Achyut Potdar, professor from 3 Idiots, passes away at 91
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, widely remembered for his impactful role in 3 Idiots, passed away at the age of 91. He breathed his last on August 18, 2025, at Jupiter…
Shubman Gill Snubbed As Ambati Rayudu Picks India’s Next ODI Captain
Shubman Gill, who had a brilliant outing with the bat during the recently-concluded Test series against England, is not certain about his spot in the Asia Cup squad.
Sinquefield Cup: R Praggnanandhaa Outplays D Gukesh
Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa outplayed World Champion D Gukesh in the opening round of the Sinquefield Cup Chess tournament to rise to the third position in live world rankings.
National Sports Governance Bill Becomes An Act After President Droupadi Murmu’s Assent
The National Sports Governance Bill has become an Act after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the landmark legislation that promises to revamp India’s sports administration.
Akash Deep, Ishan Kishan to miss Duleep Trophy in injury blow to selectors
India pacer Akash Deep and wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan, the East Zone captain, will miss the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against North Zone as both players are recovering from their respective…
Ameesha Patel And Anil Sharma End Their Feud, Director Shares Gadar 3 Update
He also added that fans will not have to wait long for Gadar 3, compared to the 22 years they waited for Gadar 2
India women’s ODI WC squad settled but selectors face tricky questions
India’s recent run of victories has bolstered confidence but the women’s selection panel, headed by Neetu David, will face some tricky questions on the inclusion of Shafali Verma and pacer…
“Kamal Haasan Is Not Affected By Number Game,” Says Daughter Shruti On Thug Life Disaster
“I don’t think that numbers game affects him in the way that people perceive,” says Shruti
Ram Gopal Varma Challenges Dog Lovers To Open Guestrooms For Strays: “They Lecture From AC Homes…”
Ram Gopal Varma is the one of the few celebrities who has a contrarian view on the top court’s order on stray dogs
Focus shifts to Bumrah, Gill in build-up to Asia Cup 2025
When the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee sits down on Tuesday to pick the team for the upcoming T20 Asia Cup (September 9 to 28 in UAE), there are two names…
How Gurugram Plans To Solve Issues Of Open Garbage Burning, Drainage, Power Crisis
Under an action plan, joint efforts will be made for cleanliness, road repairs, drainage, providing shelter to stray animals, trimming and proper disposal of trees around power lines, and stopping…
Zelensky Thanks Melania Trump For Writing Peace Note To Putin
Volodymyr Zelensky opened his one-on-one meeting with Donald Trump on Monday by thanking the First Lady Melania Trump for sending a personal letter to the Vladimir Putin pleading for peace…
Donald Trump Says He’s Setting Up Direct Meeting For Zelensky, Putin Over Ukraine Truce
President Trump says he called President Putin and began arranging a meeting between President Putin and President Zelensky, a critical step toward bringing a possible end to Russia’s war on…
Who Is Harjinder Singh, India-Origin Truck Driver Involved In Fatal Florida Crash
At least three people were killed in the United States after a semi-truck driver made a rogue U-turn on a highway in Florida’s St. Lucie County last week.
Man Sleeping In Car After Partying At Gurugram Club Gets Carjacked
A man sleeping in a car near a club here was allegedly taken hostage by three youths who broke into his four-wheeler, drove him to some place before throwing him…
AAP Walks From Manish Sisodia’s “Do Anything To Win” Punjab Poll Remark
The Aam Aadmi Party has distanced itself from senior leader Manish Sisodia’s ‘do whatever it takes to win’ message to party workers prepping for the 2027 Punjab Assembly election.
Our IITs Will Be Bedrock Of A Self-Reliant India: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that the government is ready to support India’s innovators and researchers.
Heroes Of Kishtwar: How Local Volunteers Responded To Cloudburst Tragedy
When massive boulders, giant conifer trees from mountains came crashing down with mounds of slush, it flattened the yatra base camp at Chisoti in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar and reduces…
Who Is B Sudershan Reddy, Opposition’s Candidate For Vice President Polls
The Opposition has picked former Supreme Court judge Justice B. Sudershan Reddy as its candidate for the upcoming Vice-Presidential election.
Man’s Body Found In Blue Drum In Rajasthan, Wife And Her Lover Detained
A woman and her alleged lover were detained on Monday, a day after her husband’s rotting body was found in a drum in their rented house in Rajasthan’s Khairthal-Tijara.
