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UAE: Indian Consulate warns of scams targeting nationals over visas, Emirates ID

The Indian Consulate in Dubai has warned nationals in the UAE against scams by unauthorised agents offering visa regularisation, Emergency Certificates, Emirates ID and employment, with victims allegedly being tricked into sharing biometric data

31 Aug 2026 4:44 pm
Iran claims drone strikes on US forces at UAE airbase

Iranian Army claims it launched dozens of attack drones targeting helicopter and troop positions of the US military at Al Minhad airbase in the UAE, as tensions escalate following US strikes on Larak Island and Iran's retaliation across the region

31 Aug 2026 4:26 pm
PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Bishkek on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

31 Aug 2026 4:24 pm
'Honour for India': BJP counters Owaisi over Modi's Uzbekistan award

Reacting to Modi being awarded the Order of 'Oliy Darajali Dustlik', Uzbekistan's highest state award, Owaisi said he congratulated the BJP and pointed out that Uzbekistan was the country from which Babur came to India

31 Aug 2026 4:20 pm
Surgeon Vice Admiral Manish Honwad takes charge as AFMC Pune Director

Surgeon Vice Admiral Manish Honwad, VSM, has assumed charge as Director and Commandant of Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune. An AFMC alumnus, Honwad brings over 37 years of experience in military healthcare, education and administration

31 Aug 2026 4:03 pm
Jarange asks supporters to move to Mumbai ahead of Sept 12 deadline

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has urged community members to quietly head to Mumbai by September 12 and prepare for a major agitation if the government fails to meet their demands, while continuing his indefinite hunger strike in Jalna

31 Aug 2026 4:02 pm
Nepal floods: 140 Maharashtra residents rescued in Kathmandu by Shiv Sena

The Shiv Sena team present in Nepal has provided the stranded residents with information about their onward journey and remained in contact with them during the rescue effort, a party leader said

31 Aug 2026 4:02 pm
WATCH | SCO Summit: PM Modi-Iran's Pezeshkian discuss West Asia conflict

PM Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Bishkek, with the two leaders reviewing India-Iran bilateral ties and cooperation. The meeting also comes amid ongoing developments and tensions in West Asia

31 Aug 2026 3:32 pm
Food safety push: Zomato delists dishes containing analogue dairy products

Zomato has directed restaurant partners to shift towards the use of natural dairy products in their dishes. Where restaurants are unable to make the transition immediately, they have been instructed to remove food items containing analogue dairy products from their menus

31 Aug 2026 2:28 pm
PM Modi to meet Putin, Iran's Pezeshkian at SCO Summit in Bishkek today

Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday, August 30, to participate in the 26th SCO Leadership Summit, which brings together 10 member states, 15 partner countries, and two observer countries to advance dialogue and cooperation on regional and global issues

31 Aug 2026 2:01 pm
Cong slams BJP over FIR against Rahul, calls it pot calling the kettle black

Congress accused the BJP of avoiding action against those allegedly involved in the ritual while pursuing a case against Gandhi for raising questions about it

31 Aug 2026 1:20 pm
Nepal floods: China provides USD 2.2 million aid as death toll climbs to 903

According to the Nepal government, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang also conveyed condolences over the loss of lives and extensive damage caused by the floods

31 Aug 2026 1:01 pm
Trump says Irans navy, air force and leaders are gone, vows no nuclear weapons

Speaking to Fox News on Sunday Night in America, Donald Trump defended US actions against Iran and claimed that Washington's military and economic measures had significantly weakened the country

31 Aug 2026 12:41 pm
Delhi GB Road human trafficking case: Three arrested, two women rescued

According to the police, the two women were rescued from Kotha No. 58, GB Road, in two separate cases. The victims were lured on the pretext of employment and subsequently forced into prostitution

31 Aug 2026 12:20 pm
SC declines PIL seeking mandatory display of ethanol percentage at petrol pumps

A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and PB Varale said it would not entertain the plea under Article 32 of the Constitution, which allows individuals to directly approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of fundamental rights

31 Aug 2026 12:17 pm
Nepal floods: Indian team searches Chilime, Langtang tunnels for trapped workers

The Indian team is working alongside the Nepali Army in the flood-hit areas of Rasuwa and Nuwakot, where communication with hundreds of people associated with hydropower projects has been disrupted

31 Aug 2026 12:06 pm
What triggered Nepal floods? Massive Himalayan ice-rock avalanche, study finds

The report, commissioned by the Nepal Environment Society (NES), was released on Sunday. The findings come as the death toll from the disaster rose to 903, with authorities continuing to recover bodies from affected areas

