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Two labourers were feared dead and others injured after soil collapsed at an under-construction private hospital in Mohali on Thursday evening. Police and locals launched a rescue operation, with officials initially saying two people had been rescued and taken to hospital
The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Hezbollah, targeting 10 individuals accused of being part of a network that allegedly transfers cash for the group. The US has also redesignated Hezbollah as an Iranian proxy, citing its links to Irans IRGC-Qods Force
The US Army has directed a Europe-based airborne unit that spent nearly a year developing and testing drone warfare tactics to return to its traditional infantry role
Instagram has many intellectuals who dissect pop and Internet culture, including yours truly. But does everything need to be critiqued? Sometimes, its good to zip it, and let the trend be a trend
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A charter plane carrying eight people, including two pilots and six passengers, crashed near the remote Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site in western Alaska on Thursday
The Trump administration has expanded economic pressure on Cuba by imposing new sanctions on nine state-owned companies operating in construction, mining and metals. Washington has also tightened enforcement of restrictions on US citizens doing business with Cuba
Amid concerns over the Rs 200 fee for challenging UGC NET 2026 answer keys, the NTA said the charge is meant to discourage frivolous objections. The fee is refunded if a challenge is upheld, while a single valid objection can correct the answer key for all candidates
The Delhi High Court has held that consenting adults in a live-in relationship have the right to choose and live with a partner without interference or threats from family members or friends
A clash broke out between members of the ABVP and Left-leaning student groups at Jadavpur University early Thursday, following a dispute linked to a Faculty of Engineering and Technology Students Union meeting
The Master Plan for Delhi 2047 was unveiled on Thursday, outlining a major expansion of housing and public transport as the capital prepares for population growth
A bank employee allegedly shot dead his wife, a bank official, and his sister before shooting himself in Lucknows Gomti Nagar on Thursday afternoon
The US military has reportedly established a maritime shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, facilitating the movement of around 10 million barrels of crude oil a day despite continued tensions with Iran
India and Singapore signed two MoUs and one Letter of Intent to strengthen cooperation in maritime heritage, food safety, telecommunications, and broadcasting regulations during the 4th India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable
The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme began in Kota in Rajasthan, followed by programmes in Dehradun and Prayagraj. The Pune event will be the fourth programme under the campaign and will focus specifically on girl students
Dhananjay Deshmukh submitted a memorandum to the Inspector General of Prisons, Pune, on Wednesday, raising concerns over the alleged facilities being provided to accused Walmik Karad
During a detailed security check, CISF personnel detected two packets containing gold-like metal in powdered form. The packets were allegedly stitched and concealed at waist level inside the passengers' trousers, officials said
The trailer for Whalefall sees Austin Abrams trapped inside the belly of a giant sperm whale with just an hour of oxygen left. Based on Daniel Kraus novel, the survival thriller follows his desperate race to escape while confronting grief and his past
Salman Khan is reportedly set to team up with producer Dil Raju for a grand pan-India entertainer titled Monster, with Nayanthara said to play the female lead. The film is eyeing an Eid 2027 release, although the title, cast and project are yet to be officially announced
Prayagraj city is flooded following heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. Rambagh station is located in a low-lying area, and water has accumulated in its yard. Efforts are being made to drain the water, but it is flowing back, North Eastern Railway CPRO said
Prince Harry and Meghan are set to return to the UK without resuming their roles as working royals. From their 2018 wedding and 2020 royal exit to legal battles and recent meetings with King Charles, here is a timeline of their relationship with the royal family
Indian mixed doubles duo Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto were knocked out of the BWF World Championships 2026 after losing to China's Guo Xinwa and Chen Fanghui
Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 welcomed lyricist Prasoon Joshi and singer Sunidhi Chauhan to the hot seat with Amitabh Bachchan. Joshi reflected on their longstanding creative association, his love for Hindi and poetry, and the seasons theme, Sochna Padega
England pacers Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five wickets each against Pakistan at Leeds before cutting the match ball in half to share the record
Josh Radnor has opened up about his equation with his former How I Met Your Mother co-stars, admitting they are no longer part of his everyday life. The actor also reflected on his past dynamic with Neil Patrick Harris, explaining how their on-set tension was eventually addressed
Mutiny has the makings of a gripping Jason Statham thriller, but struggles to bring its emotional and dramatic threads to life. The film moves through familiar action territory without delivering enough impact, while its talented cast and intriguing characters are left with limited room to shine
