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On Tuesday, the Kishnanagar court had asked TMC MP Mahua Moitra to appear on Wednesday, but she did not turn up till 5 pm. Her lawyer told the court that the MP would not appear at any point, citing fears that she could be heckled outside the court premises.

Jammu and Kashmir’s local body elections could face further delays as the State Election Commission sets an August deadline amid concerns over snowfall and harsh winter conditions. The National Conference has also raised the issue of statehood. Panchayat terms ended in January 2024, while municipal bodies completed their terms earlier, adding pressure for fresh elections.

Malayalam star Parvathy Thiruvothu has joined Captain India, taking on a key role in filmmaker Shimit Amin’s upcoming aviation thriller. The film marks Amin’s return to direction and stars Aaryan in the lead. With its aviation-focused storyline and a strong cast, Captain India is already drawing attention among moviegoers.

A passenger hit the bulkhead after a plane landed in New York as his seatbelt malfunctioned. He has sued Delta AirLines for negligence in maintenance and is seeking compensation for the medical problems he suffered afterwards.

Isha Koppikar is trending online due to her ‘andhbhakt’ remark. Amid massive backlash, Kangana Ranaut backed the actress over her clarification video, recalling her high school days of protesting.

A Ukrainian scuba diver suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions has been arrested in Croatia and will be extradited to Germany.

Varenne, Italy’s most celebrated racehorse, died at the age of 31 on August 18 (Tuesday). Widely known for his record-breaking career, his untimely demise leaves behind an enduring legacy in the sport.

Sri Lanka suffers a major blow as Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis, and Pathum Nissanka are ruled out of the 2nd Test against India in Colombo.

Kerala is battling a surge in giant African snail infestations, with the invasive species reportedly spreading across farms, school campuses and other areas. The snails can damage crops and vegetation, while their growing presence is also raising public health concerns. Authorities and residents are facing a fresh challenge in controlling the spread of the invasive pest.

A court in West Bengal's Nadia district has ordered the issuance of an arrest warrant against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra over her alleged non-compliance with an earlier order directing her appearance in an alleged hate speech case. The Krishnagar court has also directed that the execution report of the arrest warrant be submitted before it on August 28. Moitra is facing allegations of insulting women and making hate speech. The court had earlier issued pre-cognisance summons to her in connection with the case.

Integrating artificial intelligence into the S-400 Triumf could radically enhance its lethality. By using neural networks for threat prioritisation and trajectory prediction, AI reduces operator workload by 40 per cent to flawlessly destroy targets.

Actor Kamal Haasan congratulated the Essel group on its 100-year milestone. Commending Dr. Subhash Chandra and his family's efforts for nurturing and growing this venture, he appreciated that now the fifth and sixth generation are taking forward the business.

Lasers will not replace the S-400 due to severe line-of-sight limits, atmospheric scattering, and thermal blooming that cap their range to 16 km. Instead, cheap lasers can act as bodyguards against drone swarms, saving missiles for heavy targets.

The Congress is weighing its options for the next Kerala state unit chief, with reports suggesting the party could turn to younger faces as it looks for a generational shift. The leadership search also comes amid efforts to widen the party’s social base and balance caste and community equations across the state.

Sunny Deol is facing fresh scrutiny after an old pan masala advertisement featuring him, Ravi Kishan and Vijay Raaz resurfaced online. The ad shows a pan masala pack carrying a “No Tobacco” claim. It has drawn renewed attention following Deol’s recent remarks on pan masala advertisements, reigniting the debate over celebrity endorsements and misleading health perceptions.

A truck's CNG cylinder exploded while being filled at a Tikri Kalan fuel pump in Delhi, killing three people—including the station operator—and injuring several others.

Akhilesh questioned why no action is being taken against those allegedly involved in the theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

The ICC has condemned US sanctions on its President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as a “flagrant attack” on judicial independence.

Unseasonal weather, including heavy rains and hailstorms, has severely damaged Kashmir's apple orchards, causing hundreds of crores in losses and prompting growers to demand immediate government relief and crop insurance.