`Shubman can play anchor role`: Ex-BCCI chief selector Sunil Joshi
India Test captain Shubman Gill last played a T20 international more than a year ago. But his record-breaking run on the recent England tour and blistering IPL form have reignited…
Sikandar Director AR Murugadoss On Challenges To Shoot With Salman Khan: “He Turned Up Only By 8 PM”
AR Murugadoss further shared reasons why it is not easy to shoot with a star
Have you heard? Ajay Devgn to produce Siddhant Chaturvedi`s next
Ajay backs younger talent Superstar Ajay Devgn is reportedly set to produce an ambitious period action-creature film for an OTT giant, with Siddhant Chaturvedi in the lead. The buzz is…
Manoj Bajpayee Reacts To Supreme Court Order On Stray Dogs: “They Didn’t Choose The Streets, But…”
Actor Manoj Bajpayee offered a more neutral take on the matter
After Asia Cup Snub, Babar Azam And Mohammad Rizwan Now Handed ‘Central Contracts’ Blow
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have been penalised for their consistently poor show across all marquee events
CSK Batter Turns All-Rounder, Sends Clear Message To BCCI Amid Continuous Selection Snub
Chennai Super Kings regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad showed a completely different side of him to his fans.
Coolie vs War 2: Megastars and masala not enough for box office
Fireworks were expected at the box office with two tentpole movies, Coolie and War 2, releasing over the Independence Day weekend. Despite strong openings, both films are said to be…
Amitabh Bachchan, who plays Jatayu in Ramayana, approached to voice narrator
Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has an all-star cast that’s hard to rival. While Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi portray the lead roles of Lord Rama, Ravana, and Sita respectively, the…
“Zero Tolerance”: Mahindra Group As Staff Sends Rape, Death Threats To BJD MP
The BJD MP had posted screenshots of the rape and death threats written by the Mahindra Group employee, identified as Satyabrata Nayak.
“Unilateral Bullying Rampant”: What China Told India Amid Trump Tariff War
Five years after their armies fought a pitched battle in Galwan, India and China are working to mend ways as the Donald Trump administration in the US steps up the…
OpenAI Launches New ‘ChatGPT Go’ Plan In India, Check Prices, Features
OpenAI has announced ChatGPT Go, its new subscription plan priced at Rs 399 a month that packs in increased message limits, image generation and file uploads for users in India.
Centre Takes 5 Pledges To Make India Developed Nation: Piyush Goyal
The Centre has taken five pledges as it began its 100-day transformation agenda to move fast towards making India a developed nation, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said.
Boy, 14, Accidentally Shoots Self Dead While ‘Playing’ With Gun In Punjab
In a shocking incident, a 14-year-old school boy shot himself dead after a loaded licensed pistol went off while he was allegedly playing with it at his home in Punjab’s…
Why Team Trump Revoked Over 6,000 Visas In Latest Crackdown On Immigration
In a renewed crackdown on illegal immigration in the United States, President Donald Trump’s administration has revoked over 6,000 visas, the State Department said on Monday.
Schools, Colleges Shut In 7 Karnataka Districts Amid Heavy Rain Today
The administrations of seven districts in Karnataka declared a holiday for schools and colleges on Tuesday in various taluks following heavy and incessant rain, officials said.
“Allow Parliament To Felicitate” Shubhanshu Shukla: Kiren Rijiju To Opposition
Union Kiren Rijiju appealed to Opposition parties to allow Parliament to felicitate Axiom-4 Mission Pilot and IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, along with Indian scientists, for the country’s recent success…
Speech, Hearing Impaired Teen Allegedly Gang-Raped In Assam, 4 Arrested
Four people, including a minor, have been arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 14-year-old speech and hearing impaired girl inside an autorickshaw in Assam.
PM Modi Asks Shubhanshu Shukla About “Homework” He Gave, Astronaut Responds
The two met at the Prime Minister’s residence in New Delhi on Monday.
Want To Secure A Job At The Earliest? Top Online Platforms That Can Actually Help You
Jobseekers who combine smart job searches with skill development and preparation are more likely to succeed in 2025.
Thama Teaser: Ayushmann Khurrana And Rashmika Mandanna Team Up For A Bloody Love Story
The Aditya Sarpotdar film is set to release in theatres in Diwali 2026
“Played For RCB, Did Nothing”: Ambati Rayudu Breaks Long Silence On Kevin Pietersen’s ‘Joker’ Jibe
Ambati Rayudu said that he could’ve shut down Kevin Pietersen over the ‘joker’ jibe during the IPL 2024 final but chose not to.
