A look at the headlines right now:
- Wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt goes down 0-3 in Olympics qualification round: Dutt's opponent, Mandakhnaran Ganzorig of Mongolia lost in the quarters which meant the Indian wrestler is out of contention for a bronze through repechage.
- Coup 'mastermind' Gulen's terror organisation has infiltrated India, claims Turkey foreign minister: Mevlut Cavusoglu said the US-based Islamic preacher's outfit, FETO, has found its way into the country through associations and schools.
- Congress criticises Mohan Bhagwat's remark about Hindu population and Hindutva: Responding to a question about the alleged growth in Muslim population, the RSS chief on Saturday said there is no law against Hindus having more children.
- Kamal Haasan to receive Chevalier honour from the French government: The 61-year-old actor was selected for the prestigious award for his artistic excellence and distinguished career achievements.
- At least 20 people killed in two suicide blasts in Somalia: Al Qaeda affiliated militant group al-Shabaab has claimed responsibility for the attacks in Galkayo, 700 kilometers from the country's capital.
- Mutual Fund folios count up by nearly 16 lakh in four months, touches record 4.92 crore in July: Analysts said the rise was because retail investors started showing interest in the schemes.
- National-level handball player kills self after being denied free hostel facility, leaves note to PM: The second-year student of Khalsa College asked Narendra Modi to ensure that underprivileged girls get government aid for education.
- Finance Ministry may advance Union Budget by a month: The government is considering doing away with the distinction between Plan and non-Plan expenditure and replacing it with capital and revenue expenditure.
- Arun Jaitley blames Pakistan for Kashmir unrest, says India's unity is being challenged: According to the Union finance minister, the Narendra Modi government at the Centre will not compromise on security.
- Najma Heptullah sworn in as governor of Manipur: The 75-year-old BJP leader had resigned as minority affairs minister last month.
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