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Neeraj Chopra will compete at the Lausanne Diamond League as he looks to strengthen his position in the race for qualification to the Diamond League Final and the Ultimate Athletics Championships in Budapest.

Insidious: Out of the Further opened in Indian cinemas on Friday, August 21, adding another title to an already busy theatrical slate. The American horror film arrived as Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2 continue their runs at the box office. Meanwhile, Prithviraj Sukumarans Khalifa entered its second day after releasing on August 20. The Vysakh-directed action thriller got off to a stronger start on its opening day, but its Friday collections saw a decline.

As part of the inspection drive to know how many taxi drivers in Maharashtra know Marathi language, the Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) on Friday issued notices to 1,499 non-Marathi-speaking auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers across Maharashtra...

TV actor Arjun Bijlani was involved in a car accident while returning from a promotional event for Chumbak Colony. The actor confirmed the incident on Friday, August 21, and assured fans that he and everyone...

A major train accident was narrowly averted in UPs Mahoba on Friday as the Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 26505), en route from Khajuraho to Varanasi, collided with a bull that suddenly strayed onto the tracks near the Kidari railway crossing. The impact of the accident damaged the front section of the train, forcing a brief halt. However, all passengers remained safe during the accident.

Kannada actor Radhika Pandit celebrated Varamahalakshmi with her children, daughter Ayra and son Yatharv, at their Bengaluru home. She shared pictures from the celebrations on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of the familys festive moments. Yash...

The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh is preparing a major security measure ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. As part of the arrangements, around 44 prominent political leaders, including Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav...

Myanmar's military carried out an airstrike on a Buddhist monastery in the central Sagaing region on Friday, killing 14 people who were attending a week-long meditation retreat, according to an opposition group and a local resident. The incident has added to growing concerns over civilian casualties linked to air operations in the conflict-hit country. The strike took place at around 9 am (local time) in Swel Le Oh village in Myaung township, located nearly 75 kilometres west of Mandalay -- Myan

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani has expressed deep concern over the implementation of the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act 2026, alleging that several provisions of the legislation are contrary to the constitutional guarantees...

Amid concerns over food safety violations, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday suspended the licences of the Bombay Presidency Radio Club and a McDonald's outlet in south Mumbai along with 12 other food establishments across the state for alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms.

Ektaa R Kapoor and Amar Butala are collaborating on a new horror-comedy, Hero Ki Horrorine, which will be directed by Sajid Khan.The makers are bringing together supernatural elements, comedy and romance for what is positioned as a theatrical entertainer.

BMW just rolled out the X1 LWB in India, adding another long-wheelbase option to its lineup and aiming straight at first-time premium buyers. The company has set the introductory price at Rs 49.9 lakh (ex-showroom), and they're building this model right at their Chennai plant.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday inaugurated Chaupal2026 under the Chief Minister's Udyamshala Yojana at the Mukhya Sevak Sadan located at the Chief Minister's Camp Office. On the occasion, he said that more...

Dhurandhar actor Arjun Rampal and his longtime partner Gabriella Demetriades registered their marriage in Goa on Friday. The couple completed the formalities at the Sub-Registrar's office in Mapusa, North Goa, in the presence of close friends.

Delhi Police to register FIR on pellet gun complaint as Rahul Gandhi stages dharna outside police station

The 18-year-old teenager stood on the edge of a hill in Maharashtra and prompted his parents and others to spend nearly three hours trying to persuade him to move to safety. However, he said he...

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the NEET UG provisional round one seat allotment result. The candidates can check and download MCC NEET UG round one allotment list PDF on the official website - mcc.nic.in . Candidates who find discrepancies in the allotment list can report it to the MCC by August 21 through the Query Redressal System.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for the identification of 'dimaagi Naxals', referring to people with Maoist mindset, saying such persons have established themselves in the corridors of power and they to be isolated...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort on August 15, called on political parties to ensure 33% representation for women in State Legislative Assemblies and the Lok Sabha. He...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the crowd in the Independence Day speech and outlined the various goals that the country is looking forward to in the sports sector. Setting an ambitious target for India in...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, unveiled the'Saptadhara' reforms or the seven streams of India's strength that, according to him, will power the...

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Mark Rydell, best known for directing On Golden Pond, has died at the age of 97. The news of the veteran director's death has left fans and the film industry in deep shock....

PM Narendra Modi's Independence Day turbans through the years: From 2026 back to 2014

In yet another outreach to the Gen Zs days after the country witnessed a massive youth-led protest over NEET paper leak, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that around one crore youth will be given training in artificial intelligence (AI) skills in the next one year. He also announced free online coaching for the students for various exams.

India and Sri Lanka are all set to take on each other in the first Test of the upcoming two-game Test series. The teams will take on each other at the Galle International Stadium for...

