Pune witnessed two fire incidents on Wednesday. the first broke out after a diya placed before a Ganpati idol toppled onto decorations in Guruvar Peth; in another incident, a major fire broke out around 3:30 am on Wednesday (September 3) at Zeba Shelters Society in Guruwar Peth

Making a case for the quintessential Wankhede Stadium performer to be honoured here without diluting the need to perpetuate the memory of stalwarts like Sardesai, Ashok Mankad, and Solkar

As the US tariff roils markets and a wary world looks at the China-India scenario, an expert concedes this is a tricky present but sees a bright future

Eight months after the Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) urged for an embargo on reviews for the first three days of a movies release, the Indian Film and Television Producers Council (IFTPC) has begun discussions on how to rein in what is known as review bombing

Initial findings suggest the attack targeted BNP leader Akhtar Mengal and his convoy; however, Mengal remained unharmed. Security forces quickly sealed off the area, and emergency services rushed the wounded to nearby hospitals

The peacekeeping force known as UNIFIL described the Tuesday morning incident as one of the most serious attacks on UNIFIL personnel and assets since the cessation of hostilities in November that ended the 14-month Israel-Hezbollah war

Twenty-six foreign leaders including Russian President Vladimir Putin, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and the leaders from Iran, Malaysia, Myanmar, Mongolia, Indonesia, Zimbabwe and central Asian countries attended it

Punjab state is battling one of the worst floods since 1988; 30 people killed; according to the bulletin issued on Tuesday, all 23 districts of the state have been declared as hit by the floods.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Wong will hold wide-ranging talks on Thursday following which they are set to virtually inaugurate a container terminal at Nhava Sheva port in Mumbai

Chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the marathon 56th Council meeting lasted over 10 hours and saw the Centre and states reach consensus on sweeping reforms. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said that all states were on board for the rate rationalisation, and it was a consensus-based decision

The first incident occurred around 10 pm on Tuesday at Sundar Sanskruti Society on Canal Road. According to fire officials, a diya placed in front of a Ganpati idol toppled onto decoration items inside a flat on the 10th floor, sparking a fire

The decision was announced at a recent cabinet meeting, with Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule confirming that the land transfer process will be completed soon. The Pune campus will launch a flagship programme in data science and management the first-of-its-kind initiative by any IIM outside its main campus

Currently, footwear and apparel priced up to Rs 1,000 are taxed at 5 per cent. Beyond the threshold, 12 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) is levied

The iconic Kalka-Shimla toy train services remained suspended for the third consecutive day on Wednesday due to multiple landslides and track blockages caused by incessant rainfall across Himachal Pradesh. The Northern Railway has announced that all services on the UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge route will remain suspended until September 5

The forty-seven-year-old leader, who had been an integral part of the party and its political campaigns, stated that there was pressure on her father to take action against her. She accused Harish Rao of working with Telangana Chief Minister (CM) Revanth Reddy to undermine the BRS and the KCR family

The Union Minister for Textiles reiterated the government`s commitment to the welfare of cotton farmers and reaffirmed the vision to protect the interests of cotton farmers. Singh chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the preparedness for Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations for cotton during the upcoming Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26

Exercise Bright Star 2025 is a multilateral tri-services military drill hosted by Egypt under the aegis of the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM). It is aimed at promoting regional security, enhancing military cooperation, and improving interoperability among participating nations in countering hybrid threats

The external affairs minister held a delegation-level meet with his Johann Wadephul on Wednesday. During this meeting, he highlighted the significance of India-Germany relations and expressed happiness over the German minister`s visit to Bengaluru, emphasising that both the countries have immense potential for cooperation in technology

The primary targets of the Russian offensive were civilian infrastructure and energy facilities, the Ukrainian President said, warning that the attacks are part of a broader escalation as winter approaches nearly three years since Russia`s full-scale invasion began

Heavy rains have worsened Delhis flood crisis as the Yamuna flows above the danger mark at 207 metres. Streets and markets have turned into streams, forcing mass evacuations from low-lying areas like Majnu ka Tila, Madanpur Khadar, and Badarpur. Families face food shortages, damaged homes, and uncertain futures even after waters recede.

The Gujarat Govt will host a Interaction Meet in New Delhi on September 4 ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences (VGRCs). Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will lead the New Delhi Interaction Meet. The event will feature session with Industrialists, Foreign Missions and Senior Government officials. Initiative will boost State growth.

The situation in the state has become extremely concerning. In view of the ongoing flood situation in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has announced that all schools and colleges will remain closed until 7th September.

Before sitting down for the talks, Putin lauded the role played by North Korean troops who, he said, had shown bravery and heroism in fighting alongside Russian forces against a Ukrainian incursion into the Kursk region

After completing all formalities required by the prisons department, Arun Gawli was released from jail at around 12:30 pm on Wednesday, an official confirmed

DMK has questioned the BJP-led Centres silence as US tariffs disrupt Tamil Nadus textile exports, especially from Tiruppur and Coimbatore. With Rs 12,000 crore exports at risk and nearly five lakh jobs threatened, the party has demanded urgent relief measures and a special package to safeguard industries in the western region.

Union Minister for Textiles Giriraj Singh has assured that all cotton arriving in the market that falls under MSP guidelines will be procured without disruption this season, as he reiterated the government`s commitment to the welfare of cotton farmers. He reaffirmed the government`s vision to protect the interests of cotton farmers.

