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The death count from the Nepal-Tibet flash floods has gone up to 389 on Thursday, including 359 in Nepal and three in neighbouring Tibet, as the rescue operation is still underway to trace hundreds still...

Nepal was battered by the flash floods that struck three districts of the country's central region on Wednesday, claiming at least 178 lives while over 800 remain missing. The flash floods swept away bridges, destroyed power projects and everything that came into its way.

The Indian men's hockey team delivered when it mattered most, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a high-voltage Pool D clash at the Hockey World Cup 2026 in Amstelveen. After suffering a setback against England in their previous outing, India bounced back in style to keep their campaign alive and secure their place in the top eight. With their World Cup hopes hanging in the balance, Harmanpreet Singh and his men produced a confident display against Pakistan. India controlled the contest from

A shocking case of suspected spurious liquor consumption has emerged from Gujarat's Bhavnagar district, where five people have died and 20 others are undergoing treatment after allegedly consuming adulterated liquor. As per the information, the incident occurred at Kharkhadi village of Ghogha taluka. The incident has triggered a major police investigation. Acting on the directions of Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister, a team of the State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has reached Bhavnagar to investigate the

Govinda and Sunita Ahuja are back in the spotlight. The couple, who have been braving difficulties in their marriage for a while now, are back to being the newsmakers. Earlier on August 19, Sunita was clicked outside Bandra court in Mumbai. While she didn't disclose anything, the Partner actor's manager confirmed to several publications that she withdrew her divorce case against the actor.

If Jai had Veeru, Keenu had Aftab - that's how we can best explain Harshul Kaul and Vedang Raina's friendship in Imtiaz Ali's recently-released Main Vaapas Aaunga. The film started slowly at the box office, but positive word of mouth helped the film achieve the status it did by the end of its 50th day in cinemas. Also, while a section of the audience loved the film, a few claimed that the film was 'anti-national'.

Ollie Robinson made an immediate impact on the opening day of the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley . He struck on the first delivery itself, sending Azan Awais packing and, with that, set a new record in English cricket history. Awais was trapped in front of the stumps, but the batter wasnt satisfied with the umpires decision as he opted for DRS. The technology, however, confirmed the original call with three reds.

The Krishnanagar Court on Wednesday issued an arrest warrant against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra. She had been directed to appear in court regarding allegations of making objectionable remarks about the Indian Army but had been evading appearance. Consequently, the court took this action against the MP.

A blast at a CNG station in Delhi's Tikri Kalan area left six people injured while a truck was being refuelled with compressed natural gas on Wednesday. According to the initial information, the incident took place during CNG filling at the pump. The injured persons were reportedly present at the station when the blast occurred.

Delhi Police has arrested a Pakistani national from the Old Delhi area for staying illegally in the national capital, said officials on Wednesday (August 19). The man was arrested on August 15 by the Crime Branch unit of Delhi Police. According to the officials, the accused had entered India through Nepal and was working at a restaurant in Delhi.

Former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain on Wednesday alleged that his arrest by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) was politically motivated and connected to the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections. Jain, who is AAP's co-in-charge for Punjab, made the remarks while being taken to the Rouse Avenue Court. This is done because the Punjab election is coming up this is politics, Jain said.Jain is among six people arrested by the ACB in an alleged corruption case linked to t

The Maharashtra government has framed new rules empowering Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to override decisions taken by any Cabinet minister in the state. The state government has officially notified the Maharashtra Government Rules of Business, 2026, under which the Chief Minister has been given explicit powers to review, modify or revoke decisions taken by ministers.

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is set to open up about her personal life, family tragedies and political journey in a 544-page memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, scheduled to be published on November 10. In...

The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that the current system of conducting NEET-UG exam was foolproof and difficult to breach. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta appearing for the government explained to the court citing...

Actor-politician Thalapathy Vijay is one of the biggest names in Tamil cinema, with a career spanning several decades. However, the actor has recently transitioned into politics after taking the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. His farewell film, Jana Nayagan, hit theatres on July 23. But did you know that long before he earned a massive fan following, Vijay began his on-screen journey as a child artist?

China's first reported human case of swine influenza A(H1N2)v has drawn attention to the possibility of zoonotic transmission and the importance of continued influenza surveillance. The infection was detected in a previously healthy boy aged 2 years and 10 months who developed recurrent fever and paroxysmal cough.

Ahead of US Ambassador Sergio Gor's visit to Jammu and Kashmir today, August 19, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he will discuss the situation in the region with visiting US ambassador but ruled out raising internal issues with Washington's representative.

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The Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday withdrew within minutes a controversial directive that sought coordinated action to prevent students and young people from participating in protests and agitations organised by political parties.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday announced a series of measures in the state Assembly, including government vehicles for all MLAs to facilitate regular travel to their constituencies and support their work for residents.

Telugu star NTR Jr is grieving the loss of his beloved pet dog, Bagheera. The actor on Wednesday shared an emotional note on social media, remembering the four years they spent together and the special bond they shared.

There's good news for fans of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, as the National Award-winning actor has revealed an impressive seven-film lineup featuring several well-known names from Malayalam cinema. The 66-year-old actor, who has already had three films released in 2026, announced his upcoming projects in a post on X (formerly Twitter), confirming collaborations with filmmakers including Vishnu Mohan, Anoop Sathyan, Priyadarshan and others.

Amidst the ongoing CID/SIT investigation into irregularities regarding JPSC and JSSC examinations, the Jharkhand government has taken a major decision concerning 45 exams. According to notifications issued on August 18, 39 examinations have been cancelled, while six have been postponed until further orders. These include both recent recruitment drives and several earlier examinations.

