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UAE’s humanitarian mission: Rescue team flies Black Hawk missions to combat Albania’s forest fires | World News

UAE rescue team continues its efforts to contain forest fires in Albania/Image: WAM The UAE rescue team is delivering critical help in Albania, participating in intensive fire-suppression missions to support local authorities in battling the ongoing forest fires. The team’s aerial expertise, including precision Black Hawk helicopter operations, has been instrumental in containing the blazes […]

Duleep Trophy: Central Zone’s Rajat Patidar smashes quickfire ton, East Zone’s Mohammed Shami puts solid shift

Central Zone captain Rajat Patidar set the tone on Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy 2025 quarter-final clash against North East Zone with a blistering century at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground B, Bengaluru, on Thursday, August 28. Patidar, fresh from leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their maiden IPL title earlier this year, was […]

Preparations Complete for Mass Wedding of Differently-Abled and Underprivileged in Udaipur | Udaipur Kiran

Udaipur, 28 August (Udaipur Kiran): All preparations are now complete for the 44th free mass wedding ceremony for differently-abled and underprivileged couples, organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan. The venue, Seva Mahatirth at Liyo Ka Guda, has been beautifully decorated with a grand pandal and attractive arrangements. Institution president Prashant Agarwal said that committees formed by […]

US Army is using TikTok to recruit young soldiers: How influencers are selling military life to Gen Z | World News

The US Army has increasingly embraced social media to reach its next generation of recruits, with TikTok emerging as a surprising tool in this strategy. Although the platform is officially banned on government devices due to security concerns, recruiters and influencers are still using it to promote enlistment. Young soldiers and veterans share polished videos […]

‘Prayers not enough’: Former Biden aide Jen Psaki slams Donald Trump over Minneapolis shooting response; faces backlash for politicising tragedy | World News

Jen Psaki slams Donald Trump over Minneapolis shooting response; faces backlash for politicising traged Former White House press secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki launched a blistering attack on US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, accusing them of offering only “thoughts and prayers” in the wake of a deadly school shooting in Minneapolis.In a […]

‘No Azure for Apartheid’: Microsoft fires two for protesting ties with Israel; cites breach of policies | World News

Microsoft fires 2 employees for staging protest against ties with Israel Two Microsoft employees were sacked on Wednesday after staging a sit-in protest at the office of company president Brad Smith, demanding the tech giant end its business ties with Israel amid the Gaza war. A Microsoft spokesperson said the employees were terminated for “serious […]

Qatar: Arriving in Doha? Hamad International Airport shares key tips for stress-free entry | World News

Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha has issued updated travel tips/Image: File Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha has issued updated travel tips and procedures to streamline the arrival experience for returning travellers as the summer holiday season ends and the new school year begins. The recommendations focus on safe transportation, efficient luggage collection, and […]

This Australian island has the world’s most beautiful airport landing and its runway begins in the ocean | World News

Descending into an airport is rarely considered the highlight of a journey, but some runways turn a standard arrival into an unforgettable experience. A new global study has crowned Lord Howe Island Airport in Australia as the world’s most beautiful airport landing, thanks to its rare ocean-to-beach runway and the breathtaking natural setting of this […]

US Open: Bhambri, Bopanna to lead India’s challenge in men’s doubles

Rohan Bopanna. File | Photo Credit: AP Yuki Bhambri, India’s number one doubles player, and veteran Rohan Bopanna will lead the country’s challenge at the US Open, season’s last Grand Slam. Bhambri has teamed up with New Zealand’s Michael Venus, while Bopanna, India’s number two doubles player, has joined forces with Monaco’s Romain Arneodo. Bhambri […]

Successful Kidney Stone Surgery Performed on Girl at PIMS Hospital, Udaipur | Udaipur Kiran

Udaipur: Doctors at Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital, Umarda, have successfully performed a complex kidney stone surgery on a young girl. Pediatric surgeon Dr. Atul Mishra shared that a 12-year-old girl from Udaipur had been suffering from abdominal pain for several months. Despite receiving treatment at various places, her condition did not improve. […]