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Sensex, Nifty end lower as Iran-Hormuz tensions weigh on investor sentiment

The Sensex declined 171.72 points, or 0.22 per cent, to settle at 77,369.11, while the Nifty fell 32.95 points, or 0.14 per cent, to close at 24,219.05.

24 Aug 2026 5:01 pm
Govt removes export curbs on wheat flour, maida, semolina

The government has removed export restrictions on wheat flour, maida, semolina (rava), wholemeal atta and resultant atta, shifting them from the prohibited to the free export category. The restrictions were introduced in 2022 to protect domestic food security and control rising prices amid global supply disruptions following the Russia-Ukraine conflic

24 Aug 2026 3:56 pm
Claude down? Users report partial outage issue, 'Downgraded performance of my Claude Max bill'

Anthropic acknowledged the disruption and said it had identified the cause and was working to restore normal service. Several Claude models were reportedly affected, while developers also faced failed API requests and intermittent access. The company had not provided a timeline for full recovery or confirmed the cause of the outage at the time of publication.

24 Aug 2026 3:54 pm
Illegal imports of Wegovy, Mounjaro more than triple in South Korea

Authorities detected 4,155 illegal import cases between January and June, compared with 1,189 cases throughout 2025. Most cases involved international mail shipments, while hundreds were linked to travellers carrying the medicines.

24 Aug 2026 3:52 pm
Banking services likely to be hit as employees' unions call four-day nationwide strike, next month

The unions are demanding a five-day working week, withdrawal of the performance-linked incentive system and resolution of pending wage and pension-related issues. The UFBU has also warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if its demands are not addressed. ATM and digital banking services may continue depending on individual banks.

24 Aug 2026 3:20 pm
New SIM rules come into effect that blocks excess mobile connections

New SIM card rules came into effect in India on Monday, limiting individuals to nine mobile connections, or six in Jammu and Kashmir, Assam and the North-East. Telecom operators must block excess connections and move to real-time checks by November 30, 2026.

24 Aug 2026 3:19 pm
Ayodhya Temple Trust releases visuals of Ram Lalla on 'Jhula' during Sawan celebrations

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has shared captivating visuals from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, showcasing Ram Lalla seated on a beautifully decorated swing during the Sawan celebrations. The temple has taken on a festive and devotional atmosphere, with traditional Kajri songs being performed before the deity

24 Aug 2026 2:00 pm
Onion Prices Jump Up To 40% In A Week, Check Latest Rates In Major Cities

Onion prices have surged up to 40 percent in a week, with retail rates reaching Rs 50-60 per kg in major cities as delayed crop arrivals tighten supplies.

24 Aug 2026 2:00 pm
Rishabh Pant's 95M Six Damages Solar Panel On Colombo Stadium Roof

Rishabh Pant smashed Lahiru Kumara for a huge 95m six at SSC Stadium in Colombo, sending the ball onto the roof. The six landed on a solar panel in spectacular fashion with broadcast showing the extent of damage. The shot was impressive given Pant had to retire hurt playing the same shot on Day 1 of the IND vs SL 1st Test.

24 Aug 2026 1:58 pm
Sensex, Nifty open higher as crude oil prices fall up to 2%

Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Monday, supported by gains in IT stocks, with Infosys and HCL Technologies among the top performers. The Sensex rose 0.27% while the Nifty gained 0.18%. However, elevated crude oil prices, West Asia tensions and volatility concerns limited the market's early gains

24 Aug 2026 1:56 pm
ED raids IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar's Bengaluru residence in KPSC recruitment case

The probe involves allegations that candidates seeking veterinary officer posts were asked to pay bribes of Rs 70 lakh to Rs 80 lakh. Kumar, who served as KPSC Controller of Examinations until March, was not present during the search as he had reportedly travelled to Uttar Pradesh due to his father's illness.

24 Aug 2026 1:56 pm
Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' titled 'Drishyam The Conclusion'

Ajay Devgn's much-awaited Drishyam 3 has been officially titled 'Drishyam: The Conclusion', signalling the possible final chapter of the crime-thriller franchise. The makers unveiled the title along with a poster featuring Devgn, while confirming the film's theatrical release for October 2, 2026.

24 Aug 2026 11:16 am
'Chhatron Ki Goonj': Rahul Gandhi calls out 'Manusmriti mindset', urges women to challenge patriarchy

He criticised what he described as the Manusmriti mindset for keeping women under male control and questioned societal restrictions on women's independence, education, employment and ambitions. Gandhi also took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on the Jantar Mantar protests.

