector expert

New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- Successful execution of the Dharavi redevelopment project would serve as a proof of concept for India's ability to undertake large-scale urban redevelopment and help attract grea... Read More


Tricolour represents India's identity, self-respect and strength: UP Minister Swatantra Dev Singh leads Har Ghar Tiranga Yatra in Varanasi

Varanasi, Aug. 13 -- Ahead of the 80th Independence Day, a grand Tiranga Yatra was organised in Varanasi on Thursday under the "Har Ghar Tiranga Yatra" program, aimed at spreading the spirit of patrio... Read More


Vinay Kumar appointed Karnataka senior men's head coach

Bengaluru, Aug. 13 -- Former India fast bowler Vinay Kumar has been appointed as the head coach of the Karnataka senior men's cricket team for the 2026-27 domestic season, the Karnataka State Cricket ... Read More


Karnataka bandh: Koppal protesters offer roses to Tamil Nadu lorry drivers over Cauvery water release

Koppal, Aug. 13 -- A unique protest was witnessed in Koppal on Thursday as Karnataka observed a statewide bandh over the Cauvery water-sharing issue, with protesters offering roses to drivers of Tamil... Read More


Paytm gets target price hikes from BofA, JM Financial as UPI monetisation expected to boost earnings

Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- Global brokerages Bank of America Securities and JM Financial have raised their price targets on Paytm, saying the potential monetisation of UPI merchant payments through the applic... Read More


"Wording has a meaning": Palestinian envoy Shawesh rejects labelling Gaza proposal a 'peace plan'

New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- Palestinian Ambassador to India Abdullah M Abu Shawesh on Thursday asserted that the 15-point proposal for Gaza should not be called a "peace plan," explaining that it is merely ... Read More


Jindal Stainless targets 3.5 MTPA sales by FY29; lines up Rs 2,600 crore capex for FY27

New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- Jindal Stainless Limited (JSL) is targeting sales volumes of 3.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) by FY29, up from 2.57 MTPA in FY26, as the stainless steel maker expands capacity... Read More


Hit Israeli thriller 'Fauda' set to return for Season 5 on Netflix India

New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- Fans of the acclaimed political thriller Fauda have a new reason to look forward to September, with the series officially returning for its fifth season on Netflix India on Septe... Read More