India has formally alerted Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty about a potential flood threat. The warning comes amid rising water levels in rivers, with authorities monitoring the situation closely.

India-Pak: India warns Pakistan of possible flood under Indus Waters Treaty

India has developed multi-layered air defence systems (IADWS) to counter aerial threats with indigenous and collaborative technologies. The system integrates missiles, radars and interceptors for national security.


India's multi-layered air defence systems: who built IADWS ? 

India-U.S- U.S. vice president JD Vance doubled down on trump’s decision to impose secondary tariffs on India, linked to its Russian oil imports. calling it an economic leverage, Vance said these measures were aimed at pressuring Russia by making it harder to profit. This comes as the trump administration faces scrutiny after what many call a ‘selected targeting’ of India.


India-U.S.: JD Vance Calls Trump’s Move ‘aggressive Economic Leverage’  

India has alerted Pakistan about severe floods through its High Commission. Delhi police has arrest the aide of the main accused in the attack on the Chief Minister. Watch the video to know more updates on what's happening in India at this hour!


India alerts Pakistan about floods via high commission |Delhi CM attack: prime accused aide arrested

India-Pakistan: India informed Pakistan on Sunday (Aug 24) about the Tawi river floods via its High Commission, bypassing the Indus Waters Treaty, which remains inactive. This is the first use of this direct mechanism for flood alerts.


India-Pak: India Notifies Pakistan of Flood Situation as Indus Waters Treaty Remains in Limbo

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

Zelensky to visit India after PM Modi's invite: Here's what Ukrainian envoy said about the plans amid Russia-Ukraine war

Calling it "unfair, unreasonable and unjustified", Kumar said that India's energy policy aims to secure reliable supplies for its citizens and that its cooperation with Russia and other countries has contributed to global oil market stability.

Will buy oil from wherever we get 'best deal': India hits back at Trump tariffs, calls it 'unfair, unjustified'

Adding more strength to its defence capabilities, India's Defence Research & Development Organisation successfully conducted the maiden flight tests of Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) on Saturday (Aug 23) off the coast of Odisha, said Defence minister Rajnath Singh in a social media post.

Indian Defence Breakthrough: DRDO Tests Indigenous Multi-Layered Air Defence System 

On Gravitas plus this week, we uncover the dark side of online gambling. From lives lost to mounting debts and shattered families, we uncover the real stories of addiction, mental trauma and legal chaos.

India’s online gambling crisis: Borrowed money, mounting losses

India’s space ambitions reach new heights! ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has confirmed that the first test flight of Gaganyaan, India’s maiden human spaceflight mission, is set for December 2025.

This uncrewed mission (G1) will carry Vyommitra, a half-humanoid robot, to simulate human presence and prepare for crewed spaceflight. With 80% of testing already completed (7,700 tests), ISRO plans to finish the remaining 2,300 tests by March 2026.

ISRO’s big step toward space: Gaganyaan test flight countdown begins

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar strongly defended India’s continued oil imports from Russia, calling it a sovereign decision made in the nation's best interest. Amid global scrutiny and Western pressure, Jaishankar reiterated that energy security comes first for India, not political appeasement.

EAM Jaishankar defends India's oil imports from Russia | 'A decision of national interest'

Every August, the streets of Nagpur, Maharashtra, come alive with color, chants, and massive effigies during the 143-year-old Marbat Festival. This unique celebration aims to banish evil, disease, and negativity from the community.

Observed the day after Pola, the bull-worship festival, Marbat involves carrying giant effigies—known as Kali (black) Marbat and Pili (yellow) Marbat—through Nagpur's old city, ending in a symbolic burning that locals believe cleanses their lives of misfortune.

Marbat festival 2025: Nagpur burns effigies to ward off evil | 143-year-old tradition explained

ISRO’s Gaganyaan to launch first test flight in December | India’s first human space mission update

Major disruption ahead! India will suspend all postal services to the United States starting August 25, in response to sweeping new U.S. customs rules and tariff hikes announced by President Donald Trump.

Following Executive Order No. 14324, the U.S. has withdrawn the $800 duty-free exemption and slapped a 50% total tariff on Indian goods, including a penalty for Russian oil imports. As a result, the Indian Department of Posts has halted deliveries to the U.S., citing the unfeasibility of the new tariff structure.

India suspends postal services to U.S. after Trump’s 50% tariff shock

Henley Passport Index: India made the biggest improvement in the last six months, climbing eight spots by adding two more visa-free destinations.

Henley Passport Index: Top 10 most powerful passports in 2025, check where India stands

Khelo India: Srinagar Hosts Water Sports Festival, Over 5,000 Athletes To Participate Across India | WION Dispatch


Khelo India: Srinagar Hosts Water Sports Festival, Over 5,000 Athletes To Participate Across India

India announces its plan for an indigenous 5th gen fighter, teaming up with France's Safran to build advanced engines at home. Only a few nations operate such jets. India is set to join the big league. A leap for Make in India, a boost for defence, and a bold statement to the world.


India's 5th generation fighter jet takes flight 

India announces its plan for an indigenous 5th gen fighter, teaming up with Safran to build advanced engines at home. 
Only a few nations operate such jets, India is set to join the big league. 
A leap for Make in India, a boost for defence, and a bold statement to the world.


Big announcement: India to build 5th gen fighter jet 

The app, TikTok, was banned in India in 2020 under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Not just TikTok, they also banned 58 other Chinese applications, citing concerns over data privacy and national security.

TikTok back in India? This is what Indian government said about banned Chinese-owned video sharing platform

Indian Test Captain Shubman Gill's brand value has increased significantly following the England Series, Gill now charges between ₹6-8cr for a brand deal.


Shubman Gill's brand value increases after England series 

The Supreme Court has modified its earlier August 11 order on stray dogs in Delhi-NCR. The bench stayed the blanket ban on releasing picked-up dogs, stating they must be vaccinated, dewormed, sterilised, and then released — except in cases of rabid or aggressive behaviour. Public feeding is now restricted to designated zones, and all states and UTs are now party to the case. What does this mean for civic bodies, animal lovers, and citizens?


Supreme Court modifies earlier directive, allows release of stray dogs after vaccination

Top Stories In India At This Hour: 

- Rajnath Singh: Munir Confessed Pak's Failure 
- Bihar: PM Modi Inaugurates Bridge
- Man sloganeering at Delhi CM's event arrested

Rajnath Singh: Munir Confessed Pak's Failure | Bihar: PM Modi Inaugurates Bridge | India At This Hour

Top Stories In India At This Hour: 

-Modi To Inaugurate Major Projects In Bihar 
-SC Stray Dogs Verdict Is Out

Modi to inaugurate major projects in bihar | sc stray dogs verdict

A major security lapse occurred at the Parliament complex early Friday morning, as a man breached the perimeter by scaling a wall using a tree. He reached near the Garud Gate of the new Parliament building before being apprehended by CISF personnel. The incident, which happened around 6:30 AM, has raised serious concerns about VIP security protocols in the high-security zone. The intruder is currently being questioned by Delhi Police and central agencies. Watch for more details on this developing story.

 Man enters parliament, jumps over wall | Security breached

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