Guinness World Records unveiled 70 unclaimed titles for its 70th anniversary, inviting global innovators to attempt them. The records, including fastest 400m sack race and farthest bottle flip, aim to encourage broad participation. GWR also introduced a Record Selector tool to match challengers with records suited to their interests and personality.
‘Bigg Boss 9’ Telugu builds momentum with its pre-show ‘Agnipariksha’ on Jio Hotstar, judge Navdeep is earning applause for his bold take and comic flair. His confident handling of contestants and sharp commentary have made him a fan favorite. He is proving once again why he remains a standout in the ‘Bigg Boss’ universe.
AP CM Chandrababu Naidu will visit Visakhapatnam on August 29th, arriving at the Naval Coastal Battery at 11 am. He will attend the India Food Manufacturing Summit at Novotel from 12 pm, followed by participation in the Griffin Foundation Network Meeting at the Radisson Blu Resort later that day.
CM Revanth Reddy has instructed all depts to remain on high alert in view of the heavy rains in Telangana, including Hyderabad. He directed Transco staff to take strict precautions near Ganesh mandaps to prevent accidents involving electric poles and transformers. He also instructed GHMC officials, police, fire services, and SDRF to closely monitor the […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed shock over the deaths of 30 pilgrims in a landslide at the Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir. He spoke with CM Omar and Lt. Governor Sinha, assuring them of full assistance. Rescue and relief efforts are underway to support the affected families.
A tropical storm swept through parts of Southeast Asia, causing deadly floods and landslides. In Vietnam, 7 people were killed, one remains missing, and dozens were injured across northern provinces. In Thailand’s Chiang Mai region, a landslide claimed one life, with another person still missing. Authorities are continuing rescue operations.
Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from the IPL, ending his stint with Chennai Super Kings. Having already retired from international cricket, Ashwin plans to explore leagues worldwide. He thanked franchises, the IPL, and BCCI for memories. His IPL exit aligns with BCCI rules, allowing retired players to participate in overseas tournaments.
Godavari water levels at Bhadrachalam are steadily rising. After days of receding flow, the level increased from 27.50 feet on Tuesday afternoon to 30.10 feet by 9 AM Wednesday. Officials attribute the rise to upstream floodwaters. Currently, 4,41,424 cusecs of water are flowing downstream from the Godavari River.
Former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from the IPL, posting, “My journey as an IPL player is over.” He played 221 matches and took 187 wickets, representing Chennai Super Kings, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Pune Warriors. Ashwin had earlier retired from all international cricket formats.
Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir disrupted mobile internet, broadband, and calling services, damaging fibre networks. CM Omar Abdullah called the outage the worst since 2014 and 2019, with apps and messaging barely working. The Ministry of Communications directed telecom operators to enable Intra Circle Roaming until September 2 to restore connectivity.
PM Modi has allegedly declined four calls from Trump, citing concerns over misrepresentation and diplomatic pressure amid rising US-India trade tensions. PM Modi refused Trump’s post-G20 invite and disapproved of a proposed White House meeting with Pakistan’s army chief. Experts warn ties are worsening despite previous strategic partnership claims.
Ganpati idols are being installed across Hyderabad as part of Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations, with devotees praying for prosperity and obstacle-free lives. The festive spirit has gripped the city, but organizers are urged to stay alert. Hyderabad Police have advised caution, especially around electrical wires and setups in mandapams.
Over 3,500 Jammu residents were evacuated after heavy rains caused flash floods and waterlogging. Multi-agency teams, including police, NDRF, SDRF, and the Army, are providing relief, food, and medical aid at temporary shelters. Authorities are prioritizing power, water, and road restoration, with continuous monitoring of the situation.
Star actress Anushka Shetty’s film ‘Ghaati’ is set to release on the 5th of next month. However, the actress will not be participating in the promotions. The producer stated it’s due to personal reasons, which they respect. He added that no one else could have played her role and believes she can pull audiences to […]
The Indian Army rescued 22 CRPF personnel and three civilians stranded near Madhopur Headworks, 14 km from Pathankot. Moments after the operation, their shelter collapsed. Rising river levels and dam discharges worsened flooding, prompting statewide alerts. Officials remain on high alert as rescue efforts continue across affected areas.