31 Aug 2026 11:50 am
PM Narendra Modi praises Uzbek students' growing interest in India, culture

During the interaction, students recited verses and poems written by Modi, an experience he described as emotional. He appreciated the students for conveying the emotions and meaning of his Hindi poems despite the language not being their mother tongue

31 Aug 2026 11:45 am
Delhi bus rape case: 16-year-old student allegedly assaulted on moving bus

The incident reportedly took place on the night of August 4 in the Kashmere Gate area. Police have arrested the bus driver, Kuldeep, and conductor, Sandeep, in connection with the case

31 Aug 2026 11:12 am
3-year-old sexually assaulted at Delhi school; accused bus driver arrested

The accused, identified as Vikas, had been working as a bus driver at the school for around eight months. According to police, he allegedly befriended the child by offering her chocolates and subsequently sexually abused her on multiple occasions

31 Aug 2026 11:11 am
Heavy rain likely in several states as low pressure persists: IMD

The weather system is expected to bring widespread light to moderate rainfall across several states over the coming days, with isolated areas likely to experience heavy, very heavy and, in some places, extremely heavy rainfall

31 Aug 2026 11:09 am
Nepal floods: Floodwaters inundate low-lying areas of Bihars West Champaran

Residents of Chakdahwa and nearby villages reported severe difficulties travelling through the flooded areas, with people having to wade through water for nearly three kilometres

31 Aug 2026 10:52 am
Nepal flash floods: Death toll reaches 903, many remain missing or uncontactable

The floods and landslides, reportedly triggered by an ice-rock avalanche along the Tibet border, have caused widespread destruction, with thousands of people reported missing or uncontactable

31 Aug 2026 10:52 am
Jama Masjid area: MCD clears encroachments from public spaces, parks

Following the court's directions, MCD teams began the ground-level exercise in the area on Monday. Officials said the drive involves clearing public spaces that have been occupied through unauthorised structures or encroachments

31 Aug 2026 10:50 am
Yamuna Expressway accident: Truck crosses divider, four car occupants killed

The accident took place on Sunday night, August 30, in the jurisdiction of the Jewar police station. According to officials, the truck was travelling from Noida towards Agra when its driver apparently lost control of the vehicle

31 Aug 2026 10:47 am
Trump escalates trade row with Canada, says he does not want Canadian cars, part

US President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on Canada over trade, calling it one of the worst abusers and saying he does not want Canadian cars or parts. He also urged Canadian companies to move their operations to the US to avoid tariffs

31 Aug 2026 9:33 am
India became Vishwaguru through service, not by being a superpower: Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India became a Vishwaguru through selfless service to humanity rather than by becoming a superpower. Speaking in Toronto, he highlighted Indias tradition of offering refuge, respecting diversity and embracing the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam

31 Aug 2026 9:27 am
Flash flood wreaks havoc at Grand Canyon, destroys footbridges and landscape

A major flash flood at the Grand Canyon forced the evacuation of more than 60 people from Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel Campground. Footbridges were destroyed and debris swept into the Colorado River, while more than 20 people may be unaccounted for

31 Aug 2026 9:21 am
Tens of thousands mourn King Harald V in Norway; funeral set for September 9

Tens of thousands of Norwegians attended memorial services across the country for late King Harald V, who died aged 89. His funeral is scheduled for September 9, while his son Haakon VIII has assumed the throne

31 Aug 2026 9:16 am
PM Modi, Uzbek President plant sapling, pledge commitment to expand green cover

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev planted a sapling at the Presidential Palace in Tashkent, combining Indias Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam initiative with Uzbekistans Yashil Makon programme to promote a greener and more sustainable future

31 Aug 2026 9:12 am
IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar detained over alleged KPSC exam case

Karnataka CID officials have detained IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar in connection with alleged irregularities in the KPSC recruitment examination for veterinary officers. He was questioned after appearing before investigators in response to a notice

31 Aug 2026 9:06 am
Mumbai mother, 43, unfurls Tricolour atop Mount Elbrus on Independence Day

Mumbai-based mountaineer Shivani Mehrotra, 43, celebrated Independence Day by unfurling the Tricolour atop Mount Elbrus in Russia. A mother of an 18-year-old, she continues to pursue mountaineering alongside family responsibilities

31 Aug 2026 9:01 am
India sends 68.5 tonnes of relief material, technical teams to flood-hit Nepal

India has sent 68.5 tonnes of relief materials to flood-hit Nepal along with technical teams, forensic experts and equipment to support search and rescue operations

31 Aug 2026 8:57 am
India-Uzbekistan ties elevated to comprehensive strategic partnership

India and Uzbekistan have elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and set a target of $5 billion in annual bilateral trade by 2030. The countries also agreed on a framework for long-term uranium supplies to India

