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Odisha IPS Officer Shefeen Ahamed K Dies During Treatment; CM Majhi Expresses Condolences

Shefeen Ahamed K, IPS, a 2003batch Odishacadre officer serving as Inspector General of Police, CIDCB, Odisha, passed away today while undergoing

Mohan Bhagwat Advocates for Indias Third Way to Prevent Global Conflicts

Toronto, August 31: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the need for an Indian third way to mitigate global conflicts, environmental degradation,

Shooting Incident During Late-Night Party in Ranchi Leaves One Seriously Injured

Ranchi, August 31: A shooting incident occurred late Sunday night in the Bariyatu police station area of Ranchi during a drinking party. A local

Cipla Gets Relief After Bombay HC Questions Maharashtra FDA

Bombay HC flags due-process concerns as FDA agrees to reconsider Ciplas Pune licence cancellation.

Odisha Vigilance Seizes Rs 7.29 Lakh Cash, Recovers 300g Gold From Kendujhar Labour Officer

The Odisha Vigilance department has unearthed 7.29 lakh in cash and recovered around 300 grams of gold jewellery during searches at the premises

Shocking Case of Sexual Abuse of Three-Year-Old Girl in Delhi School

New Delhi, August 31: A disturbing incident of sexual abuse involving a three-year-old girl has emerged from a school in the Bawana area of Delhi

Suresh Gopi assures steps to repatriate remains of two Keralam women allegedly murdered in US

According to their relatives, the deceased have been identified as Anjana, a native of Mudikkode in Thrissur, and Ann Mathew, a native of Kesavad

Trump's ICE eyes $2 million Robot Dogs for immigration enforcement

From Shock Gloves to Robot Dogs: ICE Expands High-Tech Enforcement Arsenal

Over 30 SCR employees assaulted on duty in five years: RTI

Hyderabad: A central government job provides financial security and stability; however, an RTI has revealed that more than 30 employees across th

Why HDFC Bank shares rose 3% today, leading Nifty 50? CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan exit, succession plans in focus

Reports suggest that the HDFC Bank board is considering former SBI Chairman Dinesh Khara as the next MD and CEO

Nifty Prediction Today August 31, 2026: Nifty futures: Slips below a support

Nifty futures (Sep) might extend the fall to 24,000

The Significance of Mahamudra in Yoga: A Path to Physical and Mental Wellness

New Delhi, August 31: In Indian tradition, yoga asanas, pranayama, and mudras hold significant importance. They not only promote physical health

Two held with 11 kg ganja worth Rs 11.38L in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Jeedimetla police on Sunday, August 30, arrested two persons, including a woman, for allegedly possessing ganja worth Rs 11.38 lak

Sensex, Nifty fall as US-Iran tensions, higher yields weigh on sentiment, HDFC Bank gains

At 9.51 am, Sensex fell 350.88points or 0.45% to 76,913.63, hitting a low of 76,869.59. Nifty 50 depreciated 140.25 points or 0.58% to 24,035.40

US Open: Kostyuk, Paolini, and Pegula Shine Amid Upsets on Day One

New York, August 31: The first day of the US Open saw most top female players secure expected victories in the singles matches. Elina Svitolina,

West Asia LIVE: Irans army says it attacked UAEs Al Minhad Air Base with drones, state TV reports

Tehran said the attack was in response to the killing of Irans Revolutionary Guards and Iranian civilians on Larak Island.

182 booked for drunk driving in Cyberabad over weekend

Hyderabad: As many as 182 motorists were booked for drunk driving in Cyberabad over the weekend during a special drive conducted on August 28 and

84.7 acres acquired, Rs 12,000 crore GDV: Max Estates makes its Delhi debut

Max Estates Enters Delhi With 84.7 Acres, Eyes Rs 12,000 Crore Development Opportunity

Data centre backlash scrambles U.S. midterm politics

Almost alone among Republicans, U.S. President Donald Trump has not moved. He still calls the industry essential to beating China on AI, leaving

Hindu Identity Defined by Respect for Diversity, Says Mohan Bhagwat

Toronto, August 31: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that Hindu identity cannot be defined by any specific language, worship method, or lifestyle.

Rupee falls 13 paise to 95.56 against US dollar in early trade

Dollar index trades marginally lower by 0.07% at 99.62

Rupee falls 13 paise to 95.56 as crude rises, Fed hike bets strengthen dollar

On Monday, the Indian rupee began its trading session lower versus the US dollar. The decline was influenced by rising crude oil prices and incre

Yosemite land swap proposal could give private developer road access through the national park

In 1934, Black cave guide sold Mammoth Cave hotel for just $3,000

Rupee falls 13 paise to 95.56 against US dollar on oil price rise, Fed bets

The rupee fell 13 paise to trade at 95.56 per US dollar on Monday morning pressured by rising crude oil prices and geopolitical strain. Forex tra

Tragic Accident on Yamuna Expressway Claims Four Lives

Noida, August 31: A tragic and severe road accident occurred last night on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in th

Augmont Enterprises shares make a strong market debut, list at 22% premium

Augmont Enterprises shares listed at 956 on the BSE, a premium of 21.32 per cent against the offer price of 168. Meanwhile, on the National Stock

Lajja Celebrates 25 Years: Jackie Shroff Shares Special Video

Mumbai, August 31: Cinema reflects society, bringing forth voices and truths that often remain suppressed. The film Lajja, released in 2001, is a

BJP thinks it is bigger than RSS; should listen to Mohan Bhagwat: Dipke

He also said that Sonam Wangchuk's statement in an interview about CJP leaders political ambition was being distorted.

