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A fire broke out on the seventh floor of a 24-storey building in Mumbai’s Dahisar East, killing two people and injuring 17. The blaze sparked panic, but firefighters rescued 36 residents. The incident began around 3:05 PM and was brought under control after hours. All injured are now stable, officials confirmed.
Kerala police booked 27 RSS workers for placing a saffron flag-themed Onam pookkaalam near a temple in Kollam, violating a High Court order banning political symbols within 100 meters of temples. A complaint was filed by the temple committee. BJP’s Kerala president demanded FIR withdrawal, but the temple committee refused, citing court directives.
Hyderabad’s Old City Metro project has impacted 886 properties, with over 550 demolitions completed. Initially, 1,100 properties were estimated to be affected. Hyderabad Airport Metro Limited has paid Rs 433 crore in compensation. The land acquisition is vital for the 7.5-km MGBS to Chandrayangutta metro stretch, part of the Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II project.
Former cricketer MS Dhoni appears alongside actor R Madhavan in a teaser for ‘The Chase,’ directed by Vasan Bala. The video shows them as task force officers on a mission, sparking speculation about Dhoni’s acting debut. Though it’s unclear if it’s a film or ad, fans eagerly await more details amid growing excitement.
The Supreme Court will hear pleas against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls, which cut voters from 7.9 to 7.24 crore. Opposition parties allege voter suppression, demanding more time to file objections. The Court has deployed paralegals to assist voters and will review final reports on September 8.
A 19-year-old Dalit woman has alleged she was gang-raped by two men in Pratapgarh’s Patti area. The incident occurred Saturday when she visited a village. Police have registered a case against the accused, who are currently absconding. Four teams are working to arrest them.
The US has deployed warships, fighter jets, and thousands of personnel near Venezuela to target Latin American drug cartels, especially the Tren de Aragua. Despite speculation, officials deny plans for invasion. Venezuela’s government calls the US actions aggressive, while opposition leaders view it as a sign of regime collapse. Tensions continue on both sides.
Realme launched the Neo 7 Turbo in China—a gaming-ready smartphone featuring a 6.8‑inch 1.5K 144 Hz OLED, Dimensity 9400e chipset, 7200 mAh battery with 100 W fast charging, IP69-rated durability, and up to 16 GB RAM plus 1 TB storage. Prices range from CNY 1,999 to 2,699 (₹23 k–₹32 k).
Japan’s Prince Hisahito, 19, became the first male royal in 40 years to reach adulthood, renewing debate over Japan’s male-only succession law. Second in line to the throne, he marked the occasion with traditional rituals and formal visits. With few male heirs left, pressure mounts to reconsider the imperial succession rules.
Kedgeree, a British breakfast dish of rice, fish, and eggs, has its roots in India’s khichdi. Evolving during colonial times, it reflects cultural fusion, migration, and adaptation. Once Mughal comfort food, now a global brunch favorite, kedgeree blends nourishment, history, and flavor—making it a timeless classic enjoyed across continents.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi announced support for Opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy in the vice-presidential polls. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy personally requested AIMIM’s backing. Voting is set for September 9, with NDA’s CP Radhakrishnan and INDIA bloc’s Reddy in the fray. The NDA holds a numerical advantage in Parliament.
Former Indian diplomat KP Fabian said Donald Trump is softening his tone on India after realising that trade tariffs failed to pressure New Delhi. Though Trump called US-India ties “very special,” Fabian warned against overinterpreting this. India stands firm on its policies. Talks remain stalled over agriculture and trade red lines.
With Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and LJP (Paras) joining Bihar’s Grand Alliance, seat-sharing among eight parties has become difficult. Each party, including Congress, CPI-ML, and VIP, demands more seats. Balancing claims from newer entrants like Paras and Mukesh Sahni while keeping allies like RJD and Congress satisfied is a key challenge ahead of the 2025 assembly […]
Sitch is a new AI-powered dating app that replaces swiping with deep, personality-driven matchmaking. It uses 50+ voice/text questions and combines AI with expert insights. Users are connected via group chats and feedback is used to refine future matches. It operates on a pay-per-setup model and is currently live in New York.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed postgraduate medical students to be deployed in flood-hit northern states as part of their District Residency Programme. This deployment supports healthcare relief efforts and provides students with practical disaster response training. States and UTs will assign postings based on local needs.