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As per reports, 95 deaths have been confirmed in Cali, 66 in Pereira, 38 in the department of Valle del Cauca, excluding Cali, 9 in Quibdó, and 5 in Manizales. The Colombian mayors said 165 buildings had collapsed in the 7.4-magnitude earthquake.

Meta and TikTok agree to fact-check Spain border content after a deadly Ceuta migrant rush. Know the EU's new measures and social media concerns

The pilot in command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that lost 300 feet of altitude on August 4 has tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test, as both pilots remain off the flying roster pending the investigation.

Suniel Shetty turned 65 on August 11. Known for his charming and effortless personality, the actor has impressed viewers with diverse roles across genres. On his birthday, revisit some of his finest performances.

The Panama-flagged vessel had reportedly ignored warnings from US forces as it tried to breach the blockade of an Iranian port. The helicopter then fired at the ship’s rudder in the Gulf of Oman, sparking a fire on board, which was later extinguished.

Brent and US crude futures rose about 5% as hopes of reopening the Strait of Hormuz faded, while gold climbed above $4,400 following a weak US labour report.

Somali referee Omar Artan speaks on his pride in officiating the UEFA Super Cup between PSG and Aston Villa after his 2026 World Cup visa setback.

On August 11 (Tuesday), the makers of Eetha announced that the film will no longer be released on August 28. The biographical drama based on Vithabai Narayangaonkar is now scheduled to hit theatres in December 2026.

Lebanon has abolished the death penalty, becoming the first Middle Eastern country to formally end capital punishment as executions remain prevalent across the region.

Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper Abishek Porel has been arrested by Bengal's Mogra Police in a rape and sexual assault case following Calcutta High Court orders.

Deepika Padukone is gearing up to wrap up the shooting for Allu Arjun's Raaka, directed by Atlee. The actress is reportedly playing a pregnant woman in the film.

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson defended his mixed Tamil-English speaking style in the Assembly after DMK MLA TM Rajendran criticized his Budget presentation over grammatical errors and language switching. Wilson said his delivery was his “unique style” and asked critics to accept it.

FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 faces Opposition resistance as Centre seeks JPC consensus. Know Amit Shah's assurance, Church concerns and what happens next

Cambridge University added a warning to the famous children's story Little Red Riding Hood, stating it contained “adult content” and “themes of violence”. Humanities students were asked to take a critical look at childhood stories.

A tragic domestic incident unfolded at a luxury hotel near Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, where a 40-year-old manager, S.G. Imran, allegedly strangled his two minor daughters, 10-year-old Shaik Zoya and 5-year-old Shaik Zehara, before attempting to take his own life.

Former Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques will captain his birth nation Portugal in the 2028 T20 World Cup qualifiers starting August 14.

Heatwaves are reshaping French real estate as buyers look for summer comfort, shuttered facades, and homes protected against extreme heat.

The reception at the Pawar family’s 6, Janpath residence in Delhi celebrated Revati Sule's marriage to Nagpur-based industrialist Sarang Lakhani. The couple married in Mumbai in Jun. The reception saw leaders from across parties rub shoulders, exchange pleasantries, and have conversation.

India Independence Day 2026: Partition was the ugly truth faced by millions of people as India gained independence from British rule in 1947. Millions left their homes, and around two million lost their lives to violence. Here are some books that capture the pain of the times.