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Delhi records its wettest August 1st week in 16yrs; yellow alert for today
Delhi faced a remarkable deluge yesterday, marking its wettest day of the season and a continuation of rain that has lasted four consecutive days. The city grapples with severe traffic snarls and widespread waterlogging…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Iran wants to bar US, Israeli ships from Hormuz in deal
Iran wants to bar US, Israeli ships from Hormuz in deal
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Pant's midnight plea to Uttarakhand CM: 'Please help me in land acquisition'
Rishabh Pant publicly requested Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami for land. He wishes to shift his base from Delhi to his native state. Pant has been trying to find suitable land for three years without suc…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →US sanctions 7 over Iran’s digital asset network
US sanctions 7 over Iran’s digital asset network
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Trump expresses optimism about lower fuel prices
Trump expresses optimism about lower fuel prices
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Opposition wants Amit Shah in House; government says 'not your call'
Opposition protests continue, lampooning Home Minister Amit Shah for his absence from Parliament. Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju stated the opposition cannot dictate ministerial attendance. He asserted Shah…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Trump admin to back 3 mineral projects in financing
Trump admin to back 3 mineral projects in financing
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Russian strikes kill three in Kyiv region
Russian strikes kill three in Kyiv region
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Why Discussions Matter: Gaur Gopal Das urges shift from ego-driven arguments; strong people seek truth
In his teachings, Gaur Gopal Das highlights the value of engaging in discussions rather than indulging in arguments, which are often fueled by ego and can stifle genuine understanding. Shifting the emphasis from seeking…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →Uttarakhand bans substandard dairy products
Uttarakhand bans substandard dairy products
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Spain to impose border checks on Italy travellers
Spain to impose border checks on Italy travellers
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
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Jana Nayagan box office day 16: Thalapathy Vijay film earns Rs 1.18 cr, down 26.2%
On its sixteenth day of release, 'Jana Nayagan', featuring Thalapathy Vijay, saw a decline in box office performance, securing Rs 1.18 crore for its India net collection. This brings its global earnings to an impressive…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
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"Will Soon Have A Solution": Jharkhand Minister After Meeting Protesters
Jharkhand Minister Dipika Pandey Singh noted that administrative channels have already forwarded core concerns to the Chief Minister's office, adding that a few issues are supposed to be addressed in writing.
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · NDTV — India
Read on Godesi →'I got angry': Ashwin reveals why he stopped talking to Sanjay Manjrekar
Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about the initial sting from Sanjay Manjrekar's critical comments, which fueled his desire to elevate his fitness and refine his bowling. Manjrekar later praised Ashwin in an article, ackno…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
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Jana Nayagan box office day 16: Thalapathy Vijay film earns Rs 1.18 cr, down 26.2%
On its sixteenth day of release, 'Jana Nayagan', featuring Thalapathy Vijay, saw a decline in box office performance, securing Rs 1.18 crore for its India net collection. This brings its global earnings to an impressive…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →'I got angry': Ashwin reveals why he stopped talking to Sanjay Manjrekar
Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about the initial sting from Sanjay Manjrekar's critical comments, which fueled his desire to elevate his fitness and refine his bowling. Manjrekar later praised Ashwin in an article, ackno…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →India urges China for river cooperation, presses for data sharing
India and China participated in candid discussions regarding border conditions, taking stock of the current landscape along the Line of Actual Control. New Delhi highlighted the necessity of maintaining peace for the ad…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Air India announces pay hikes for pilots, raises salary by up to 15%
Air India has announced a significant pay rise for pilots, ranging from eight to fifteen percent, with commanders seeing the most substantial hikes. In a strategic move to resolve fleet shortages and improve career adva…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →27 Arunachal border locations get standard names to snub China's renaming attempts
India has taken a decisive step by officially naming twenty-seven sites in Arunachal Pradesh on its maps, a move designed to clarify territorial boundaries and counter Chinese assertions. These sites represent key histo…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Visas & immigration
H-1B, green cards, consulates and travel rules.
Pakistan's Hamza banned for two years over misleading visa information
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has banned all-rounder Hamza Nazar from all forms of cricket for two years after finding that he provided misleading information during a visa application. The board also fined the young…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →US to screen journalists' social media over visas
US to screen journalists' social media over visas
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Economic Times — Top Stories
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Punjab Man Duped With Fake Russian Job Offer, Left Stranded In Moscow Forest
The man said he obtained his Russian visa through Jalandhar-based agent Pawan Kumar, who assured him that fruit-picking jobs in Russia offered lucrative salaries and comfortable living conditions.
Thu, Aug 6, 2026 · NDTV — India
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Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Used Canada Student Visa, Work Permit For Crime: Report
The findings, reported by Canada's Global News, stated that the gang recruited young people from India who entered Canada to study and used them for extortion, shootings, murder, and other organised crimes.
Thu, Aug 6, 2026 · NDTV — India
Read on Godesi →US govt accuses OpenAI of breaking immigration act provisions
OpenAI and Statsig will pay three point two million dollars to settle discrimination claims. The companies allegedly preferred temporary visa holders over United States workers. Investigations revealed different recruit…
Thu, Aug 6, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →US to reject incomplete visa, green card applications under new rules
US to reject incomplete visa, green card applications under new rules
Thu, Aug 6, 2026 · Times of India — Top Stories
Read on Godesi →Faith & festivals
Temples, gurdwaras, pujas and religious observances.
Why Discussions Matter: Gaur Gopal Das urges shift from ego-driven arguments; strong people seek truth
In his teachings, Gaur Gopal Das highlights the value of engaging in discussions rather than indulging in arguments, which are often fueled by ego and can stifle genuine understanding. Shifting the emphasis from seeking…
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →Want to raise a confident child? These 3 everyday parenting habits can make a bigger difference than praise
Confidence in children springs from routine encounters and supportive parenting. By dedicating focused listening time and encouraging social engagement, parents can significantly enhance their child's self-esteem. Allow…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →Why Ankur Warikoo and wife Ruchi own one house and use a rented car
Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo and his wife Ruchi embody the philosophy of wealth building by prioritizing investments over ostentation. They strategically allocate funds towards essential monthly expenses while seeing fami…
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →Longest Hair On A Living Woman: Uttarakhand’s Renu Dhariyal sets 271.5 cm record; credits homemade care
Most of us complain when our hair takes too long to dry. For Renu Dhariyal, washing her hair is something she has to set aside hours for.The Uttarakhand resident has been named the new Guinness World Records holder for …
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →“We doubled their responsibilities, but not their support”: Why millennial mothers may be the most exhausted generation yet
Modern mothers are grappling with unprecedented levels of exhaustion as they juggle their professional lives and household duties. Despite taking on more responsibilities, societal expectations remain stagnant, leading …
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · Times of India — Astrology & Spirituality
Read on Godesi →Garuda, Desika relationship
Garuda, Desika relationship
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 · The Hindu — Faith
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Sat, Aug 15, 2026 · Monmouth jct · Monmouth junction, New jersey
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New Year Eves Party 2027
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 at the New Year Eves Party at Royal Albert Palace, hosted by NewYearEvesParty.com, proudly organizing celebrations since 2018. Perfect for families, friends, couples, and anyone looking to …
Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · Royal albert palace · Edison, Nj
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Escape the Winter and Join the Party. Cruise for Less Than $87/night. Indian Food and Entertainment!
On Norwegian Pearl for Philadelphia to 4 Beautiful Tropical Islands
Sun, Jan 3, 2027 · Norwegian Pearl · Philadelphia, PA
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