National News

Videos and photographs of school buses stranded near Subhash Chowk, with children reportedly stuck inside for hours, went viral on social media, triggering widespread anger among residents.

A total of 23 letterheads of UPPK were seized from the possession of the arrested militants, it said, adding that the insurgents confessed to their involvement in kidnapping, extortion and intimidation

Dolly Parton's influence transcends country music, showcased during her electrifying NFL halftime show, where she donned a cheerleader outfit and captivated over 90,000 fans at AT&T Stadium. Her Tennessee roots shone as she performed 'Rocky Top' at Neyland Stadium and engaged in collaborations with ESPN, earning recognition from the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame as a genuine icon of the state.

Luka Doncic’s Slovenia night out has sparked fresh dating speculation after the Lakers star was reportedly at the same Ljubljana venue as former Playboy model Anja Jenko. The 34-year-old Slovenian model appeared on Playboy’s cover in 2014 and has more than 124000 Instagram followers. However, there is no confirmed report that she and Doncic are romantically involved.

The Bournvita issue had drawn scrutiny in 2023 over its sugar content and nutritional claims, particularly its marketing to children

Chungreng Koren thought his UFC dream had slipped away twice. Now, after rebuilding himself following the loss to Rabindra Dhant and submitting an unbeaten opponent in the Road to UFC quarterfinals, the Manipuri fighter is one win from the tournament final. But as Koren prepares for Japan’s Ryo Tajima in Shanghai, the opportunity carries a different kind of pressure - he is no longer fighting only for himself, but with the expectations of a country watching.

A video shows a government fire brigade vehicle washing a BJP MLA's private car. The incident occurred outside the official residence of MLA Ramniwas Shah in Singrauli. Three fire brigade personnel were seen using a hose to spray water on the vehicle. This alleged misuse of government resources has sparked social media attention. Neither the MLA nor the department has issued an official statement yet.

The village headman, Sukhdev, arrived at the venue and began firing as he was not invited to the function

The BSP is an Ambedkarite party that guarantees respect for all sections of society and the safety of their lives, property and religion, says BSP supremo Mayawati

The United States has submitted a civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress. This pact will only proceed if Riyadh agrees to normalize relations with Israel. Congress has ninety days to review the proposed thirty-year agreement for potential nuclear proliferation concerns. The deal facilitates US companies' involvement in Saudi Arabia's nuclear program development. Saudi Arabia's stance on Palestinian statehood remains a significant hurdle for normalization.

Ramiz Raja's comments came after 21 former international captains wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their appeal for proper medical treatment and better conditions for Imran. The group includes Indian cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and Dilip Vengsarkar. The appeal followed concerns that a recent medical examination did not fully meet the directions issued by Pakistan's Supreme Court.

Tukaram Mundhe leads Maharashtra's aggressive food safety crackdown, inspecting thousands of food businesses. His teams have conducted over 3,000 raids, suspending permits and uncovering numerous violations. The campaign now targets loose edible oil sales, enforcing regulations from 2011. Traders express concern over mandatory packaging, while the FDA cites adulteration risks. The FDA seized over Rs 5 crore worth of edible oil during recent inspections.

Over the past few years, the politics in West Bengal has hinged on the electoral contest between Suvendu Adhikari and Mamata Banerjee

The bus was carrying 42 passengers who were travelling from Hyderabad to Eluru via Vijayawada when the accident took place at about 4.55 a.m.

Former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan discussed Operation Sindoor's success. He indicated loitering munitions were deployed near Sargodha during the operation. These munitions searched for radars and may have struck Kirana Hills. This occurred after failing to locate their intended targets in the region. Chauhan's comments clarified the operation's impact on the Pakistani hills.

Delhi has reported 1,777 H1N1 cases this year, while Karnataka had recorded 4,212 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases across 32 districts by August 22. Maharashtra, too, has reported a rise in H1N1 infections

India called for collective international action to safeguard critical sea lanes and maritime infrastructure. Secure shipping routes are essential for uninterrupted movement of vital commodities globally. Conflicts and attacks on maritime routes threaten food and energy supplies worldwide. India stressed the need for unimpeded humanitarian access and objective supply chain assessments. Strengthening domestic agriculture and diversifying supply chains are crucial for food security.

In a landmark move, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been awarded an unprecedented compensation package of $96.5 million, underscoring the firm’s strides in artificial intelligence and cloud services. This pay structure, predominantly reliant on stock and performance incentives, ties Nadella's earnings to both shareholder returns and overall revenue, aligning executive remuneration with crucial business objectives.