The Real Gopal Patha vs What His Family Says About His Bengal Files Character By Vivek Agnihotri
Vivek Agnihotri’s latest film The Bengal Files has landed in hot water over the portrayal of Gopal Patha
On Set Of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar In Leh, Over 120 People Fall Ill Due To Food Poisoning
As per media reports, director Aditya Dhar is personally looking into the situation and arranging for the best medical resources
Vivek Agnihotri Targets TMC Amid The Bengal Files Row: “FIRs Filed On Us By Ruling Party Members”
“The police came..cut the wire then I was told that the ruling party filed many FIRs as we stand here today,” said Vivek Agnihotri
Toll Plaza Fined Rs 20 Lakh After Staff Ties Up, Thrashes Soldier With Stick
State-owned NHAI has imposed a Rs 20 lakh fine on the toll collection agency of Bhuni toll plaza in Meerut where an Army personnel was beaten up by toll staff,…
Odisha Auto Driver Sexually Assaults Minor Girl, Threatens To Set Her On Fire
An autorickshaw driver was arrested for sexually assaulting a minor girl and allegedly threatening to set her on fire if she resisted in Odisha’s Cuttack.
Putin, Zelensky Closer To Peace Talks Than Ever After Trump Talks
Russian and Ukrainian presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky looked set for a peace summit after fast-moving talks Monday between Donald Trump and European leaders that focused on the key…
France Calls For Sanctions Against Russia If Diplomacy Fails
French President Emmanuel Macron called Monday for stepping up sanctions against Russia if its leader Vladimir Putin does not move forward on peace with Ukraine.
Security Guarantees For Ukraine To Be Worked Out Within 10 Days, Says Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday after his meeting with US President Donald Trump and European leaders that security guarantees for Kyiv will likely be worked out within 10…
Video: 5 Injured After High-Rise Ride Crashes At Temple Fair In Gujarat
Five persons, two of them children, were severely injured after a high-rise spinning ride crashed at a crowded temple fair in Gujarat’s Navsari district, police said on Monday.
Donald Trump Revokes Over 6,000 Student Visas For Overstays, Crimes
The administration of President Donald Trump has revoked more than 6,000 student visas for overstays and breaking the law, including a small minority for “support for terrorism,” a State Department…
Shubhanshu Shukla Shows Pics Of Earth From Space During Meet With PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla this evening, a day after the astronaut returned to India after his historic visit to the International Space Station (ISS).
Video: Woman Cop Asks Auto To Stop, Drunk Driver Drags Her For 120 Metres
A reckless incident has emerged from Maharashtra wherein a woman traffic cop was dragged for over 100 metres by an auto driven by a drunk man.
Italy’s PM Meloni Greets US Aide With ‘Namaste’
Amid the hubbub of Trump’s multilateral meeting with European Union leaders and Zelenskyy, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s arrival grabbed eyeballs as she greeted the Chief of Protocol of the…
2 Sikh Men Assaulted By Teenagers In Racist Attack In UK, Video Emerges
In a hate crime in the UK, two Sikh men were assaulted by three teenagers last Friday (August 15), causing a massive uproar. The racist attack occurred outside a railway…
Mumbai Continues To Witness Heavy Rain, Schools Shut, Local Trains Delayed
Mumbai witnessed severe inundation in low-lying areas, delayed local train services and traffic snarls at various places on Tuesday morning as there was no respite from heavy rains in the…
PM Modi Chairs High-level Meet With Ministers On Next-Generation Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday chaired a high-level meeting, which included top Union ministers, secretaries and economists, to deliberate on the roadmap for the next generation reforms.
“Those Left Out Can Submit Aadhaar To Include Their Name”: Poll Body On Bihar Draft Roll
The Election Commission said people who have been left out of Bihar’s draft voter list can submit a copy of their Aadhaar to include their name in the electoral roll,…
School Assembly News Headlines (August 19, 2025): Top National, World, Sports, Education Updates
School Assembly Headlines For Aug 18: Check the top student assembly news headlines for today, August 19.
Centre Directs States, Union Territories To Audit And Repair Unsafe School Buildings
Authorities have been instructed to demolish or repair unsafe structures and ensure they are not used until certified as safe by competent engineers.