24 Aug 2026 11:16 am
Anushka Ranjan and Aditya Seal welcome twins, name them Vira and Mahi; Kiara Advani, Alia Bhatt bless newborn babies

Anushka Ranjan and Aditya Seal welcomed twin daughters, Vira and Mahi Ranjan Seal, on August 23, 2026. The couple shared the happy news on Instagram.

24 Aug 2026 11:14 am
Introducing Babban Babua, Birju Lohar, Bhairav Singh Karnawat, and Mumtaz Bibi from 'Mirzapur: The Movie' New Posters Out Now

Welcome Ravi Kishan as Babban Babua, Mohitt Malik as Birju Lohar, Sushant Singh as Bhairav Singh Karnawat, and Sonal Chauhan as Mumtaz Bibi from Mirzapur: The Movie! New Posters Out Now!

24 Aug 2026 11:13 am
Invest 5,000 Monthly In This LIC Policy, Here's What You Could Get Till Age 100

LIC Jeevan Umang offers whole-life cover and annual survival benefits after premiums end. Here's how a Rs 5,000 monthly premium example could work.

24 Aug 2026 11:12 am
Govt mandates disclosure of sterilisation facility licence number on medical device labels

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has mandated medical device manufacturers that outsource sterilisation to mention the licence number of the sterilisation facility on their device labels.

23 Aug 2026 10:45 pm
Onam 2026: 5 places to enjoy a traditional Sadya in Bengaluru

A Sadya is a traditional Kerala vegetarian meal served on a banana leaf, featuring an elaborate spread of curries, vegetables, pickles, chips, rice and payasams. This year, several restaurants across Bengaluru are putting their own spin on the festive meal while retaining its traditional flavours.

23 Aug 2026 10:44 pm
Onam 2026: 8 Traditions and Rituals Behind Kerala's Biggest Festival

From the elaborate Onasadya and colourful pookalams to the excitement of Vallam Kali and Pulikali, Onam brings together Kerala's food, folklore, art and traditions. The festival continues to be a celebration of community, prosperity, generosity and togetherness, with the story of King Mahabali remaining at its heart.

23 Aug 2026 10:42 pm
Kishtwar Tribal Girl's Death: Demand Grows for Action Against Those Who Tried to Hush Up Heinous Crime

A six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the alleged sexual assault, illegal termination of pregnancy and death of a 12-year-old tribal girl and her stillborn child in Kishtwar's Chatroo. Meanwhile, the Tribal Gujjar Bakarwal Welfare Foundation has demanded protection for the victim's family and strict action against those allegedly attempting to hush up the case.

23 Aug 2026 9:42 pm
'Tariff Shock' Hits J&K: 6.83% Power Hike Triggers Political Storm Over 200 Units Free Power Promise

The JERC's decision to raise electricity tariffs in Jammu and Kashmir by an average 6.83 per cent from September 1 has triggered a political storm, with opposition parties accusing the National Conference government of betraying its promise of 200 units of free electricity. BJP, Apni Party, Peoples Conference and PDP leaders have criticised the hike, while trade bodies have warned that it could add to the financial burden on consumers and further strain the region's economy.

23 Aug 2026 9:41 pm
Raksha Bandhan 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Purnima Tithi and Bhadra timings

For 2026, the Raksha Bandhan thread ceremony time is from 5:57 AM to 9:48 AM in New Delhi, according to Drik Panchang. The Purnima Tithi begins at 9:08 AM on August 27 and ends at 9:48 AM on August 28.

23 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Kriti Sanon looks sensuous in bralette-style blouse for Raksha Bandhan ad; fans call it disrespectful, vulgar

Kriti Sanon was featured in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement. She wore an off-white bralette-style blouse paired with a cape and a draped skirt. The modern outfit drew criticism from some social media users, who questioned her choice for the festive campaign.

23 Aug 2026 9:40 pm
Food Authority Cracks Down On Nestle, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola And More; 150 Notices Issued

In the past few months, the FSSAI said it has taken action against various food business operators (FBOs) for serious violations of its laws and regulations.

