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Director H. Vinoth has hinted that Jana Nayagan may not be Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's final film after all, raising hopes among fans ahead of its theatrical release on July 23.

Opposition Members of Parliament arrived in black attire to protest inside the Parliament premises over the NEET controversy, the alleged crackdown on student protesters in Delhi, and the government's handling of the education crisis. Congress leader Pawan Khera said the black clothing symbolizes the Opposition's protest against the treatment of students, the continued tenure of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and the government's response to nationwide student unrest.

Heavy rains continue to batter Assam and Jammu & Kashmir, triggering severe floods, landslides and widespread disruption. Rescue teams remain on alert as authorities work to evacuate affected residents and restore essential services.

A study has noted that humans could theoretically live up to 190 years if certain hallmarks of ageing are completely removed. When age is de-linked with mortality, the median age is 1,759 years. However, with somatic mutations, this number comes down to 156 years.

The attacks on Wildberries’ huge warehouses are a part of Ukraine’s campaign of deep strikes inside Russia to undermine Moscow’s war effort and bring the conflict home to ordinary Russians. Ukraine says it is targeting companies and infrastructure that support the Russian military.

Actress Ayesha Khan, who shot to fame for appearing in the song Shararat in the film Dhurandhar, was detained by the Mumbai police on Wednesday for protesting against NEET exam discrepancies.

US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb a bridge or power plant in Iran after every attack on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as Washington and Tehran continue their military confrontation.

The Commonwealth Games 2026 will officially begin with the opening ceremony at the Hydro arena in Glasgow, Scotland, on Thursday (Jul 23). Here's everything you need to know before the event.

A journalist who warned about COVID-19 and the 2008 economic crisis was labelled a fear mongerer at the time. But both things happened. Now he has another warning for world leaders and hopes they will take him seriously this time.

A Jammu and Kashmir Police constable was killed after terrorists opened fire in a shoot-and-scoot attack in Anantnag. The victim, identified as Aashiq Hussain Qureshi of the 3rd Battalion India Reserve, succumbed to his injuries, while The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to escalate, questions are mounting over whether Pakistan could be drawn into the conflict. While Islamabad has tried to position itself as a regional mediator, its longstanding strategic ties with Saudi Arabia could complicate that balancing act and test its policy of neutrality.

At the Farnborough International Airshow, US defence giants Boeing and General Atomics showcased their next-generation unmanned combat aircraft alongside European missiles, signalling efforts to adapt to Europe's growing defence spending.

Endometriosis is a very common chronic condition that has affected millions of women worldwide. But it is still widely misunderstood and often goes undiagnosed for years. Here's what experts say.

India's top ODI batters continued to climb the latest ICC rankings, with Shubman Gill moving to within one point of No. 1 ranked Daryl Mitchell. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also remained among the leading batters, while Root, Archer and Rashid Khan made gains in their respective rankings.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed the party's Instagram account was taken down by the Narendra Modi-led government, but said it was restored within minutes.

Amnesty International has accused Pakistan of a possible war crime over a March 16 airstrike on Kabul's Omid Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre, which reportedly killed at least 269 civilians. The rights group says its investigation found no evidence supporting Pakistan's claim that the medical facility was being used for military purposes and urged an independent investigation into the attack.

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has launched a fresh attack on the Centre over India's education system, alleging that 152 exam paper leaks have taken place over the past decade without a single conviction. Gandhi called the system "rigged," claimed crores of students and their families have suffered, and demanded the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan while urging accountability and reforms.

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is addressing a press conference at Indira Bhawan in New Delhi. The presser comes amidst the ongoing protests demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, holding him responsible for the recent NEET paper leaks. A day after being detained during a protest outside PM Modi's residence, Rahul Gandhi and all the MPs of the Opposition parties arrived in Parliament dressed in black as a symbolic protest over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, demanding accountability and action from the government. Congress MP Pawan Khera said his party, Rahul Gandhi and each one of his soldiers is standing with the youth of this country.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk claimed that the Chalo Sansad march on 20 July 2026 remained very peaceful despite the atrocities and disproportionate use of force by the police. He added that there should be no legal cases, harassment, or vindictive action against the protesters.