Mumbai Monorail train stuck between two stations due to power failure (Image: Videograb/X) As continuous rains lash Mumbai leading to flooding, a monorail train got stuck on an elevated track in Mumbai's Vashi Gaon area on Tuesday due to a power supply issue. With several passengers stranded onboard, rescue operations started immediately. The fire brigade reached the spot in a bid to evacuate the passengers using crane. The Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation said the monorail train had e...Read More
Aug 18 (Reuters) - JSW Steel (JSTL.NS), opens new tab and South Korea's POSCO (005490.KS), opens new tab have entered a deal to explore setting up an integrated steel plant in India, the country's largest steelmaker by market capitalisation said on Monday. The steelmakers are yet to finalise the location and its financial details, but flagged that Odisha state is among the key locations being considered for the 6 million tonne per annum (MTPA) capacity plant. Last year, the two companies enter...Read More
The move recognises Dr Singh's role in shaping Bengaluru's infrastructure during his tenure.Source : Website The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has approved a bill to rename Bengaluru City University as Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University, honoring the former Prime Minister's contributions to the city's growth. The change has been formalized through the Karnataka State Universities (Amendment) Act, 2025, which updates the university's name in all official records and references. The m...Read More
The two modules are titled 'Operation Sindoor-A Saga of Valour' (Representational) ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * NCERT introduced two modules on Operation Sindoor for classes 3 to 12 as supplementary material * India launched missile and air strikes on nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoJK on 7 May 2025 * Seven terror camps were destroyed by the Indian Army; Air Force targeted Muridke and Bahawalpur Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps M...Read More
Prithvi Shaw smashes century in first innings for Maharashtra Prithvi Shaw made an instant impact after switching from Mumbai to Maharashtra. The 25-year-old, who impressed many during the initial phase of cricketing career but failed to live up to the hype in years to follow, smashed a century in his first outing for his new team. Shaw's ton came on the second day of the opening round clash between Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh in the Buchi Babu Tournament 2025. Shaw took just 122 deliveries t...Read More
VMPL MUmbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19: Asit Kumarr Modi, producer and creator of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has introduced the much-awaited Rajasthani family to the beloved Gokuldham Society. India's longest-running sitcom, with over 17 years and 4,479 episodes, continues to engage audiences with humor and stories that reflect the everyday lives of the common man. The show draws its strength from an ensemble cast whose interactions capture the quirks, challenges, and bonds that res...Read More
RANCHI: Suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey, who has been in jail since May 20 in connection with the Jharkhand liquor scam, has been granted default bail by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) court in Ranchi under Section 187(2) of the BNSS. The court allowed bail on the condition that he must inform the court before leaving the state and not change his mobile number during the trial. He has also been directed to furnish two personal bonds of Rs 25,000 each. Choubey secured default bail as the ...Read More
The BJP has targeted the Congress's 'vote chori' campaign after Sanjay Kumar's apology ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Sanjay Kumar of CSDS apologised and deleted tweets on voter data errors in Maharashtra polls * Claims of sharp voter changes in constituencies were based on misread data from 2024 polls, he said * BJP accused Congress of spreading fake narratives using unverified CSDS data Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: ...Read More
Rescue operations continue in cloudburst-hit Kishtwar, J&K, with the death toll rising to 64. A decomposed body was recovered, and a body part was found. Teams are searching the debris near Chisoti village, aided by sniffer dogs and heavy machinery. 167 people have been rescued, and 39 are still missing. Body of a woman was recovered in this cloudburst-hit village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, taking the death toll to 64, officials said, as the extensive rescue and relief operation ...Read More
Ranchi: BJP MLA from Seraikela and former CM Champai Soren on Tuesday hit out at the Hemant Soren-led alliance govt by reiterating that the incumbent regime is busy "grabbing" tribal land.Addressing the media in Kanke ahead of his announced stir on Aug 24 against the proposed Rims-2 hospital project, Champai demanded that the state govt take this project to the Smart City area. "On Aug 24, I will be part of the mass protest here where tribals will plough the field to raise their voice against th...Read More
Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission and BJP of colluding to steal votes. He spoke at Bhagat Singh Chowk during his Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar. Gandhi claimed the EC-BJP stole elections in Haryana, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh. He warned people about losing voter cards, ration cards, and land. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that a "partnership" has been going on between the Election Commission and the BJP to "steal votes" and asserted that the Mahagathbandhan will ...Read More
The minister said the new technology will "Enable real-time decision making, boost e-commerce reach, cut operational costs through automation and deliver citizen-first, mobile-ready services anywhere-anytime. The India Post has rolled out Rs 5,800-crore Advanced Postal Technology across the country that will transform it into world-class public logistics organization by enabling mobile-ready services and real time decision making, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Tuesday. The Advanc...Read More
Mumbai faces severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions due to relentless heavy rain since Saturday. Areas like Gol Deul, Wadala, and Dadar TT are majorly affected. Mumbai has been reeling under the impact of relentless heavy rain since Saturday, with several roads closed for traffic. The torrential rains have nearly brought the city traffic to a standstill with several areas severely waterlogged. Mumbai Rain: Waterlogged Areas To Avoid Due to accumulation of water, traffic is moving slowly ...Read More
NEW DELHI, Aug 19 (Reuters) - Defending champions India named top order batter Shubman Gill and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah in their Twenty20 squad on Tuesday for next month's Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and middle order batter Shreyas Iyer, however, could not make the cut in the 15-member squad led by Suryakumar Yadav. India's test captain Gill has not played a T20 International since July last year when he was Suryakumar's deputy on the tour of Sri Lanka. ...Read More
Spread across 440 hectares of land provided by the Rajasthan government, the airport will feature a 3,200-metre runway, seven aircraft bays, two link taxiways, and a state-of-the-art terminal building spanning 20,000 sqm. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday has approved Airports Authority of India's (AAI) proposal to develop a Greenfield Airport at Kota-Bundi, Rajasthan, with an investment of Rs 1,507 crore. Spread across 440 hectares of...Read More
The High Court of Manipur has affirmed the right of transgender individuals to update their name and gender in educational certificates and other official documents. The ruling was delivered by Justice A. Guneshwar Sharma in the case of 'Dr. Beoncy Laishram versus The State of Manipur & Others'. Dr. Beoncy Laishram, a 32-year-old transgender woman and MBBS degree holder, approached the court seeking to update her name from 'Boboi Laishram' to 'Beoncy Laishram' and her gender from 'male' to 'fe...Read More
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah alleged that the Election Commission of India is working with the ruling party. He claimed the ECI threatened the opposition instead of addressing concerns about vote irregularities. Siddaramaiah questioned the ECI's handling of voter data and CCTV footage. He also raised concerns about voter surges and the ECI's opposition to transparency measures. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of "colluding"...Read More
The Supreme Court has dismissed a special leave petition by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, or NCPCR, that challenged a 2022 Punjab and Haryana High Court verdict granting protection to a (then) 16-year-old Muslim girl and her 30-year-old husband. The Supreme Court upheld the High Court order that said a girl who reaches puberty, or is over 15, is 'competent' enough to marry the person of her choice under Muslim personal law, irrespective of provisions of the Protection ...Read More
VMPLKolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 19: OSL Prestige, the long-standing dealer partner of BMW India has also been appointed as the new dealer partner for MINI India in West Bengal. With this, MINI has made a strong entry in the eastern region.OSL Prestige showroom has been transformed to Retail.NEXT with immersive showcase of BMW and MINI under one roof. It is a future-forward retail space that not only showcases vehicles but also embodies the brand's commitment to luxury, innovation, and ...Read More
Gurmeet Chaudhary goes for shooting amidst heavy rains in Mumbai Mumbai found itself grappling once again with the wrath of the monsoon as unrelenting showers submerged several parts of the city. Unending traffic jams, stranded cars, and waterlogged roads transformed a typical day into a test of fortitude. Mumbaikars' unwavering spirit, however, shone brightly even in such trying times, reminding everyone why the city is frequently praised for its tenacity and resolve. The actor Gurmeet Choud...Read More