OpenAI is having a wave of high-profile executives walking out the door lately, and people are starting to wonder whats really going on inside the company. The latest to leave is Chief Revenue Officer Denise Dressershe just announced she's stepping down in the coming weeks. Her exit follows quickly behind Brad Lightcap, another senior leader, who announced his departure just days earlier.

A major controversy erupted in Pakistan after reports circulated claiming that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan had died in custody. The Pakistan Army has rejected the claim, while journalist Wajahat Saeed Khan, who initially...

In a country where traffic congestion has become a part of daily life, a young innovator from the mountains of Uttarakhand has offered a glimpse into what the future of personal mobility could look like....

In a significant development, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye on Friday signed a key joint defence agreement under which any attack against one of them will be treated as an attack against all of them. The pact was signed amid increasing security concerns in the wake of escalating tensions in West Asia.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Friday reached out to the protesting Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) aspirants in Ranchi, assuring them that his government is willing to engage...

In a major development, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha, has withdrawn the divorce petition she had filed before a local court. The case has now been officially withdrawn, bringing an unexpected turn to the high-profile matter.

It's not every day that a filmmaker known for delivering blockbustersdecides to step in front of the camera. With DC, Lokesh Kanagaraj takes that leap. The film, also starringWamiqa Gabbi, has hit the screens today, and the internet can't stop talking about it.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued new, stricter guidelines to curb the arbitrariness of loan recovery agents. The rules will be implemented nationwide from January 1, 2027 and will protect millions of borrowers across the country who take loans from banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). Strict guidelines have been established to ensure transparency in the recovery process and prevent customer harassment. This development holds significance because there have been frequent c

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Friday, discussing the situation of law and order, and the functioning of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)...

Prime Video has finally dropped the trailer for the second season of its reality series The Traitors, and things look far more intense this time. Hosted once again by Karan Johar, the new season returns to the grand Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, where trust is scarce, and every move could change the game.

The story of the Kargil War has been told through many perspectives over the years. But Operation Safed Sagar shifts the spotlight to a lesser-known chapter of the conflict, one that highlights the Indian Air Force's historic high-altitude mission during the 1999 war. Backed by extensive research and inspired by real events, the Netflix series attempts to honour the courage of the Golden Arrows Squadron while also capturing the emotional cost of war. Does it manage to strike the right balance be

Chaos in Bihar's Patna after speeding bus crushes man to death; several vehicles torched

Days after delivering a blow to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by winning the Bankipur byelection in Bihar, Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sunetra Pawar, fueling speculations in the political corridor of the state.

The long-running Cauvery water dispute erupted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday, with Chief Minister Vijay and Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin engaging in a heated exchange over Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project.

Varun Tej's much-awaited horror comedy Korean Kanakaraju has finally hit theatres on August 7, and the first audience reactions are already pouring in. Written and directed by Merlapaka Gandhi, the film also stars Ritika Nayak and Satya in key roles.

A well in Gujarat's Morbi district has caught everyone's attention after it generated unexplained waves and ripples, which left the people confused and amazed at the same time. The 18-foot-deep well is located in the Veerparda village of the Morbi taluka.

A New Mexico court has ordered Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, to pay USD 567 million to address harms caused to young people by its platforms, in the second phase of a landmark trial the social media giant lost in March.

Lok Sabha has passed a Bill to amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007. With this, the government will have the authority to permit banks and other service providers to levy charges on payments through the unified payments interface (UPI) and other notified electronic payment modes. The amendment seeks to remove the existing legal provision that prevents banks and payment service providers from charging Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on notified electronic payment modes. It is important

Actress Ameesha Patel has recently grabbed attention after responding to an internet user who questioned why she has not married yet with a savage reply. The actor recently conducted an 'Ask Ameesha' session on X (formerly Twitter), where she answered questions from her fans.

A suspicious Scorpio vehicle evaded a police checkpoint at Chanderkote in Ramban district early Friday while travelling from Srinagar towards Jammu, prompting security forces to launch a search operation.

While clouds of uncertainty continues over Mojtaba Khamenei's whereabouts, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian met the Supreme Leader at a secret location in Tehran for only a few minutes and that too in complete darkness where...

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 has been creating a buzz ever since its trailer was unveiled on Thursday. Directed by Nitin Kakkar, the film serves as the sequel to the 2007 cult classic Awarapan. Apart from Emraan Hashmi, the film also stars Disha Patani. Veteran actor Shabana Azmi plays one of the antagonists, but the trailer also introduced another villain with an interesting Bollywood connection. Here's everything you need to know about him.

The Indian team is all set to take on Sri Lanka in a two-game Test series. The two sides will take on each other in the first Test of the series at the Galle International Stadium from August 15th. Ahead of the series, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) came forward and announced the India squad for the series.

The much-awaited teaser of Nani's Telugu action epic, The Paradise, was released by the makers on Thursday, August 6. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film also stars Raghav Juyal in a lead role. The pan-India film tells the story of a marginalised tribe's fight against discrimination and their struggle for citizenship.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that the conflict with Iran, which began on February 28, will likely end pretty soon as he believes that the Islamic Republic would not be able to go much longer. However, he reiterated that Tehran could not be allow to acquire a nuclear weapon.

Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav is facing fresh financial trouble, with Central Bank of India moving towards the auction of a property in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, over outstanding dues of more than Rs 16.61 crore. A notice has been pasted on the property, warning that it could be auctioned online on September 9, 2026, if the dues are not cleared within the stipulated period.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday (August 6) raised the issue of 'referral commission' and 'cut money' arrangements between doctors and diagnostic centers in the Parliament. He alleged that some...