Prithviraj Sukumarans Khalifa has received largely negative reactions on X. Audiences praised his screen presence, looks and some action blocks, but criticised the predictable story, weak writing, emotional disconnect and cameos
Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi highlights Gukesh's mental challenge against Javokhir Sindarov, previews the Chess Olympiad, and opens up about personal burnout
Anant Joshi opened up about replacing Vaibhav Raj Gupta in Gullak, admitting the audiences initial reaction created pressure. He said appreciation after the seasons release felt rewarding. Joshi also revealed the show helped his family view their everyday arguments with humour
Rajinikanths Jailer 2 song Ala Bolelo promo has sparked criticism in Kerala over the pronunciation of Malayalam lyrics. While Shamna Kasims traditional look and the song have excited fans, several viewers accused the makers of mispronouncing Malayalam words
Koffee With Karan Season 9 is reportedly set to return around Diwali, with an unverified Reddit leak revealing a star-studded guest list. The rumoured lineup includes Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ajay Devgn and others
Ranveer Singhs father Jagjit Bhavnani has submitted a plea to IMPPA challenging Excel Entertainments Rs 45 crore claim over Don 3. The association will examine the documents before deciding on the next step
A Nagpur bench comprising Justices Urmila Joshi Phalke and Raj Wakode observed that disagreements are a normal part of married life and that cruelty must be of a nature that makes it unreasonable for a couple to continue living together
Fadnavis also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's upcoming 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event in Pune, saying that, according to his information, the programme would be attended by students from colleges run by Congress leaders
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi hailed strong defence ties with India, thanking the Indian Navy for its support during a medical emergency involving a Japanese vessel. He also praised the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces after visiting Mumbai
Mumbai's Kandivali Police arrested a former bank deputy manager for allegedly stealing 610 grams of gold jewellery worth Rs 81.80 lakh from an NRI senior citizen's locker. Police cracked the case in four days and recovered the entire stolen property
Kangana Ranaut has hit back at Baba Ramdev after his remark about her youth sparked attention. Taking to social media, the actor-politician delivered a sharp response, telling him not to daydream about her jawani while addressing his comments
Mini Mathur has opened up about pregnancy bias in television, revealing she was asked to reconsider hosting Indian Idol after becoming pregnant. She again recalled losing her MTV contract as she was expecting, saying pregnant hosts were not accepted
Go Ara has become the subject of dating rumours involving BTS Suga after fans pointed to similarities in their social media posts. While speculation has gone viral online, neither star has confirmed a relationship. Heres a look at Go Aras career
Chembur Police arrested two men within an hour of a mobile shop burglary and recovered seven stolen phones worth Rs 67,000. The accused allegedly broke into IK Mobiles on Shell Colony Road by forcing open its shutter before fleeing with the phones
The CJP has prepared a 10-point audit format covering basic facilities, school administration, government schemes, safety and security, transportation, mid-day meals, accessibility, cleanliness, and overall functioning of schools
The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India posted a video of the players and officials removing their blazers at the Lord's balcony, imitating Ganguly's shirtless celebration
The decision was taken by the BCCI to ensure that more spectators can watch the September 6-10 contest, while the preliminary matches will be played as scheduled at the CoE from August 23
As Yami Gautam returns to the screens once again, this time as a witch in Nayyi Navelli, her husband and Dhrandhar filmmaker Aditya Dhar had a funny reaction to her first look from the film. Yami too had a witty response to her husband's reaction
Two people were killed and more than 20 others injured after a luxury private bus travelling from Mangaluru to Bengaluru crashed into a roadside signboard on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway in Karnatakas Mandya district
The leaseholder of Hotel Shikha Inn on Kolkatas Mirza Ghalib Street has been arrested following a devastating fire that claimed nine lives, including that of a child. Kolkata Police have also detained two hotel employees for questioning
The Indian pair registered a win by 21-16, 21-12 against the Japanese duo to seal a place in the quarter-finals of the ongoing marquee event. They will now lock horns with China's Jia Yifan and Zhang Shuxian in the quarter-finals of the BWF World Championships
In an emotional message posted on X, Rahul Gandhi also spoke about the difficulty his mother would have faced in sharing her personal story publicly, given how private she has been about her life
BTS leader RM has been indefinitely suspended from The Pixel Projects male role models list after attending a Chris Brown and Usher concert with J-Hope. The decision followed fan backlash over Browns controversial history and sparked debate about celebrity accountability
The former Congress leader had been convicted for his role in the killings of five people during violence in Delhi's Palam Colony on November 1 and 2, 1984, following the assassination of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

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