31 Aug 2026 8:53 am
31-year-old British woman fatally stabbed at German train station, man held

A 31-year-old British woman died after being stabbed at Rosenheim train station in southern Germany early Sunday. Police detained a 27-year-old German man suspected in the attack

31 Aug 2026 8:48 am
From surgery to emotional care: 5 robots transforming modern healthcare

From precision surgery and hospital disinfection to rehabilitation and emotional support, robots are increasingly helping healthcare professionals improve patient care and streamline hospital operations

31 Aug 2026 8:42 am
CENTCOM says US strikes targeted imminent IRGC threat in Strait of Hormuz

In a post on X, CENTCOM said US forces had carried out what it described as limited, precise action against IRGC forces that were posing an imminent threat in the strategically important waterway

31 Aug 2026 8:41 am
North Cyprus ferry tragedy: 8 dead, 18 missing after vessel capsizes off Kyrenia

A passenger ferry carrying 267 people capsized off Kyrenia in North Cyprus on Sunday. At least eight people died and 18 remain missing, while 241 passengers were rescued as search and rescue operations continued

31 Aug 2026 8:38 am
Iran's IRGC says it attacked US bases in Jordan in retaliation

The IRGC said it targeted military infrastructure and areas where fighter jets were stationed at bases in Jordan, while Iranian media reported that the operation caused heavy damage

31 Aug 2026 8:34 am
Ask questions if authorities ask for fines

This incident took place at Hans Bhugra Junction, beneath the WEHs Vakola Bridge.

31 Aug 2026 8:33 am
Space should always be used wisely

If a football ground is being repurposed for a convention centre, it is a sign that all our priorities are in order

31 Aug 2026 8:30 am
Nepal flood death toll rises to 768 as Bhotekoshi River levels surge again

The Bhotekoshi River rose again on Sunday, prompting authorities to issue a fresh alert in flood-hit areas. The death toll from the August 26 flash floods has reached 768, while more than 2,500 people remain missing

31 Aug 2026 8:27 am
Irans supreme leader calls on Muslim nations to unite against US and Israel

Meanwhile, violence continued in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, where an Israeli airstrike killed at least two Palestinians, including a 3-year-old child, and journalists working for NBC were reportedly attacked by settlers

31 Aug 2026 7:57 am
US hits Iranian rocket launchers in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran vows retaliation

The latest escalation came days after the Trump administration indicated that it intended to focus more heavily on economic pressure rather than military action in its effort to force an end to the conflict

31 Aug 2026 7:47 am
Gorewada African Safari: Fadnavis seeks time-bound completion of project work

The African Safari is a key component of the Gorewada project. Fadnavis reviewed the status of infrastructure and other works required to launch the safari and directed officials to identify the pending works and complete them in a time-bound manner

30 Aug 2026 8:27 pm
Pune Ganeshotsav 2026: Citizens demand ban on DJs, loudspeakers

Citizens participated in a march from Abhinav Chowk to the historic Shaniwar Wada and staged demonstrations at Goodluck Chowk, raising slogans such as Abki Baar, Loudspeaker Hadhpaar (this time, loudspeakers must go)

30 Aug 2026 7:25 pm
PM Modi, Mirziyoyev elevate India-Uzbekistan ties to strategic partnership

The Modi-Mirziyoyev talks focused on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, infrastructure, critical minerals, mining, defence and security, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, information technology, digital public infrastructure, including UPI, and education

30 Aug 2026 5:09 pm
NEET PG 2026: Exam rescheduled at Jaipur centre over power outage concerns

The NEET PG 2026 examination at iON Digital Zone Sitapura 2 in Jaipur has been rescheduled to September 5 after concerns over a power outage at the centre. Nearly 300 candidates allotted to the centre will appear for the exam on the revised date

30 Aug 2026 2:39 pm
Nagpur: Senior citizen killed after speeding SUV hits him during morning walk

A senior citizen was killed in Nagpur on Sunday morning after a speeding SUV allegedly hit him while he was out for a walk near Japanese Garden. The deceased was identified as Kailash Sondia, a resident of Awasthi Chowk. Police have launched an investigation

30 Aug 2026 1:04 pm
Pune Ganeshotsav: Mandals seek uniform noise rules for DJs, dhol-tasha groups

Pune Ganesh mandals have backed restrictions on DJs and plasma sound systems but demanded that similar noise limits apply to dhol-tasha groups. Representatives of 42 mandals also raised concerns over selective enforcement, police cases and immersion procession arrangements

30 Aug 2026 12:54 pm