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Senior Congress leader K C Venugopal reported a near-tragic incident on Air India flight AI2455 from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, diverted to Chennai due to technical issues and poor weather, highlighting safety concerns.

Across the world, Raksha Bandhan unfolds as a vibrant celebration of sibling love. This year, one story from India captured the nation’s heart, not for its grandeur, but for the depth of its humanity. It’s the story of 16-year-old Anamta Ahmed, a Muslim girl from Goregaon, Mumbai, whose Raksha Bandhan was unlike any other.

YRF’s upcoming spy thriller War 2, a high-octane addition to its Spy Universe, has fans counting down to the explosive face-off between Hrithik Roshan’s Major Kabir Dhaliwal and Jr NTR’s Vikram. With the release date fast approaching, the two powerhouses put an end to weeks of speculation by appearing together at the film’s grand pre-release event in Hyderabad, their only promotional outing before the premiere.

After months of buzz, shifting release dates, and political storm clouds, Fawad Khan’s much-talked-about Abir Gulaal is finally ready for audiences, just not in India. As per Biz Asia, the film, co-starring Vaani Kapoor, is renamed as 'Aabeer Gulaal' and will release worldwide on August 29, with its big premiere set overseas and no plans for an Indian theatrical release.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam's batting struggles continued with a three-ball duck in the second ODI against West Indies, sparking social media backlash and raising questions over his form.

Udaipur Files, based on the horrifying true story of tailor Kanhaiya Lal, whose brutal beheading shocked the entire nation, has finally been released after several controversies. Here’s a breakdown of its tumultuous journey- from intense court hearings to the heart-wrenching moment when Lal’s son broke down in tears during a special Udaipur screening, and finally to producer Amit Jani's recent claims of receiving death threats.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's rapid progress towards becoming the world's third major economy, during the inauguration of Bangalore Metro Phase-3 and other projects, amidst a credit dispute with Karnataka state officials.

War 2 might have a cameo of another major character from the Spy Universe. But wait! It's not Salman Khan or Shah Rukh Khan, and not even John Abraham or Emraan Hashmi.

Deepika from Berhampur accuses Dinesh of remarrying amidst unresolved marital issues, filing a complaint with the SP. The case has sparked public interest and debate.

Last-minute exits are nothing new to HR departments. However, a few scenarios can be startling when an employee hits “send” on their resignation email just minutes after their salary is credited. A recent viral post on LinkedIn, shared by an Indian HR professional, has triggered a fierce debate on workplace ethics.

Sanju Samson's return to T20I cricket post India's 2024 World Cup win was marred by twin failures against Sri Lanka, evoking past fears. Gautam Gambhir's unique support and Suryakumar Yadav's role in his career revival highlighted, amidst uncertain IPL future and Asia Cup hopes.

Karnataka's chief electoral officer has issued a notice to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, seeking documents supporting his claim of a woman voting twice, following his allegations at a press conference.

Imagine buying a new SIM card and suddenly finding your phone buzzing with calls from celebrities. Sounds like a scene straight out of a dream, right? But for one youth from Chhattisgarh, this surreal experience turned into reality when, after purchasing a new SIM, he began receiving calls from cricket icons like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and several others.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Bangalore Metro's Yellow Line, enhancing connectivity to the IT hub and easing traffic on congested routes like Hosur Road. The 19-km route, part of a Rs 7,160 crore project, expands the operational network to over 96 km.

Italy's special envoy for IMEC, Francesco Talo, highlights India's pivotal role in the transnational IMEC project, emphasizing its significance as a market, producer, and leader in goods, energy, and data connectivity.