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BooksHoshiarpur Writer Dharampal Sahil’s ‘Khora’ Makes 2026 Dhahan Prize ShortlistCurated by: Girish ShuklaUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 08:52 ISTDharampal Sahil’s ‘Khora’ has reached the 2026 Dhahan Prize shortlist, bringing international attention to a Punjabi novel rooted in environmental loss, migration and the changing Kandi landscape.Punjabi Writer Dharampal Sahil Makes 2026 Dhahan Prize Shortlist With ‘Khora’Hoshiarpur-based writer…

Delhi NewsDelhi Weather Today: Light Rain Likely; IMD Predicts Showers Through August 23Authored by: Surbhi KaulUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 07:16 ISTDelhi is likely to witness light rainfall throughout the week, with cloudy skies and occasional spells of rain expected across the city.Representative Image: Delhi is likely to see light rain today, with the IMD forecasting…

BooksWant To Be Rich? Start With These 5 BooksAuthored by: Simran SukhnaniUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 08:01 ISTWant to build real wealth? These 5 smart, unconventional books offer practical lessons on earning, investing, spending, saving and creating a richer life without falling for financial clichés.Want To Be Rich Start With These 5 Books (Credits: Pinterest)Wanting to…

India NewsCalcutta HC Asks Bengal Authorities To Issue EWS Certificate to NEET Aspirant If EligiblePTIUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 06:33 ISTThe Calcutta High Court instructed West Bengal officials to urgently evaluate a NEET-UG qualified student’s request for an EWS certificate, which was initially denied due to his mother’s absence from the voter list.Representational imagePhoto : Times…

EducationOdisha Floods: Schools Shut In Bhadrak, Jajpur Amid Worsening Flood SituationReported by: Satish Kumar DashEdited by: Deepali SamaniyaUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 06:55 ISTDue to worsening flood conditions in Odisha, district officials have ordered the closure of schools in affected areas, prioritising student safety. Odisha Floods: Schools Shut In Bhadrak, Jajpur Amid Worsening Flood Situation (Source:…

AstrologyTop 5 Zodiac Signs Blessed With Good Fortune on August 18, 2026Authored by: Sidhharrth S KumaarUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 07:00 ISTEach zodiac sign has unique characteristics and strengths that influence their daily experiences. Are you curious to find out whether luck will be in your favor today? Here is the list of the top five…

Delhi NewsDelhi’s Draft SIR Roll: 47 Lakh Names Could Be Deleted, 1 In 3 At RiskEdited by: Megha RawatUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 07:06 ISTIn New Delhi, significant deletions from the electoral rolls are anticipated, with approximately one-third of names potentially excluded in the upcoming draft electoral roll set for publication on August 24. Delhi’s Draft…

BollywoodAwarapan 2 Vs Batwara 1947 Box Office Collection Day 4: Rs 100 Crore Loading For Emraan’s Film, Sunny Deol Movie Sees DipAuthored by: Nirali KanabarUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 06:46 ISTAwarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 were released on August 14. Within four days of its theatrical run, Emraan Hashmi’s film is set to enter the Rs…

US NewsTrump Approval Falls To 33%, Lowest Of His Presidency, New Poll FindsREUTERSUpdated Aug 18, 2026, 06:43 ISTTrump’s approval rating has fallen to 33%, its lowest level of his presidency, with 64% of Americans disapproving, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.Trump Approval Falls To 33%, Lowest Of His Presidency, New Poll FindsPresident Donald Trump’s approval rating…