India

Delhi Police Nabs 65-Year-Old Man Who Fled Murder Case 40 Years Ago

Delhi Police have apprehended Natthu, also known as Natthulal, a 65-year-old man from Hardoi district in Uttar Pradesh. He had been evading authorities since 1984, when a murder case was registered against him at Janakpuri police station in Delhi. Natthu was only 23 years old when he fled following the registration of the case. He managed to remain a fugitive for approximately four decades before finally being caught by Delhi Police.

NIA searches 10 locations across Kashmir in cross-border terror conspiracy case

Punjab Gurdwaras Urge Parents to Watch Children Amid Rising Drug Concern

Gurdwaras in Punjab have joined the state's ongoing battle against drug abuse by urging parents to closely monitor their children's activities. The religious institutions are playing an active role in spreading awareness about the growing drug menace in the region. Public concern has been further heightened by videos circulating on social media showing young people consuming drugs. These developments highlight the deep reach of drug networks among Punjab's youth population.

Hong Kong's Maryam Bibi carries father's dream into clash against India

Hong Kong vice-captain Maryam Bibi is preparing for a high-stakes match against India, a moment she considers both a competitive and personal milestone. Her cricket journey started informally with tape-ball games before progressing to international representation. Bibi has spoken of fulfilling her father's dream as a key motivation heading into the fixture. She also hopes her performance will serve as an inspiration for young girls aspiring to take up the sport.

Anthropic Eyes Mega-IPO Filing by End of Month, Could Rival SpaceX Record

AI company Anthropic, known for developing the Claude AI assistant, is reportedly preparing to file publicly for an initial public offering as early as the end of this month. The company is currently evaluating its financials ahead of the potential listing. If it proceeds, the IPO could rival or surpass SpaceX's record-setting public offering in size. The move would mark a major milestone for one of the most prominent players in the generative AI industry.

FSSAI sends 150+ notices to Nestle, Coca-Cola, Amazon over misleading food ads

India's food safety regulator FSSAI has issued more than 150 notices to prominent food and beverage companies in recent months. The notices target misleading advertising practices and violations of labeling norms. Major brands including Nestle India and Coca-Cola India were among those penalized, while e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart received multiple notices and faced a warehouse license cancellation. Food service chains such as KFC and McDonald's were also subject to enforcement action. The crackdown signals a broader regulatory push to ensure compliance across food retail, manufacturing, and online platforms.

BJP Launches Nationwide Month-Long Campaign to Celebrate Modi's 25 Years in Office

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a month-long nationwide campaign to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in public office. The campaign will be service-oriented in nature, spanning across the entire country. Outreach programs are planned as part of the initiative, with Anganwadi workers among those set to be engaged. The campaign reflects the party's effort to highlight Modi's long tenure in public service through grassroots activities.

Gopichand credits six weeks of prep for Treesa-Gayatri's World Championships bronze

India's chief badminton coach Pullela Gopichand has attributed the historic BWF World Championships bronze medal won by Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand to six weeks of focused tactical preparation. The coach highlighted improvements in the pair's rotation and patience as key factors behind their breakthrough performance in New Delhi. Although the duo fell short in the semi-finals against China's Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning, Gopichand expressed satisfaction with their overall progress. He also voiced optimism about the Indian pair's prospects heading into the upcoming Asian Games campaign.

Punjab Congress Leaders Condemn Hooda's Praise for 1984 Riots Convict Sajjan Kumar

Punjab Congress leaders have strongly criticised Deepender Singh Hooda after he praised convicted politician Sajjan Kumar. Hooda had described Kumar as a prominent political figure with an exemplary connection with the people. Kumar was convicted for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, which followed the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Punjab Congress leaders labelled Kumar a 'killer of Sikhs', expressing outrage at the remarks. The incident has sparked a sharp internal dispute within the Congress party over the appropriateness of Hooda's comments.

From rural classroom to the stars: How government teacher from Rajasthan is helping students hunt asteroids

Canada to impose punitive tariff on US from Sept 8; to hit steel, dairy sectors

Tamil woman's torso found in suitcase; Odia couple suspected, manhunt underway

Police have identified the victim as Haidul Nisha, a Tamil woman whose torso was discovered inside a suitcase. An Odia couple has been named as prime suspects in the case. CCTV footage captured the duo carrying the suitcase to Chennai Central railway station on August 5, with the train reaching Agra the following day. Authorities have deployed special teams to trace the suspects using mobile signal tracking.

'Ensure end of caste system first': Athawale calls reservation constitutional right

Speeding Car Runs Over 5-Year-Old in Nagpur, Driver Surrenders After CCTV Footage

A five-year-old child was struck by a speeding car in Nagpur's Mahakali Nagar area, near Badrinath Society. The incident was recorded on CCTV cameras installed at the location. The footage, which surfaced online, showed the vehicle running over the young child without stopping. Following the incident, the driver surrendered to authorities. Police are currently investigating the matter based on the available video evidence.

Was Revanth supposed to meet Mamdani? His office says tentative, opposition seeks answers

Shillong Violence: 15 FIRs Filed, Five Suspects Identified as States Seek Peace

Violence in Shillong has prompted authorities to register fifteen First Information Reports in connection with the incidents. Five masked individuals have been identified as suspects linked to the attacks. Tensions between Assam and Meghalaya have since shown signs of easing following the unrest. The two neighboring states are now working toward establishing a joint peace mechanism to prevent further conflict.

CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Booked for Unauthorised Entry into Government School

Police have registered an FIR against Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke and others in connection with an unauthorised visit to a government school. The complainant alleged that Dipke and his associates disrupted ongoing classes and threatened teachers during the visit. Dipke reportedly recorded the school visit and shared the footage on social media platforms. He also made claims regarding students present at the school during the visit. Authorities have launched a formal investigation into the incident.

'Meeting all about new ideas & perspectives': PM Modi after engaging with 'team Nabin'

How two storms turned a planned US resort island into a protected seashore

Assateague Island, off the US Atlantic coast, was originally planned as a large resort community featuring thousands of homes, roads, and commercial developments. A hurricane in 1933 physically split the island, causing major geographical changes. The devastating Ash Wednesday storm of 1962 further destroyed existing roads and structures, effectively halting development plans. Following the destruction, the federal government designated Assateague a National Seashore in 1965. The protected status has since preserved the island's beaches, wildlife, and natural coastal ecosystems.

Rahul Gandhi Pitches Women Empowerment in Pune Amid Student Unrest

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed a rally in Pune, emphasizing women's independence and personal identity as central to his political outreach. The event, aimed at tackling key student concerns such as unemployment and examination irregularities, was overshadowed by clashes between rival student groups. Police were called in to restore order, and several individuals were arrested following the disruption. Competing political factions traded accusations over the incidents, including allegations of orchestrated interference and financial backing of agitators. The event highlighted growing political tensions surrounding youth-focused issues ahead of what appears to be an increasingly charged electoral climate.