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Sunita Ahuja and son, Yashvardhan, were spotted outside a Family Court in Mumbai amid her ongoing public spat with husband Govinda, triggering speculation about divorce proceedings. There is no official confirmation of any filing.

Kiara Advani shared her experience of performing a water-bowl act for a circus-themed sequence in Toxic. The actress said taking on unfamiliar challenges taught her new skills and helped push her beyond her comfort zone.

TV actor Parth Samthaan recently bought a new home in Pune and shared glimpses of his griha pravesh ceremony with his mother. In a recent interview, Parth spoke about reaching a stage in life where major decisions such as marriage, buying a home and taking on responsibilities become important.

Sharing a striking new poster featuring Yash, the team announced that advance bookings for the Geetu Mohandas-directed film will open on Aug. 21. The poster sees Yash in an intense avatar against a fiery red backdrop, further building anticipation as the film enters the final stretch of its promotional campaign.

Premalu's disappearance from Jio Hotstar drew backlash after Prem Keetanu's teaser fueled claims that the Veer Pahariya-starrer is a remake. A user asked Bhavana Studios to get the Malayalam film onto another OTT platform ASAP, while others criticised the decision. Prem Keetanu's makers have yet to confirm whether it is a Premalu remake.

Filmmaker and actor Anurag Kashyap recently enjoyed a dinner outing with director Imtiaz Ali, friends and family. However, Kashyap's red T-shirt featuring the phrase dimagi nakal grabbed attention on social media.

Two snakes were spotted at Shah Rukh Khan's Mumbai residence, Mannat, on Monday evening, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Nag Panchami. Snake rescuer Vicky Dubey and Forest Department officials reached the property, where one snake was identified as a non-venomous Dhaman, or Indian rat snake, and safely rescued and released.

Dolly Singh jokingly called Vijay Varma the 'nation's biggest red flag' on screen at IFFM 2026, referring to his intense characters. Vijay quipped that she should buy red cloth and 'make as many flags as you want.'

Yash has opened up about the decision to postpone Toxic amid its potential clash with Dhurandhar. The actor said he is not worried about losing 100-200 crore and stressed that his priority is delivering a film that lives up to audience expectations.

Hema Malini has praised Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta-starrer Batwara 1947, highlighting its message of humanity, mutual respect and harmony over hatred and division. She also lauded the performances of Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol and Preity Zinta

Alia took to Instagram to share snippets from their peaceful and serene vacation, with Raha Kapoor seen enjoying the exotic sea views while seated comfortably between Ranbir and Alia. In another picture, Alia was seen sleeping beside Raha on the bed.

Sobhita Dhulipala exuded South Indian vibes in a traditional orange saree as she attended Janani Bandla and Surya Teja Chilukuri's wedding celebrations in Hyderabad with husband Naga Chaitanya. The actress flaunted her sindoor and posed with Naga, who complemented her look in an ivory outfit.

Ranveer Singh's father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani reportedly, is set to meet IMPPA amid the ongoing dispute surrounding Don 3. Meanwhile, Ranveer's upcoming film Pralay has officially gone on floors.

Ananya Raj was a young Indian actress who worked in Hindi and regional cinema. She appeared in films including 7 Hours to Go, The Final Exit, Ghost and Thaggede Le. She had also spoken publicly about her journey in the film industry and the challenges she faced as an acto

Yash addressed wife Radhika Pandit's reaction to his intimate scenes in Toxic, admitting she won't be happy about them. However, he said the actress understands that the scenes are required by the story and trusts him, separating his on-screen work from their personal relationship

Deepika Padukone was spotted at Mumbai airport on Saturday evening as she travelled to Bengaluru, her hometown, ahead of her second baby's arrival. Flaunting her baby bump in an oversized blue shirt, she skipped paparazzi poses.

Aamir Khan was spotted outside a Mumbai pet clinic with Kiran Rao and their son Azad Rao Khan. The actor was carrying a cat carrier, while Kiran looked distressed and Azad was seen crying.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan celebrated India's 80th Independence Day by sharing an AI-tagged picture of himself in a white Pathani suit and expressing pride in being Indian. He highlighted India's diversity, unity and spirit while urging people to contribute towards making the country proud.

