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Top PEs, strategics circle Actis-owned BluPine Energy for up to $2 bn deal

New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- A clutch of private equity and strategics have expressed interest in BluPine, as UK-based Actis explores a sale of the renewable energy platform, seeking a valuation of about $1.... Read More


Philippines school shooting horror: Student gunman, two guards among 4 dead

India, Aug. 18 -- At least four people, including a student and the gunman, were killed in a shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University in the southern Philippines on Tuesday, according to media repor... Read More


Bank holiday on August 19: Are SBI, HDFC Bank and others open tomorrow?

India, Aug. 18 -- Banks will remain closed in Tripura on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, to mark the birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur. The holiday is listed for Tripura in... Read More


MLB approves $3.9 billion San Diego Padres sale to Jose Feliciano and Kwanza Jones

New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Major League Baseball (MLB) owners have given their full backing to the sale of the San Diego Padres. The deal hands control of the franchise to a group led by private equity bil... Read More


Maharashtra: Tribal students begin indefinite hunger strike in Pune over long-pending community demands

Pune, Aug. 18 -- Tribal students have launched an indefinite hunger strike at the Tribal Hostel in the Manjari area of Pune, demanding action on various long-pending issues concerning tribal students.... Read More


Resolution expected to create new breakthrough in harnessing OV resources

Ho Chi Minh City, Aug. 18 -- The Politburo's Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW, dated August 2, 2026, on overseas Vietnamese (OV) affairs has generated strong consensus, confidence and enthusiasm among Vietname... Read More


Odisha School Holiday Today (August 18): Are Schools Open or Closed on August 18 Amid Flooding & Heavy Rain? Check Latest Official Update, IMD Weather Alert, Traffic Advisory & District-Wise Status

India, Aug. 18 -- Odisha School Holiday Today (August 18): Odisha is facing a serious monsoon situation as heavy rainfall, swollen rivers and flooding disrupt normal life across several northern distr... Read More


IND vs SL: Rishabh Pant creates history during Galle Test, becomes quickest batter to slam 100 Test sixes

New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Rishabh Pant made history on Day four of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on as he became the fastest batter to hit 100 sixes in Tests in terns of deliveries. He took j... Read More


Ricky Gervais says cancel culture is over and never affected famous comedians in the first place

United Kingdom, Aug. 18 -- Ricky Gervais has insisted cancel culture was always more about "teachers and nurses" than famous comedians. The 65-year-old outspoken star has spent years calling out the ... Read More


The buffaloes will RUN

Mysuru, Aug. 18 -- * Government forms Dasara Kambala Sub-Committee * Two racing tracks being prepared for maiden Dasara Kambala event on Oct. 18-19 Groundwork for hosting the traditional coastal Kar... Read More