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Sunita Ahuja and son, Yashvardhan, were spotted outside a Family Court in Mumbai amid her ongoing public spat with husband Govinda, triggering speculation about divorce proceedings. There is no official confirmation of any filing.

Kiara Advani shared her experience of performing a water-bowl act for a circus-themed sequence in Toxic. The actress said taking on unfamiliar challenges taught her new skills and helped push her beyond her comfort zone.

Speaking to ANI, Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe stated that the FDA is currently awaiting the written copy of the court's order to determine the next course of action regarding the establishment involved.

Two students have tested positive for H1N1, while one staff member is undergoing treatment. Health experts caution that the confirmed H1N1 cases do not mean all affected individuals have the virus, as other influenza strains and respiratory infections can cause similar symptoms.

Under the revised public charge guidance, USCIS officers may consider means-tested benefits such as housing assistance, food aid and certain college financial aid when assessing whether an applicant is likely to become dependent on government support.

The Central government has begun preliminary discussions on reintroducing E10 petrol as an option for older vehicles alongside E20 fuel. The talks follow concerns from owners of older vehicles and two-wheelers over fuel compatibility and mileage. However, officials are yet to reach any decision amid logistical and supply-chain challenges

The searches, conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), included the Mohammad Ali Jauhar University and its trust and are aimed at tracing alleged proceeds of crime, financial records, documents and digital evidence linked to the diversion and use of government funds

Former BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said financial pressures contributed to his decision to quit the party after five years. I don't have money to pay rent, he told, adding that working for BJP 24/7/365 left little opportunity for other work.

Iran has rejected Trump's plans to seize the waterway. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi described the proposed takeover as a fanciful delusion, while Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said the Strait would not reopen until Tehran's conditions were met.

The UAE has issued a missile threat alert after its air defence systems detected a possible missile targeting the country. Authorities urged residents to remain in secure locations and follow official updates. The warning came a day after a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding aimed at ending the Middle East conflict expired.

The Sensex opened at 77,218.05, down 17.41 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Nifty started the session at 24,152.05, declining 2.85 points or 0.01 per cent.

Gold was trading at Rs 1,55,470, down 0.30 per cent, while silver declined 0.96 per cent to Rs 2,35,763. Markets are now pricing in a higher chance of the US Federal Reserve keeping rates unchanged in September after weaker economic data.

Two female employees of AIIMS Jammu, including a doctor and a staff nurse, died under mysterious circumstances within 48 hours in Jammu and Samba districts. Police have launched a joint investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths and whether there is any connection between the two cases.

RANA celebrated RANA Day and India's Independence Day in New York with a luncheon honouring cardiologist Dr. Samin K. Sharma following his appointment as Chief of Clinical Cardiology at Mount Sinai. The event also highlighted RANA's social welfare and education initiatives for marginalised communities in Rajasthan. R

On India's 80th Independence Day, the Gujarat Forest Department and Vantara released 20 blackbucks into Kutch's Banni Grasslands to restore native herbivore populations and rebuild the local ecosystem.

Axis Bank will revise credit card rules from August 28, raising the DCC fee to 3.5 percent and limiting rewards on gift cards, road fees, bridges and toll payments.

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda underwent angioplasty at AIIMS Delhi on August 17 and is currently stable and under observation in the hospital's Cardiology Department, according to AIIMS officials.

Indian equity benchmarks extended their losses on Tuesday, with the Sensex falling 493 points, or 0.63 per cent, to 77,235.46 and the Nifty declining 132.75 points, or 0.55 per cent, to 24,154.90 amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

He said the cancellation of 14 JSSC and TDPL exams marks the success of the first stage, but stressed that students need a permanent system to prevent paper leaks, question-paper irregularities and other forms of malpractice.

Filmmaker and actor Anurag Kashyap recently enjoyed a dinner outing with director Imtiaz Ali, friends and family. However, Kashyap's red T-shirt featuring the phrase dimagi nakal grabbed attention on social media.

Two snakes were spotted at Shah Rukh Khan's Mumbai residence, Mannat, on Monday evening, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Nag Panchami. Snake rescuer Vicky Dubey and Forest Department officials reached the property, where one snake was identified as a non-venomous Dhaman, or Indian rat snake, and safely rescued and released.

It also interpreted Vijay's appeal to the public to continue supporting him as a sign that he may be concerned about losing public support. The newspaper further claimed that some voters were beginning to regret their decision to support him.

A Bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta also declined to refer earlier judgments to a larger Bench. However, the Court said the issue could be reconsidered if compelling scientific evidence on alternative methods emerges.

Veteran Ladakhi leaders Thupstan Chhewang and Tashi Gyalson met Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and urged the administration to withdraw cases against youth linked to the September 24, 2025, Leh violence. They also sought financial assistance for affected families, early submission of the inquiry report and an early meeting with the Centre on the broader Ladakh issue.

An Instagram account named Dimagi Naxal Party reportedly gained over 1.6 lakh followers within a day after PM Narendra Modi used the term during his Independence Day speech. The page, whose owner remains unidentified, is currently unavailable.

