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29 Aug 2026


White House teleprompter operator fined $172,000 over Kalshi insider bets

Gabriel Perez, a teleprompter operator at the White House, has been fined over $172,000 to settle an investigation by a federal regulator.

Tennessee could rename Nashville airport to honor late Dolly Parton

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proposed renaming Nashville International Airport after country music legend Dolly Parton.

Lawyers awarded $147M in Google data privacy case

A US judge has awarded nearly $147 million in legal fees to the attorneys who represented plaintiffs in a data privacy trial against Google last year.

'Arrivals': What to expect from Netflix's 'Manifest' spinoff

Netflix has ordered a spinoff of its hit series Manifest, titled Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery.

Bay of Bengal system to enhance monsoon activity in India

A new weather system is developing over the Bay of Bengal, promising a fresh spell of monsoon rainfall for east and central India.

Yash's 'Toxic' falls further; global gross nears ₹200cr

The gangster film Toxic, starring Yash, has come close to the ₹200 crore mark in India gross collections on Day 3.

This reimagined Ford Mustang is a peek into the future

Digital artist Luca Serafini has reimagined the current S650 Ford Mustang with a more exotic, supercar-inspired look.

Lotus's upcoming hybrid supercar will use Formula 1 engine tech

Lotus has announced its plans to launch a new mid-engine hybrid supercar. The vehicle, dubbed the Type 135, is expected to hit the market in 2028.

This is Volkswagen's 1st fully electric camper van

Volkswagen has unveiled its first-ever all-electric camper, the ID. California Cruise, at the 2026 Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf.

RBI to buyback government securities worth ₹30,000cr on September 3

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a buyback of government securities worth ