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China is building the worlds largest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpothe river that enters India as the Siang and becomes the Brahmaputra. The estimated $167 billion project will comprise five cascade stations, with about 60 GW of capacity and annual generation approaching 300 billion kWh. But can China actually stop Indias water? Not entirely. Hydrological research shows the Brahmaputra becomes dramatically larger inside India as monsoon-fed tributaries such as the Dibang, Lohit and Su

Jennifer Hegseths appointment as chairwoman of the first-ever Military Spouse Commission has sparked fresh scrutiny over her qualifications and revived attention on Pete Hegseths reported marital history. Reports have resurfaced allegations involving multiple extramarital relationships and the timeline of Pete and Jennifer Hegseths relationship. The claims remain reported allegations and should not be treated as independently established facts. The controversy now puts Jennifers new government r

Jharkhand's JPSC-JSSC student agitation witnessed a fresh flashpoint on Independence Day as JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto was allegedly stopped from joining a Tiranga Yatra at Ranchi's Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. Mahto, who is on the 14th day of an indefinite hunger strike, questioned the heavy police deployment outside his hospital room. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Hemant Soren promised transparent recruitment examinations and highlighted the Chhatron Ki Baat Chhatron Ke Sath initiative. Stude

Irans Intelligence Ministry claims two French diplomats were discovered at a secret meeting point while agents were arresting suspects in an alleged foreign-infiltration operation. Tehran says recovered documents indicate a broader French-backed project to establish covert contacts and build networks inside Iran. It has demanded an explanation from Paris and warned that any repeat will trigger an appropriate response. France had not publicly addressed the specific allegations at the time of Iran

Donald Trumps Golden Dome project is moving toward space, with the US Space Force developing a constellation of orbital interceptors intended to engage ballistic, hypersonic and cruise missiles. An initial demonstration is planned for 2028, backed by contracts potentially worth $3.2 billion. A Russian expert has also warned about a possible eight-megawatt orbital laser, although that claim remains speculative. Armed platforms in orbit could become military targets and accelerate a wider space-ar

Five people were shot outside residence halls at Virginia State University, prompting an hours-long campus lockdown and a search for multiple suspects. One victim remains in critical condition, while four others suffered injuries that authorities say are not life-threatening. The lockdown has been lifted, but police remain on campus as local, federal and regional agencies investigate. The shooting occurred shortly before the beginning of the new academic term. Watch.

President Trump is facing fierce backlash after repeatedly talking about the young, beautiful girls he says he encounters at the White House. The 80-year-old President made the bizarre remarks during a law-and-order event with New York police officers, prompting a wave of criticism online. Social-media users called Trump creepy, accused him of giving off major pedo vibes, and questioned why he repeatedly emphasized the womens age and appearance. Watch the viral moment and the internets explosive

The International Puppet Fringe Festival is bringing the art of puppetry from around the world to New Yorks Lower East Side. Celebrating its fourth edition at the Clemente Puerto Rican Latino Cultural Center, the festival features puppet theatre, film exhibitions, performances and artwork. Puppeteer Jana Zeller explains how puppetry creates a unique connection between artists, audiences and the world around them.

PV Sindhu and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty step up preparations as India gear up for the BWF World Championships.

Indias nets session in Galle offered major clues about the Playing XI, with Manav and Prasidh Krishna emerging as potential picks for Shubman Gills side.

The Mahindra BE6 Sporteq delivers an exciting drift show on the occasion of Indias Independence Day.

Take a quick first look at the Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler pickup, set to launch in April 2027 with an expected price below Rs 19.7 lakh.

Mahindra has unveiled the Scorpio Lifestyler Valley Edition, adding a new variant to its upcoming pickup truck lineup.

The Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Reef Edition has been showcased, offering a new take on the upcoming pickup truck.

Actor Aamir Khan was spotted with his furry companion outside a pet clinic.

Rekha and Pankaj Tripathi join the crowd in singing Jana Gana Mana as the Tricolour is raised in Melbourne on Independence Day

Anupam Kher extends Independence Day wishes and reflects on growing up alongside independent India, recalling stories of the freedom struggle and sacrifices from his family.

Pankaj Tripathi receives the Artist of Distinction Award at IFFM 2026 and shares a memorable moment with the audience while expressing gratitude for the honour.

Govinda is spotted with actress Komal Rani Swarnkar at an airport amid ongoing rumours and speculation about their relationship.

Sunita Ahuja reacts to reports about Govindas alleged association with Komal Rani Swarnkar after the two were spotted together at an airport.

Is Donald Trump planning to seal a secret pact with Vladimir Putin minus Europe to end the Ukraine war? European nations including France, Germany and Britain are concerned that Trump could shunt them out and hold talks with his Russian counterpart. According to media reports, there is little indication that Putin is ready for serious negotiations for ending the war that began in 2022. The Europeans expect that any negotiation with Russia over Ukraine would be led by the United States, and as Ru

Over 50% of renter families in America struggle with exorbitant housing costs, largely due to a chronic shortage of available homes that maintains high rental prices nationwide. Lower-income families bear the brunt of these escalating expenses, as zoning limitations and regulatory challenges obstruct new construction initiatives. Experts anticipate that upcoming housing legislation could eventually influence market pricing dynamics.

