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‘Any assistance to US military amounts to participation in US military operation’: Iran’s stark warning to Gulf countries

Iran’s armed forces warned Gulf nations that aiding or facilitating US military operations against Tehran constitutes direct involvement in the conflict, questioning host states' claims of non-involvement.

Kartik Aaryan's Captain India: Parvathy Thiruvothu reportedly to play a pivotal role in the aviation thriller

Kartik Aaryan is busy with multiple projects, and one of them is Captain India, a film inspired by a real-life rescue operation. As per the latest update, Parvathy Thiruvothu has joined the cast.

Sunita Ahuja withdraws divorce case against Govinda after months of public drama

All's well between Govinda and Sunita Ahuja? The superstar's wife sparked speculations about an impending divorce from the actor when she was spotted at a family court in Mumbai on Wednesday. However, it has now been revealed that Ahuja has withdrawn the case against the actor.

Mahakali first look date: Makers drop striking poster of Akshaye Khanna’s Shukracharya look

Akshaye Khanna is gearing up for his return to big screen after Dhurandhar. He is playing Shukracharya in the upcoming project Mahakali, created and written by Prasanth Varma. Read on to know more.

King Charles’ summer break begins: The Royal arrives at Balmoral Castle for traditional retreat

The summer break for King Charles III has finally begun. Switching to a zen mode from royal duties, the king has arrived at Balmoral Castle and was welcomed by the Royal Regiment of Scotland, which also featured a pony mascot.

Apple revises EU App Store fees under Digital Markets Act

Apple has introduced a major restructuring of its App Store fee structure for developers in the European Union to comply with the European Commission's ongoing enforcement of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The changes introduce alternative business terms, giving developers more flexibility regarding fee models, core technology fees, and distribution options outside the traditional App Store framework.

UAE suspends all trade, financial dealings with Iran

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially suspended all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran until further notice. The dramatic shift in economic relations follows a sharp spike in regional hostilities, triggered after the UAE Ministry of Defense detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran targeting maritime traffic near its coast.

Report says Iran planning to expand retaliatory attacks to Europe if US restarts war

According to recent intelligence and reports from the Financial Times, Iran has actively considered expanding its retaliatory capabilities to target United States military assets and sites in Europe—including locations in Bulgaria and Cyprus—should the U.S. restart military engagements or escalate conflicts.

DC’s Batman plans for 2026-2027 revealed: Batman: Knightfall part 3 to arrive before Superman: Man Of Tomorrow

All Batman fans, the years 2026, 2027, and even 2028 are going to be all about Batman. Warner Bros.’ R-rated animated trilogy is currently in the works, and it has now been revealed that the third part will arrive in theatres in 2027.

Indian politician brings man wearing dog mask to police station to protest dog menace

A man wearing a dog mask was brought to a public hearing in Madhya Pradesh’s Khandwa to protest alleged irregularities in the stray dog sterilisation drive.

Indian-funded hospital expected within two years, says Palestine Ambassador Abdullah Shawesh

Palestine’s ambassador to India, Abdullah Shawesh, announced an Indian-funded hospital in the West Bank expected within two years, while endorsing India’s bid for a UN Security Council seat.

India uses 10 times less energy per person than the US: Top 7 countries that consume the most energy
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Iceland, Qatar and Singapore are among the world's biggest energy users per person. But where does India stand, and how wide is the gap with the US? Here's what the latest global energy ranking reveals.

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Manav Suthar's 10-for in only second match helps India win by 165 runs

India beat Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test in Galle on day 5 (Wednesday, Aug 19). For India, Manav Suthar picked up 6/55 in the second innings and finished with a 10-wicket haul.

‘This order is not within four walls of the law’: Pakistan govt to challenge SC’s order to move Imran Khan to private hospital

Pakistan’s government plans to challenge a Supreme Court order to transfer jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to a private hospital, arguing legal provisions only allow public hospital treatment.

Former Australian cricketer Warner convicted for drink-driving; Warner tried to switch seats

Former Australian international cricketer David Warner was convicted of mid-range drink-driving in Sydney after recording a blood-alcohol reading more than twice the legal limit on Easter Sunday. Court proceedings revealed that Warner attempted to evade a random breath-testing site by stopping short and trying to switch seats with a female passenger.

Vijay govt rolls back order to stop students joining CJP, Left protests in Tamil Nadu – Here’s why

Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt withdrew an order seeking action against students joining CJP and Left protests after backlash. The August 17 directive had asked officials to prevent youth participation.

The Traitors Season 2: Shalini Passi takes a dig at Mallika Sherawat's Dolce dress, calls it fake

The Traitors season 2 is becoming more intense and gossip-worthy with each passing day. In a recent unseen clip from the reality show, Shalini Passi takes a dig at Mallika Sherawat’s fashion style, claiming that the Welcome star is wearing a fake branded dress.

Dhruv Vikram breaks silence on Anupama Parameswaran's 'Narcissistic ex' comment: 'Scrutiny can only go so far'

Days after Anupama Parameswaran's remark about dating a narcissistic ex went viral, actor Dhruv Vikram has spoken about dealing with public scrutiny on his personal life. Dhruv and Anupama were rumoured to be dating last year.

Watching Reels may switch down parts of the brain linked to focus, study finds

A study of 56 young adults found that brain regions involved in attention and self-control became less active while participants watched short videos they enjoyed. Researchers say the findings may help explain why highly engaging clips can be difficult to stop watching.