India

Flash floods in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district washed away schools, a panchayat office, dispensary, and ration store in Bada Bangal village, which remains cut off. Across the state, 536 roads were blocked, thousands faced power and water disruptions, and rescues continued

Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava urged Indians to stand united against the US’s 50% tariffs on Indian goods, calling it economic bullying. He also welcomed proposed GST restructuring, expressing hope for reduced tax on small cars to boost consumers

The Centre told the Supreme Court that states cannot file writ petitions under Article 32 against the President or Governors over delays in bill assent. The Constitution Bench is hearing a Presidential reference on judicial timelines for such discretion

Former US Charge d’Affaires to India Donald Heflin warned that Washington’s broken diplomatic norms and loss of career diplomats are complicating trade talks with New Delhi. While cautiously optimistic about incoming envoy Sergio Gor, he cautioned US unpredictability may strain ties

Heavy floods in Punjab left thousands stranded on rooftops as swollen rivers breached embankments, damaging crops and homes. NDRF, Army, BSF and IAF stepped up rescue and relief missions in districts including Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Amritsar and Ferozepur.

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro controversially labeled the Ukraine conflict as “Modi’s war,” alleging India fuels Russia’s war machine by buying discounted oil. Navarro defended Trump’s 50% tariffs on India, insisting peace “runs through New Delhi,” drawing criticism for targeting India

BRO Chief Engineer S C Looniya said the double-laning of the 32-km Pene-Tato stretch on the strategic Aalo-Mechuka road in Arunachal Pradesh will be completed by March 2026. Delays were caused by land acquisition, though all-weather connectivity remains a priority

A school bus carrying 40 children overturned into a gorge in Haldwani’s Jaipur Bisa village after the driver lost control while giving way to another bus. Over a dozen children and staff were injured, prompting locals to rescue them

Textile, leather, gems, and jewellery stocks fell in Thursday morning trade after the US imposed a steep 50% tariff on Indian goods from August 27, impacting exports worth over USD 48 billion. Broader markets also declined sharply in response

A man in Prayagraj murdered his 17-year-old grand-nephew on a tantrik’s advice, dismembered the body, and dumped parts in separate locations. Police arrested accused Sharan Singh after witness input. The boy, a Class 11 student, had been reported missing earlier

Around 20 Delhi colleges, including Jesus and Mary College, received bomb threats via email on Wednesday. Police and emergency teams launched search operations, but no explosives were found. Authorities suspect the use of VPNs, with recent hoax threats already disrupting schools.

The Army foiled an infiltration attempt in the Gurez sector of Bandipora, killing two terrorists near the LoC. This follows multiple recent bids in Uri, with security forces intensifying operations against terrorists, overground workers, hawala networks, and drug smuggling rackets.

Pro Kabaddi League will honour legend Pardeep Narwal in Visakhapatnam on August 29. The Dubki King, all-time raid points leader, retires as kabaddi’s most iconic raider with unmatched records

Olympian Anish Bhanwala won silver in the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol at the Asian Shooting Championship in Kazakhstan, as India topped the medal tally with 74 medals, including 39 gold

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn has joined ISPL as owner of its Ahmedabad franchise, adding to the league’s celebrity line-up and strengthening its mission to promote tennis-ball cricket and grassroots talent nationwide

The Union Cabinet approved India’s bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, proposing Ahmedabad as host city, highlighting its world-class infrastructure, with expectations of boosting jobs, tourism, and opportunities across sectors

Eight-time national champion Sruthi Venepalli from Telangana has been elected to the Indian Weightlifting Federation’s Executive Committee, pledging to strengthen grassroots talent and boost India’s international presence in the sport

India’s junior boxers impressed at the Belt and Road International Youth Boxing Gala in China, recording four dominant wins on day two, as the U-17 team builds momentum for upcoming matches

US President Donald Trump praised PM Modi while threatening “very strong tariffs” over the Ukraine war and claimed he averted a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. India, however, has denied Trump’s mediation, insisting the ceasefire was initiated through military channels.

A landslide at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district killed 30 pilgrims and injured 14, while floods in Jammu and Kashmir submerge low-lying areas. Authorities suspend Yatra, block roads, and launch urgent rescue and relief operations.

The Indian Army’s White Knight Corps has launched relief operations in Katra after deadly landslides near the Vaishno Devi shrine killed five pilgrims. Heavy rain has disrupted life across Jammu and Kashmir, collapsing bridges and cutting off key highways.

To ask a community to ‘go back’ is a violation of penal laws and constitutional rights

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to the people to buy indigenous goods must be seen as part of government’s efforts to protect the home turf amid tariff tensions