Israel warned Hamas to disarm and release all hostages or face a massive assault on Gaza City. Defence Minister Israel Katz declared, “The gates of hell will open.” PM Netanyahu authorized military action and negotiations. Israel’s plan to expand fighting has drawn international concern, as over 62,000 Palestinians have died in the ongoing conflict.
The Supreme Court upheld its stray dog pickup order, modifying it to state that aggressive or rabid dogs must be immunized and not released. Dogs can be released post-sterilisation. Feeding on roads is banned, with designated feeding zones, notice boards, and enforcement by authorities. Civic bodies must plan zones based on dog population and concentration.
Following heavy rains in Maharashtra, the Godavari River is in full flow. Flood inflow continues into the Sriramsagar Project in Telangana, prompting authorities to lift 16 gates to release water downstream. The project currently has an inflow of 80,000 cusecs and an outflow of 78,812 cusecs. While the full reservoir level is 1091 feet, the […]
NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul, founder of UK-based Caparo Group, passed away in London at 94. Born in Jalandhar, he built a global steel and engineering empire across 40+ sites. Surrounded by family, he breathed his last. PM Modi condoled, praising his industrial, philanthropic, and India-UK contributions, calling his legacy unforgettable.
A man allegedly entered the Parliament building around 6:30 am by jumping over the wall using a tree, sources said. Security personnel quickly apprehended him and are interrogating the accused. A Rajya Sabha official confirmed the unauthorized attempt, stating the matter is under investigation, with no further details available at this time, officials added.
The Supreme Court has ordered that stray dogs in Delhi’s NCR should be released from shelters after vaccination and returned to their original locations. A three-judge bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N.V. Anjaria stated that dogs with aggressive behavior or infections should be immunised. Earlier, the Supreme Court had ordered that all […]
OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, is planning to expand its presence in India by opening an office in Delhi by the end of this year. The company has already partnered with India AI as a Machine Partner. As per the latest data, India is now ChatGPT’s second-largest market globally, following the United States.
Punjabi comedian Jaswinder Bhalla, aged 65, passed away early this morning at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. His death has shocked fans, friends, and the entertainment industry in Punjab. Bhalla’s last rites are scheduled for Saturday at 12 pm at Balongi cremation ground, Mohali, with close friends, family, and industry colleagues expected to attend.
A strong earthquake has struck the Drake Passage, a body of water located between South America and Antarctica. The United States Geological Survey reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.5. However, no tsunami warning has been issued. So far, no damage or injuries have been reported.
Floodwaters continue to enter the Srisailam reservoir in Andhra Pradesh’s Nandyala district from upper catchment areas. As of 6 AM, inflow stands at 4,73,039 cusecs and outflow at 4,86,493 cusecs through 10 crest gates. Power generation is ongoing. The reservoir’s current water level is 882.10 feet, with storage at 199.7354 TMC.
RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav alleged that five powerful families conspired to ruin his political and personal life. Posting on X, he vowed to expose their faces and actions tomorrow. His claims come amid political and family turbulence, following his six-year expulsion from the Yadav family and party over a viral post involving Anushka Yadav.
The Godavari river’s flood level has risen at Dhavaleswaram barrage in Andhra Pradesh’s East Godavari district, prompting a second danger alert at 6 AM. Authorities are releasing 13,05,400 cusecs of water into the sea through 175 crest gates. With the water level reaching 13.9 feet, residents nearby have been advised to remain vigilant.
Ishant alias Ishu Gandhi, accused in the firing at YouTuber Elvish Yadav’s Gurugram residence, was arrested after an encounter with police in Faridabad’s BPTP area on August 22. Gandhi was injured during the exchange. The firing took place Sunday morning, when two masked men sprayed over two dozen bullets outside Yadav’s Sector 57 residence.
Israel struck Gaza City overnight after approving an expanded offensive against Hamas, authorizing 60,000 reservists. Residents described relentless bombardments shaking homes, with strikes hitting northwest and southeast areas. The move, sparking international outcry and local opposition, deepened fears of worsening Gaza’s already dire humanitarian crisis.
Russia’s overnight attack on western Ukraine killed one and injured at least 18, striking a US electronics plant in Mukachevo and damaging homes in Lviv. Ukrainian officials condemned the strike on civilian facilities, noting it followed earlier hits on US businesses. The barrage involved 574 drones and 40 missiles, the month’s largest assault.