IGNOU Diploma Course Book On Early Childhood Care Released In Odia
IGNOU will offer its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, along with doctoral diplomas, diplomas, certificate courses, Bachelor of Vocational Studies, Travel and Tourism Management, BBA, MBA, and several other programmes in…
South Africa Pacer Kagiso Rabada Out Of Australia ODI Series With Injury
Left-arm 19-year-old quick Kwena Maphaka, who claimed a leading nine wickets in the T20 series, has been added to the squad but was overlooked for the series-opener.
The Bengal Files Actor Sourav Das, Who Plays Gopal Patha, On The Row: “If I Play Hitler…”
“If I play Hitler any day, that wouldn’t turn me into a Nazi supporter,” Sourav Das argued
India’s Asia Cup Squad 2025: R Ashwin Makes Stunning Selection Call, Snubs This Top Star
Ravichandran Ashwin didn’t flinch as he snubbed some top stars while picking his India squad for the Asia Cup 2025.
Who Is Sahher Bambba? The Leading Lady In Aryan Khan’s “The Ba***Ds Of Bollywood”
Sahher Bambba stepped into Bollywood with Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas in 2019
“Hamare Saamne Virat Kohli Hai”: Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan Sent Blunt Message After Asia Cup Snub
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have received a request from a former Pakistan cricketer after the duo were left out of Pakistan’s Asia Cup 2025 squad.
BJP MLA Demands UP’s Ghazipur Be Named After Seer Parashuram’s Son
BJP MLA from Bansdih Assembly constituency, Ketki Singh, on Monday urged the Centre and the state government to rename Ghazipur after Maharishi Gautam, the father of Maharishi Parashuram.
Old US Spy Satellite Images To Guide New Blueprint For Ganga Revival
The Uttar Pradesh government announced on Monday that, in a historic initiative to chart a course for the Ganga River’s future through its past, the National Mission for Clean Ganga…
India Bloc Meets To Discuss Opposition’s Joint Vice President Candidate
The INDIA bloc is holding a meet to finalise the Opposition candidate for the Vice President post — the election is on September 9.
Row Over No Mention Of Kuki Militants In Answer Choices On Manipur Crisis, Assam Panel Points At Question Setters
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has on its part denied any mala fide intent in including a controversial question on the Manipur violence in a paper for selecting agricultural…
Video: Car Evades Them, Cops Follow It For 30 Minutes In Movie-Style Chase
Police attempted to stop a hatchback suspected to be carrying drugs at a toll plaza in Punjab, but the driver accelerated instead. What followed was a 30-minute chase through the…
“Strict Action Should Be Taken”: Soldier’s Father On UP Toll Plaza Assault
A disturbing incident unfolded at the Bhuni Toll Plaza in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, where Indian Army soldier Kapil Singh was brutally assaulted by toll staff on August 17.
Trinamool Leader Anubrata Mondal Gets Bail In Police Officer Abuse Case
A court granted bail to TMC leader Anubrata Mondal after he surrendered in the court and moved an anticipatory relief petition in connection with the case of alleged use of…
3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Kangra In Himachal Pradesh
Tremors were felt in parts of Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district after an earthquake of 3.9 intensity struck near Dharamshala town on Monday evening at 9.28 pm.
Haryana Rights Panel Cites Shakespeare’s ‘Julius Caesar’ After Aadhaar Shows Living Man Dead
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo-motu cognisance of a media report highlighting an incident where a serving employee of the Public Health Department was allegedly denied his salary…
Apoorva Mukhija’s Ex-Boyfriend Accuses Her Of Cheating, Bullying: ” Never Try To Gain Sympathy By Fabricating Lies Or…”
“When I was being falsely painted as a cheat and an abuser because of things you said,” wrote Utsav Dahiya
Australia vs South Africa Live Updates 1st ODI: Proteas Change Gear, Mitchell Marsh An Co Desperate For Wickets
Australia vs South Africa Live Updates 1st ODI: Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton have started the proceedings for South Africa.
Hasan Minhaj Fanboys Over Zakir Khan, First Indian To Headline A Hindi Show At Madison Square Garden: “A Historic Night”
Zakir Khan performed at the iconic venue in New York on August 17 as part of his North America tour
Ludhiana’s Anmoljit Singh, Who Idolised Harbhajan Singh, Named In India U-19 Tour To Australia
Young cricketer Anmoljit Singh from Ludhiana has earned a place in the India Under-19 cricket team for the upcoming tour of Australia.
