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Delhi Metro last-mile connectivity: Why the final stretch remains a hurdle for commuters

The Delhi Metro serves millions daily, but reaching destinations remains a significant hurdle. Commuters spend considerable time and money on the final stretch of their journeys and improving last-mile options could enhance passenger confidence.

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Why Vintage Shopping in Indian Cities Feels Nothing Like Western Thrift Store Culture

The object was never meant to leaveThe silk saree folded into the corner of a Chor Bazaar stall did not arrive there the way a flannel shirt arrives at a Goodwill in Portland. Nobody donated it. Nobody decided it had run its course and dropped it into a bin. It…

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The Thrifter's City Guide: Best Secondhand and Vintage Markets in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru

Mumbai: Where the Secondhand Market Has Always Been SeriousChor Bazaar in Bhendi Bazaar is the oldest and densest secondhand market in Mumbai. The furniture and antique lanes get the most attention, but the clothing stalls tucked behind them, particularly on Mutton Street, are where real finds surface. Expect exported surplus,…

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Delhi BJP lodges police complaint over 'fake' photo of Nitin Nabin holding national flag upside down

The Delhi BJP unit has filed a police complaint regarding a fake picture. This fabricated image shows party president Nitin Nabin holding the national flag upside down. BJP leaders met with police officials to demand a thorough investigation into the matter. They stated that opposition parties misuse social media to…

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WaPo story on Adani: Gujarat cops search journalist Ravi Nair’s residences in Kerala and Delhi

On the afternoon of August 17, 2026, officials from the Gujarat police conducted parallel searches at two homes of journalist Ravi Nair in Kerala and Delhi. They seized two of Ravi’s mobile phones from his residence in Kerala. At Ravi’s Delhi residence, law enforcement officials took his son’s laptop, as…

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Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Ineligible beneficiaries to face aid stoppage, recovery of dues

Delhi's Lakshmi Yojana is designed to assist women between the ages of twenty-one and sixty with financial resources. Ongoing applications can be processed at any time through the dedicated online portal. Ineligibility will lead to the cutoff of funds and possible legal implications for individuals involved. In the event of…

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School holiday August 18, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, UP to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday news: Monsoon rains are expected to continue across several parts of India. Students and parents are watching for possible school closures on Tuesday, August 18. Heavy to extremely heavy showers are forecast for some regions by the IMD. Local authorities will decide on school holidays based on weather…

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SC agrees to examine BJP leader Yogender Chandolia's plea against AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi's election

The Supreme Court will examine a plea challenging an AAP MLA's election. This challenge concerns an alleged false declaration regarding educational qualifications. The plea was filed by BJP leader Yogender Chandolia against Vishesh Ravi. The Delhi High Court had previously dismissed the plea as infructuous. The Supreme Court has now…

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Care Health Insurance rejected heart attack patient's mediclaim over ‘pre-existing diabetes, hypertension’: Court says these are ‘lifestyle diseases’; orders insurer to pay Rs 2.1 lakh

Care Health Insurance has been ordered to pay Rs 2.1 lakh after a Delhi consumer commission ruled that rejecting a heart attack patient's mediclaim on grounds of pre-existing diabetes and hypertension was unfair. The commission held, backed by multiple higher court rulings, that diabetes and hypertension are lifestyle diseases and…

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Vande Mataram incident: Delhi Police enquires into complaint against Sonia, Rahul

Delhi Police are investigating a complaint filed by an advocate regarding an Independence Day event. The complaint alleges improper conduct during the singing of Vande Mataram at the Congress headquarters. It claims Sonia Gandhi made gestures indicating objection to the song's continuation. A video reportedly shows Rahul Gandhi stating they…

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India should bring back fuel with lower blend of ethanol, chief economic adviser says

CEA suggests offering a lower ethanol fuel blend. This move aims to address widespread consumer anger over the E20 fuel policy. Many car owners have voiced concerns about vehicle performance and potential damage. The adviser noted issues with older vehicles and rubber seals not rated for ethanol. New Delhi should…

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Gold rate today (August 17, 2026): Check 18k, 20k, 22k, 24k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities

In today's marketplace, gold prices remain pivotal for both investors and those seeking gifts. Consumers are encouraged to explore pricing options at Tanishq alongside other top brands. The rates for 22K gold jewelry exhibit minor variances among major cities in India. Reliable pricing is provided by Malabar Gold & Diamonds,…

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Rs 1.9 cr a day: BJP govt in MP spent more on publicity than on environment or minority depts

