Actor Vijay’s Political Meet Sparks Debate On His Electoral Impact In Tamil Nadu
Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s second major political conference has reignited debate on the kind of impact he could make in Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Assembly elections.
Meta Makes Over $10 Billion Cloud Computing Deal With Google: Report
The deal with Meta is among the biggest in the 17-year history of Google’s cloud unit, according to the source.
Hungary Says Ready To Host Ukraine Peace Talks
Hungary has offered to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine twice, and the offer still stands, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said in a podcast broadcast on Facebook on…
“Maharaja In Tariff”: Trump’s Trade Advisor Attacks India Over Russian Oil
Calling India the “Maharaja” of tariffs, US President Donald Trump’s trade adviser, Peter Navarro, accused New Delhi of running a “profiteering scheme” by continuing to import Russian oil.
Passengers Sue United, Delta For Selling “Window” Seats Next To Blank Walls
A pair of federal lawsuits filed in San Francisco and New York this week accuse Delta Air Lines and United Airlines of misleading passengers by charging premium fees for window…
Ukrainian Firm Develops Long Range Missiles, Drones To Attack Russia
When a Ukrainian-made drone attacked an ammunition depot in Russia last September, it showcased Kyiv’s determination to strike deep behind enemy lines and the prowess of its defense industry.
Brazil Passes Law Expanding Social Media Protections For Minors
Brazil’s lower house approved legislation on Wednesday expanding requirements for digital platforms to protect minors, after a prominent social media influencer allegedly sexually exploited a child.
Russia Scrutinises Online Behavior, Bans “Extremist” Content
Just like his peers, Russian teenager Artyom spends “half his life” online — something that could soon become risky as a ban on searching for “extremist” content comes into force.
Erik Menendez, Accused Of Killing Parents With His Brother, Denied Parole
Erik Menendez was denied parole Thursday after serving decades in prison for murdering his parents with his older brother in 1989.
NRI Industrialist Lord Swraj Paul, Founder Of Caparo Group, Dies At 94 In London
Leading NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London on Thursday evening, family sources said. He was 94.
Prince William’s New Home Sparks Doubts Over Buckingham Palace’s Future
Britain’s future king Prince William and his family are moving to a new home on the royal Windsor estate, prompting uncertainty about the future of Buckingham Palace.
Mega Mumbai Crackdown Against App-Based Cabs Over Surge Pricing During Rain
Cab fares often shoot up when it rains. The scenario wasn’t any different during the recent rain that submerged Mumbai. This time, it drew strict action from authorities.
UPSC CSE Mains 2025 Live Updates: First Shift Exam Underway, Check Details
UPSC CSE Mains 2025 Live Updates: The morning session started at 9 AM and will continue until 12 noon, while the afternoon session is set from 2:30 PM to 5:30…
Coolie vs War 2 Box Office Collection Week 1: No Saiyaara Tsunami For Either Rajinikanth Or Hrithik Roshan
Trade expert Taran Adarsh tells NDTV that War 2 is a weak film and it’s the content which makes a difference
BCCI Breaks Silence On Shreyas Iyer’s ODI Captaincy Rumours: “There Have Been…”
As per multiple reports, Shreyas Iyer is leading the race to succeed Rohit Sharma as India’s next skipper in the 50-over format.
“Usko Zyada Gyaan Mat Do”: Ex-India Star Impressed With 14-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Heroics
14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the talk of the town with his heroics in IPL 2025.
Australia vs South Africa Live Score Updates 2nd ODI
AUS vs SA Live Score 2nd ODI: South Africa look to clinch the series as they take on Australia in Mackay.
Stranger Things Actor Millie Bobby Brown And Husband Jake Bongiovi Adopt A Baby Girl: “And Then There Were 3”
The new parents wrote in a joint post, “And then there were 3”.
Captain Rohit Sharma “Deeply Cared About…”: Rahul Dravid Reflects His Tenure As India Head Coach
The Rahul Dravid-Rohit Sharma partnership turned out to be one of the most successful captain-coach pairings in the national team’s history.