Indian Navy commissions second Diving Support Vessel 'Nipun' at Mumbai Naval Dockyard

The Indian Navy commissioned its second Diving Support Vessel, Nipun, in Mumbai. This specialized vessel enhances deep-sea diving and underwater

Trump keeps teasing a third term, but is suddenly talking like a president on his way out

Donald Trump is contemplating life after his presidency, while still hinting at another campaign. He has spoken about watching his successor take

Monsoon revival in first week of September: New rain system building up

Monsoon revival in first week of September New rain system building up

Muslim law bars elder brother from selling minor siblings land: Gauhati HC

The Gauhati high court upheld a woman's land ownership acquired in 1975. The court found the sale invalid for minor shares but acknowledged prolo

RBI intervenes to limit rupees decline amid an oil spike, Fed rate worries, traders say

Rupee pushed lower amid a surge in oil prices, rising bets on a Fed rate hike and a decline in risk appetite

Celebrating 25 Years of Lajja: Jackie Shroff Shares Special Video

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300 feet tsunami at 170 kmph in 7 minutes: Explainer video about what exactly happened during Nepal Flash flood goes viral. Watch, goosebumps guaranteed

Nepal Viral Videos: A viral explainer video breaks down how Nepals devastating flash flood unfolded after a glacier collapse in the Himalayas. Th

Nepal asked China for data on glacier risks months before deadly floods

Nepal and China discussed monitoring floods and glacier hazards in May, but Nepali officials said limited data sharing left them without enough i

NEET-PG 2026: NBEMS forms 3-member panel to probe power failure at Jaipur centres

NEETPG NBEMS forms member panel to probe power failure at Jaipur centres

Nepal floods kill 788, leave 2,500 missing; Bihar remains on high alert

Sixteen people have been killed and 550 remain missing in Tibet, while rescue teams intensify operations in Nepal

Missile after missile, Iran launches strikes on US military targets in Jordan

Mohan Bhagwat Urges Indian Diaspora to Be Responsible Citizens Abroad

Toronto, August 31: In a recent event in Greater Toronto, Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), emphasized the respo

3-year-old girl sexually abused at Delhi school, bus driver arrested

yearold girl sexually abused at Delhi school bus driver arrested

HDFC Bank share price moves upward as CEO Jagdishan opts out of reappointment amid governance concerns

Shares of HDFC Bank gained nearly 3 per cent to their day's high of Rs 739.50 on the BSE on today after CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan decided not to se

India state fiscal health: Manipur leads capital outlay ranking in FY25

Business Standard's State Fiscal Health Tracker compares states and Union Territories on capital outlay as a share of total expenditure. Here's w

Power, Progress & Peace: PM Modis 3P mantra at Tashkent talks with Uzbekistan President

Crude oil futures gain after US forces attack Iranian island

In a post on X, US Central Command said its forces took limited, precise action against IRGC minelaying forces posing an imminent threat in the S

Djokovic exits US Open in first round; wait for 25th Grand Slam extends

The defeat marked Djokovic's earliest exit from a Grand Slam since the 2006 Australian Open

Ankit Baliyan case: Two prime shooters killed in encounter with UP police, STF in Shamli

Great power rivalry threatens to overshadow a summit of some of the world's smallest island nations

At the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, leaders of small island nations are gathering to navigate their geopolitical landscape amidst fierce compe

Anthropic is warning Claude users who may have malware on their PC

Anthropic is warning Claude users who may have malware on their PC

India's UPI set to roll out in Uzbekistan as India deepens digital ties with Central Asia region

Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro shares first photo from US detention, says 'we are standing firm'

Former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro has shared the first known photographs of himself inside US custody since he was captured in January,

G20 Meeting: Finance Ministers to Discuss Global Economic Growth, Debt, and Iran Crisis

Asheville, August 31: Finance ministers and central bank governors from the worlds major economies are gathering in the Blue Ridge Mountains of N

Waking up 2 or more times to pee at night? Here's when you should see a doctor

Waking up or more times to pee at night Heres when you should see a doctor

New stock closing auction faces first major test in MSCI rejig

MSCI-index linked investors are likely to adjust their portfolios ahead of a rebalancing which takes effect on September 1

ETO_rssBharat never refuses help Mohan Bhagwat hails Indias tradition of service

ETO_rssBharat never refuses help Mohan Bhagwat hails Indias tradition of service

Gold today: Prices drop to near two-week low on Fed chief's hawkish stance

Spot gold falls 0.7% to $44,423.84 per ounce

ETO_riverFloodwaters recede in Chitrakoot, devastation remains along Mandakini River