Drive through almost any town in Madhya Pradesh and the state government is impossible to avoid. Hoardings at the chowk. Full pages in the morning paper. Sponsored posts around every government event. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav’s face is on most of them, and not only inside the state. Madhya Pradesh…

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Uncle, nephew killed as e-rickshaw battery blast triggers fire in west Delhi godown

A suspected e-rickshaw battery blast caused a massive fire in a west Delhi godown. The blaze erupted early Monday morning, engulfing domestic articles stored on the first floor. Two individuals sustained burn injuries and were declared dead at the hospital. Firefighters quickly responded and brought the flames under control. Investigations…

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Chandrasekaran, Noel Tata separately briefed govt on rift, concerns before chairman's exit

Tata leaders recently updated government officials on internal conflicts and strategic rifts within the conglomerate. Issues concerning business initiatives, appointments, and Air India’s financial woes were highlighted. Following Noel Tata's visit to Delhi, speculation about leadership succession and his role at Trent emerged. The government's historical ties with the Tata…

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Why the 5 AM to 7 AM Slot Is the Best Deep Work and Focus Window in Indian Summers

What heat does to concentration, and why 5 AM is the exceptionCognitive performance begins to degrade measurably once the ambient temperature crosses 30°C. A 2020 study published in PLOS Medicine, tracking students in Boston during a heatwave, found that those without air conditioning scored 13 percent lower on cognitive tests…

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India Fashion Week Trends and the Wardrobes of Real Women: Why Four Cities Decide What India Wears

The runway exists in a different countryYou watch the reel. A model moves down a white-lit runway in something that is half-sari, half-structured coat, hand-embroidered at the hem, priced somewhere between a month's rent and a small car. The designer takes a bow. The front row applauds. By the next…

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What Lakme Fashion Week Actually Means for How Everyday Indian Women Are Dressing

The runway is not a wardrobeYou watch the models walk. The silhouettes are architectural, the fabrics are things you'd need to Google, and the styling involves a kind of studied dishevelment that takes a team of people to achieve. Lakme Fashion Week is, in this sense, a performance. A very…

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Farmers seek Delhi march as Haryana blocks route at Khanauri

Farmers protesting the India-US trade deal are camped at the Khanauri border. Bharatiya Kisan Union Ekta Sidhupur chief Jagjit Singh Dallewal appealed for passage to Delhi. He requested the Prime Minister and Haryana government allow a peaceful march on foot. Farmers seek a legal MSP guarantee, farm loan waivers, and…

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Bangladesh sets tough riders for PM Tarique Rahman's visit to India

DHAKA/DELHI: Amid mounting domestic pressure from hardliners and opposition Jamaat-e-Islami ally NCP, PM Tarique Rahman's govt Sunday attached tough conditions for New Delhi prior to his possible bilateral visit to India at PM Modi's invitation - "act expeditiously on extradition of Sheikh Hasina and other criminal fugitives, and help create…

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BJP leaders lodge complaint against Sonia Gandhi following Vande Mataram recitation controversy

BJP leaders filed a complaint against Sonia Gandhi in Mangaluru. This action followed a controversy during Vande Mataram recitation at Congress headquarters. BJP leaders alleged disrespect towards the national song by Congress leaders. Congress asserted Sonia Gandhi was ensuring correct song arrangements were followed. The incident occurred during an Independence…

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India to host BRICS Environment Working Group meetings on August 17-18

India will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi on August 18. Senior officers will meet on August 17 to discuss environmental working group priorities. Ministers will deliberate on an outcome document and thematic discussions for cooperation. Priority areas include sustainable lifestyles, afforestation, and disaster resilience. The…

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Haryana blocks ‘Kisan Bachao Padyatra’ Delhi march over India-US trade deal, MSP

Haryana Police prevented farmers from reaching Delhi during their march on Sunday. Talks between farmer representatives and Haryana officials remained inconclusive regarding their demands. Farmers insisted on meeting the Union agriculture minister to discuss the India-US trade deal. They announced a peaceful sit-in at the Khanauri border point after being…

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Weather Tomorrow August 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 17: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert for Monday, August 17. Expect heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi and Punjab, while Gujarat and Bihar are warned of intense showers alongside lightning strikes. In Himachal Pradesh, light to moderate rain is likely, with localized heavy…

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Bangladesh seeks 'propitious environment' for PM Rahman's India visit; links it to Hasina's extradition

Bangladesh requires India to create a favorable environment for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit. This condition is tied to Dhaka's pending extradition requests for deposed Premier Sheikh Hasina. Hasina's recent virtual press conference from New Delhi has strained bilateral relations between the two nations. India maintains that Hasina's extradition request…

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