“Can’t Make Selections Like That”: India Great Fires ‘Shubman Gill Warning’ To Ajit Agarkar
Shubman Gill’s potential selection for the Asia Cup 2025 has met strong resistance.
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Contestant Fails To Answer This Rs 50 Lakh Question About Wimbledon. Can You?
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television
War 2 Box Office Collection Day 5: Hrithik Roshan And Jr NTR’s Film Face The Heat Of Monday Blues
The film minted Rs 8.50 crore in all languages on Monday
School Assembly News Headlines (August 19): Top National, World, Other News
School Assembly Headlines For Aug 18: Check the top student assembly news headlines for today, August 19.
Leeds Beat Everton For Perfect Start To Premier League Return
Lukas Nmecha’s controversial late penalty gave Leeds lift-off on their return to the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Everton at a jubilant Elland Road on Monday.
AIFF Moves To Supreme Court Over Urgent Need For Clarity On ISL’s Future Structure
According to the federation, the matter came up for hearing on Monday morning after the Amicus Curiae informed the Court about the issue.
India’s Asia Cup 2025 Squad Announcement Live Updates: Shubman Gill Drama Set To Define Selection Meeting
India’s Asia Cup 2025 Squad Announcement Live Updates: The big day is finally here as India’s squad for the upcoming Asia Cup will be announced today, August 19.
“Bilkul Nahi Khelna Chahiye”: Ex-India Star Slams Asia Cup 2025 Match vs Pakistan
The Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan is scheduled to be played on September 14 in Dubai.
Serhou Guirassy Sends Borussia Dortmund Through Against Local Rival Essen In German Cup
Serhou Guirassy fired Borussia Dortmund into the second round of the German Cup with a 1-0 win at nearby Rot-Weiss Essen on Monday.
Coolie Box Office Collection Day 5: Rajinikanth’s Film Sees Major Dip On First Monday
On first Monday, the film earned Rs 12 crore across all languages
Carlos Alcaraz Wins Cincinnati Open As Jannik Sinner Retires
Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness in the first set.
Home Hero Oscar Piastri To Have Australian F1 Grandstand Named After Him
Oscar Piastri will have a grandstand named after him at the Australian Grand Prix from next year, an honour the McLaren driver said was “surreal”.
Iga Swiatek Wins Cincinnati Open Title, Defeats Jasmine Paolini
Third-ranked Iga Swiatek captured the Cincinnati Open title for the first time by defeating No. 7 Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4 on Monday night.
3 Idiots Actor Achyut Potdar, Known For Kehna Kya Chahte Ho Dialogue, Dies At 91
The actor died at Jupiter Hospital in Thane, where he had been admitted due to health complications
13-Year-Old Girl ‘Kidnapped, Forcibly Married, Raped’ In Delhi; 4 Arrested
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly trafficked, married off in Uttar Pradesh for monetary benefits and raped after she left home in Delhi’s Bharat Nagar following a dispute with her father…
Kim Jong Un Urges “Rapid Expansion” Of North Korea’s Nuclear Capability
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called Tuesday for the “rapid expansion” of the country’s nuclear weapons capability, citing ongoing US-South Korea military exercises that he said could “ignite a…
Trump Approval Holds At 40%, Lowest Level Of His Term: Poll
President Donald Trump’s approval rating held at 40% in recent weeks, matching the lowest level of his current term, amid weak ratings from Hispanic voters, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll…
“He Wants To Make Deal With…”: Trump’s Hot Mic Moment On Putin Goes Viral
Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky looked set for a peace summit after fast-moving talks on Monday between US commander-in-chief Donald Trump and European leaders, focusing on the key issue of…
Supreme Court Rejects Petition Challenging 2024 Maharashtra Polls
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a petition challenging the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections on grounds of alleged irregularities in votes cast after 6 pm.
Opposition Walks Out Of Rajya Sabha Demanding Discussion On Bihar Rolls Revision
Opposition MPs on Monday staged a walkout in the Rajya Sabha, demanding a discussion on electoral rolls revision in Bihar.
“Rope Was Pushed By…”: Ambati Rayudu’s Big Revelation On Suryakumar Yadav’s T20 WC Final Catch
Ex-India batter Ambati Rayudu has made a staggering claim on the T20 World Cup 2024 final catch taken by Suryakumar Yadav.