Yash discussed vulgarity, intimate scenes and Gen Z in a recent interview. He said the younger generation is often labelled spoilt by those before it, calling this a lifelong pattern.

Govinda hit back at his wife Sunita Ahuja after she criticised his reported closeness with actress Komal Rani Swarnkar. He urged her to stop using abusive language, saying such remarks demean the words mother and sister. Govinda also said Sunita's comments were affecting his reputation and business.

Rekha hoisted the Indian National Flag in Melbourne on Independence Day 2026, with actor Pankaj Tripathi joining her as they sang the National Anthem, 'Jana Gana Mana'. Rekha also shared a fun moment with Pankaj by teaching him to greet the crowd in English, to which he jokingly said he was a Hindi-medium student

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day address on Saturday came just days after student-led protests demanding reforms in competitive exams and the resignation of then education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, following the NEET-UG paper leak that sparked outrage across the country.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi skipped the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort for the second consecutive year, amid continued political tensions between the government and Opposition.

India celebrates its 80th Independence Day as Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the celebrations from Delhi's Red Fort amid tight security. This year marks 150 years of 'Vande Mataram', which will be formally sung at the venue for the first time.

Trisha Krishnan grabbed attention after a video from an Independence Day event in Chennai surfaced online. The actress was seen sitting beside Vijay's parents, happily talking with them and interacting with other guests.

'Vande Mataram' was played in full for the first time during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's flag hoisting. The rendition, performed by the Army band, was followed by the National Anthem.

Ahead of India's 80th Independence Day, Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive wave of Tiranga rallies, with students, farmers, government employees, security personnel, youth and residents participating across cities, villages and border areas. From Jammu city to the Suchetgarh International Border and Srinagar, the celebrations have highlighted patriotism, national unity and growing public participation in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, while observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Srinagar, paid tribute to the millions who suffered during the 1947 Partition and said its wounds continue to linger in India's collective consciousness. He urged people, particularly the youth, to learn from the past, reject communal bitterness and work towards peace, harmony, national unity and a Viksit Bharat

J&K Transport Minister Satish Sharma has reportedly sought the immediate removal of Transport Commissioner Vishesh Paul Mahajan, accusing him of defiance, insubordination and bypassing the ministry. The letter, dated August 6, has gone viral on social media, though the government has neither confirmed nor denied its authenticity.

Over Rs 62,683 crore remains unclaimed in Public Sector Banks across India as of June 30, 2026, according to the Union Government. To help depositors, nominees and legal heirs recover their money, the Centre and the RBI have introduced a series of measures, including simplified claim procedures, special outreach drives, the UDGAM portal, and the nationwide Your Money, Your Right campaign.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the launch of the first-ever Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026. The pilot project will begin in the two worst-affected districts of Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on treatment, counselling, skill development, employment, and long-term reintegration of drug abuse victims.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh reviewed the implementation roadmap of the Ujh Multipurpose Project in Jammu and Kashmir, saying it will generate up to 212 MW of electricity, irrigate nearly 90,000 hectares across J&K and Punjab, supply drinking water to Kathua, and strengthen water security, agriculture and border management.

The Crime Branch's Economic Offences Wing has chargesheeted a former ICICI Prudential Life Insurance employee for allegedly siphoning off over 10.75 lakh by fraudulently surrendering an insurance policy using forged documents and a fake SBI account. The investigation found evidence of forgery, cheating and attempted fraud involving multiple insurance policies, with the case now before a Jammu court.

Thousands of residents reportedly boycotted the first phase of PoJK Assembly elections as JAAC-led protests intensified, with demonstrators calling the polls a sham and demanding political rights.

The Union Government informed the Rajya Sabha that it has launched the National Mental Health Survey-2 to assess mental health disorders, including those linked to prolonged conflict, natural disasters and substance abuse in Jammu and Kashmir. It said the Union Territory has around 120 psychiatrists, 40 clinical psychologists, 21 addiction treatment facilities and expanded Tele-MANAS services as part of efforts to strengthen mental healthcare across all districts.

The Centre informed the Rajya Sabha that 35 workers lost their lives and three others suffered serious injuries at NHPC and CVPPL hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district over the past five years. It also stated that compensation has been paid in most cases, safety audits are being conducted regularly, and there is no evidence that project-related blasting or tunnelling has caused damage to nearby houses or structures.