23 Aug 2026 9:36 pm
Gaganyaan to Venus mission, ISRO gears up for next space exploration phase

The Gaganyaan programme, with a revised outlay of Rs 20,193 crore, plans eight missions, including an uncrewed test targeted for Q4 2026 and a crewed mission by 2027. India is also developing the five-module Bharatiya Antariksh Station, with the first module planned for 2028 and the station targeted for operation by 2035

23 Aug 2026 9:35 pm
Q1 earnings, US-Iran tensions likely to drive Dalal Street next week

. The Nifty rose 0.53% to 24,334.30, while the Sensex gained 0.75% to close at 78,151.45. More than 250 companies are expected to announce Q1 FY27 results, with investors closely watching demand, margins, capital expenditure and growth outlook

23 Aug 2026 9:34 pm
Punjab Arms Smuggling Module Busted Amid NIA Probe Into Pakistan-Australia Drone Arms Drop

Punjab Police has busted an alleged arms-smuggling module in Amritsar, arresting two suspects and recovering 10 sophisticated pistols, magazines and live ammunition. The action comes amid an NIA probe into suspected Pakistani and Australian links to a June drone-based arms drop near the Punjab border in June this year.

23 Aug 2026 9:33 pm
Iran in 'all-out' economic, military, security war: President Pezeshkian

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed the latest US economic pressure as a recurring form of ullying and urged Washington to engage respectfully with Iran. Meanwhile, senior security official Mohsen Rezaei warned neighbouring countries against joining the US economic pressure campaign, saying Tehran could consider such states enemies.

23 Aug 2026 9:31 pm
Centre asks states to help in speeding up switch from LPG to PNG by households

States have been asked to appoint a district-level nodal officer to work with PNG Coordination Committees and assist with consumer outreach, housing society permissions, LPG-to-PNG transitions and grievance resolution

23 Aug 2026 9:30 pm
Keep calm, your angry face is their 'content': Delhi Police dos and don'ts post-Jantar Mantar

The Delhi Police has remained at the centre of controversies as the national capital continues to see massive protests. Several actions and reactions of the police personnel have been caught on camera and gone viral in this age of social media and memes, specially after the Jantar Mantar protests. To counter this, the police department has issued guidelines on how personnel must conduct themselves in public.

23 Aug 2026 12:42 pm
Four injured as sound system collapses at Yash's 'Toxic' pre-release event in Hyderabad

Two students were injured after a sound system or floodlight pole collapsed during Yash's Toxic event in Hyderabad. Several people had reportedly climbed onto the structure. Yash had urged them to get down and later repeatedly asked whether they were safe. According to reports, the sound box, or floodlight box, allegedly crashed onto students standing near the stage.

23 Aug 2026 12:18 pm
VIDEO: Panic, Chaos As Ganesh Idol Falls On Devotees During Bhuleshwarcha Raja Procession In Mumbai; 2 Dead, 5 Injured

Two people were killed and five others injured after the Bhuleshwarcha Raja Ganesh idol reportedly lost balance and fell on devotees during an arrival procession in Mumbai's Bhuleshwar late Saturday night. Viral visuals showed panic as devotees rushed to rescue those trapped beneath the idol. Authorities are investigating the cause and safety arrangements.

23 Aug 2026 12:16 pm
Mouni Roy offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath during Sawan

Bollywood actress Mouni Roy visited the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi during the holy month of Sawan and shared glimpses of her spiritual trip on Instagram. She explored the streets of Varanasi in a rickshaw with a friend and expressed her happiness after having darshan of Lord Shiva, while also joking about missing her flight.

23 Aug 2026 12:14 pm
Ethanol blending decision hurting common people, disrupting sugar supply: Ashok Gehlot

Gehlot claimed that diverting sugarcane towards ethanol production has affected sugar availability and contributed to a rise in sugar prices.

23 Aug 2026 12:13 pm
NIA Raids 5 Locations in Kupwara, Anantnag Over Suspected OGW and Drug-Terror Nexus

The NIA on Saturday conducted simultaneous searches at five locations in Kupwara and Anantnag districts of J&K as part of an ongoing probe into a suspected Over Ground Worker (OGW) network and possible links between drug trafficking and terror financing. The searches led to the seizure of electronic devices, including a mobile phone, as investigators examined suspected links to the wider terror-support network.

22 Aug 2026 11:37 pm
2019 Pulwama Attack Case: Special NIA Court Rejects Bail Plea of Accused Insha Jan

The Special NIA Court in Jammu has rejected the bail plea of Insha Jan, an accused in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack case, observing that the charges against her appeared prima facie true. The court also cited the bar on bail under Section 43-D(5) of the UAPA and expressed concern over the possibility of influencing key witnesses.

22 Aug 2026 8:03 pm
'Will step down if financial irregularities are proven': Bar Council chief

His remarks came after BCI Co-Chairman YR Sadasiva Reddy sought his resignation, citing concerns over transparency in appointments, Council funds, alleged donations from law colleges and the NALSAR controversy.

