India

AP IT Minister to press for faster clearances, new initiatives; to thank Vaishnaw for semiconductor unit

Congress leader launches 1,300-km Voter Adhikar Yatra, says BJP and EC colluding to distort voter rolls

Karnataka is now India’s second-largest startup hub with 20,004 ventures registered on the Bhaskar portal, after Maharashtra’s 33,845. The platform links startups with investors, mentors, and government schemes, while outreach efforts aim to boost rural and small enterprises

Prime Minister calls Delhi the future ‘Vikas Model’ of India during highway inaugurations

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav called the special intensive revision of electoral rolls a “dacoity of votes” and vowed to resist it

A short circuit sparked a fire in a congested building at Bengaluru’s Tigalarapete, killing five, including a couple and their two children. Police arrested two owners for negligence and illegal construction, as families accused them of renting unsafe spaces.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Delhi before inaugurating two major highway projects — UER-II and Dwarka Expressway — worth nearly Rs 11,000 crore. The projects aim to decongest traffic, ease travel time, and enhance NCR connectivity significantly

A 20-year-old BITS Pilani Goa student, Kushagra Jain, was found dead in his locked hostel room in Vasco. Police registered an unnatural death case, pending postmortem. The institute expressed grief over the tragedy, offering condolences to his family and peers

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s second spacefarer, returned home to a grand welcome in Delhi after his historic ISS mission under Axiom-4. Welcomed by leaders, family, and crowds, Shukla will meet PM Modi and join National Space Day celebrations later this month

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.