Delhi High Court Junks Cases Filed By Neighbours After Fight Over Pet Dogs
The Delhi High Court has quashed FIRs lodged between neighbours due to a fight over the handling of pet dogs and directed them to pay Rs 10,000 each in costs…
India-Russia Partnership “Steadiest” Since World War II: S Jaishankar
India and Russia on Thursday vowed to expand their bilateral trade in a “balanced” manner and sustain energy cooperation with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
“SpaceX Lightly Handled Rocket Leak, Could’ve Been Fatal”: ISRO Chief
SpaceX had probably taken “lightly” the liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon-9 rocket that launched the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station, putting at risk the lives of four…
PM Modi To Unveil Rs 5,200 Crore Projects In Bengal Today Amid TMC Protests
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal on Friday to unveil a string of infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,200 crore and address a public rally in Dum Dum.
Indian Envoy Meets US Lawmakers Amid Trade Tensions Over New Tariffs
Indian envoy Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday met with prominent US lawmakers amid a strain in relations between Washington and New Delhi after President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent…
Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case: Karnataka Activist Arrested For Remarks Against BJP Leader
Karnataka Police arrested activist Mahesh Shetty Thimarody on Thursday from his residence in Ujire, Udupi district, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against BJP National Organising Secretary B.L. Santhosh, amid high…
Day After Attack, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Gets ‘Z’ Level VIP Security Shield
On Thursday, the Central Reserve Police Force took charge of the chief minister’s security as the Union government accorded ‘Z’ category VIP security cover to her.
DGCA Serves 4 Notices To Air India For Over 29 Safety Violations: Minister
The government on Thursday said that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had issued four show-cause notices to Air India over 29 violations.
3 School Girls Killed In Lightning Strike In Jharkhand
Four persons, including three girl students, died after being struck by lightning in separate incidents in Jharkhand on Thursday, police said.
Gang Rape Survivor Dies By Suicide In UP
A 23-year-old deaf and mute Dalit woman, who was allegedly abducted and gang-raped, was found hanging in a village in the Loni Police Station area here, the police said on…
Ex-Army Chief Hails India-China Progress On Boundary Question
Former Army chief Gen M M Naravane said it is “fortuitous” that India-China ties are “on the mend” with a number of initiatives announced at political, diplomatic and military levels…
Supreme Court’s Big Order On Delhi’s Stray Dogs Today: 10 Points
Will stray dogs be moved from streets of the National Capital Region to shelters to ensure human safety? The Supreme Court will announce its decision today after its earlier order…
Mob Attacks Police With Sticks, Chilli Powder In Rajasthan; 9 Arrested
A police team that responded to a clash and arson incident in a village in Rajasthan’s Pratapgarh district was attacked by locals, including women, who allegedly assaulted them with sticks…
School Assembly News Headlines (Aug 22): Top National, World, Sports Updates
School Assembly News Headlines (August 22, 2025): Staying updated on national, international, sports, and education news sharpens the mind and helps students become informed citizens.
Star Who Did “Even Better Than Shubman Gill” Snubbed From Asia Cup, BCCI Questioned
Shreyas Iyer was not the only major omission from India’s Asia Cup squad
Gautam Gambhir “Lets Go Of Those He Doesn’t Like”: India Head Coach Faces Massive Allegation By Ex-India Star
While commenting on Gautam Gambhir’s performance as India head coach and his backing of players, the ex-star gave a massive remark.
“Everybody Feels Safe”: Trump Visits Cops, Troops Deployed In Washington DC
President Donald Trump visited police and troops Thursday that he has deployed in the US capital in what he calls a crackdown on crime, saying they were going to “stay…
“Issues On Iran’s Nuclear Programme To Be Solved Through Dialogue And Diplomacy”: Minister
India has consistently maintained that issues related to Iran’s nuclear programme should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, while recognising Tehran’s “right to peaceful use of nuclear energy”, the government…
Student Found Dead At Andhra Pradesh College, Suicide Suspected: Police
Narasimha Naidu, an IIIT-Ongole student, was found dead at Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT) at Idupulapaya in Andhra Pradesh’s YSR Kadapa district on Thursday.
PM Modi To Inaugurate Development Projects Worth Rs 13,000 Crore In Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Bihar on Friday when he is scheduled to inaugurate development projects worth more than Rs 13,000 crore, including a bridge over the river…
5 Killed, 36 Injured In Bomb Attack On Colombia Air Base
Five people were killed and dozens were injured when a vehicle bomb ripped through a busy street in the Colombian city of Cali on Thursday, local authorities said.
US Stops Issuing Visas To Foreign Truck Drivers After Fatal Florida Crash
The United States has immediately stopped issuing visas for truck drivers, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Thursday, after a fatal crash raised anger within President Donald Trump’s base.