22 Aug 2026 8:03 pm
DGGI busts clandestine pan masala, tobacco manufacturing network; tax evasion of Rs 185 crore detected

ax evasion involving GST, HSNS Cess and Central Excise duty has been estimated at around Rs 185 crore. The proprietor of the manufacturing firm was arrested on August 19 and remanded to judicial custody, while the investigation continues.

22 Aug 2026 2:34 pm
'One Bhaiya called me Chinese': Arunachal girl explains viral 'I am Indian' video

A young girl from Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, has gone viral after firmly responding to someone who called her Chinese because of her appearance. Karga Tinkle Gongo said she was hurt by the comment and told the person to call her Indian instead

22 Aug 2026 2:25 pm
Iran-US war: Trump steps up economic pressure as Strait of Hormuz remains at centre of deadlock

It is better that we bring the war to an end now as we are in a position of power and dignity, and the whole world acknowledges our victory and emphasises that America has attacked our schools, hospitals and infrastructure in violation of all regulations and is hated around the world, he said in a meeting with doctors.

22 Aug 2026 2:24 pm
Gold, Silver Rate Today: What Are The 24K, 22K Prices In Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru On Aug 21

Gold prices staged a sharp recovery in India on Friday, while silver also surged as investors moved towards precious metals amid a weaker US dollar. According to the Bullions website, gold was priced at Rs 1,59,870 per 10 grams and silver at Rs 2,44,410 per kg.

21 Aug 2026 11:50 pm
IndiGo website faces disruption again, passengers report booking issues

IndiGo's website faced another technical disruption on Friday, affecting passengers trying to book flights, complete web check-ins and access other online services. Some users also reported problems with the airline's mobile app.

21 Aug 2026 11:49 pm
Sensex ends flat, Nifty gains marginally as oil surge, US-Iran tensions weigh

The Sensex gained just 3.11 points to settle at 77,540.83, while the Nifty edged up 20.15 points, or 0.08 per cent, to close at 24,252.00.oth benchmarks declined for the second consecutive week, while mid- and small-cap stocks showed resilience.

21 Aug 2026 11:47 pm
CBI files another charge sheet in RCom case over Rs 971 crore loss to SBI

The CBI alleged that Jhunjhunwala was part of a conspiracy to fraudulently obtain a Rs 1,200 crore term loan for RCom and Reliance Infratel, which was not repaid.

21 Aug 2026 11:28 pm
Italy PM Giorgia Meloni's Page In Class 6 General Knowledge Book Goes Viral

A viral video shows a Class 6 GK book featuring Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, prompting a humorous reaction: Bhai saab! Chapter hai inka GK ka. The page highlights her political journey, achievements and rise as Italy's first woman PM.

21 Aug 2026 11:21 pm
Tukaram Mundhe's SoBo Crackdown: McDonald's Colaba Licence Suspended in Mumbai

The outlet had submitted a 148-page compliance report claiming that earlier deficiencies had been addressed, but an August 19 reinspection found that 18 of the 20 violations remained unresolved. The FDA also took action against the Bombay Presidency Radio Club following a separate inspection that found hygiene and food-safety lapse

21 Aug 2026 10:57 pm
Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine to Go Cashless in Counting Room: Machines to Replace Manual Counting in 15 Days

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board is set to replace manual counting of devotees' cash offerings with cash recycler machines at the shrine in Katra. Two machines have already been installed, with six more being added, and manual counting is expected to end within 15 days to improve transparency, security and efficiency.

21 Aug 2026 10:57 pm
Spirit controversy: Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother Pranay claims Deepika Padukone demanded 10% profit share, leaked story details

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother Pranay has claimed that Deepika Padukone demanded a 10 per cent share of Spirit's profits during negotiations, apart from seeking an eight-hour workday. He also alleged that confidential details about the film's story and character were leaked during the dispute.

21 Aug 2026 10:55 pm
India's Forex Reserves Rise $9.9 Billion To $716.9 Billion

India's forex reserves rose $9.9 billion to $716.9 billion for the week ended August 14, boosted by higher foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

21 Aug 2026 10:54 pm
Mirza Fakhrul takes oath as 23rd President of Bangladesh

The election was notable as Bangladesh's first contested presidential election in more than three decades, ending a practice of Presidents being elected unopposed since 1991. Fakhrul, a long-serving BNP Secretary General, has been one of the party's most prominent leaders and served as its effective number two for more than 15 years.

21 Aug 2026 10:54 pm