Friday, 14 August 2026 · The Grounded Times

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Sukhbir Badal attacked in Maharashtra; minor injuries reported, suspect arrested, and SAD calls for a high-level investigation. Photo via The Hindu

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Former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Badal Injured in Nanded Sword Attack

Yesterday, former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal sustained a hand injury after being attacked with a kirpan by a member of a Nihang group at a gurudwara in Nanded, Maharashtra.

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Supreme Court Stays Madras High Court Order on Compassionate Appointments for Karur Stampede Victims

The Supreme Court today granted interim relief to the Tamil Nadu government by staying a Madras High Court order that had quashed compassionate appointments for families affected by the Karur stampede tragedy.

Google News India · The Hindu

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Political Row Erupts in Uttarakhand Over Purification Havan After Kharge's Rally

Yesterday, a political controversy emerged after a purification ritual was performed in Uttarakhand following a rally led by Kharge.

Indian Express · PIB

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is seized of the issue of proliferation of a large number of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations or Satellite Internet constellations causing accumulation of Space debris and is taking all possible steps for its mitigation and prevention, Mini

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ISRO Taking Steps to Mitigate Space Debris From LEO Satellites

Yesterday, Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that ISRO is addressing the proliferation of Low Earth Orbit satellite constellations and taking steps to prevent space debris accumulation.

PIB

NEW DELHI: To facilitate the movement of special guests, invitees and the general public attending Independence Day celebration Saturday, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will commence metro services from 4am from all terminal stations across the DMRC network.

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Kolkata Metro to Operate 438 Services for Independence Day

The Kolkata Metro has announced it will run 438 services today to accommodate commuters celebrating Independence Day.

Indian Express

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Ukrainian Drones Strike Major Russian Oil Refinery

Yesterday, Ukrainian drones struck the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat refinery in Russia, marking the fourth such attack on the country's oil sector in three days and causing a fire.

AP India

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Details Released for Gorakhpur-Delhi Amrit Bharat Express

A breakdown of the train number, route, stops, and timings has been published for the Gorakhpur-Delhi Amrit Bharat Express.

Indian Express

Debate

Evaluating the Impact of India's Student Protests

An analysis examines how recent student demonstrations in India reflect broader issues concerning education, employment, and economic policy.

Google News India · The Hindu

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Delhi University Removes Delhi Sultanate From Postgraduate Syllabus

Yesterday, Delhi University announced the removal of the Delhi Sultanate period from its postgraduate history syllabus.

Indian Express

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Siddapur Village Protests Planned GHMC Solid Waste Facility

Residents of Siddapur village in Kothur mandal have risen in protest today against a newly approved solid waste processing facility designated for Hyderabad's garbage.

The Hindu

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Lucknow-Delhi Tejas Express to Be Rebranded as Sprite Tejas Express

Yesterday, it was announced that India's first private train operating on the Lucknow-Delhi route will be renamed the Sprite Tejas Express.

Indian Express

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Tata Motors PV Shares Slide Amid Margin Pressures

Yesterday, Tata Motors reported a decline in its passenger vehicle shares as ongoing margin pressures are expected to continue.

Google News India · Reuters India

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Indian Central Bank Appears to Intervene to Support Rupee

Traders report that the Indian central bank likely stepped in today to support the currency.

Google News India · Reuters India

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Body of Pakistani Climber Recovered From Broad Peak

Yesterday, local volunteers recovered the body of Sohail Sakhi from Broad Peak, two weeks after an avalanche killed 10 climbers on the mountain.

AP India · The Hindu

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Urges PM Modi to Freeze Lok Sabha Strength at 543

Yesterday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay sent a letter and an assembly resolution to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting a constitutional amendment to maintain the Lok Sabha's size.

The Hindu

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Supreme Court's Legacy in Environmental Law Examined

An analysis explores whether the Supreme Court of India is distancing itself from its historical role in nurturing environmental law.

Indian Express

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The Economic and Immeasurable Costs of Parliamentary Inefficiency

An analysis examines how inefficiency in Parliament results in both measurable financial costs in rupees and broader losses that cannot be quantified.

Indian Express

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Enforcement Directorate Alleges Misappropriation of Jaypee Homebuyer Funds

Of the Rs 32,825 crore contributed by Jaypee homebuyers, investigators report that 42 paise of every rupee was diverted.

Indian Express