- new'Extensive response plans': Iran threatens US energy sites after Trump warning
- 36 mins ago 1 Aug 26, 1:02pm -
- newIAF face of Operation Sindoor Air Marshal Bharti retires
Air Marshal Awadesh Kumar Bharti has retired after thirty-nine years of dedicated service. He was a key architect of Operation Sindoor, which retaliated against a terror attack. Bharti commanded squadrons and held significant operational appointments across the air force. His leadership during Operation Sindoor redefined India's national security calculus. His retirement marks the end of a distinguished career and a significant legacy.
- 36 mins ago 1 Aug 26, 1:02pm -
- new2,000-year-old grapevines in Ethiopia may preserve an ancient farming legacy
- 1 hour ago 1 Aug 26, 12:36pm -
- newGST collections jump 15.4% to over Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July
India's gross Goods and Services Tax collections reached over Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July. This represents a significant 15.4 percent increase compared to the previous year. Higher revenues from both domestic transactions and imports contributed to this strong performance. The government also maintained a healthy pace of refunds, totaling Rs 29,968 crore. Net GST revenue after refunds remained robust, indicating sustained growth in the indirect tax base.
- 1 hour ago 1 Aug 26, 12:28pm -
- new'Academics, art can coexist': Gen Z, who scored 93% in boards, tears into BJP
A BJP Chhattisgarh social media post contrasted two Gen Z mindsets using a dancer's video. Urwashi Palandurkar accused the party of using her footage without permission. She responded with a viral sarcastic rebuttal addressing the post's claims. Palandurkar highlighted her academic and extracurricular achievements while defending public dancing. Her reaction video gained traction and was shared by political leaders.
- 1 hour ago 1 Aug 26, 12:13pm -
- new'Was paid millions for such roles': Kangana flays trolls sharing her movie clips
Kangana Ranaut has responded to social media users criticizing her recent remarks. She argued that film clips should not be used to judge her everyday behavior. Ranaut had previously described videos from the CJP-led protests as "puke-inducing" and "crass." CJP spokesperson Saurav Das also responded to Ranaut's comments about him. The exchange highlights ongoing debates about protester conduct and responses.
- 1 hour ago 1 Aug 26, 12:10pm -
- newPM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,000 crore Bhogapuram Airport in Andhra Pradesh
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 12:02pm -
- newCWG 2026: Meet the 10 Indian boxers fighting for gold medals today
India's boxing contingent has secured a historic ten finalists at the Commonwealth Games. These boxers will compete for gold medals on Saturday in Glasgow. Lovlina Borgohain leads the women's charge in the 75kg category final. Four men's boxers are also vying for gold medals in their respective divisions. This marks a significant opportunity for India's most successful boxing campaign.
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:40am -
- newWhy is the Army turning to XWG Diesel for combat vehicles in Ladakh?
The Indian Army has introduced Xtreme Weather Grade diesel for high-altitude operations. This specialized fuel ensures vehicle mobility and safety in extreme cold conditions. Regular diesel often freezes and clogs filters at sub-zero temperatures. The new fuel remains effective down to minus 42 degrees Celsius. This innovation enhances operational readiness along the LAC and LoC.
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:34am -
- new'Forgiveness only on reel or will you withdraw cases?' Dipke jabs PM Modi
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:31am -
- newBill Gates’ daughter’s shopping app Phia is in damage control mode
Phia, the shopping app co-founded by Bill Gates' daughter Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, is refunding brands after admitting it earned commissions on sales it never drove. An investigation found the extension opening a hidden tab at checkout and swapping in its own affiliate code. Impact.com has suspended Phia from its marketplace. The company calls it a bug; Edelman says the feature shipped in December 2025.
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:28am -
- new'Enjoys playing victim card': Congress attacks PM Modi's 'forgive youth' remark
- 2 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:12am -
- newItaly suspends Schengen border rule after Ceuta migrant crisis — what it means
The Italian government said the decision was taken after thousands of migrants crossed into Ceuta from neighbouring Morocco. Although Spain later said most of those who entered had voluntarily returned, Rome argued that the crisis exposed the need for tighter border controls. Unlike neighbouring countries, Italy does not share a land border with Spain.
