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The attack took place at the Gurdwara Mata Sahib Devan Ji Mugat in the Hazur Sahib area around 1.45 pm, when Badal was visiting the shrine, an official said. According to preliminary information, the attacker, identified by sources as a Nihang, allegedly attempted to stab Badal with a kirpan

The fishermen were arrested near Urumalei Point in Talaimannar on Wednesday night, the Navy said. According to a Navy release, the trawler had allegedly crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) into Sri Lankan waters and was engaged in bottom trawling when it was seized

Singh criticised Gandhi's conduct in Parliament and said parliamentary proceedings required dignity and democratic decorum. He alleged that Gandhi behaved like an unruly child and accused him of following a hit and run approach in Parliament

Elvish Yadav has joined the cast of Malamaal Weekly 2, alongside Riteish Deshmukh, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav. Calling it a new journey, Elvish thanked fans for supporting his Bollywood dreams. The announcement sparked excitement among his followers

South Indian actress Shakeela recently shared that she spent Rs 3 lakh on a neck surgery after bearing immense pain due to her phoe addiction. She advised fans and followers not to watch unnecessary videos on the phone

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has approached the Supreme Court challenging Allahabad High Court directions in a case involving allegations of disproportionate assets levelled against him by Karnataka-based BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir. The apex court is scheduled to hear Gandhis plea on August 17

Rajkummar Raos much-awaited courtroom drama Prahaar - The Untold Story Of Ujjwal Nikam has a new release date after being initially postponed from August 7. The film is now eyeing a festive weekend, wherein it is likely to clash with Rajinikanth's Jailer 2

Ibrahim Ali Khan penned a heartfelt birthday wish for sister Sara Ali Khan, calling her his appa jaan and thanking her for being the best sister ever. He also shared an adorable picture of them posing together by a bonfire

Nargis Fakhri shared a glimpse of her first flying experience, posing in the pilots seat. The actress joked that she was apparently a pilot in her past life, adding that she did well during her first flight

On World Elephant Day, Dia Mirza urged the government and people to protect elephant corridors, stressing that connected forests, rivers, farms and grasslands are vital for elephants to move safely, find food and water, and raise their young for all

Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh was arrested in Odisha over his alleged involvement in the hurried cremation of the RG Kar rape-murder victim in 2024. The arrest follows a fresh complaint by the victim's father and a new probe into the cremation

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust said its trustees had passed a resolution to initiate the setting up of a Selection Committee as soon as possible, in accordance with the Articles of Association of Tata Sons

As the Independence Day weekend gears up for a fierce box office clash, the advance bookings show Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 taking the lead over Sunny Deol-starrer Batwara 1947

Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening India-Liberia relations

The Rajya Sabha has cleared the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, aimed at strengthening Indias critical and strategic mineral sector. The Bill proposes greater flexibility for mining leaseholders

The Monsoon Session, which started on July 20, has seen prolonged disruptions in both Houses. The opposition protests initially started over the NEET paper leak and alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya

Kushal Tandon has denied rumours that Shreya Kalra was involved in his reported breakup with Shivangi Joshi. In an exclusive interaction, he revealed details of a DM from Shreya and clarified that she had nothing to do with their relationship

The Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Thursday shortly after the final day of the Monsoon Session began, following the traditional playing of Vande Mataram. The session ended amid repeated Opposition protests, sloganeering

CWG 2026 silver medalist Lovlina Borgohain reflects on her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, her objection to a distorted Indian map in Glasgow

We are deeply concerned that the current Administration has yet to utilise the authorities outlined in the Levinson Act to designate the US nationals detained by the Russian Federation as wrongful detainees and elevate their cases to SPEHA, they said

The Parliament Monsoon Session ended on Thursday with both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die amid fierce protests and sloganeering by the BJP and Opposition INDIA bloc. Leaders traded allegations over disruptions, stalled debates and the passage of legislation

Dulquer Salmaans I Am Game has been postponed from August 20 to September 3, 2026. Directed by Nahas Hidayath, the action thriller will release worldwide in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Kannada, promising a bigger pan-India theatrical experience

Legendary Spanish midfielder Xavi Hernandez has been named the new head coach of the Netherlands national team, signing a contract through to the 2030 World Cup

A new BTS video from the sets of Ramayana is going viral on the internet wherein Yash, who plays Ravana, and Vivek Oberoi, who plays Vidyutjihva, are seen bonding with each other. Director Nitesh Towari is also seen in the clip

Ruling NDA and Opposition INDIA bloc MPs came face-to-face near Parliament's Makar Dwar on Thursday -- with security personnel forming a cordon between them -- as they staged protests and raised counter-slogans over police action on job aspirants in Jharkhand and issues surrounding the alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya

