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The Baloch American Congress has urged US President Donald Trump to investigate reported Pakistani airstrikes in Balochistan’s Surab district that allegedly killed more than 30 civilians. The group seeks scrutiny of possible US-origin military equipment use, an independent probe and accountability for potential violations 

Astronauts Anil Menon and Sophie Adenot removed a failed space-to-ground antenna from the International Space Station during a six-hour-23-minute spacewalk but could not install its replacement due to delays. NASA said the installation will be completed during a future spacewalk, planned for August 25

The Supreme Court has directed the National Testing Agency to report steps taken to implement recommendations of the Radhakrishnan panel and Nandan Nilekani committee on NEET reforms. The court stressed the need to institutionalise examination reforms, while the government maintained that existing safeguards make the system difficult to breach

Gold prices surged over 9 per cent this month, outperforming broader equity markets, while investors shifted gains toward safer assets. Precious-metal inflows declined sharply, whereas money-market and fixed-income funds attracted substantial investments. Micro-cap stocks led equity gains, while large-cap funds saw increased inflows

More than two dozen children fell ill after consuming a Mid-Day Meal at Parasi Middle School in Bihar’s Noorsarai area. The children suffered vomiting and dizziness after a cook mistakenly added detergent powder instead of salt. They were treated at Bihar Sharif Sadar Hospital and were reported out of danger

Pakistan has extended its airspace restrictions on Indian-registered aircraft and Indian airlines until September 24. The ban, imposed after the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, applies to both Karachi and Lahore flight information regions. India continues to maintain reciprocal restrictions on Pakistani aircraft

Thousands of Indians seeking US green cards could face greater scrutiny under new public charge guidance effective September 18. USCIS may consider housing assistance, food stamps and other means-tested benefits, along with applicants’ finances, health, family status, education and skills, when assessing eligibility

Kiara Advani said working on ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ pushed her beyond her comfort zone and helped her embrace unfamiliar challenges and learn new skills. The Yash-starrer also features Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth

The Enforcement Directorate searched 10 locations linked to jailed Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan, including Jauhar University and its trust, over alleged money laundering and diversion of government funds. The SP and Congress accused the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government of political vendetta against Khan

Nearly 59 per cent of new EPFO subscribers in FY25 were aged 18–25, highlighting the growing participation of young workers in India’s formal economy. The report also noted rising apprenticeships, women’s workforce participation, tier-2 and tier-3 employment, and increasing educational qualifications

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh defended data-centre projects in Visakhapatnam, rejecting concerns over their water and environmental impact. He said the proposed 6.5 GW ecosystem would use industrial water from Polavaram, while new cooling technologies could reduce consumption. Critics continue opposing the projects

Scottish National Party politician and Scottish Parliament member Martyn Day married his partner Nitin Chand at the Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Thrissur, fulfilling Nitin’s long-held wish. The couple, who previously married in the UK, later held a traditional ceremony attended by relatives and friends

India has signalled a willingness to strengthen ties with Bangladesh, with High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi saying Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would receive an honourable welcome in India. Both sides are seeking to resolve differences and expand cooperation in trade, business, education, healthcare and employment 

Ukraine has intensified long-range drone strikes deep inside Russia, targeting military, industrial and logistics sites. The attacks have caused fires, disrupted airports and fuel supplies, and increased pressure on Moscow. Ukrainian commanders hope the campaign will weaken Russia’s economy and push it toward peace negotiations

INCOIS has issued a swell surge warning for Kerala, south Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep for August 19-20, warning of wave surges and possible inundation in low-lying coastal areas. Fishermen and residents were advised caution, while beach and nearshore activities were suspended

L&T Technology Services has secured a five-year, over USD 75 million contract from an undisclosed global technology enterprise. LTTS will provide engineering intelligence, product development, software, testing, validation, platform operations and digital engineering services, while establishing a dedicated engineering centre

Delhi Police defended its use of force during the July 20 “Chalo Sansad” protest, telling the Supreme Court that violence and alleged anti-social elements triggered a law-and-order breakdown. The force cited injuries to over 240 personnel and offered to face court-appointed scrutiny

Chess World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh, decathlete Tejaswin Shankar and badminton player Gayatri Gopichand are among 17 sportspersons named for the Arjuna Award. The Sports Ministry did not nominate anyone for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award this year

The death toll in the Tarapith hotel fire in West Bengal’s Birbhum district rose to nine as police launched a manhunt for hotel owner Tapas Paul. His son and co-owner Kalyan Paul was arrested, while investigators examine alleged safety lapses and evacuation arrangements

BJP president Nitin Nabin appointed senior leaders to oversee party affairs in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Gujarat ahead of upcoming Assembly elections. Vinod Tawde will handle Uttar Pradesh, Satish Poonia Punjab and Tarun Chugh Gujarat, with Jagdish Patel as UP co-in-charge

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticised the destruction of elephant habitats and corridors by mining and other projects, saying the will to protect wildlife is lacking. His remarks followed a Supreme Court order directing a nationwide survey to identify blockages in elephant corridors

Maruti Suzuki’s FRONX has crossed two lakh exports in under 38 months, becoming the fastest Indian SUV to reach the milestone. Manufactured in Gujarat, the SUV is exported to nearly 90 countries, reinforcing Maruti Suzuki’s leadership in India’s passenger vehicle export market

Bengaluru police arrested Harini for allegedly murdering her husband Abhinandan with her lover Vinay and later strangling their child Yaduveer, who reportedly witnessed the crime. Investigators suspect the accused staged the scene to conceal the murders and sought control of Abhinandan’s property

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre, states, Union Territories, Meta and X on a PIL seeking safeguards against police posting accused persons’ identities or dehumanising images online. The plea seeks guidelines and prompt removal mechanisms for such content from social media platforms