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A powerful El Niño could become the strongest in living memory, raising extreme weather risks and making 2027 very likely the hottest year on record

Iranian President Pezeshkian called to end the six-month US war from a position of strength, while Washington vowed to collapse Iran's economy despite China's opposition to sanctions.

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Srinagar has opened the Kashmir Valley's first-ever Waste to Wonder Garden at Polo Ground Park, turning discarded materials into eye-catching art. The park features creative installations made from old vehicle parts, scrap metal and fallen logs, combining environmental awareness with sustainable tourism in Kashmir.

Comedian Zarna Garg was stuck in a Hermès bathroom while her kids waited outside. Instead of breaking the door, she alleges staff refused to do it and told firefighters to protect it. Watch the viral video.

Neeraj Chopra will be in action at the Diamond League 2026 today. Here’s everything you need to know about the event timings, schedule, live streaming and where to watch in India.

The political row over the alleged pellet firing at a Jantar Mantar protest has intensified, with Rahul Gandhi staging a sit-in outside a Delhi DCP office. Congress leaders accuse Delhi Police of refusing to register an FIR over the incident. Gandhi's protest has added fresh pressure on the Delhi Police and escalated the confrontation between the Congress and authorities over the alleged use of pellets against protesters.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's planned US visit was cancelled after the Centre denied political clearance, with the MEA saying the proposed programme was not considered appropriate for the purpose of his visit.

After finding a galaxy with two supermassive black holes, astronomers have now spotted a galaxy with three supermassive black holes. This is the first time such a discovery has been made, just like the pair that was seen earlier this year.

Laura Loomer claimed White House staff are leaking negative stories about Donald Trump’s assistant, Natalie Harp, due to professional jealousy, though she provided no evidence for the accusations.

Karnataka has stepped up food safety checks at railway stations, with officials inspecting 112 food establishments across 36 stations. The drive covered food stalls, restaurants and other outlets serving passengers, with authorities also checking food served aboard Vande Bharat trains.

The Mekedatu dam project has triggered another political debate between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has sought to reassure Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, saying he has made a commitment to protect their interests. Shivakumar argued that the proposed Mekedatu project is ultimately in Tamil Nadu's interests as well. The remarks come amid a long-running dispute over the Cauvery river and Karnataka's plan to build a balancing reservoir near Mekedatu.

The upcoming film Bro Club has run into another legal hurdle. The Madras High Court has issued notice to producer Shruthi Nallappa over a plea linked to actor Ravi Mohan's defamation case. The dispute adds to the legal attention surrounding the film, with the court set to hear the matter. The latest development has put the movie and its makers back in the spotlight.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called for faster resolution of long-running inter-state water disputes at the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting. With several southern states locked in disputes over river waters, Shah stressed the need for cooperation and dialogue rather than prolonged legal battles. The meeting also discussed stronger coordination between the Home Ministry and Jal Shakti Ministry, along with a proposal for regular meetings of an inter-state council to address water-sharing issues and other regional concerns.

Eritrea-flagged oil products tanker MT Sibu-1 was seized in the Gulf of Aden on August 20, around 30 nautical miles off Yemen. The vessel was carrying 20 crew members, including 16 Indians.

Joe Root has surpassed Australia’s Steve Smith to become the fielder with the most catches in Test cricket history.

A Swiss tourist was sentenced to one year in prison by an Indonesian court for insulting the sacred Hindu observance of Nyepi through social media posts.

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been transferred from Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail to a hospital facility amid growing concerns about his health. The move comes after reports of worsening medical issues, including concerns over his eyesight. Heavy security has been deployed around the hospital premises, while Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), welcomed the transfer and vowed to continue its campaign for his release.

Maharashtra is considering tighter curbs on social media speech, with the state government exploring an amendment to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) that could make online defamation a criminal offence. A high-level committee led by the Maharashtra DGP is examining ways to tackle unverified, defamatory and potentially harmful digital posts, reviving debate over free speech and criminal liability online.