A heavy rush of devotees on Nag Panchami triggered a stampede-like situation near Mahakal Temple in Ujjain on Monday. Around 13 devotees were reportedly taken to Ujjain District Hospital by relatives and security personnel. A video showed devotees pushing amid the crowd surge.

In a striking Independence Day gesture, the parents of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Abid Ramzan Sheikh hoisted the Tricolour at their home in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir. The photograph went viral on social media, drawing praise and highlighting a powerful message of patriotism. The gesture also brought back memories of 2021, when Muzaffar Wani, father of slain Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, had hoisted the national flag.

The Sensex declined 281.09 points, or 0.36 per cent, to close at 77,728.16, while the Nifty fell 78.35 points, or 0.32 per cent, to settle at 24,287.65.

The BJP has replaced longtime IT cell chief Amit Malviya with Chhattisgarh's Deepak Mhaskey in a major organisational reshuffle. The party also appointed four new social media coordinators, while Anil Baluni will continue as Media Convenor.

The central bank urged lenders to identify risks linked to new products and technology-driven business models early, strengthen grievance redressal and comply with digital lending rules and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. I

Security agencies have launched a coordinated crackdown across 14 states, detaining 253 people and making major recoveries in a probe into the ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti terror network. The operation, conducted ahead of Independence Day, uncovered IEDs, grenades bearing Pakistan Ordnance Factory markings, pistols, ammunition and CCTV cameras allegedly used for espionage. In J&K agencies are also keeping a close watch on local gangsters suspected of links with Bhatti.

Hema Malini has praised Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta-starrer Batwara 1947, highlighting its message of humanity, mutual respect and harmony over hatred and division. She also lauded the performances of Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol and Preity Zinta

Gold rose Rs 600 to Rs 1,56,800 per 10 grams in Delhi as a weaker dollar and firm global markets supported demand, while silver stayed flat.

Alia took to Instagram to share snippets from their peaceful and serene vacation, with Raha Kapoor seen enjoying the exotic sea views while seated comfortably between Ranbir and Alia. In another picture, Alia was seen sleeping beside Raha on the bed.

Sobhita Dhulipala exuded South Indian vibes in a traditional orange saree as she attended Janani Bandla and Surya Teja Chilukuri's wedding celebrations in Hyderabad with husband Naga Chaitanya. The actress flaunted her sindoor and posed with Naga, who complemented her look in an ivory outfit.

BJP President Nitin Nabin on Monday announced the party's new national team, appointing former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat and Ram Madhav as national Vice Presidents.

The CBI took over the investigation following a recommendation by the Madhya Pradesh government and subsequent directions from the Supreme Court. The agency has conducted forensic examination, scene recreation and digital analysis as part of its probe.

The Mumbai Fire Brigade launched firefighting and evacuation operations after employees were stranded on upper floors. Firefighters used ladders to rescue people through windows. No injuries have been reported so far, while the cause of the fire remains unknown.

Ranveer Singh's father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani reportedly, is set to meet IMPPA amid the ongoing dispute surrounding Don 3. Meanwhile, Ranveer's upcoming film Pralay has officially gone on floors.

US President Donald Trump has welcomed the Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, calling it a ig, bold and important first step towards stronger collective defence.

Lakshmi Mittal-led company's unit said key power-generation and blast-furnace facilities were damaged, forcing production to be partially halted. The facility is Ukraine's largest integrated steel plant and lies in President Zelenskyy's hometown

Oil prices remained steady on Monday as reduced vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz raised concerns over global crude supplies, while Iran-US talks showed no significant progress. Brent crude rose 0.42 per cent to $88.89 a barrel, while WTI gained 0.21 per cent to $82.57

The re-examination will not delay the result process for the remaining 84 subjects for which the answer key challenge process has already been initiated, NTA has said.

The incident occurred around 6:40 am as a large number of devotees gathered at the Indradamneshwar Temple in Ashokdham to offer prayers to Lord Shiva. Officials said the crowd became uncontrollable after some people allegedly tried to force their way through a queue, breaking barricades put up for crowd management.

From 19th to 21st August, the city's inaugural cocktail week draws five of Asia's most celebrated bars, from Guangzhou to Singapore, into guest shifts across five Bombay addresses.

The Nifty 50 fell 0.09 per cent to 24,343.45, while the Sensex declined over 100 points to 77,892.92. Financial services, PSU banks and FMCG stocks led the decline, while chemicals and healthcare gained.

In a joint statement, 165 graduating students, 409 current students and 128 alumni criticised the BCI's now-withdrawn action against NALSAR's 2026 graduates and expressed solidarity with them. The development adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding convocations at law universities.

Elon Musk has announced that X will make government requests to remove or restrict content more visible to users as part of efforts to improve transparency around content moderation and government intervention.

Ananya Raj was a young Indian actress who worked in Hindi and regional cinema. She appeared in films including 7 Hours to Go, The Final Exit, Ghost and Thaggede Le. She had also spoken publicly about her journey in the film industry and the challenges she faced as an acto

A separate daily sit-in in Egmore, organised by the OG Tamizha collective, has continued for 24 days, with students, educationists and activists calling for the complete abolition of NEET. Protesters have also urged Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to approve the Assembly resolution