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The original meme coin Dogecoin ($DOGE) is down bad over the last fortnight. $DOGE holders saw their bags deflate by 15% over the last fourteen days as the world’s favorite meme now changes hands at $0.1052.

It’s been three years since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan

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Himanta Biswa Sarma said proposal to rename the Guwahati railway station after former chief minister Bishnu Ram Medhi would be submitted to the Union Government. Sarma unveiled a statue of Bishnu Ram Medhi, a staunch freedom fighter, social reformer, former Chief Minister, and first Assamese Governor, often hailed as the Iron Man of Assam, at Bharalitola in Hajo. Sarma highlighted Bishnu Ram Medhi's significant contributions which have inspired generations of Assamese people. He thanked the committee members responsible for erecting the seven-foot statue and the residents of Hajo for their support in making this vision a reality.

A major organic seed company has surprised its supporters by announcing it will end sales this month and give hundreds of varieties away

A panel has laid out specifics designed to bring numerous North Carolina state government agencies together to improve outcomes for prisoners when they are released, leading to reduced recidivism

Narendra Modi will spearhead the 78th Independence Day celebrations from Delhi's historic Red Fort. He will unfurl the National Flag and deliver the traditional address to the nation from the fort's ramparts. This year’s theme, ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047’, emphasises the government's commitment to transforming India into a developed nation by the year 2047.

India Independence Day 2024: As India gears up to celebrate its 78th Independence Day, the long weekend presents a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with friends. However, with the rainy weather putting a damper on outdoor plans, why not explore some fun and creative ways to make the most of the holiday indoors? Here are five exciting activities that you and your friends can enjoy together, rain or shine.

SEOUL—For most of 2020, Kim Yong-min and So Sung-uk enjoyed joint family coverage with the nation’s public health insurer. Then an abrupt call severed their government benefits. A mistake had been made, an insurance representative explained to Kim.

Hindu family with no political affiliation in northwest Bangladesh, a media report said on Wednesday, in the latest incident of targeted attacks on the minority community after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government. The incident in Farabari Mandirpara village in Akcha union under Thakurgaon Sadar upazila took place on Tuesday evening, hours after Chief Advisor to the interim government Yunus Muhammad assured the distressed minority community that his government would punish the perpetrators. The targeted arson incident also came on the same day when the Bangladesh National Hindu Grand Alliance claimed that the minority community faced attacks and threats in 278 locations across 48 districts since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government on August 5 and termed it as an «assault on the Hindu religion.» Unidentified individuals set fire to Kaleshwar Barman's house around 7:30 pm on Tuesday in Farabari Mandirpara village in Akcha union under Thakurgaon Sadar upazila, Subrata Kumar Barman, chairman of Akcha Union Parishad (UP), told newspaper The Daily Star.

Funders’ requirements have eroded the authenticity and rigour of India’s NGO sector, making them more ‘fake and flaky.’ I described this phenomenon in my last column; in this piece, I will explore one of its aspects in greater detail. Which is the push for scale—the demand by funders for greater numbers, be it in terms of geographical coverage or the count of beneficiaries. Everyone wants more people to benefit— not just funders, but also NGOs, other stakeholders involved and communities.

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horror drama series, “Grotesquerie,” created by Ryan Murphy. The show will start on September 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on FX, with streaming available on Hulu the following day. It will also be available internationally on Disney+ later.

British energy firm Drax Global, already facing scrutiny for violating environmental regulations, disclosed this year that its Louisiana wood pellet production facilities emit hazardous air pollutants above permitted limits

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The minority Hindu population has faced vandalisation of their business and properties and devastation of Hindu temples in the students' violence that ensued for days following the ouster of prime minister Hasina, who soon fled to India on August 5. The Alliance's press conference took place on the same day as Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who took charge as Chief Advisor of the interim government on August 8, reached out to the distressed Hindu community members at the famous Dhakeshwari Temple here earlier in the day and urged the people to «exercise patience» before judging his government's role.

A planned community for about 55,000 residents in Toronto will include the usual playgrounds, bike paths and shops. It will also feature 11 airplane hangars and more than a mile of airport runway. That is because the C$30 billion, equivalent to about $22 billion, development will be located at the Canadian city’s former Downsview Airport.

Delhi High Court on Tuesday asked the Centre to clarify its position on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) which stated that the new criminal laws Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) lacks a provision equivalent to Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Section 377 had previously criminalized «sodomy» and "unnatural sex," but was partially decriminalized by the Supreme Court in 2018, stated the plea. The bench, led by Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and including Justice Tushar Rao Gedela, has given the Union of India's counsel ten days to take instructions on the grievance raised in the PIL and fixed the matter for further hearing on August 27, 2024.

global coffee prices are rising, India’s coffee industry has an opportunity to innovate and diversify its offerings, says Vinay Nair, General Manager, India & Emerging International, Costa Coffee. Despite the ongoing price fluctuations, the enthusiasm for coffee, especially among younger generations, ensures that demand remains robust, he says. In an interaction with ET Digital, Nair recognises the need to address climate change. He says the company is involved in sustainable farming practices and responsible sourcing, which helps it support biodiversity and enhance the livelihood of coffee-growing communities. Edited excerpts: The Economic Times (ET): With coffee prices going up globally, how do you think this will impact the coffee industry in India? Vinay Nair (VN): Rising global coffee prices present both challenges and opportunities for the industry. India's coffee industry is thriving and is highly respected worldwide, but we do not have control over global pricing dynamics. However, we have observed that despite the fluctuations, the growing enthusiasm for coffee, especially among younger generations, ensures that demand remains robust. At Costa Coffee, this shift provides an exciting opportunity for us to innovate and diversify our offerings. We are enhancing our partnerships with local farmers and focusing on cost-effective, environmentally friendly sourcing methods.