India

Aryan Khan unveiled the first teaser of his Netflix directorial debut “The Ba**ds of Bollywood”, a genre-blending satire produced by Red Chillies Entertainment. Starring Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, and others, the series promises humour, chaos, and a bold take on Bollywood

Chhattisgarh police foiled a parcel bomb murder plot by a 20-year-old electrician infatuated with a married woman. The IED, hidden in a speaker, exposed an explosives smuggling racket linked to a Durg quarry, leading to seven arrests and major seizures.

A trainee nurse was found dead at a private hospital in Singur, Hooghly. Her family alleged rape and murder, accusing police of negligence and demanding a CBI probe. Two people, including the nursing home owner and her lover, were arrested

On Pakistan’s Independence Day, the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) launched eight coordinated attacks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing policemen. Once created by ISI, the group now enjoys Afghan Taliban backing, uses NATO weapons, and ranks among the world’s deadliest terror outfits

At least seven people were killed and five injured in a cloudburst and landslide in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district. Heavy rains triggered flooding, snapped access to villages, and damaged houses, prompting rescue efforts by SDRF, police, and administration

A low-pressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal, bringing light to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. Authorities warn of flooding, waterlogging, and rough seas, urging residents and fishermen to stay alert.

Kerala is set to be declared India’s first fully digitally literate state, with over 21.8 lakh people trained under the “Digi Keralam” programme. Launched in 2022, the initiative bridged the digital divide, empowering even senior citizens to access online services.

Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was warmly welcomed at Delhi’s airport after completing his two-week Axiom-4 mission aboard the ISS. Citizens, officials, and youth hailed his achievement as a historic moment for India’s human spaceflight programme.

A 64-year-old retired Army Captain, Narsa Ram Jajda, died after being run over by an SUV while cycling in Jaipur’s Gandhi Path area. The accused driver, identified as Surbhi Maheswari, was released on bail, sparking local anger over rash driving

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of hardships faced by cadets medically discharged from NDA, IMA and other institutes due to training-related disabilities. Around 500 such cadets since 1985 lack ex-servicemen status, receiving inadequate ex-gratia instead of healthcare benefits

Rahul Gandhi will launch the 1,300 km-long ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ from Sasaram on Sunday, covering 20+ districts in Bihar with RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav. Congress alleges BJP’s attempt at “vote chori” and vows to safeguard democratic rights ahead of assembly polls

Unidentified gunmen fired at YouTuber Elvish Yadav’s Gurugram residence early Sunday, hitting the ground and first floor. Yadav was away; no injuries were reported. Police are investigating, collecting evidence, and reviewing CCTV footage to identify the attackers.

The Delhi High Court ruled that a woman’s mere crying cannot establish a dowry harassment case. The court dismissed a petition challenging the discharge of her husband and in-laws, citing natural death due to pneumonia and lack of concrete evidence.

Two people died and 210 others were injured during Dahi Handi celebrations in Mumbai on Aug 16. One slipped from a balcony, while a 14-year-old collapsed in a tempo. Authorities continue treatment and urge safety during large gatherings.

A cloudburst in Kathua’s Jod Ghati village killed four and injured six. Landslides hit nearby areas, and rising water levels in Ujh River have prompted authorities to urge residents to avoid water bodies. SDRF and police are on-site for rescue operations.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Tamil Nadu on August 22 to attend the BJP’s zonal conference in Tirunelveli, focusing on booth committees, grassroots mobilisation, and state-level electoral strategies.

Kerala braces for intensified monsoon rains with IMD issuing an orange alert for Kannur and Kasaragod, and yellow alerts for seven districts. Heavy downpours have caused damage, fatalities, and rising dam levels.

PM Modi will inaugurate the Delhi sections of UER-II and Dwarka Expressway worth Rs 11,000 crore today, projects aimed at decongesting Delhi, improving NCR connectivity, and promoting sustainable infrastructure.

Shillong Lajong FC came from behind to defeat Indian Navy FT 2-1 in the first quarterfinal of the Durand Cup, securing their second consecutive semifinal appearance with goals from Lyngdoh and Sana

The DGCA had sent IndiGo a show-cause notice earlier last week for training 1,700 pilots using ‘non-qualified simulators’

John Milton’s ‘Areopagitica’, published 380 years ago, was one of the first defences of free speech and quest for truth — its arguments remain valid even today

India’s semiconductor market is expected to reach USD110 billion by 2030. Four new projects worth Rs 4,600 crore will create 2,000 skilled jobs, strengthen local chip production, and reduce reliance on Taiwan, supporting defence, EVs, AI, and high-performance computing sectors

A new ISRO-backed space lab was inaugurated in Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh, to boost students’ interest in science and technology. Meanwhile, under the NE-SPARKS programme, 100 science students from each Northeastern state will visit ISRO’s Bengaluru headquarters to foster space awareness.