One In Five Students Rarely Feel Calm Or Motivated: Report
Students continue to face high levels of emotional distress, limited access to professional support, and growing uncertainty about their future, even as academic pressure remains the leading source of stress,…
Dravid opens up on Rohit Sharma’s role in India’s world cup win
Former Team India head coach Rahul Dravid has revealed his experience working with former skipper Rohit Sharma during their time together in the Indian dressing room. Under Dravid`s coaching and…
Trump Gives 2 Weeks To Assess Russia-Ukraine Peace Prospects
Donald Trump on Thursday set a two-week time frame for assessing peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, as the US president ramps up his efforts to negotiate an end to…
Active Shooter Reported At US’ Villanova University: Cops
Police responded Thursday to a report of an active shooter on the campus of Villanova University, days before the start of classes.
Case Registered Against YouTuber Punit Superstar For ‘Derogatory Remarks’ Against Mayawati
Police in Ghaziabad have registered a case against a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on social media, officials said on Thursday.
BIT Mesra Students Stage Protest After ‘Blade’ Attack On Female Student
Students of Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra, on Thursday staged a demonstration on the campus in protest against an alleged attack on a girl student.
2-Wheelers, Auto Barred: Delhi Pushes Safety-1st Model For UER-II Corridor
The government has rolled out a safety-first model for Delhi’s newly inaugurated Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), barring two-wheelers, autos, and slow-moving vehicles from the high-speed corridor.
Trump Administration Reviews 55 Million US Visa Holders For Deportation Violations
The State Department said Thursday that it’s reviewing the records of more than 55 million foreigners who hold valid U.S. visas for potential revocation or deportable violations of immigration rules.
Cameron Green`s batting position uncertain ahead of The Ashes
Ahead of the Ashes series, Cameron Green is uncertain if he would continue batting at the number three position against England. The all-rounder also said that he will likely take…
Sri Lanka`s Wanindu Hasaranga to miss ODIs against Zimbabwe due to injury
Sri Lanka`s star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga is set to miss the ODI series against Zimbabwe as he is still suffering from a hamstring injury. The Chevrons will host Sri Lanka…
After Poll Body Order, Bengal Suspends 4 Officials, But Doesn’t File Cases
The West Bengal government has partly complied with the Election Commission of India’s directive by suspending four officials of the Moyna and Baruipur Purba Assembly Constituencies for alleged voter list…
Gang Posing As CBI Officials Rob Rs 2.3 Crore In Delhi, 2 Arrested: Cops
A gang of robbers, including a woman, allegedly posing as Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials, looted around Rs 2.3 crore from a businessman’s office in Vivek Vihar, the police…
CBI Court Sentences 3 Postal Officials In Rs 1.21-Crore Forgery Case
A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court in Jabalpur has convicted and sentenced three officials of the Postal Department in Madhya Pradesh for their role in a corruption case that…
Lok Sabha Lost 84 Hours In Monsoon Session Due To Forced Adjournments
Parliament’s Monsoon session, which concluded on Thursday, saw frequent disruptions that overshadowed legislative business, with the House losing over 84 hours to forced adjournments, the highest in the 18th Lok…
Video: 2 Men Hang Off Earthmover To Stop Eviction Drive In Assam
In Assam’s Hojai district, two men were seen clinging onto an earthmover in a desperate attempt to resist a large-scale eviction drive on government land.
PM Modi On 2-Day Gujarat Visit From August 25, To Inaugurate PMAY Houses
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a two-day visit to Gujarat from August 25, during which he will inaugurate 1,449 houses and 130 shops built under the Pradhan Mantri…
Kriti Sanon shares how she manifested buying a penthouse in Mumbai for her paren
National Award-winning actress Kriti Sanon has established herself as one of the most sought-after stars of her generation. The actress, who is busy working on Cocktail 2, seems to be…
Russia’s Overnight Aerial Strike On Western Ukraine Kills 1, Injures 18
Russian overnight attack killed one person, injured at least 18, and struck a US electronics manufacturer in western Ukraine, Ukrainian officials said on Thursday.
Israel Approves Extended Offensive, Hammers Gaza City Overnight
Israel hammered Gaza City and its outskirts overnight, residents said Thursday, after the defence ministry approved an expanded offensive to target the remaining Hamas strongholds in the strip.
Others Got 2 Laddus, He Got 1. Then He Dialled Chief Minister’s Helpline
A villager in Madhya Pradesh’s Bhind district dialled the Chief Minister’s Helpline with an unusual grievance – he received only one laddu instead of two.