Reiterating that India cannot remain dependent on other countries to become 'atmanibhar' (self-reliant), Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that the country has turned 'no-go areas' into 'go-ahead areas', while stressing that the nation's energy security needs to be strengthened.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on August 15 as India marked its 80th Independence Day. The ceremony carried a special significance this year, with the National...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India's transformation over the past decade demonstrates that the country's vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047 is both achievable and inevitable.

For Bollywood actress Dia Mirza, working on the Netflix series, Operation Safed Sagar, offered an opportunity to look beyond the soldier at the people who continue to hold families and homes together while their loved...

Paying tributes to India's freedom fighters as the country celebrates its 80th Independence Day , Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that people must stay united and continue working hard to help the nation realise the dream of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He said the world's outlook towards India has completely changed, as he pushed for initiatives like 'Vocal for Local' and making the country 'Atmanirbhar' (self-reliant).

The stage is set for the beginning of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka. The two sides will take on each other across two Test matches, with the first one kicking off at...

India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day on August 15 with patriotic fervour, elaborate ceremonies and heightened security arrangements across the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading the national celebrations from the Red Fort...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his greetings to the country on the occasion of 80th Independence Day and paid tributes to India's freedom fighters, saying their dreams will continue inspiring the nation to...

Google has recently unleashed a new set of Pixel devices globally, and now the tech giant is ready to drop its screenless Fitbit Air in India. The launch is scheduled for October 2026, adding a fresh option to its wearable lineup beyond just the Pixel Watch 5. Globally, the Fitbit Air wearable first showed up back in May 2026. It is reportedly built for people who want around-the-clock health trackingwithout strapping on a bulky smartwatch. Lets break down what sets this one apart.

There is something about Rang De Basanti's title track that makes patriotism feel less like a slogan and more like something that lives around us. The song does not begin with grand declarations. Instead, it reaches for the soil, the wind, the breath and the blood. It takes things that are part of everyday life and turns them into images of love for the country.

Rumours and incomplete information surrounding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) have reportedly created confusion and anxiety among sections of the Muslim community in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal. The uncertainty has led to a sharp increase in the number of applications for nikah, with daily applications reportedly rising from around 30-40 to more than 200, and in some accounts reaching nearly 300. The sudden rush is being attributed to a widespread rumour that marriages between certain relatives, inclu

One dead after fire breaks out at Shahberi furniture market in Noida.

Multiple reports of sailors attempting to jump overboard from the USS Abraham Lincoln have raised concerns about the mental health and well-being of crew members during the aircraft carrier's prolonged deployment in the Middle East due to the US-Iran war .

Kannada activists and several organisations have called a statewide bandh in Karnataka today, i.e. on August 13, 2026. The bandh was announced by pro-Kannada outfits on July 31 following the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA)...

In a chilling case that police have described as a premeditated conspiracy, a 55-year-old property dealer was allegedly murdered by his wife, her lover and his associate in south Delhi's Sangam Vihar. Investigators said the...

Will the University Grants Commission (UGC)-NET answer key 2026 be released today, August 13? The National Testing Agency, NTA earlier mentioned that UGC NET answer key will be released this week, the candidates can check...

An Indian-origin teenager has been charged in Massachusetts, the United States (US), for murdering his younger brother and mother, said officials on Wednesday (local time). The teenager has been identified as 17-year-old Arjun Aravind, who is a resident of Acton.

Janhvi Kapoor's Instagram is often filled with glimpses of her stunning home, where white interiors, luxurious finishes and opulent decor come together. But behind the polished look, the Mumbai residence is also packed with family memories, personal touches and reminders of her late mother, Sridevi.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down from her position by the end of this month, US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday (local time). 28-year-old Leavitt is the youngest ever US presidential top spokesperson and has been known as a strong supporter of Trump, who has kept defending the US President fiercely media briefings.

Schools, banks, hospitals, pharmacies and public transport services will operate normally across Karnataka today despite a statewide bandh called by several Kannada organisations over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute .

A trip to Switzerland left an Air India flight attendant doing a bit of a double take after she bought what she described as a surprisingly small portion of fries. The experience prompted her to...

A statewide bandh has been called by Kannada activists and organisations in Karnataka on Thursday in protest over the release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu , with outfits blocking the interstate border between the two southern states.

While multiple reports have surfaced that Donald Trump is considering stopping all hostilities against Iran if it decides to reopen the Strait of Hormuz , a top Iranian military official has said the Middle East nation could prolong the conflict with the United States (US) until the 80-year-old Republican president is out of office.

NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique on Wednesday received a death threat. Absconding gangster Zeeshan Akhtar issued the death threat. He sent the threatening audio message just a short while ago. Zeeshan Akhtar has sent the threatening audio directly to Zeeshan Siddique. Notably, Zeeshan Siddique is currently not in India, however, after receiving the threatening audio, he informed Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti about the matter.

In a significant development, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday suspended the food business licences of four Domino's Pizza outlets in the state including three in Mumbai for alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms. The fourth outlet is located in Satara district of western Maharashtra, said the FDA headed by IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe in a statement and added that the action was part of a special drive against chain restaurants.