Police in Patna, Bihar, shot a man in the leg after he attempted to escape custody. The individual, identified as Anshu Kumar, was arrested from Lucknow on August 10th in connection with the murder of Ramakant Yadav (50), who was involved in the sand mining business, in the Ranitalab area. According to a police statement, Kumar was being taken to a location where he had hidden the weapon used in the crime when he tried to flee. Police fired, hitting him in the leg. Kumar was admitted to a government hospital and is reported to be out of danger. The…
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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the Indian Air Force pilot who served as a pilot on NASA’s Axiom-4 space mission, has returned to India. Shukla arrived at Delhi Airport late at night. He was greeted with a warm welcome, including cheers of ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai,’ by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh, scientists from ISRO, a group of students, and numerous other people. His wife, Kamna Shukla, and their son were also present during the welcoming ceremony.
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court, seeking the suspension of the ‘Umeed’ portal until the hearing of petitions challenging the Waqf Act 2025 is completed. The Board has requested the court to either halt the portal or direct the central government to withdraw its notification. The Board has labeled this action as unlawful and contempt of court. Dr. SQR Ilyas, the national spokesperson of the Board, stated that despite repeated appeals, the government launched the Umeed portal on June 6th and made the registration of Waqf properties mandatory. He…
Superstar Rajinikanth’s latest action film, ‘Coolie,’ directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has ignited theaters with its high-octane action. The film’s announcement generated significant anticipation, promising a fresh portrayal of Rajinikanth. Its immediate success has led to widespread speculation about its eventual release on OTT platforms. Reports indicate that ‘Coolie’ is slated to premiere on Prime Video following its theatrical run. While the official release date remains unconfirmed, it’s anticipated to be available online sometime in October or November 2025, adhering to the standard 45 to 60-day window for digital releases. ‘Coolie’ features a stellar cast including Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Shruti…
Despite continuous rainfall in Delhi-NCR for the past two days, residents have not found relief from the oppressive humidity. According to the meteorological department, rain is expected throughout the NCR, including Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad. The showers, accompanied by thunderstorms, are likely to persist until August 21st. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttarakhand. The incessant downpour has amplified the risk of landslides in the mountainous regions. Mumbai has also been experiencing heavy rainfall since late Friday night, causing disruptions to daily life. The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for heavy rainfall in Bageshwar,…
The BJP Parliamentary Board is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting today. Discussions will revolve around the nomination of a candidate for the Vice President position, with a final decision likely to be made. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate two major national highway projects in the Rohini area of Delhi, valued at approximately 11,000 crore rupees. Additionally, the Election Commission of India will conduct a press conference at 3:00 PM today. It is anticipated that the Election Commission may address issues related to the Bihar SIR (Special Intensive Revision) during the press conference. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will…
Shah Rukh Khan, riding high on the success of his 2023 hits, has provided an update on his upcoming film, ‘King’. During an ‘Ask SRK’ session on X, the actor shared that filming is set to resume soon. He mentioned having completed some initial shooting and will be focusing on leg shots before moving on to upper body scenes. The actor expressed hope that the film would be completed quickly, highlighting director Siddharth Anand’s hard work. The film, which reportedly faced delays due to an injury sustained by Khan during shooting, is now speculated to release in 2027 instead of…
Infinix has introduced the Hot 60i, the newest addition to its budget-friendly Hot series. This smartphone features an IP64 rating, a large 6,000mAh battery, a Dimensity 6400 processor, a 120Hz display, and a 50MP primary camera. Notably, its price is set under ₹10,000.
Star Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been a constant topic of discussion. Debates continue regarding his fitness and workload management. Having played only three Test matches in England, he has faced criticism, with questions arising about his participation in the Asia Cup. Bumrah himself has now made his decision clear. According to a report, Bumrah has informed the selection committee that he is available to play in the Asia Cup and is prepared to lead India’s bowling attack in the tournament. The Asia Cup is scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September…
The festive season is just around the corner, and automakers are gearing up to capitalize on it with their new product lineups in the coming months. Maruti Suzuki and Renault India are set to launch a new mid-size SUV and an updated Kiger on September 3rd and August 24th, 2025, respectively. These models will be entering different SUV categories and will hold significance in their respective segments. The upcoming Maruti SUV (Maruti Escudo) will feature several first-time features for a Maruti car in India, while the updated Kiger will be one of the most affordable subcompact SUVs available in the…