Spinner Keshav Maharaj opens up about being ranked as number one ODI bowler
South Africa`s star spinner Keshav Maharaj has reclaimed his top spot in the latest ICC ODI Men`s bowling rankings. He overtook Sri Lanka`s Maheesh Theekshana to secure the spot, according…
War 2 failure: YRF to pay Telugu producer Naga Vamsi Rs 22 crore?
Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s highly anticipated action thriller War 2 has failed to live up to the hype and faced a significant setback at the box office. The effect…
US Open: Carlos Alcaraz And Novak Djokovic Could Get Early Tests
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will face potential difficult American opponents when they begin their quest for another U.S. Open title
Air India, Air India Express Post Rs 9,568-Crore Loss Before Tax In Financial Year 2025
Air India and Air India Express together posted a loss before tax of Rs 9,568.4 crore in the financial year ended March 2025, according to the civil aviation ministry.
2 Bangladesh Border Guards Illegally Enter Tripura, 1 Detained
The Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday detained an armed Bangladeshi border guard who allegedly crossed into Indian territory through the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura.
“Discussed His Plan With Gaganyaan”: Rajnath Singh On Meeting Shubhanshu Shukla
After a successful mission to the International Space Station (ISS), Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Thursday met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during which they discussed his space journey, the vital…
US Embassy Contradicts Trump’s ‘USAID Fund For Voter Turnout In India’ Claim
The US Embassy in Delhi has contradicted President Donald Trump’s claims and said that it did not receive or provide $21 million for any voter turnout-related activities in India.
Manipur Violence Cases: Civil Society Body Seeks Supreme Court-Monitored SIT Probe
A civil society organisation comprising several prominent personalities that visited Manipur has recommended the setting up of a special investigating team (SIT) under the Supreme Court’s supervision to probe all…
Kiren Rijiju Says Monsson Session “Fruitful,” “Unsuccessful” For Opposition
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju described the Monsoon Session, which was marred by the opposition’s disruptions, as “fruitful and successful” for the country and the government but “unsuccessful and damaging”…
Madhya Pradesh To Launch Campaign Against ‘Makhanchor’ Tag For Lord Krishna
The Madhya Pradesh government will launch a campaign aimed at urging people to not call Lord Krishna ‘Makhanchor’,/i>, with the understanding that stories of the Hindu God stealing butter denoted…
Netanyahu Says He’ll Push For Gaza City Takeover Amid Renewed Ceasefire Talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday he will give final approval for the takeover of Gaza City while also restarting negotiations with Hamas aimed at returning all the remaining…
Trump Says Will Patrol Streets Of US Capital With Troops Thursday
US President Donald Trump will patrol the streets of Washington Thursday with police and National Guard troops he has deployed to the US capital.
Show Footage: BJP MLA After Doctor Claims He Assaulted Him At Delhi Hospital
An alleged assault on a doctor at a hospital in Delhi has sparked a huge political row between the ruling BJP and opposition Aam Aadmi Party.
Tariffs Aren’t Keeping Walmart From Attracting Shoppers And Outpacing Target
Walmart Inc. powered through an uncertain economic environment and tariff concerns to deliver solid second-quarter financial results Thursday, showing it keeps pulling in shoppers and outpacing peers like Target.
Case Against Journalist Abhisar Sharma For ‘Ridiculing’ Assam, Centre
The Guwahati Crime Branch on Thursday registered a First Information Report (FIR) against journalist and YouTuber Abhisar Sharma on the basis of a complaint filed by a local resident alleging…
China And Pakistan Agree To Launch New Economic Corridor Projects
Pakistan and China pledged to expand economic cooperation and investment under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a flagship program of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, officials said.
Parliament Session Over, Amit Shah Crafts BJP’s Poll Push in South
The monsoon session of Parliament wrapped up, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has shifted focus to the southern battlegrounds of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, signalling the BJP’s intent to expand…
“India Doesn’t Take Any Position On Matters Of Faith, Religion”: Minister On Dalai Lama’s Succession
The MEA said it has seen a statement issued by the 14th Dalai Lama in July about the institution of the Dalai Lama, and underlined that it “does not take…
“Married Partners Can’t Say They Want to Be Independent Of Each Other”: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court on Thursday said it was “impossible” that in a continuing marriage, a husband or a wife could say they want to be independent of their partner.