- 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:08am -
- new'His successes make every Indian proud': PM Modi's heartfelt message for Neeraj Chopra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian athletes for their performances. Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the men's javelin throw event. Yash Vir Singh and Yamini Maurya also won bronze and silver medals respectively. Tejaswin Shankar earned a bronze medal in the men's decathlon competition. India's medal tally at the games now stands at twenty-three.
- 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:05am -
- newPetrol would've hit Rs 125/litre in Delhi without ethanol blend, says govt
The petroleum ministry defended ethanol blending, stating it saved consumers nearly thirty rupees per litre. Consumers paid ninety-four rupees seventy-seven paise instead of one hundred twenty-five rupees. The ministry denied diverting foodgrain for ethanol production or using subsidised rice. Vehicles may see a slight efficiency drop when running on E20 fuel. The government consulted stakeholders and validated the E20 fuel program.
- 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 10:34am -
- new'He could captain India': Why Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain
East Zone selectors appointed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy. This move aims to develop his leadership skills by observing the captain closely. Experienced players like Abhimanyu Easwaran were not considered for this specific role. Ishan Kishan will lead the team as captain, with Sooryavanshi as his deputy. Both players are seen as future prospects for India's cricket setup.
- 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 10:22am -
- new7-year relation ends month after wedding: Army jawan returns draped in Tricolour
Major Hamza Arif tragically died in a road accident near Jaisalmer Military Station. He was driving his new SUV when it collided with a camel and overturned. The young officer had married his Hindu engineer partner just one month prior. Their families had overcome challenges to accept their interfaith union. His untimely death has left his wife and family devastated.
- 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 10:04am -
- newInfantino drops FIFA World Cup private equity plan after global backlash
Gianni Infantino wanted to create a $20 billion company to manage FIFA's commercial business, including the men's and women's World Cups and Club World Cups. Under the proposal, private investors would own a 20% stake in the new company. The proposed "anchor investor" was a New York-based investment firm founded by Joshua Kushner, the younger brother of Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump.
- 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 10:00am -
- newIn pics: PM Modi inaugrates AI-equipped international airport in Andhra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport on Saturday. He will also lay foundation stones for significant development projects worth over seventeen thousand nine hundred crore. The new airport is designed to handle six million passengers annually and boost regional connectivity. Foundation stone will be laid for Andhra Pradesh's first semiconductor manufacturing facility.
- 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 9:50am -
- newPosed as techie, lived among cops: How Jaish operative 'tracked' Bengal CM
A 24-year-old man was arrested by the Special Task Force in Burdwan. Investigators allege he tracked politician Suvendu Adhikari's movements for a year. He reportedly contacted a Pakistan-based gang through social media platforms. The family moved to Burdwan three months ago, neighbors said. Residents expressed concerns about security lapses within the gated township.
- 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 9:40am -
- newPant trains with MS Dhoni ahead of Sri Lanka Test series; photo goes viral
Rishabh Pant trains with MS Dhoni in Ranchi for the upcoming Test series. Pant is preparing for the crucial Sri Lanka series after a recent IPL season. India needs strong performances in this series for the World Test Championship. Dhoni remains away from competitive cricket due to injury concerns. He is reportedly considered for a mentorship role with Chennai Super Kings.
- 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 9:35am -
- newBroad Peak avalanche: Three of 10 missing climbers found dead in PoK
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 9:04am -
- newNo Pant, no Samson, no Abhishek: Ashwin's India squad for 2027 ODI World Cup
Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared his 2027 ODI World Cup squad selections. He categorized players into 'Yes', 'Maybe', and 'No' lists for the tournament. Ashwin included veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar in his preferred squad. He believes Bhuvneshwar can perform well in South African conditions. Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson were notably absent from Ashwin's top picks.