Anup Soni has reacted to Ajay Devgn replacing him as the face of Crime Patrol. Calling Devgn a favourite and recalling their work together, Soni said he is sure the actor will bring his own style and perspective to the show

Demi Moore has shared an emotional glimpse of daughter Tallulah Willis wedding preparations, posting photos from her dress fitting and recalling the tender moments they shared as a family. Tallulah married Justin Acee in Sun Valley

South African batsman David Miller reflects on his career-defining 38-ball century against RCB and picking Gujarat Titans' 2022 title win as his favourite IPL memory

Mel Gibson has revealed that the script for Lethal Weapon 5 is complete, but the long-awaited sequel remains stuck because of studio complications. Gibson says the older Riggs and Murtaugh will return in a more character-driven story

The first teaser of Animals gives a tense glimpse into Ben Affleck and Kerry Washingtons upcoming Netflix thriller. Affleck plays a politician whose seemingly perfect family is shattered when his son is kidnapped

As the Jharkhand student protest over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations entered its 20th day, social organisations and volunteers have stepped in to provide free meals and water to protesters at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi

Actor Sidharth Malhotra on Thursday marked five years of his acclaimed war drama Shershaah and seemed to have reunited with his co-stars from the movie, Nikitin Dheer and Shiv Panditt

Singer and actor Nick Jonas has revealed that his four-year-old daughter Malti, whom he shares with wife and actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas, has already watched 'Camp Rock 3' even though she has not yet seen the first two films in the Disney franchise

BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday defended her remarks calling veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah a lomdi (fox) over his comments on student protests, accusing the film industry of hypocrisy in its response to protests

Jackie Shroff marked legendary actress Vyjayanthimala's birthday by sharing a heartwarming video of him meeting the veteran actress and kissing her feet out of respect. Sharing his wishes, he also called her 'one of his favourites'

Sean Diddy Combs was reportedly released from solitary confinement at FCI Fort Dix after an alleged altercation with another inmate. He was placed in disciplinary segregation following the incident, which reportedly involved an exchange of punches before officers intervened

The protesters have maintained that an independent investigation is necessary to establish whether irregularities took place in the recruitment process and to ensure that future examinations are conducted transparently

Months after marrying Taylor Swift in a grand wedding, Travis Kelce has finally spoken up about his marriage as the NFL star returns to the game. He called it the 'best night' of his life and thanked everyone who made it

The bandh was called by the Federation of Kannada organisations led by Nagaraj to protest the directions of the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to release water to Tamil Nadu

Parag Tyagi remembered his late wife Shefali Jariwala on their wedding anniversary, honouring their 16 years together. Sharing an emotional tribute, he celebrated their enduring bond and described their relationship as 16 years of pure love despite her passing

Sunny Deol met Subhas Chandra Boses grandnephew ahead of his upcoming film Batwara 1947. The meeting comes as the actor prepares for the films release, which explores the Partition era and its historical backdrop, adding significance to his latest project

The latest arrest was made as police continued their investigation into the killing of Inderjit Singh Bawari, who was allegedly attacked following a dispute linked to an unpaid loan

Akanksha Chamola firmly told paparazzi that she would no longer answer questions about her husband, Gaurav Khanna. Her clear response came after repeated queries about the actor, signalling that she wants to keep discussions about their relationship away from the media

The raids were carried out by a special team from the Nanded police range as part of a drive against illegal activities in the district. Police also launched a helpline called 'Khabar' to allow people to report illegal businesses and gambling activities

Delhi and parts of northwest India are likely to receive widespread rainfall over the coming days, with the IMD forecasting rain across Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi on August 14-15

The Traitors Season 2 has officially started, and the show has already eliminated three contestants within the first few episodes. Munawar Faruqui, Dalip Tahil, Harman Singha and Karan Singh Magic became the first bunch to be eliminated in the first week

Mumbais seven lakes held 13,06,364 million litres of water, or 90.26 per cent of their live storage capacity, as of August 13. The stock is higher than the 89.21 per cent recorded during the same period last year, with Vihar, Tulsi and Modak Sagar at full capacity

Student protests over alleged irregularities and paper leaks in Jharkhands JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations continued on Thursday, with protesters demanding reforms, accountability and cancellation of the CGL exam

Ukraine launched a major overnight attack on Russias Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk, damaging two major grain terminals, according to reports. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces also targeted Russias naval base in the city using drones, missiles and unmanned boats

Shipping tensions escalated on Tuesday as a suspected Houthi attack on a cargo vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait killed four crew members and two Yemeni rescuers. Separately, the US military said a Navy helicopter fired two Hellfire missiles to disable a Panama-flagged cargo ship accused of violating a US blockade of Iranian ports