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How the title role of Indias first 100 crore blockbuster went to late Pradeep Rawat, who I had a long, fun chat with once
US Central Command said American forces disabled the Panama-flagged M/V Vela Nova after it allegedly attempted to breach the US blockade of Iranian ports
There is merit in saying that West Indies are in real danger of not being part of the ODI World Cup for the second time in a row.
The death toll from Mondays 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has risen to 188, with 1,677 people injured, according to Asocapitales
US President Donald Trump said he would love to run for another term in 2028 but acknowledged that the law poses a major obstacle. The 22nd Amendment bars anyone from being elected US president more than twice
Typhoon Dolphin moved deeper into central Chinas Hubei province on Tuesday, flooding streets and forcing tourist attractions to close
Industrial poultry production has increased the movement of Campylobacter bacteria by more than 100 times, according to an analysis by the University of Oxford
US President Donald Trump secretly switched from an older Air Force One aircraft to an Air Force C-32A while leaving the NATO summit in Ankara, according to The Washington Post
Three police personnel have faced disciplinary action after a truck seized for allegedly carrying stone chips without a valid challan went missing from Mufassil police station in Bihars Munger district
Schools in Bhopal and Guna will remain closed on Wednesday as heavy rain continued across Madhya Pradesh for the third consecutive day
Elephant rides at Jaipurs historic Amer Fort have witnessed a sharp decline, with tourist numbers falling by nearly 70 per cent in seven years
Millions across Europe are preparing to witness a rare total solar eclipse on Wednesday, with the Moon set to block out the Sun along a path crossing Russia, Greenland, Iceland and Spain
The Karnataka Food Safety and Drug Administration department inspected Indira Canteen kitchens at Gottigere in Bengaluru South and Lingarajapuram in Bengaluru North on Tuesday as part of its ongoing food safety checks across the city
Delhi Police have displayed posters featuring photographs of 19 wanted terrorists linked to groups including Indian Mujahideen, Al-Qaeda and Khalistani terror networks at multiple locations across the capital
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Janu by Blondie, the latest Indian cafe from Bastian Hospitality in Juhu, blends dhaba-style flavours with a colourful, kitschy setting and retro Bollywood music. From Raj Kachori and podi baby idlis to Mishti Doi Creme Brulee, heres what to try
Thousands of people gathered with the national flag on Fergusson College Road, turning the usually busy stretch into a sea of saffron, white and green ahead of Independence Day
The incident was highlighted by Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare, who questioned the police presence and response near the railway tracks
Had a fruitful meeting with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to discuss deepening US-India strategic cooperation. Our close partnership with India is vital to addressing global security challenges. The United States and India share many of the same goals and our engagement continues to grow! the US Envoy posted
The JSSC conducted the examination on July 3, 2022, for recruitment to 1,279 Junior Engineer (Diploma) posts. However, reports emerged that the answer key for the first shift had gone viral and that the question paper had been leaked before the examination began
The Supreme Court heard the Uddhav Thackeray faction's challenge to the Maharashtra Speaker's decision on Shiv Sena MLAs, with Kapil Sibal arguing that a legislative wing split cannot by itself amount to a split in the political party
On August 4, the Phuket-Delhi flight AI2379, operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, suddenly lost 300 feet in altitude amid mid-air turbulence, leaving at least 17 people injured. The plane had 145 people onboard, including 137 passengers and 8 crew members
The court convicted Assad of crimes against humanity and other offences, citing his position as the highest decision-maker and his role in issuing orders to state institutions involved in the violations. The court also sentenced Assad's cousin and former political security chief to death
India reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh is an inalienable and integral part of the country, rejecting Chinas attempts to rename places in the state and stressing that such moves cannot alter the ground reality
Tremors were felt in several cities across Colombia, including the capital Bogota, where alarms sounded and people in several buildings evacuated to the streets as a precaution
Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters, Sudhanshu Trivedi said the makers of the Constitution would never have imagined that the temple of democracy would become hostage to the whims, fancies and arrogant attitude of any Shehzada, a pointed reference to Rahul Gandhi