ETO_riverFloodwaters recede in Chitrakoot, devastation remains along Mandakini River

Trump escalates trade row with Canada, says he does not want Canadian cars, part

US President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on Canada over trade, calling it one of the worst abusers and saying he does not want Canadian

DIIs, public investors keep faith in HDFC Bank despite underperformance

According to BS Research Bureau, DII ownership in HDFC Bank rose to 36.3 per cent in the June 2026 quarter, from 31.4 per cent in September 2025,

NEET PG 2026: PIB debunks Jaipur paper leak claims after exam disruption

NEET PG PIB debunks Jaipur paper leak claims after exam disruption

Rs 10 lakh on Day 1, Rs 47 crore in 24 days: Hanuman Ansh's wild box office run

Rs lakh on Day Rs crore in days Hanuman Anshs wild box office run

Disturbing Incident: 16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Gang-Raped on Sleeper Bus in New Delhi

New Delhi, August 31: A shocking incident has unfolded in the capital, New Delhi, where a 16-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped on a sleeper

Country Babur came from Owaisis sharp attack over PM Modis Uzbekistan honour

Country Babur came from Owaisis sharp attack over PM Modis Uzbekistan honour

Today's Birthday : 31st August 2026

Happy Birthday & welcome to special section of Webdunia . Here, We render the Astro update & shed light on the personality of the Birthday Boy/ G

India state fiscal health: Arunachal logs highest revenue surplus in FY25

Business Standard's State Fiscal Health Tracker compares states and Union Territories on revenue deficit as a share of GSDP. Here's what the FY25

Rajasthan family turns expressway into picnic spot, sits down for lunch on road

Rajasthan family turns expressway into picnic spot sits down for lunch on road

India became Vishwaguru through service, not by being a superpower: Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India became a Vishwaguru through selfless service to humanity rather than by becoming a superpower. Speaking in Tor

Caught on CCTV: 3-year-old tied to chair, slapped at Delhi playschool

Caught on CCTV yearold tied to chair slapped at Delhi playschool

US Open: Novak Djokovic loses in Round 1, cries on court before shock exit

US Open Novak Djokovic loses in Round cries on court before shock exit

Nirmala Sitharaman in U.S. Asheville city for G-20 finance ministerial meet

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is hosting the G-20 Finance Ministers and central bank governors meeting in Asheville

How is your day: 31st August 2026

Aries: Favorable day for signing partnership deeds. Someone will try to make you feel bad about your way of doing things. Take a deep breath and

Scale of challenge in disaster-hit Nepal still emerging, says founder member of Disaster Management Authority

One of the biggest complications is the large workforce employed on hydel projects in the region. More than 1,000 workers are thought to have bee

'Iran Is Renewing': Netanyahu Admits US 'Failure'; Fears Nuclear Threat; 'Israel Braces For Worst'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran is attempting to revive its nuclear programme just months after the U.S.-Israeli

Trump aims at Canada. Toyota and Honda could pay the bill

Proposed US tariffs could significantly impact Canadian auto production lines. Japanese automakers Toyota and Honda face potential production cut

Two Shooters Accused in Singer Ankit Baliyan Murder Killed in UP Police Encounter

Shamli, August 31: Uttar Pradesh Police has taken major action in the murder case of Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Baliyan, killing two accu

We are facing the brunt: Manisha Koiralas climate appeal after devastating Nepal floods

We are facing the brunt: Manisha Koiralas climate appeal after devastating Nepal floods

Scott Bessent urges G20 to push China to curb exports, boost domestic demand

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will urge G20 members to re-examine trade terms with China. He aims to shrink global imbalances and press Bei

Asian shares slide as US-Iran fighting lifts oil; rate hike bets rise

Asian stocks fell as renewed US-Iran fighting pushed Brent crude above $90 a barrel, while hawkish Fed signals lifted bets on a September rate hi

Flash flood wreaks havoc at Grand Canyon, destroys footbridges and landscape

A major flash flood at the Grand Canyon forced the evacuation of more than 60 people from Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel Campground. Footbridges

'Spider-Man' Tops North American Box Office for 5th Weekend

The third Looney Tunes feature film stars professional wrestler-turned-actor John Cena, Will Forte and Lana Condor, along with several animated c

John Ternus to lead Apple into the age of AI

Some analysts had argued software chief Craig Federighi was the more logical pick for a company scrambling to catch up on AI

Kiren Rijiju Visits Yugoslavia Museum in Serbia, Leads NAM Meeting for India

New Delhi, August 31: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju visited the Yugoslavia Museum and the House of Flowers, the resting place

Sensex opens 280 points lower, Nifty tops 24,000; HDFC Bank up 2%

Sensex opens points lower Nifty tops HDFC Bank up

PM Modi-Putin talks today on SCO sidelines, meet with Xi likely; Iran war, trade on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Kyrgyzstan's Bishkek on Sunday, will hold bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin a

Tens of thousands mourn King Harald V in Norway; funeral set for September 9

Tens of thousands of Norwegians attended memorial services across the country for late King Harald V, who died aged 89. His funeral is scheduled