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India's monsoon devastation continues to mount. In Himachal Pradesh, the death toll has climbed to 183 over 47 days, with 79 lives lost to natural hazards like landslides, falls, and drowning, and losses crossing ₹972 crore. Meanwhile in Arunachal Pradesh, five army personnel have gone missing and three people have been killed as flash floods and landslides batter the northeast. With rain continuing to trigger chaos across multiple states, rescue and relief operations remain a top priority as authorities work to assess the full scale of the destruction.

Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century (131*) against Sri Lanka in Galle, earning high praise from Sanjay Manjrekar, who called him a "godsend for India vs spinners."

Iran has demanded that Qatar release three Iranian SU-24 pilots whom Tehran claims were captured alive after their aircraft crashed during military strikes six months ago. Qatar denies holding the pilots, calling the claims “misleading statements” and rejecting Tehran’s allegations.

Rahmat Shah’s unbeaten 143 and a record 201-run stand with Sediqullah Atal powered Afghanistan to their highest-ever ODI run chase, beating Ireland in Belfast to complete a 4-0 series sweep.

USS Abraham Lincoln is set to return to the US after more than 250 days at sea amid concerns over sailors’ morale and onboard conditions. CENTCOM chief Adm Brad Cooper praised the crew, while Donald Trump dismissed concerns over the carrier’s prolonged deployment.

Jharkhand students protesting JPSC-JSSC exam irregularities have intensified their agitation, demanding CM Hemant Soren’s resignation. They plan to gherao his residence on August 20 and burn effigies of Soren and Rahul Gandhi

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NSA Ajit Doval said PM Modi was determined to pursue those responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack, regardless of where they were. He said Operation Sindoor sent a clear message that India’s fight against terrorism will continue until the last terrorist is eliminated.

Iran has urged Qatar to release three pilots it claims were captured after their jets crashed during the war, while Doha has categorically denied detaining them.

President Droupadi Murmu hosted the traditional Independence Day 'At Home' reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, attended by PM Modi, ministers, diplomats, US envoy Sergio Gor and other prominent guests.

Bruce Willis made a rare appearance at his daughter Tallulah's wedding in Idaho. The veteran star is currently battling frontotemporal dementia.

Spain’s World Cup hero has joined the French capital after scoring the extra-time winner against Argentina in the World Cup final.

BCI chairman Manan Kumar Mishra expressed regret and apologised to law students amid backlash over the withdrawn directive against NALSAR graduates, while calling for dialogue and respect for students' views.

Russia-Ukraine war tensions rise as Moscow questions US and Turkey over weapons transfers while Ukraine intensifies long-range strikes across Russia

Russia and North Korea are further strengthening their strategic partnership, with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirming deepening ties. The growing relationship between Moscow and Pyongyang has drawn international attention amid heightened geopolitical tensions and Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Both sides have increasingly emphasized closer cooperation and strategic coordination. Watch this report for the latest developments in Russia-North Korea relations and what the deepening partnership could mean for regional and global geopolitics.

Police in Italy and Brazil have recovered stolen artworks worth millions in a major international operation targeting art theft and trafficking. The recovery marks a significant breakthrough in efforts to trace and retrieve valuable artworks that had been reported stolen. Authorities are continuing their investigations into the origin, movement and suspected networks connected to the recovered pieces. Watch this report for the latest details on the recovered artworks and the international investigation.

The fragile truce between Israel and Lebanon is facing renewed pressure as Israeli strikes intensify across southern Lebanon. The latest escalation has raised fresh concerns about the durability of the ceasefire and the possibility of further clashes in the region. The developments come amid continued tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with diplomatic efforts facing major challenges. Watch this report for the latest updates, ground developments and what the renewed strikes could mean for the fragile truce in southern Lebanon.

Hawaii is bracing for Tropical Storm Lala as the storm approaches the Big Island, raising concerns over strong winds, heavy rainfall, flooding and dangerous coastal conditions. Authorities and residents are closely monitoring the storm’s path as preparations intensify across affected areas. Stay tuned to WION for the latest updates, weather alerts, storm developments and live coverage from Hawaii.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is all set to host Celebrity MasterChef Tamil. The show will feature celebrities from the Tamil entertainment industry. Read to know more.