Hyderabad, Aug 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tollywood heartthrob Mahesh Babu's daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni has warned netizens of the fake and spam accounts being created under her name. Issuing a formal warning on social media, Sitara wrote: "It has come to my notice that several fake and spam accounts are being created under my name. I would like to clarify to all my friends, family and well wishers that I am only active on Instagram." Sitara added that she is only available on this particular handl...Read More
The District Magistrate of South Delhi has mandated CCTV installations in pharmacies to prevent illegal drug sales, focusing on Schedule H, H1, and X drugs. The All-India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists raises concerns over unregulated online pharmacies, urging swift action against illegal sales threatening public health. The District Magistrate of South Delhi has announced a new regulation mandating the installation of CCTV cameras in all pharmacies across the national capital. This ini...Read More
Special judge Vishal Gogne is hearing arguments on charges against the accused persons, including the former railway minister and others. Of the 103 accused persons in the case, four have died. Appearing for Devi, senior advocate Maninder Singh, said there was "a complete disconnect between the land and jobs" in the case, as money was paid to parties after purchasing land. "When money has been paid, at most, it can be alleged that land was bought at cheap rates. There is no quid pro quo. Sale...Read More
Manika Vishwakarma on her Miss Universe India journey. Photo: YT/Glamanand Rajasthan's Manika Vishwakarma has been crowned Miss Universe India 2025 and will represent India at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand later this year. The ceremony held in Jaipur, Rajasthan on August 18, 2025, saw Manika Vishwakarma getting crowned by the outgoing Miss Universe India Rhea Singha. Expressing her gratitude the 22-year-old told ANI, "This feeling is so amazing. The journey has been amazing. I wa...Read More
India clears the acquisition of 97 LCA Mark 1A fighter jets for the Indian Air Force In a major boost to the 'Make in India' initiative in defence, the central government has cleared a Rs 62,000 crore deal to buy 97 LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). The final approval was given during a high-level meeting on Tuesday, paving the way for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to begin production. This is the second major order for the indigenous fighter jet. Earlier, t...Read More
According to multiple sources, Apple plans to increase iPhone production to 60 million units this year from about 35-40 million units in 2024-25. By Prasoon Srivastava New Delhi: Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn's Bengaluru factory, its second-largest manufacturing unit, has commenced operation with production of iPhone 17 recently at a small scale, sources aware of the development said. Foxconn is the largest manufacturer of iPhones, and the second-biggest facility outside China in Devanah...Read More
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, famed for 3 Idiots, passed away at 91 in Thane. Despite entering films at 44, he built a remarkable career with over 125 films and 100 TV serials. Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who was best known for his portrayal of a college professor in Rajkumar Hirani's popular film 3 Idiots, passed away at the age of 91. On Monday, the actor passed away in Thane. According to reports, he was recently admitted to the hospital for age-related complications, though the precise cau...Read More
Bhubaneswar: Heavy rainfall is likely to occur in several districts under the influence of a well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, which is likely to turn into a depression on Tuesday, IMD said on Monday.A red warning for heavy to very heavy rain was issued for Koraput, Nabarangpur and Malkangiri districts with isolated places likely to get extremely heavy rainfall along with thunderstorm and lightning, accompanied by gusty surface wind speeds reaching 30-40kmph.An orange warning...Read More
The Centre has cautioned the Supreme Court that imposing fixed timelines on governors and the president for acting on state bills would disrupt the constitutional balance and lead to disorder. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that such timelines would negate the rule of law, emphasizing that the Constitution deliberately avoids fixed limits for these roles. Imposing fixed timelines on governors and the president to act on bills passed by a state Assembly would amount to one organ of the go...Read More
VISAKHAPATNAM: The depression over northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and north Andhra Pradesh - south Odisha coasts moved north-north-westwards and crossed South Odisha coast close to Gopalpur during early morning of Tuesday and lay cantered over south coastal Odisha. Weatherman said it was likely to move north-westwards across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during next few hours. Under its influence, thunderstorms accompani...Read More