As the debate started amid the din, Opposition MPs also tried to raise Points of Order, while slogans were raised, including those demanding for Home Minister Amit Shah to come to the House and on the alleged donation theft at Ram Temple
According to the police, OCI cardholders are permitted to attend prayer meetings and participate in religious functions. However, they are not allowed to preach or deliver religious speeches without obtaining permission
I also spoke with Devendra Mahato ji yesterday, who is leading this movement. He told me that he had been on a hunger strike for 9 days, and even after that, the police used lathis on him. He was beaten up and is now in the hospital, and his current situation is quite concerning, he said
According to the release, Bhagwat will perform the flag-hoisting ceremony at 9.30 am at Kasturchand Park, where Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated a 200-foot-high national flag erected by the Lokmat Media Group in March
The ABVP staged a protest march from the Old Vidhan Sabha to the New Vidhan Sabha in Ranchi amid an ongoing agitation by JPSC and JSSC aspirants over alleged recruitment exam irregularities
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris helicopter made an emergency landing at Kolaghat in East Midnapore on Tuesday after bad weather disrupted his journey from Kolkata to Keshpur
According to the police, the schools that received the threats are Carmel Convent School in Sector 9-B, St John's High School and Sacred Heart Senior Secondary School in Sector 26, and St Stephen's School in Sector 45-B
The Opposition has been demanding a discussion in Parliament on the alleged irregularities concerning donations made to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, while also seeking answers from the government over the treatment of students during recent protests
In the editorial, Sonia Gandhi said the July 29, 2026 judgment marked an important but overlooked moment in India's political history. She said the apex court's decision not only accepted the CBI's closure report but also criticised the trial court for making adverse observations against Manmohan Singh without compelling reason
Four youths were killed and two injured after their car hit a divider, overturned and collided with a truck on NH-48 in Sataras Shirwal during the early hours of Tuesday. The accident occurred on the Pune-Satara lane near Khandala
Around 80 protesters were detained during a CITU-led jail bharo agitation at the Jalna Zilla Parishad office. Workers demanded permanent employment, PF, ESI and pension benefits, restoration of MGNREGA and repeal of the four labour codes
Jalna police seized 41 weapons, including 22 swords, 15 daggers and four choppers, allegedly stocked for illegal sale and criminal activities. A 23-year-old man with a criminal background was arrested, while his alleged accomplice remains on the run
The death toll from floods and intensive rainfall in Assam has risen to 101, according to the latest DRIMS bulletin
Indias 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort will feature Vande Mataram for the first time. The event will highlight Yuva Shakti and the contribution of young Indians towards building a developed India by 2047
FSSAI has suspended the licences of VKC Nuts in Uttar Pradesh and Chheda Specialities Foods in Maharashtra after inspections found serious food safety violations, including live insects, mould, rodent droppings, poor sanitation and unsafe food handling practices
The death toll from a magnitude-7.4 earthquake in western Colombia has risen to 132, with more than 570 people injured, according to the Colombian government
US President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on Democratic candidates ahead of the midterm elections, accusing unnamed opponents of promoting jihadism, communism and radical policies
Is Delhi food better than Mumbais? Thats an endless debate. Instead, the Maximum City is falling hard for the National Capitals robust flavours. Pick from our curation of delish fare from these Dilli-fied menus across the city
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat will address a major gathering of Hindu Americans in New York City on August 29, marking a rare public appearance by him in the United States
A US federal judge has dismissed with prejudice three criminal fraud-related charges against Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani and Vneet Jaain after the Justice Department abandoned the prosecution
The Special Operations Group of Surat City Police arrested 24 people allegedly found staying in the city in violation of externment orders during a special checking drive
Authorities are tightening surveillance on the Pune-Mumbai Missing Link with advanced speed monitoring cameras inside four tunnels and a crackdown on illegally entering heavy vehicles. The move follows concerns over speeding and a fatal accident on the newly opened stretch
August 8 was the death anniversary of one of the citys most respected chroniclers, who silently captured the seen and the unseen with humane-ness. The Danes work ought to be permanently displayed