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What triggered Nepal’s catastrophic flash floods? USGS rules out earthquake

Nuvama VP picks Vedanta, CDSL, Ashok Leyland as top buys for Aug 27

Aakash K Hindocha, Vice President of Research at Nuvama Professional Clients Group, has named three stocks as his top picks for August 27, 2026. The recommended stocks are Vedanta, Central Depository Services (India) Ltd (CDSL), and Ashok Leyland. Hindocha also shared his outlook on key benchmark indices Nifty and Bank Nifty alongside the stock picks. The recommendations were published as part of Nuvama Wealth's daily market guidance for investors.

India News Live Updates, 27 August 2026: Haryanvi singer shot dead in UP’s Shamli, Akhilesh Yadav points to ‘caste’ angle

UPTET 2026 Results Declared: Over 13 Lakh Candidates Qualify Across Both Levels

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) announced the UPTET 2026 results on August 26, 2026. A total of 5,71,435 candidates passed the Primary Level, while 7,59,513 cleared the Upper Primary Level. The exam was conducted across five shifts over three days — July 2, 3, and 4. UPESSC applied a score normalisation process before finalising the results. Qualified candidates can verify their status on the official UPESSC website and are advised to save their scorecards for future reference.

Haryanvi Singer Ankit Balyan Shot Dead Outside Gym in Shamli

Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was killed in a targeted shooting outside a gym in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district. Four attackers arrived on two motorcycles and opened fire on Balyan as he was leaving the facility. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and exploring a possible connection to Haryana in the case. The murder sparked public protests, with demonstrators blocking a key road in the area. No arrests have been made so far, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Gig Hiring Rises 15% for Festive Season, Tier II Cities Gain Ground

Gig economy hiring has surged by 15% in anticipation of the upcoming festive season. Delivery associates are among the most in-demand roles during this period. Warehouses and fulfilment centres are also ramping up their workforce to handle the expected spike in orders. Notably, tier II cities are emerging as significant contributors to this job growth, signalling a broader geographic spread of gig employment opportunities.

Nepal Floods Devastate Villages Along Bhote Kosi and Trishuli Rivers

Severe flooding has caused widespread destruction across villages and towns in Nepal. The disaster struck areas along two major rivers, the Bhote Kosi and the Trishuli. Surging floodwaters swept away homes, roads, bridges, and power plants in their path. Aerial footage has revealed the extensive scale of the damage left behind by the floods.

India coach backs free-hit rule in Tests to curb no-ball problem

India bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has suggested that introducing free-hits in Test cricket could effectively reduce the frequency of no-balls. He made the remarks after the fourth day's play on Wednesday. Bahutule argued that teams would be far less likely to bowl no-balls if the punishment included a free-hit delivery. He clarified he does not consider himself a guardian of the rules, but believes the added consequence would act as a strong deterrent. The proposal echoes a growing debate around modernising Test cricket's playing conditions.

Nepal floods: India opens helplines as over 130 nationals remain missing

Mayank Chakraborty and student Pratitee win Asian Junior Chess titles in Mumbai

Seventeen-year-old Mayank Chakraborty, India's 94th Grandmaster and the first from Northeast India, claimed the classical title at the Asian Junior Chess Championships held in Mumbai. His 13-year-old student Pratitee Bordoloi won the girls' classical title at the same tournament, completing a rare teacher-student double triumph. The two had worked together for three months ahead of the event, with Mayank mentoring Pratitee while simultaneously managing his own competitive career. Both entered the championship as top seeds, adding significant pressure to their performances. Pratitee also secured a Women's Grandmaster norm during the tournament, marking a major milestone in her early career.

Maharashtra Cyber launches awareness campaign targeting digital arrest scams

Maharashtra Cyber unveiled a short film and anthem in Mumbai to educate the public about online fraud. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who attended the event, emphasized that public awareness is a critical tool in combating cyber crime. Several celebrities were felicitated at the event for their role in supporting the initiative. The campaign specifically focuses on the 'digital arrest' scam, in which fraudsters extort money from unsuspecting victims. Authorities have urged citizens who fall victim to online fraud to immediately call the 1930 cyber helpline.