At Sangam in Anantnag, the Jhelum River neared the evacuation threshold, while at Ram Munshi Bagh in Srinagar, it was just a foot below flood level. Several bridges in South and North Kashmir are reported to have sustained damage due to rising waters

S.Jaishankar held a delegation-level meet with his Counterpart Johann Wadephul. During this meet he highlighted the significance of India-Germany relations and expressed gladness over Johann Wadephul`s visit to Bengaluru, suggesting that both nations have immense potential for cooperation in technology.

Earlier, on Monday, Trump had claimed that the business relationship between the two countries for many decades has been totally one-sided, one-sided disaster and also that they have now offered to cut their tariffs to nothing, but it`s getting late

A passenger on IndiGo`s Delhi-Kolkata flight on Monday was handed over to the security for unruly behaviour after he was found to be misbehaving with the cabin crew and disturbing fellow passengers. It said IndiGo maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of disruptive or abusive conduct and remains committed

The rupee is expected to trade in the range of 87.5-88.5 against the US dollar in the near term, while strong macroeconomic fundamentals are likely to support the domestic currency in the long run, according to a report released by Bank of Baroda. The currency declined by 0.7 per cent in August.

The 56th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting is underway in the national capital, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.The relevance of the meeting grew after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address, hinted at a big reform of GST, calling it a major step ahead of the festival season.

United States killed 11 people in a deadly military strike against an alleged drug boat linked to the Venezuelan. State Department has designated Tren de Aragua, which originated in Venezuela, as a foreign terrorist organisation. US military was deploying more than 4,000 Marines and sailors to the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean.

A landslide in Tarasin village, Central Darfur, Sudan, killed an estimated 1,000 people after days of heavy rainfall, leaving only one survivor. The disaster destroyed the village entirely, and aid access is limited due to ongoing civil war and fighting in the Marrah Mountains region.

Former US NSA Jake Sullivan alleged that President Donald Trump jeopardised US-India relations due to Pakistans willingness to engage with Trumps family. Sullivan warned that Trumps actions could undermine global trust in the US, affecting allies like Germany and Japan, amid ongoing trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi.

A flood in the Sutlej River has inundated hundreds of villages in Bahawalnagar district, Pakistan, displacing thousands and destroying homes. Breached embankments at Motianwala Pattan and Moza Azeem submerged over 100 villages and washed away nearly 10,000 acres of crops, cutting off key connecting roads and leaving residents seeking urgent relief.

Apple will release a software update for iPhone 12 across the European Union to reduce transmitter power after Brussels found the device exceeds health standards. The update follows a similar 2023 fix in France. Apple reassures users they can continue using the phone safely.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India hopes to conclude a bilateral trade agreement with the US by fall or November 2025. Five negotiation rounds have been held, with geopolitical issues slightly delaying talks. The pact aims to more than double bilateral trade to 500 billion dollar by 2030.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that 10 semiconductor projects worth over 18 billion are underway as India advances to the next phase of its Semiconductor Mission. Speaking at Semicon India 2025, he said the global chip market will cross 1 trillion, and India is poised to play a significant role with its innovation, talent, and trusted eco

This edit is focussed on not who has left or who has not, but what has been left behind. By the time you read this, you will know what exactly has been the fallout of the Manoj Jarange and Maratha agitation, after the Bombay High Court order asking the leader and his protesters to leave.

TVFs Court Kacheri is a small-town legal drama that explores family, nepotism, and rural life through authentic storytelling. With Pawan Malhotra, Ashish Verma, and Puneet Batra leading the cast, the five-episode series highlights everyday struggles while showcasing TVFs hallmark of fresh talent and rooted narratives.

Like in 2010, when Delhi won by showcasing cultural vistas and sporting connections for crucial votes, hopefully, the bidding delegation for 2030 Commonwealth Games will contain ex-sportspersons with a connection to the voting countries

With heavy rains lashing North India, the Yamuna River in Delhi crossed the safety mark of 206 metres for the first time this year. The water level was recorded at 206.03 metres at the Old Railway Bridge, which has been closed to traffic. Authorities have begun evacuating people from low-lying areas as discharges from Hathnikund and Wazirabad

The members of the naval, military or air forces of India entering or exiting India on duty and the family members of any such person, when accompanying such a person on a government transport, will also not be required to carry a passport or visa, according to an order issued by the MHA

My objective was to give justice to the Maratha community. My government was always focused on the welfare of Marathas and I will continue to work for all communities in Maharashtra, be it Marathas or OBCs, the CM Fadnavis said

Kate Carey, who is the deputy head of the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Afghanistan, said more than 420 health facilities had closed or were suspended due to the massive reduction in funding, with 80 of them in the eastern region, the heart of Sunday`s quake

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said it firmly believes that the integration of transgender persons into society is not just a legal or institutional responsibility, but a moral imperative

During a discussion on the motion condemning alleged attacks on Bengali-speaking migrants in BJP-ruled states, Adhikari stood up and interrupted Education Minister Bratya Basu for allegedly making `defamatory` remarks about the Indian Army

The upcoming next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms will further simplify tax processes and reduce compliance burdens, particularly for small businesses, says Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a preliminary investigation into the Dharmasthala case in Karnataka, focusing on alleged dubious foreign funding linked to communal conspiracies. The probe under FEMA will examine NGOs and stakeholders, with further action if violations are found, as BJP demands a wider investigation