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 9:04am -
- newRussia's overnight ballistic missile, drone attack on Ukraine's Kyiv kills 3
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:57am -
- newKerala rain havoc: 2 dead, several feared trapped as landslides, floods batter state
Incessant heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods across central Kerala on Saturday. At least two people died, and several others are feared trapped under debris. The worst-hit district was Idukki, where landslides claimed two lives in separate incidents. Rescue operations are underway in multiple districts, with authorities issuing red alerts for several areas. Schools have declared holidays, and people in vulnerable areas are advised to remain alert.
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:49am -
- new'Same people who litter here, use dustbin abroad': Bombay HC on civic sense
A bench of Justices G S Kulkarni and Aarti Sathe made the observations while hearing a batch of petitions over pollution, foul odour, gas emissions and health hazards linked to the Kanjurmarg dumping ground in Mumbai. The judges said public participation was essential to keeping the city clean and urged civic authorities to enforce the rules without hesitation.
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:45am -
- newReeling from powerful earthquake that killed 34, Japan hit with 5.7 magnitude
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:43am -
- new'Brings back Asian Games memories': Neeraj on India's historic CWG javelin medals
Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games. He shared the podium with fellow Indian Yashvir Singh, who won bronze. Yashvir achieved a personal best throw on his final attempt to claim the medal. Chopra expressed happiness at sharing the podium with another Indian athlete. This silver medal adds to Chopra's extensive collection of career achievements.
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:23am -
- new'Abusing no crime': Dipke slams FIR against Noida woman, recalls UP CM video
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke questioned an FIR against a woman for abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He asked why similar action was not taken against BJP leaders and IT cell members. Dipke alleged that BJP IT cell members have abused women online for years. He also cited remarks by BJP leaders and the UP Chief Minister.
- 5 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:11am -
- newJ&K terror attack on migrants: Two Chhattisgarh labourers die after being shot
One of the labourers, identified as Deepak Ratray, died before he could be shifted to a hospital. The second victim, Bopinder, was initially admitted to Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag before being referred to SKIMS Hospital in Soura, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Officials said both victims were in their twenties and had travelled from Chhattisgarh in search of work.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:07am -
- newSpaceX rocket to slam into Moon at 7 times speed of sound, leave fresh crater
Space tracking expert Bill Gray estimates the rocket will hit the Moon at around 5,400 mph (8,700 kph) near Einstein Crater on the Moon's sunlit western edge. The impact is expected to occur during the early hours of Wednesday, with the best viewing conditions likely across eastern parts of the United States and Canada, as well as much of South America.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:53am -
- new'Sorry to entire nation, I'm just 15': Noida girl on 'abusing' PM Modi
A Noida resident accused of abusing Prime Minister Modi posted an apology video claiming she is fifteen years old. She stated protesters influenced her remarks, calling it her first and last mistake. Police details and neighbor accounts suggest she is older and resides in Faridabad. The Zero FIR filed against her has been transferred to Delhi's Special Cell. Prime Minister Modi urged embracing young protesters rather than punishing them.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:44am -
- newJudoka Asmita Dey breaks down recalling late father after winning CWG gold
Asmita Dey secured India's first judo gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. She defeated Canada's Heidi Quach in a dramatic women's 48kg final match. This victory fulfilled a dream she feared was lost after her father's death. Her father had always supported her aspirations and encouraged her to dream big. Dey credited the support from SAI Bhopal for her continued progress.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:20am -
- newWife of international kabaddi player Sheelu Balhara dies by suicide
Muskan Balhara, wife of international kabaddi player Sheelu Balhara, died by suicide Friday. Her family members are alleging harassment and staged a protest outside their residence. Police are investigating the incident and recording statements from family members. A forensic team has inspected the house and collected evidence for the ongoing inquiry. Muskan and Sheelu were married in December 2023 and have a young son.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:16am -
- newSpain says most migrants return to Morocco after border rush kills 57
Spanish authorities said 57 bodies had been recovered on the Spanish side of the border. Officials warned that the death toll could be higher as there may have been additional casualties on the Moroccan side. According to the government, some migrants drowned while others were crushed as they attempted to climb the breakwater supporting the border fence.