Bengal health dept probes 60 child deaths in 3 weeks at Malda Medical College

West Bengal's health department has sought detailed reports from Malda Medical College Hospital following the deaths of 60 children in the first three weeks of August. The alarming figures included 10 deaths recorded in a single day, prompting official scrutiny. Authorities are reviewing the hospital along with other health facilities in the region. Officials noted that many of the children had been referred from elsewhere and were already in critical condition upon arrival. A formal investigation into the deaths is currently underway.

Two Faridabad Traffic Cops Killed After Speeding Truck Drags Them 50 Metres

Two traffic police officers lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Faridabad, Haryana. A speeding truck struck the policemen, who were on a motorcycle, and dragged them for more than 50 metres. The impact of the collision proved fatal for both officers. The incident has raised serious concerns about road safety and the dangers faced by traffic personnel on duty.

Jadeja tops spinner no-ball count with 88 infractions since 2021

Ravindra Jadeja has bowled 88 no-balls since 2021, the highest tally among spinners globally. The problem has worsened significantly after television adjudication was introduced, during which he accounted for only 18 of those infractions. The trend has continued into India's current series, where the team's spinners are broadly struggling with bowling discipline. The persistent issue poses a notable challenge for the Indian team management heading into upcoming fixtures.

Apple iPhone 17 Leads Global Smartphone Sales in Q2 2025

Apple's iPhone 17 topped worldwide smartphone sales during the April-June 2025 quarter, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pro models also ranking among the top sellers. Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra made a notable rise in the global rankings during the same period. Together, Apple and Samsung captured a combined 26% share of the global smartphone market. This performance came despite an overall 11% decline in the broader smartphone market during the quarter.

Salesforce Launches 'Claudeforce' Plugin in Deepened Partnership with Anthropic

Salesforce has deepened its partnership with AI company Anthropic by launching a new integration called Claudeforce, marking a rare instance of Salesforce incorporating an external name into its own branding. The plugin is designed specifically for sales professionals, allowing them to interact with Anthropic's AI capabilities directly through Salesforce's data environment. Claudeforce includes core sales tools such as email drafting and record management, aiming to combine AI reasoning with established enterprise workflows. The two companies also plan to expand their collaboration further, with additional integrations expected across their platforms and Slack in the future.

Salesforce Launches 'Claudeforce' Plugin Integrating Anthropic's Claude for Sales Teams

Salesforce has deepened its partnership with AI company Anthropic by launching a new product called Claudeforce, marking the first time Salesforce has incorporated an external name into its own branding. The plugin allows sales professionals to interact with Anthropic's Claude AI directly within Salesforce's platform using existing company data. Claudeforce includes core sales tools such as email drafting and record management, aiming to combine AI reasoning with established enterprise workflows. The two companies have indicated that further integrations are planned, including an expansion into Salesforce's workplace messaging app Slack.

Three US Secret Service Officials Suspended Amid Misconduct Investigation

The United States Secret Service has placed three of its officials on administrative leave as part of an ongoing misconduct investigation. The development comes at a sensitive time for the agency, which is responsible for protecting the President and other senior officials. The Secret Service has faced heightened scrutiny in recent years following multiple security concerns. President Donald Trump has been the target of at least three assassination plots over the past two years, raising questions about the agency's effectiveness and conduct.

NDTV World Hosts India-Nepal 'Anviksha' Dialogue in Kathmandu

NDTV World is hosting a high-level dialogue event titled 'Anviksha' in Kathmandu, Nepal. The forum brings together politicians, diplomats, and business leaders from both countries. The event is centered on exploring and strengthening the bilateral relationship between India and Nepal. It serves as a platform for key stakeholders to engage in structured discussions on shared interests and future cooperation.

Haryanvi Singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan Killed in Shooting in UP's Shamli

Ankit Balyan, a Haryanvi singer and popular YouTuber, was fatally shot in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district. The attack took place outside a gym in the area. Balyan was known for his work as a musician and content creator on YouTube. The incident has drawn attention to rising crime concerns in the region.