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Indonesia earthquake: 40 killed as 7.7-magnitude quake topples buildings

Authorities issued a tsunami warning and urged coastal residents to move to higher ground, but later lifted the warning when Indonesia's meteorological agency said monitoring showed no significant sea-level changes that would pose a threat to coastal communities

15 Aug 2026 8:24 pm
India's achievements, potential fill us with awe: Australian PM Albanese

Albanese reflected on the significance of the occasion for the Indian-Australian community, highlighting the enduring bonds between the two countries and the communitys contribution to strengthening bilateral ties

15 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
Strait of Hormuz to be opened only under Iran's command: Deputy FM

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that Iran has made no decision yet on the resumption of negotiations with the United States, the state-run IRIB news agency reported Saturday

15 Aug 2026 7:28 pm
Three schoolgirls killed after private bus hits two-wheeler in Wardha

Police said the three girls were travelling on a two-wheeler when a private bus allegedly hit them from behind. The impact caused the accident, resulting in the deaths of all three girls

15 Aug 2026 6:24 pm
Jammu and Kashmir: Five killed as Scorpio plunges into Chenab river in Kishtwar

Hilly districts of Doda, Kishtwar, Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, Ramban and Udhampur are notorious for deadly road accidents.Experts attribute these road accidents to bad road conditions, over-speeding, overloading, road rage and other rash and negligent driving behaviours

15 Aug 2026 6:14 pm
I-Day: Putin praises India's progress, says country enjoys high esteem globally

Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, also extended his warm wishes on India's 80th Independence Day, highlighting the countrys remarkable development journey and reaffirming Moscow's steadfast support for its progress

15 Aug 2026 5:54 pm
Five Army personnel missing, 4 labourers die as floods, landslides hit Arunachal

A flash flood swept away two shelters at the 5th Grenadiers Pasu Pani Army Camp in Dibang Valley, according to officials from the State Emergency Operations Centre, the news agency reported

15 Aug 2026 5:29 pm
'Under-confident, nervous and shaky': Kejriwal targets PM Modi over I-Day speech

In the video shared by Kejriwal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is speaking about the progress made in India's bioeconomy sector. Kejriwal shared this part of the video to allege that the Prime Minister's demeanour was under-confident, nervous and shaky during his speech

15 Aug 2026 4:11 pm
Tata Sons AGM on August 18 may not happen amid SRTT quorum hurdle

The meeting is scheduled to consider several matters, including the directorship of Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, who has decided not to seek another term when his current tenure ends in February 2027

15 Aug 2026 2:21 pm
Omar Abdullah: J-K statehood, constitutional guarantees will be restored

I want to assure the people that we are for you, we will continue to represent you and work to bring Jammu and Kashmir to the level envisioned by the people who fought for freedom and were martyred, Abdullah said in his Independence speech at Bakshi Stadium here

15 Aug 2026 1:12 pm
PM Modi Independence Day speech: Womens quota, Naxalism and Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 13th consecutive Independence Day address, urged political parties to support the early implementation of 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies

15 Aug 2026 12:17 pm
PM Modi's Independence Day speech shortest in 4 years at 75 minutes

PM Narendra Modi delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort as India marked its 80th Independence Day

15 Aug 2026 12:15 pm
Independence Day 2026: Rahul Gandhi stresses truth, Constitution and democracy

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi extended Independence Day greetings to citizens on Saturday, saying freedom is not merely a gift from the countrys freedom fighters but also a responsibility. He called on people to follow truth and non-violence, uphold constitutional values and protect democracy

15 Aug 2026 11:51 am
Mohan Bhagwat says many forces working against India's 'Vishwaguru' goal

Addressing a gathering at the RSS headquarters in Nagpur after hoisting the Tricolour on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Bhagwat urged people to strengthen the nation without compromising on its core principles and to confront challenges facing the country

15 Aug 2026 11:50 am
Judge rejects tribes bid to halt Trump border wall construction in Arizona

A US federal judge has rejected the Tohono Oodham Nations request to halt the Trump administrations plans to build 62 miles of border wall along its Arizona reservation

15 Aug 2026 10:46 am
Delhi Independence Day security: 25,000 personnel, 1,000 CCTV cameras

Delhi has been placed on high alert ahead of Independence Day, with more than 25,000 Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the capital. A multi-layered security grid has been established around the Red Fort

15 Aug 2026 10:42 am
Maryland court strikes down digital advertising tax, orders refunds

A Maryland state tax court has struck down the state's digital advertising tax, ruling that it violates federal and constitutional provisions. The court ordered officials to refund taxes already collected from companies including Apple, Google and Peacock TV. The first-of-its-kind tax was introduced in 2021 to raise funds for education

15 Aug 2026 10:35 am
Indonesia earthquake: 7.7-magnitude quake triggers tsunami warning

The initial quake was followed by several aftershocks.

15 Aug 2026 9:59 am
Delhi to redesign Okhla Barrage, relocate dhobi ghats to curb Yamuna frothing

The Delhi government plans to redesign the Okhla Barrage on the Yamuna to reduce recurring frothing at Kalindi Kunj. The plan includes relocating polluting dhobi ghats, stopping garbage dumping, clearing solid waste and removing water hyacinth

15 Aug 2026 9:49 am
Pew survey 2026: Indias global image remains broadly positive

According to the survey issued on Thursday, Sri Lanka stands out as Indias strongest supporter among the countries surveyed, with 79 per cent expressing a favourable opinion of India.

15 Aug 2026 9:23 am
Census 2026 to include caste questions for first time

The Centre has notified 40 questions for the population enumeration phase of Census 2026, including caste details for the first time. Enumeration will begin on September 1 in Ladakh and snow-bound areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while the exercise will be conducted digitally across the country

15 Aug 2026 9:18 am
Jharkhand CID raids over alleged JPSC exam irregularities

The Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department has conducted raids at multiple locations across the state in connection with alleged irregularities in competitive examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission. The action comes as student protests over recruitment exam irregularities entered their 21st day

15 Aug 2026 8:52 am
Japan floods: Five dead, one missing after record rain hits Chiba

Record-breaking rainfall in Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, flooded roads, homes and railway tracks, causing power outages and leaving at least five people dead and one missing

15 Aug 2026 8:34 am
689 fungal species found deep underground in Michigan, including 13 new species

A University of Michigan study has uncovered a diverse fungal ecosystem nearly 1,640 feet below Michigans surface. Researchers identified 689 fungal species in water from gas wells, including 13 previously unknown species

15 Aug 2026 8:30 am
'Viksit Bharat will be realised in 2047': PM Modi's Independence Day address

Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, Modi said India's development journey was being driven by a new resolve and that the country had set itself an ambitious target for the coming decades

15 Aug 2026 8:27 am
Rare wasp-free summer in UK may bring surge in flies, aphids and caterpillars

UK residents are experiencing an unusually wasp-free summer following extreme heat and dry conditions, but researchers warn the relief may be temporary. Wasps play an important role in controlling flies, aphids, caterpillars and other insects, meaning their decline could lead to a rise in pest populations later this season

15 Aug 2026 8:23 am
Independence Day 2026: 'Vande Mataram' rendered at Red Fort for first time

An Army band played the tune of Vande Mataram as guests present at the venue joined in the rendering of the national song. This was followed by the Prime Minister hoisting the national flag and the national anthem being rendered

15 Aug 2026 8:17 am
Parliament dysfunction costs us dear

When disruption of the nations supreme legislative body is routine, taxpayers have the right to ask why they should keep paying for an institution where so much time is spent not working

15 Aug 2026 8:16 am
BMC must ensure its gardens are safe for all

The civic authorities need to undertake checks and thorough maintenance of the gardens they are looking after

15 Aug 2026 8:14 am
US to continue Iran naval blockade indefinitely, says Pete Hegseth

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday warned that the US Navy could maintain its naval blockade of Iranian ports indefinitely, saying ships would continue to be rotated in and out to sustain the operation. Hegseth made the remarks while speaking to reporters in Panama City

15 Aug 2026 8:12 am
PM Modi sports red tie-and-dye turban for Independence Day 2026 celebrations

PM Modi paired his white kurta with a chocolate brown vest and the traditional turban, which is commonly associated with the cultural traditions of Rajasthan and Gujarat

15 Aug 2026 8:08 am
Independence Day 2026: Rubio says India-US relationship is 'stronger than ever'

Rubio placed the relationship between Trump and Modi at the centre of the growing partnership between the United States and India, describing their personal ties as an important factor in strengthening bilateral relations

15 Aug 2026 7:52 am
PM Modi greets India on Independence Day 2026, hails nation's progress

In a post on X, PM Modi said the sacrifices of the freedom fighters continue to inspire India's efforts to build a developed nation. He also highlighted the country's progress across different sectors and credited its citizens for driving the development journey

15 Aug 2026 7:41 am
Tremors of up to 3.5 magnitude recorded in Nashik district

According to preliminary reports, a tremor measuring 3.2 magnitude was felt at 4.52 pm in Gonde, Borvat, Devgaon and Bhaygaon areas of Peth taluka in Nashik