Mehbooba Mufti's remarks at Jantar Mantar on Kashmir protests have triggered a political storm, with the NC, Apni Party and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah demanding a public apology.

The Jammu and Kashmir Sarnarthi Action Committee (JKSAC) has demanded a high-level probe into the alleged misappropriation of lakhs of kanals of evacuee land meant for the rehabilitation of families displaced from PoJK. The demand comes after the ACB unearthed a major Custodian land scam and registered multiple FIRs against revenue officials and beneficiaries.

FASTag-based toll collection on National Highways reached a record 70,278.18 crore in 2025-26, marking a steady rise over the past three years, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha. The Centre said it has reviewed the toll pricing mechanism to reduce the burden on commuters through measures such as an annual pass, rationalised toll charges and lower penalties for UPI payments.

The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway Corridor has come under the spotlight after official data tabled in the Rajya Sabha revealed that 58 of J&K's 73 identified black corridors are located in Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts, through which the mega highway project passes.

The Union Territory of Ladakh will host India's first-ever Global Black-necked Crane Festival from August 10 to 14 across Leh, Tso Kar and Hanle to promote wildlife conservation, sustainable tourism and community participation. Dedicated to the Black-necked Crane, Ladakh's state bird and the world's only alpine crane, the festival aims to showcase the ecological and cultural significance of the Changthang wetlands.

Jammu and Kashmir Police has executed a court proclamation against Pakistan-based designated terrorist Mohammad Qasim alias Sulliman, directing him to appear before a designated court in Jammu by August 21. Qasim, who carries a Rs 10 lakh reward, is accused of involvement in the Katra and Narwal blasts and of operating a terror network in Rajouri and Poonch.

A Kashmiri youth was allegedly lured to Cambodia with a promise of a lucrative computer operator job but was instead forced into online scamming activities. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Kashmir, has filed a chargesheet against the accused in the overseas job fraud case registered in April.

The NIA Special Court in Jammu rejected the 20-day interim bail plea of former DySP Davinder Singh, accused in a high-profile terror-linked case, but granted him five days of custody parole on humanitarian grounds to attend his late father's religious rituals in Srinagar. The court held that with his regular bail already rejected and an appeal pending in the High Court, there was no ground for interim bail.

The Shri Amarnath and Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimages resumed on Saturday after a nearly week-long suspension caused by adverse weather and security concerns. Over 6,200 Amarnath pilgrims left Jammu's Bhagwati Nagar base camp for Kashmir, while around 2,000 devotees registered for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Katra as authorities closely monitored weather and safety conditions.

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) would herald a new era in the Union Territory's partnership with the film industry and help restore Kashmir's historic status as a preferred filmmaking destination. Speaking at the curtain-raiser event, he outlined the government's vision to create a filmmaker-friendly ecosystem, promote local talent, and position IFFJK as a globally recognised annual film festival.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured the family of martyred Jammu and Kashmir Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi of the government's full support after speaking to his son over the phone. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the bereaved family in Budgam, paid tributes to the fallen policeman, promised continued assistance, and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to dismantling the terror ecosystem and eliminating terrorism from Jammu and Kashmir.

The sleuths of the ED conducted raids at nine locations in J&K and Punjab as part of a money laundering investigation into an alleged Pakistan-linked narco-terror funding network. The probe revealed a cross-border heroin smuggling racket with suspected links to Hizbul Mujahideen, leading to the seizure of incriminating documents and the freezing of bank accounts containing approximately 49.9 lakh.

The Shri Amarnath and Mata Vaishno Devi yatras remained suspended for the sixth consecutive day due to adverse weather conditions, leaving more than 15,000 pilgrims stranded at various locations across Jammu and Kashmir. The Shiv Khori and Machail Mata pilgrimages also remained suspended as authorities continued to monitor the weather and assess the safety of the routes before allowing the yatras to resume. So far, over 3.9 lakh devotees have paid obeisance at the Holy Cave Shrine during the ong

A political controversy erupted in J&K after security forces demolished the houses of two Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists following the targeted killing of Police Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi in Anantnag. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti criticised the action as unconstitutional and counterproductive, while security agencies intensified anti-terror operations and detained thousands of suspects across the Kashmir Valley.