Rahul Gandhi Joins Second Leg Of ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ In Bihar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday joined the second leg of ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar, which is aimed at galvanising public opinion against the special intensive revision (SIR) of…
Overcrowded Monorail Train Halted For 12 Minutes To Offload Passengers
A Monorail train came to a halt for 12 minutes at Acharya Atre Chowk station in the city on Thursday morning, with officials stating that it was halted for offloading…
Man Kidnaps Infant In Delhi For Relative Seeking Male Child, Arrested
Delhi Police has arrested a man from Khetri in Rajasthan, who kidnapped an infant from central Delhi to hand the child over to a relative seeking a male child in…
Over 150 Booked During Protests Demanding Arrests In Rape Case In UP
Police booked 150 people for blocking a road here in the Shahpur area, who were sitting on a dharna demanding the arrest of two men in a recent rape case…
Delhi Civic Body Directs NGOs To Pick Up Stray Dogs From “Vulnerable” Spots, Keep Records
The MCD has directed all the NGOs working with it for sterilisation and immunisation of canines to first pick up “ferocious” dogs from the vulnerable places and maintain a record…
Mumbai Man Arrested After Duping 81-Year-Old Woman Of Rs 7.8 Crore
A man was arrested for alleged involvement in a racket in which an 81-year-old woman was duped of Rs 7.8 crore using the ‘digital arrest’ modus operandi, a Mumbai police…
IBPS Recruitment 2025: Last Date To Apply For 10,277 Clerk Posts Extended, Official Link Here
IBPS has extended the last date to apply online for IBPS Clerk 2025 recruitment. Candidates can now submit their forms till August 28, 2025. Check vacancies, eligibility, fees, and exam…
Indian Sports Ministry delivers verdict on sporting events against Pakistan
The Indian government has reformed a policy to deal with Pakistan in sports events and declared that the athletes and teams will be allowed to participate in the international sporting…
Rashmika Mandanna is happy after Dear Diary launch, FIA parade and Thama teaser
Actress Rashmika Mandanna`s heart did a little `happy dance` after back-to-back big updates, including the launch of her perfume line `Dear Diary`, followed by the FIA parade and the release…
Ex-India Star Joins R Ashwin, Gives ‘Big’ Take On Shreyas Iyer’s Asia Cup Snub
Shreyas Iyer’s omission from the 15-member contingent, as well as the five-man reserves, has sparked a huge debate in the fraternity.
Farah Khan is ‘eternally grateful’ to Tom Cruise for removing his shirt
Hollywood star Tom Cruise shared a video featuring behind-the-scenes moments from “Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning” and Indian filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan shared she is “eternally grateful” to him. Cruise took…
Varun Dhawan`s Badlapur 2 is in the works; here’s what we know
Varun Dhawan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui-starrer Badlapur was a huge hit in 2015. The film marked a huge transformation for Varun, where he proved his mettle as an actor as he…
Sanjay Dutt`s daughter Iqra reminds fans of Nargis; internet reacts
While Sanjay Dutt is often known to make news, his 15-year-old daughter, Iqra Dutt, has now become viral on the internet after her recent video surfaced on social media. Users…
Video: Party Worker Says “Love You, Dada” To Ajit Pawar. His Response…
Ajit Pawar conducted a review of development projects across Wardha district.
PM Modi, French President Macron Discuss Ukraine, Other Conflicts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday exchanged views on efforts for peaceful resolution of conflicts in Ukraine and in West Asia.
US Court Overturns $464 Million Civil Fraud Penalty Against Trump
A US court threw out a $464 million civil penalty against President Donald Trump imposed by a judge who found he fraudulently inflated his personal worth, calling the sum “excessive”…
US-Owned Business Among Sites Hit By Russian Attack On Western Ukraine
Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles against Ukraine overnight in the biggest barrage since mid-July, killing one person and wounding many others.
Autopsy Rules Out ‘Trauma’ In Frenchman Livestream Death
A post mortem on a Frenchman who died during a live stream found that he was not killed by trauma or a third party.
‘Misguided’ By Google Maps, Car Plunges Into Pond In UP: Cops
Four friends travelling from Meerut to Ambala to visit a temple had a narrow escape after their car, guided by Google Maps, plunged into a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Saharanpur…
Perpetrator Of Terror Can’t Be Equated With Victim: Centre On Pak In House
The Indian government has made it clear that Pakistan, the perpetrator of terrorism, “cannot be equated” with India, the victim of cross-border terrorism, the Centre told Parliament on Thursday.