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August 23, 2026 2:38 PM

S. Koreans turn to healthier lifestyles as alcohol production falls to 27-year low

South Korea's alcoholic beverage production fell below 3 million kilolitres (kl) for the first time in 27 years in 2025, data showed on Sunday, signalling a structural decline in the industry as more South Koreans turn towards healthier lifestyles. ...

August 23, 2026 2:23 PM

Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in local mammal

Australia on Sunday confirmed its first case of H5N1 bird flu in a mammal, with the deadly virus found in a long-nosed fur seal in South Australia state. Australia has been grappling with rising cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza after i...

August 23, 2026 1:59 PM

Create ecosystem that attracts global space talent to India: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with CEOs of Indian space startups and highlighted the importance of predictable policymaking, global opportunities and India's competitive strengths as the country's private space sector expands. Du...

August 23, 2026 1:10 PM

INS Sudarshini arrives in Lisbon as part of Lokayan 26 expedition

Indian Navy's sail training ship INS Sudarshini arrived in Lisbon, Portugal, on August 22 as part of its ongoing Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition. The three-masted barque made its entry through the Tagus River, showcasing traditional sailing and s...

August 23, 2026 1:01 PM

Piyush Goyal to lead 200-member business delegation to Japan to deepen trade, investment ties

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Japan from August 24 to 27, leading India's largest-ever business delegation to the country as New Delhi and Tokyo seek to deepen bilateral trade and investment ties. Goyal will travel...

August 23, 2026 12:53 PM

‘Rent-a-boyfriend’ scam targets women through social media; cyber experts warn against online dating traps

Cyber criminals are increasingly using social media platforms to lure people with attractive offers, with a new "rent-a-boyfriend" scam emerging as a potential dating and companionship trap, cyber experts have warned. Watch video- https://www.yo...

August 23, 2026 11:50 AM

Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash J-K; administrations issue safety advisories

Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning lashed several parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, prompting district administrations to issue safety advisories. In Ramban district, intense rainfall and lightning were reported in sev...

August 23, 2026 10:27 AM

Tennis-Pegula to meet Gauff in all-American Cincinnati final, Tiafoe faces Fils

Jessica Pegula saw off defending champion Iga Swiatek to set up an all-American Cincinnati Open women's final against Coco Gauff, while compatriot Frances Tiafoe will take on Frenchman Arthur Fils in the men's final. World number three Pegula ove...

August 23, 2026 10:24 AM

CM Yogi hails India’s space achievements on National Space Day, says progress boosts Viksit Bharat

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday extended greetings to scientists and the people of the state on National Space Day, describing the occasion as a celebration of India's scientific talent, innovation and remarkable journey in spa...

August 23, 2026 10:03 AM

Israel strikes southern Syria; Damascus condemns attack

Israel said it targeted a "terrorist" in southern Syria on Saturday in what Syria's foreign ministry said was a drone strike on a civilian vehicle on the outskirts of Damascus in a "blatant" violation of its territory. The Syrian foreign ministr...