- 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:16am -
- newGroup waylays couple, thrashes engineer, gang-rapes fiancée in MP jungle
A couple was attacked and robbed near Hanuman Tekri shrine in Guna. The assailants dragged them into a forest and assaulted them. The woman was then sexually assaulted while the man was held separately. A passerby alerted emergency services after hearing their cries. Police have formed a special team to apprehend the perpetrators.
- 7 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:03am -
- new‘Dhurandhar’ gangster’s brother shot in Karachi
Zubair Baloch, brother of jailed gangster Uzair Baloch, was critically wounded in a drive-by shooting. Two masked assailants on a motorcycle opened fire, striking him in the chest and abdomen. Zubair was rushed to Civil Hospital Karachi for emergency surgery after the attack. Police are investigating personal enmity and potential gang war resurgence as motives. The incident occurred in Karachi's Lyari neighborhood, a historic hub of organized crime.
- 10 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 3:52am -
- newTejaswin Shankar becomes first Indian to win decathlon medal in CWG
- 10 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 3:10am -
- newNuclear plants, Gaza craters: Google pulls AI tool from Google Earth in 24 hours
Google has removed its new AI image generation feature from Google Earth. This action followed immediate concerns raised by researchers about disinformation risks. Experts warned the tool could easily create convincing fake satellite imagery for public deception. Google stated they are implementing stronger safeguards while pausing the feature. The company noted generated images were watermarked as AI-created.
- 12 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 1:49am -
- newWhen a district in Florida's Everglades used robot rabbits to eliminate Burmese pythons
Florida is employing AI-powered robot rabbits to help locate invasive Burmese pythons. These solar-powered decoys mimic prey using heat and scent to lure snakes. When a python is detected, officials are alerted to remove the invasive species. This technology complements the annual Python Challenge, which has removed thousands of snakes. These efforts aim to control the python population impacting native wildlife.
- 14 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 12:03am -
- newMaharashtra rains: Man clings to tree as wife, 2 daughters swept away in car
A woman and her two young daughters tragically drowned after their car was swept away. The family was attempting to cross a submerged bridge during heavy rainfall. The husband narrowly escaped the devastating floodwaters by clinging to a tree. Rescue teams later recovered the bodies of the woman and her children. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the region.
- 15 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 10:13pm -
- newMP man watches son die inside ambulance after oxygen runs out
A 21-year-old dialysis patient died inside an ambulance in Mandla district. The ambulance's oxygen supply reportedly ran out during the journey to the hospital. His family alleged he was not given oxygen despite breathing difficulties. The health department has ordered an inquiry into the unfortunate incident. A committee will investigate and submit its findings for appropriate action.
- 18 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 7:44pm -
- newHappy girlfriend day: Top 75 wishes, messages, greetings and quotes
Girlfriend Day offers a chance to express appreciation for loved ones. Simple messages can convey deep feelings and strengthen relationships. Personalizing sentiments makes them more meaningful and memorable for your girlfriend. The article provides numerous examples for various relationship dynamics. Ultimately, genuine connection is the most important gift you can give.
- 20 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 6:00pm -
- newHimalayan wild spice helps 200 families protect forest, earn Rs 39 lakh
Indigenous communities in Arunachal Pradesh are now earning livelihoods from a native spice. This wild Himalayan spice, known locally as Khagi, is helping over two hundred families. The community-led system for harvesting and marketing the spice supports forest patrols and biodiversity monitoring. This initiative provides a direct economic incentive for people to protect their forests and agricultural land. The project also contributes to the conservation of important transboundary wildlife h…
- 22 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 3:26pm -
- From Bengaluru to Raichur, Black Thrips sting Karnataka’s chilli belt
Black thrips are severely impacting Karnataka's chilli farmers, causing crop damage and increased costs. Scientists first detected this invasive pest in Bengaluru back in 2015. Surveys later revealed its rapid spread into major chilli-growing regions like Raichur. The Union government acknowledged the pest's impact while detailing existing support measures. However, farmers argue that current interventions are insufficient for managing this widespread threat.
- 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 7:24pm -