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Salman Khan calls Qazi Touqeer the Rockstar of Bigg Boss 20, while his medical room 'acting' stunt is expected to be addressed during Weekend Ka Vaar.

CINTAA dispute escalated after Poonam Dhillon, Upasana Singh, Padmini Kolhapure and others were involved in a heated confrontation at the association's Mumbai office, prompting police intervention.

A note from Sarnaik's office said Dutt called the minister and spoke to him in Marathi, eginning with 'Pratap bhai, Jai Maharashtra'. Dutt also told him he knows Marathi well. He apologised if his remark sent the wrong message, a note from Sarnaik's office said.

Lady Gaga and her fianc Michael Polansky have reportedly welcomed their first child together. The couple has kept details about the newborn private, including the name, sex and birth date. The family of three was recently spotted in Northern California.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has been named BMW India's new brand ambassador. He unveiled the new BMW 7 Series range at an event in New Delhi, marking the beginning of his association with the luxury carmaker. The new range includes petrol and fully electric variants, with bookings open and deliveries set to begin in October 2026.

The coming-of-age romantic comedy stars Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora and Ansh Duggal and premieres on Prime Video on September 25, 2026. Don't Be Shy is produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt

Kareena Kapoor looked stunning in a vibrant rainbow-hued lehariya saree at the Daayra music launch in Mumbai. She recently turned muse for designer Ritu Kumar, recalling the emotional connection she shares with the brand through her wedding ensemble.

Jennifer Lawrence has joined Instagram after years of saying she'd never join social media. She has debuted with the username 'jlaw', famously coined by her fans. Explaining the reason for choosing 'jlaw', she wrote 'jenniferlawrence was taken' in her bio.

The viral 80s AI trend has taken over social media, with Divyenndu, Ravi Kishan and the Mirzapur: The Movie cast joining in. Neetu Kapoor also shared a retro AI picture featuring herself and Rishi Kapoor, while Rahul Gandhi, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra have also hopped on the trend.

Amrapali Dubey was left offended after Mahhi Vij repeatedly made Bhabhi remarks on Bigg Boss 20. She felt the comments could be seen as a dig at the Bhojpuri industry and later explained her concerns to Mahhi. Amrapali also apologised to her fans and followers.

Orry has made another claim about his fallout with Sara Ali Khan, alleging she once pushed a girl off a chair at a party. He said the girl confronted him because Sara was very famous at the time. Orry recalled taking the blame despite denying he pushed her

Drishyam 3 trailer introduces a fresh challenge for Ajay Devgn's Vijay Salgaonkar, who faces a triple threat from Tabu's Meera Deshmukh, Jaideep Ahlawat's SP (Crime Branch), and Prakash Raj's lawyer character. The trailer promises drama as Vijay tries to protect his family and keep his secrets buried.

Punjabi-Canadian singer AP Dhillon has arrived at Apple Park ahead of Apple's highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max launch, where he met Apple CEO John Ternus. Dhillon also shared pictures from the Apple campus,

Akshaye Khanna made a rare appearance in Mumbai and was spotted posing for the paparazzi on the same day the trailer of Drishyam: The Conclusion was released. Meanwhile, Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a new character in the film, opened up about stepping into the franchise after Khanna's exit.

Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, along with PM Modi and other celebrities, have joined the viral ChatGPT '80s photo trend. The AI trend lets users transform their pictures into retro 80s, 90s and early-2000s-inspired looks using simple prompts.

A clip of Apoorva Mukhija aka Rebel Kid, kissing her rumoured boyfriend, Amin Jaz, has been doing the rounds on the internet. The clip surfaced shortly after Apoorva revealed that she had travelled to Turkey to spend the long weekend with her boyfriend.

The monochrome frames, posted by the couple, offered a rare glimpse of the family together. Baby Dua made a special appearance in the shoot after a long time. Deepika looked elegant in a white lace co-ord outfit, while Ranveer complemented her in a classic white shirt and trousers. I

The patent encompasses the architecture and the system that synchronises optical and microwave sensors to acquire data simultaneously with spatial and temporal alignment. GalaxEye had previously patented the foundational technology in India.

GRT Jewellers will gain control of TBZ, a jewellery company founded in Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar in 1864, which has grown from a single store to 37 outlets across 28 cities, mainly in Maharashtra and Gujarat.

Security forces on Friday eliminated one terrorist during a 12-hour-long joint operation in the Ashdar Gali area of Budgam district. The operation was conducted by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF following specific intelligence inputs.

The ruling National Conference and opposition BJP staged parallel demonstrations in Srinagar, trading accusations over governance, unfulfilled promises and statehood as police detained activists and blocked both marches from reaching their targets.

The Chatroo case in Kishtwar has taken a fresh turn with police arresting four more persons, including Health Department employees, amid allegations of an infant being swapped. A nurse has also been detained for questioning, while the SIT continues to investigate the alleged sexual assault, illegal pregnancy termination and death of the minor.

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.

At Hyatt Centric Sector 17, a hidden speakeasy, destination-led dining and immersive heritage walks make a compelling case for Chandigarh as more than a stopover

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti joined protesting students at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, backing their demands while reviving the debate over the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35-A. Calling the August 5, 2019 decision unconstitutional, she accused the Centre of undermining democracy, demanded the resignation of the minister concerned, and said India's youth would play a decisive role in safeguarding the Constitution.

The killing of Police Head Constable Aashiq Hussain Qureshi in Anantnag has triggered one of the largest anti-terror operations in Kashmir in recent years. Security forces have detained over 2,000 terror associates, intensified surveillance across the Valley, and demolished the houses of two Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists as investigations point to possible cross-border involvement.

Amid incessant rains and the threat of flash floods and landslides, the Jammu and Kashmir government has identified 1,017 vulnerable locations with over 10 lakh people at risk. Chairing a high-level review meeting, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah directed officials to strengthen rescue and relief measures, restore essential services on priority and maintain round-the-clock preparedness across the Union Territory.