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WorldThe 'Visarjan Se Vidya Tak' initiative transforms 3,000 kg of discarded Ganesha idols made of Plaster of Paris into 760 study tables for schools. Led by Malhar Kaalambe and Dr. Binish Desai, the project promotes sustainability and education. By 2026, they plan to produce 5,000 tables and other educational resources to enhance learning environments.
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EntertainmentPiyush Mishra sharply criticized actor Naseeruddin Shah for his perceived double standards after Shah appeared at a protest by the Cockroach Janata Party in Mumbai. Mishra questioned why Bollywood reacts quickly to political protests but remains silent on the bravery of real heroes like Captain Smit Machhar. Mishra released a candid video addressing these issues.
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HealthThe 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was jointly awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for their discoveries of light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. Their work enables control of nerve cell activity using light, advancing brain research and treatments for neurological disorders. This prestigious prize highlights transformative medical research since 1901.
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PoliticsAn Omani co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash a flydubai flight bound for Israel, exposing major security lapses. Despite warnings about the co-pilot's extremist views and pre-flight manifest sharing, authorities failed to act. The co-pilot attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar mid-flight, but the captain, though wounded, unlocked the cockpit and signaled distress. Passengers and crew subdued the attacker, preventing disaster.
HT World·
BusinessForeign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and retail investors raised their shareholding in nearly 78 BSE 500 stocks in the June 2026 quarter. Despite most stocks facing pressure or decline since July, 10 stocks gained between 10% and 35% over three months. This data highlights growing investor interest in select Indian equities. (Source: ACE Equity)
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EntertainmentJanhvi Kapoor recently attended Paris Fashion Week and was spotted at the airport wearing a pink T-shirt with the message 'If lost, please return to Shikhar Pahadiya.' Fans and a flight attendant took photos with her, which went viral on social media. Janhvi also appeared at the BOF 500 Gala in a custom outfit styled by Rhea Kapoor.
Amar Entertainment··Paris
TOI World·
The 'Visarjan Se Vidya Tak' initiative transforms 3,000 kg of discarded Ganesha idols made of Plaster of Paris into 760 study tables for schools. Led by Malhar Kaalambe and Dr. Binish Desai, the project promotes sustainability and education. By 2026, they plan to produce 5,000 tables and other educational resources to enhance learning environments.
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