News from India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, who is hospitalised for dehydration at SUM Ultimate Medicare in Bhubaneswar, enquired about his health, wished him a speedy recovery, and suggested rest.

Alia Bhatt faces online backlash after starring in an NCB anti-drugs video, with netizens mocking her and recalling past Bollywood drug allegations, prompting the agency to disable comments.

A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday morning, with no immediate reports of damage, as confirmed by the National Centre for Seismology.

Union Minister Amit Shah introduced three bills in Lok Sabha to remove PM, CMs, and ministers arrested on serious charges for 30 days, sparking Opposition protests and debates over constitutionality.

OMDC, an asset-heavy PSU miner in Odisha's Barbil-Keonjhar belt, is restarting operations with Bagiaburu production and advancing Belkundi clearances, offering strategic value to RINL-EIL group and asymmetric upside for investors.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced a bill in Lok Sabha to prohibit and regulate online gaming, amid opposition protests over Bihar's electoral roll revision, leading to House adjournment.

US President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on India, including 25% for Russian oil purchases, to pressure an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, as stated by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

NDA candidate C P Radhakrishnan filed his nomination for the vice presidential election with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and other leaders present at Parliament.

The relentless downpour in Mumbai has once again thrown normal life off balance, leaving Mumbaikars battling everything from flooded homes to endless traffic snarls. Yet, amid the gloom, the city’s undying spirit and humour shine through, because when Mumbai gets drenched, its people find a way to laugh.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was attacked during a Jan Sunwai at her camp office in Civil Lines; accused Rajesh Bhaiji detained, police investigating, BJP leaders condemn the incident.

Prabhas is currently filming Hanu Raghavapudi’s period drama Fauji. Recently, a leaked image of Prabhas from the shooting location surfaced online, instantly going viral. The makers, Mythri Movie Makers, have condemned the leak, and warned stern action.

On August 16, 2025, a safari guide allegedly abandoned nearly 20 tourists after their vehicle broke down deep inside the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. The incident has triggered widespread outrage and renewed questions about visitor safety in India’s premier tiger habitat.

Over 500 passengers were rescued after two overcrowded Monorail trains got stuck in Mumbai due to heavy rains and power failures, with some reporting suffocation; Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered an inquiry.

Former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram faces a complaint in Lahore for allegedly promoting the Baji betting app, filed by Muhammad Fiaz with NCCIA under the Electronic Crimes Act.

Speculation about Hrithik Roshan unfollowing Jr NTR on Instagram due to War 2's box office decline is debunked by Filmibeat, with no evidence found and actors not commenting.