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Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir called militants in Balochistan “foreign-sponsored proxies” seeking to destabilise the province and obstruct development. His remarks came amid escalating separatist violence by groups including the BLA, which has targeted security forces, civilians and Chinese interests

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected US economic threats, warning that sanctions and isolation would increase hostility among Iranians and fail to achieve their goals. His remarks followed President Donald Trump’s threat of unprecedented economic measures and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s warning of secondary sanctions

Two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia, the Shipping Ministry said. All Indian crew members are reported safe. Armed pirates seized control of the vessels, with no injuries reported

Actor Jack Coleman mourned his late “Heroes” co-star Hayden Panettiere, remembering her as a prodigious talent and compassionate colleague. Coleman recalled their first meeting, her popularity, animal welfare advocacy and courage. Panettiere died August 16 at age 36

Locals allegedly pushed a Cockroach Janta Party team out of Rampura Kanwarpura village in Jaipur while members inspected a government school under the ‘School Thik Karo’ campaign. Villagers protested the visit, citing school repair plans, while CJP criticised Rajasthan’s restrictions

India’s first large-scale biopolymer plant, being constructed in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri at Rs 3,080 crore, is expected to become operational in October. The facility will convert sugarcane into PLA bioplastic, feature zero liquid discharge technology and boost sustainable industrial growth

A six-year-old boy died at a private school in Visakhapatnam after allegedly being slapped by a teacher, police said. Andhra Pradesh government ordered an inquiry, formed a three-member committee and initiated legal action, while the family alleged the child collapsed from distress

Fire and Fury Corps chief Lieutenant General Madanraj Pande visited forward areas of Ladakh to assess operational preparedness and readiness. During his visit to Trishul Division, he reviewed new-generation equipment and indigenous solutions, praised troops’ readiness, and stressed professionalism and mission excellence

Actress Samiksha Bhatnagar recalled her experience working with Sunny and Bobby Deol in ‘Poster Boys’, describing Sunny as shy and humble. She said Bobby’s friendly and comfortable nature boosted her confidence, while praising director Shreyas Talpade for warmly welcoming newcomers on set

Lumino Industries will launch its Rs 700 crore IPO on August 27, featuring a Rs 500 crore fresh issue and Rs 200 crore OFS. Proceeds will reduce debt, fund machinery purchases and facility upgrades. Shares will list on BSE and NSE September 3

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded marginally higher in early deals amid elevated crude prices and weak US markets. Geopolitical tensions, renewed US-Iran concerns and foreign fund outflows kept investors cautious, while banking and metal stocks supported the domestic market

Larsen & Toubro, in partnership with Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, secured a large order to design and build a fully automated, driverless mass transit system at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport. The project covers infrastructure, signalling, power systems and commissioning

A 50-year-old fisherman, Appanna, went missing after falling overboard from a fishing boat about 11 nautical miles off Visakhapatnam. The Coast Guard, Navy and Marine Police launched a joint search operation, while Andhra Pradesh authorities directed officials to intensify efforts

Union Home Minister Amit Shah led the Southern Zonal Council meeting, where Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar sought safeguards on delimitation and Lok Sabha seats. Discussions also covered the Mekedatu project, Cauvery water sharing, regional development and cooperation among southern states

A six-year-old boy, Aniket, was killed by a leopard while playing outside his home in Khushalpur Mundka village, officials said. His remains were found in a nearby sugarcane field after an overnight search. Forest officials alerted villagers and installed a cage

Actor Vikrant Massey shared a heartwarming picture of his son enjoying a train ride during their Norway vacation. He revealed the toddler’s fascination with Mumbai’s auto-rickshaws and spoke about fatherhood, saying his son Vardaan has brought happiness, blessings and good fortune

Vande Bharat trains have, for the first time, reached nearly 100 kmph on the world’s highest railway bridge over the Chenab River. The speed increase on the Katra-Banihal section is expected to reduce travel time and boost connectivity, tourism and trade

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh welcomed Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi in New Delhi for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. Discussions are expected to focus on maritime security, defence technology and equipment collaboration, and promoting a free, open and resilient Indo-Pacific

Former Meta engineering director Arturo Bejar testified that Instagram took a “don’t ask, don’t tell” approach toward users under 13, prioritising engagement over safety. He alleged Meta knew children were using the platform and lacked adequate age-detection goals and safeguards

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said border development is now a top priority under the Modi government, rejecting claims of major Chinese incursions in Arunachal Pradesh. He criticised Congress’s past border policy while citing former Defence Minister A.K. Antony’s 2013 remarks

Assam Police prevented 17 alleged Bangladeshi infiltrators from entering the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. He reiterated the government’s commitment to an infiltration-free Assam, while security forces maintain heightened vigilance along the India-Bangladesh border to prevent illegal entry

West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the 173-km Kharagpur-Bhadrak fourth railway line. The project is expected to improve passenger connectivity, boost freight movement, decongest highways and support industries, MSMEs and ports across eastern India 

Actor Anupam Kher expressed concern over a viral Ladakh video showing a woman allegedly speaking disrespectfully to Army personnel. He shared the patriotic song “Sena Ki Jai” from his film “Tanvi The Great,” highlighting courage, discipline, service and respect as Gen Z values

Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly returning to the UK with their children, though they will not resume royal duties. Archie and Lilibet will attend British schools from September, while the family plans to live privately outside London amid ongoing tensions with the Royal Family