Times of India

Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for Heroes, has sadly passed away. She was 36 years old when her representative confirmed the news. Panettiere gained fame as Claire Bennet on the sci-fi series Heroes. She also starred as Juliette Barnes in the drama Nashville. Her memoir detailed struggles with addiction and postpartum depression.

Throughout August, banks will have multiple closures due to various regional and national holidays. Customers are encouraged to verify the specific holiday hours pertinent to their state before heading to a branch. Key closures include August 25 and 26 for Milad-Un-Nabi and Thiruvonam, with an additional break on August 28 for Raksha Bandhan and other local celebrations. Fortunately, online and mobile banking services will remain available during this period.

Two youths were killed in Padunelli village following a dispute during a temple festival. An argument over gana songs escalated into violence, leading to the fatal attack. The victims were sitting near their homes when unidentified assailants attacked them with sickles. Residents allege police failed to take adequate preventive action after the initial altercation. Security has been increased in the village as police investigate the double murder.

A massive fire erupted at Hotel Bideshinii in Tarapith early Monday morning. Five guests were killed and several others critically injured in the devastating blaze. The fire quickly engulfed the hotel, trapping many guests who were asleep. Firefighters rushed to the scene and brought the flames under control. Injured individuals were transported to Rampurhat Government Medical College and Hospital.

In a highly anticipated World Cup showdown, India’s hockey team faces off against England. Highlighting the lineup are two seasoned players, both born prior to 1994. This match is crucial for India to break a long-standing World Cup losing streak against their rivals. Following a successful quarterfinal against England at the Paris Olympics, the team sees this as a key chance to enhance their World Cup legacy.

Javed Akhtar has publicly criticized Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari for his remarks about Hindus during the country's Independence Day festivities. Akhtar found Zardari's use of the term 'tolerate' in reference to minorities particularly troubling and alluded to the President's infamous moniker, 'Mr Ten Per Cent,' expressing his condemnation across social media platforms.

Accenture's CEO, Julie Sweet, has requested that employees delay their vacation in August. This temporary policy adjustment is designed to bolster staff presence as the company approaches the end of its financial year. Following disappointing quarterly results and a forecasted drop in revenue, Accenture is permitting employees to carry over unused vacation days into the next fiscal year to help enhance fourth-quarter outputs and revenue generation.

In 2025, Flipkart, Amazon, and Meesho topped the charts for consumer complaints among e-commerce platforms. The National Consumer Helpline handled an impressive 91 crore in refunds, mainly involving e-commerce disputes. The most common complaint highlighted was product non-delivery. Additionally, the Central Consumer Protection Authority penalized 47 platforms for unfair practices, while consumers can conveniently lodge complaints by dialing the toll-free number 1915.

The third day of the Test match between India and Sri Lanka is marred by significant rain interruptions, complicating the game. India is currently in a strong position, thanks to Devdutt Padikkal's impressive score of 167 runs. The team aims to boost their score before the bowling unit takes the stage.

On July 15, the entertainment world mourned the passing of actress Ananya Raj at the young age of twenty-seven. Nearly a month later, her family shared the heartbreaking news, revealing that she had been grappling with severe physical and mental health challenges over the previous year. Ananya was a celebrated figure in both Bollywood and regional films. The Indian Cine Workers Association has voiced deep sorrow for her untimely departure.

Brittany Mahomes sparked attention after the Kansas City Chiefs suffered a 20-12 preseason loss to the Los Angeles Rams. After supporting Patrick Mahomes and their three children at Arrowhead Stadium, she headed to Texas with friends for an Ella Langley concert. Her carefree night out quickly became a talking point among fans, while Brittany also recently opened up about how motherhood has reshaped her priorities, motivation and outlook on life.