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?

India's Top-Court modifies order on stray dogs: 'No public feeding allowed'

White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro has stirred controversy by praising India's diplomatic influence in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, stating that "the road to peace runs through New Delhi" and calling PM Narendra Modi "a great leader." However, Navarro also criticized India’s trade practices and continued oil trade with Russia, citing them as reasons behind the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff and an unspecified penalty on Indian goods, effective August 27. The move has triggered debate over US-India ties amid growing global tensions.

Trump's trade advisor accuses India of 'cozying up to China' | Labels 'maharaja of tariff'

Trump's trade advisor calls India 'Maharaja of tariffs'

India’s GST panel has proposed a major relief for citizens — exempting health and life insurance premiums from the current 18% tax. The recommendation comes soon after Prime Minister Modi announced sweeping GST cuts to revive economic momentum amid trade tensions with the U.S. If approved by the GST Council in the upcoming meeting before Diwali, the move could lead to a revenue loss of ₹9,700 crore but ease financial burdens on millions of Indian families.

India’s GST 2.0 reforms push gains momentum

Bangladesh's Foreign Secretary Waker-Uz-Zaman has departed for Beijing to meet with senior Chinese officials. The high-level visit aims to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between China and Bangladesh, with key discussions expected around trade, infrastructure, and regional security cooperation. The two countries continue to deepen their strategic partnership amid shifting regional dynamics.

China-Bangladesh visit: Waker-uz-Zaman departs to meet officials | Strengthening bilateral ties

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain alert for multiple states, including Delhi and Mumbai. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected till August 27, with cloudy skies and thundershowers predicted. Check the latest forecast, alerts, and air quality details.


India: IMD issues nationwide heavy rain alert across 26 states 

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 orders action against street feeders, stray dogs to be sterilised and released 

A man tried to climb the wall of India's new Parliament building near Garuda Gate at 6:30 AM on Aug 22 using a tree. Security personnel quickly caught him. He is being interrogated to uncover his identity, motive, and how he breached the high-security zone.

Security breach in Indian Parliament: Man tries to scale wall, caught by security personnel - What we know so far

NDA, I.N.D.I.A Block Candidates File Nominations, setting the stage for a major political showdown. How is the race progressing and what does it mean for India's future?

India's next Vice-President: NDA, I.N.D.I.A block candidates file nominations

Actor-politician Vijay, who is trying to push forward his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) as a third front in Tamil Nadu, announced that he would contest the assembly polls from Madurai East.


India: Actor-turned-politician Vijay rules out alliance 

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that India was not the biggest importer of Russian oil and expressed that he was "perplexed" as New Delhi's purchase of oil from the US had in fact increased.


EAM: China, EU are bigger purchasers of Russian energy than India

ISRO spotted a dangerous crack in the Falcon-9’s oxidiser line just hours before lift-off. Their demand for full repair and testing delayed the launch but saved lives. Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission succeeded only because India insisted on safety.


ISRO detected a critical fuel leak SpaceX missed

On the final day of his Moscow visit, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pushed for deeper India-Russia trade and investment ties. Addressing a business forum, Jaishankar urged Russian companies to partner with Indian firms in sectors ranging from energy to technology.


S Jaishankar meets Putin as Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods 

The ban on online money games in India is set to hit the country's sports industry as well. The move could significantly effect the cricketing ecosystem and also hit franchise leagues of other sports.


What is the BCCI sponsorship jinx?

The Indian Sports Ministry has released a statement, saying India-Pakistan matches at multi-team tournaments will go ahead, thereby paving the way for the Asia Cup clash next month.


India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash to go ahead after Sports Ministry statement

India-Russia ties: EAM calls on Russian companies to partner with Indian firms 

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has firmly rejected Nepal’s objections to the resumption of border trade with China via the Lipulekh Pass, calling Kathmandu’s territorial claims “untenable” and “not based on historical facts and evidence.” 

Despite dismissing Nepal’s claims, India reiterated its willingness to resolve the boundary issue through constructive dialogue and diplomacy.

India strongly rejects Nepal’s objection over Lipulekh trade route dispute

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued forecasts of widespread rainfall across the country over the coming days, driven by multiple active monsoon systems.

India faces heavy rains, flooding & landslides | Delhi to Mumbai on alert

EAM Jaishankar wraps up Moscow visit, calls for stronger India-Russia trade ties

India’s External Affairs Minister is set to meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss strengthening bilateral ties. The meeting underscores New Delhi’s focus on strategic cooperation with Moscow. Watch to know more on this!


India, Russia ties: EAM to meet Russian counterpart Lavrov next 

Cindy Rodriguez Singh has been arrested for the alleged murder of her 6-year-old son. Cindy was wanted since 2023 and was FBI's '10th most wanted' fugitive arrested in the last 7 months. Watch to know more on this!


Cindy Rodriguez Singh, arrested for alleged murder of 6-old son

India’s fast-growing real money gaming industry, once projected to hit nearly $10 billion by 2030, is now staring at an uncertain future. The government’s proposed Online Gaming Bill threatens to impose sweeping bans that could upend one of the country’s most dynamic digital sectors.

The bill aims to regulate and restrict online gaming activities, citing concerns over addiction, money laundering, and fraud. However, critics warn it could cripple innovation and lead to massive job losses in a booming industry that has already attracted major investments and millions of players nationwide.

India’s $25-billion gaming industry faces blanket ban

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is taking a cautious stance in the face of escalating global uncertainty. Minutes from the latest Monetary Policy Committee meeting reveal that the central bank paused its rate decisions earlier this month to assess the potential fallout from Donald Trump’s proposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods.

As global trade tensions flare ahead of the 2026 U.S. elections, India finds itself in the crosshairs of economic nationalism. The RBI is now balancing domestic inflation control with potential external shocks, especially in sectors highly dependent on exports to the U.S.


RBI meeting minutes: Rates on hold to check tariffs impact

In India, weddings are not just events — they’re an economy.
At a time when global markets teeter and consumer sentiment weakens, the Indian wedding industry surges ahead, immune to inflation, war, pandemics, or downturns.

How India’s weddings became social spectacles

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