14 Aug 2026 10:40 pm
Operation Sindoor: India's tolerance should not be mistaken, says NSA Doval

In his first interview since Operation Sindoor, Doval shared insights in the docuseries Declassified: Operation Sindoor, which chronicles the intense 88-hour military conflict that followed the Pahalgam terror attack, including its high-stakes battles and aftermath

14 Aug 2026 10:23 pm
Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh remanded in 14-day judicial custody

Ghosh is accused of being one of three principal masterminds behind the hurried cremation of the victims body at a crematorium in Panihati. The prosecution alleges that cremation-related protocols were breached to eliminate the possibility of a second post-mortem

14 Aug 2026 8:36 pm
India dispatches 20 MT relief supplies to earthquake-hit Colombia

The assistance underscores India's role as a first responder during global natural disasters. India sent the assistance after an earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck Colombia on Monday, claiming the lives of 281 people, injuring 3,971 people, while 391 remain missing

14 Aug 2026 7:55 pm
India-Italy ties strong, diplomatic protocol must be respected: MEA on R Gandhi

MEA's reaction came on the back of Rahul Gandhi taking a swipe at the country's foreign policy during an event held in New Delhi on Thursday where he also mocked PM Modi's public embraces with foreign leaders by staging a hug with Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit

14 Aug 2026 7:53 pm
India-Germany ties, West Asia and Ukraine discussed at Jaishankar-Hardt meet

Germany is one of Indias most important partners in Europe. India was one of the first nations to establish diplomatic ties with Germany after the Second World War in 1951. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries

14 Aug 2026 6:11 pm
Supreme Court quashes case against Rahul Gandhi over V D Savarkar remarks

A Bench of the top court granted relief to the Congress leader after being informed that the mandatory approval from the Uttar Pradesh government for prosecution in the case had not been obtained. Consequently, the Court set aside the summons issued to Gandhi by a lower court

14 Aug 2026 3:38 pm
Maharashtra Police bust fake currency racket in Nashik, five arrested

Maharashtra Police have busted an alleged fake currency printing racket in Nashiks Trimbakeshwar and arrested five people. Police raided a bungalow in Talegaon Shivar and seized materials allegedly used to print counterfeit Rs 500 notes, along with Rs 9.75 lakh in cash

14 Aug 2026 3:35 pm
SC quashes FIRs against Samay Raina, four others over Indias Got Latent remarks

The apex court took note of the fact that the accused had fully complied with its earlier directions. They had conducted awareness programmes highlighting issues faced by persons with disabilities and also contributed funds towards related initiatives

14 Aug 2026 3:06 pm
JP Nadda admitted to AIIMS Delhi after complaining of uneasiness

Union Health Minister JP Nadda was admitted to AIIMS Delhi after complaining of uneasiness on Thursday evening. The hospital said he underwent medical evaluation, including a coronary angiography, and is stable under observation in the cardiology department

14 Aug 2026 2:20 pm
Delhi High Court, IGI Airport receive bomb threat on eve of Independence Day

According to the Delhi Fire Service (DFS), the other locations in the national capital that received calls alleging bomb blasts are Jamnagar House, Jhandewalan Flatted Factory Complex, District Magistrate Office in Saket, and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Office at Delhi Cantt

14 Aug 2026 2:10 pm
Japan floods: At least six dead as torrential rains batter eastern regions

Police said a man was confirmed dead after he was found unresponsive on a flooded road in Chiba Prefecture, while a man found collapsed in Sakura had also died, according to the prefectural government's statement on Friday

14 Aug 2026 1:15 pm
Japan floods: Four dead, one missing after record rainfall hits Chiba

Record-breaking rainfall in Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, flooded roads and homes, stranded thousands and caused widespread power outages. At least four people died and one remains missing

14 Aug 2026 10:39 am
Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC protest: Student leaders urge unity

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, on an indefinite hunger strike, urged protesters to remain united amid alleged attempts to divert the Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC movement

14 Aug 2026 10:13 am
Exercise caution on Marine Drive promenade

Even standing on the promenade and walking on it should be done with caution

14 Aug 2026 9:12 am
Trump announces up to 100 per cent tariffs on drones targeting China

US President Donald Trump has announced tariffs of up to 100 per cent on imported drones and components, citing national security and the need to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers

14 Aug 2026 9:10 am
Who is to blame for this shyt?

Guru Randhawas new song proves that streaming platforms, Reels, and algorithms have changed music forever. Its all about a hook, and a dance step. Is there any way to stop this madness?

14 Aug 2026 9:09 am