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla alleging that the Nadia district administration tried to force her out of a Circuit House in Krishnanagar late at night. Moitra claims she was allotted a room, served food and later asked to vacate, while a crowd allegedly gathered outside and shouted slogans. She says the incident raises serious concerns about the safety and dignity of women MPs. Moitra is considering a privilege motion and possible legal action. TMC, Congress and Sa

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Russia has intensified its strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea ports, claiming to have destroyed military equipment depots, weapons warehouses, and fuel storage facilities in Odesa and Yuzhny. Meanwhile, Ukraine has continued its long-range campaign inside Russia, with drone attacks reported in the Moscow region and a major missile attack targeting the Samara region.Russian officials say air defenses intercepted multiple drones over Moscow, but casualties were reported, including a critically injured

Russia has officially sent an inquiry to the US State Department over alleged American involvement in Ukrainian strikes deep inside Russian territory. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Moscow is seeking clarification on possible US intelligence support and insists the move is not an ultimatum but a request for answers.In this video, we break down Lavrov's latest remarks, Russia's accusations against Washington, the ongoing drone attacks on Russian territory, Russia's reported strikes o

New court documents have alleged that Playboy founder Hugh Hefner repeatedly contacted the FBI in 2005 after former Playmate Audra Christiansen reported serious allegations involving Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit claims Christiansen was not contacted by the FBI until October 2020, about 15 years later. The case, brought by Epstein survivors, accuses the government of failing to properly act on early warnings. The FBI disputes liability and has moved to dismiss the lawsuit as the legal battle cont

Martha Stewarts remarks about meeting Meghan Markle at a California dinner have sparked a fresh controversy around the Duchess of Sussex. Stewart also questioned Meghans transition from actress to princess to lifestyle personality. An anonymous source claiming to have attended the dinner has disputed Stewarts account of their conversation, while commentators are now questioning whether the response made a minor celebrity anecdote into a much bigger Harry and Meghan story.

President Donald Trump is facing fresh controversy after making repeated remarks about young, beautiful girls during a law-and-order rally with New York police officers. In this video, we break down exactly what Trump said, the context behind his comments, the political reactions, and why the speech has gone viral across social media and major news outlets.We also examine Trump's claims about crime in Washington, D.C., the response from critics, and how the remarks are being interpreted by polit

At the BWF World Championships in Delhi, starting from Monday, the biggest challenge may not come from the opponent across the net. Drafts, heat and humidity could prove decisive as the world's best adapt to tricky conditions.

OpenAI has decided to discontinue its plans for implementing recycled water cooling at its Sydney data center due to regulatory hurdles that hindered the necessary pipeline's construction. Consequently, the facility will adopt a more energy-intensive closed-loop liquid cooling system. This transition comes amidst Sydney's growing demand for data centers. Notably, the S7 data center is projected to generate thousands of jobs during its construction phase.

India began their FIH Hockey World Cup campaign with a strong 3-1 victory over Wales. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals, leading the team's dominant performance. Sanjay opened the scoring for India in the eighth minute of the match. Wales managed to pull one goal back late in the game. India secured three points from their opening Pool D fixture.

Perez Hiltons family is reportedly keeping him away from the disturbing TikTok livestream that preceded his hospitalization, as they try to protect him from reliving what a source described as his lowest moment. According to a Daily Mail source who has known Hilton for nearly 20 years, the 48-year-old blogger wants to see the footage but currently has no access to electronic devices. Hilton remains hospitalized after the August 4 incident at his Miami home, following reports of alleged self-harm

Virginia State University experienced a lockdown early Saturday following a shooting incident. Multiple suspects were involved, and several individuals sustained injuries near the Quad Annexes. Campus police confirmed that victims were transported to local hospitals for necessary medical treatment. Both university and county police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting event. Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding the suspects or the injured

Indian-American entrepreneur Vishal Garg has been ousted as Better Home & Finance CEO. The company cited concerns about his judgment and credibility after significant losses. Garg's removal follows his controversial 2021 mass layoff of 900 employees. He is now seeking to regain his position and is offering to work for one dollar annually. Better's market value has significantly decreased since its pandemic-era peak.

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India is accelerating its military drone push with two Defence Ministry contracts worth 1,577 crore for loitering munitions and associated equipment. Tata Advanced Systems and Nibe Limited will supply the systems under the Buy Indian scheme, strengthening the Armys precision-strike capabilities. The Army plans to induct tens of thousands of indigenous unmanned systems over the next five years, including drone swarms, FPV strike drones, surveillance platforms and long-range loitering munitions. W

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A fresh political controversy has erupted after a video from the Congress Independence Day programme appeared to show Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi making gestures during the rendition of Vande Mataram. Critics alleged the Congress leaders were signalling for the National Song to be stopped. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh rejected the claim, saying the full version was sung and the gesture was about arranging a chair for Kharge. The row comes amid a wider political battle over Van