Monsoon Revival Brings Relief to India, But El Niño Threat Raises Fresh Concerns
India’s monsoon has revived in August, reducing the rainfall deficit to 11%. But uneven rains and a developing El Niño pose fresh risks to agriculture.
Month: August 2026
Colombia Earthquake: 7.4-Magnitude Quake Kills 111, Situation Remains Critical
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, killing 111 people and causing widespread destruction. Rescue operations are underway.
Film Director Shakeel Noorani Arrested in Alleged Rape Case, Sent to Police Custody
Filmmaker Shakeel Noorani has been arrested in Mumbai following an actor’s complaint alleging rape and sexual assault. The investigation is underway.
Jharkhand Student Protest: Thousands March Towards Assembly as Agitation Enters Day 17
Jharkhand student protest enters Day 17 as thousands march towards the Assembly, demanding action over alleged recruitment exam irregularities.
Biscuits, Soaps, Tea and Other Daily Essentials May Get Costlier as FMCG Firms Face Rising Costs
FMCG companies including Britannia and HUL are signalling further price hikes as rising input costs put pressure on margins.
Israel Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Gaza Peace Plan, Netanyahu Sets Condition
Israel has rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, with Netanyahu saying Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed.
Assam Flood Update: Death Toll Touches 100, Over 1.37 Lakh People Affected
Assam floods have claimed 100 lives, with over 1.37 lakh people affected across seven districts. Hundreds of villages remain inundated.
Former Tehelka Editor Tarun Tejpal Convicted in 2013 Sexual Assault Case
Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal has been convicted in the 2013 sexual assault case after the Bombay High Court overturned his 2021 acquittal. Here’s what the court said.
Shreya Kalra Crowned Winner of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa | Grand Finale Highlights
Shreya Kalra has been crowned the winner of Netflix’s blockbuster captive reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. She defeated fellow finalists Shivangi Joshi, Ram Kapoor, Yogesh Rawat, and Shilpa Shinde to lift the coveted trophy in the grand finale.
From Secrets to Redemption: 5 Contestants Who Defined Netflix’s Lock Upp
Discover the inspiring journeys of five Netflix’s Lock Upp contestants who turned painful truths into stories of courage, resilience and redemption.
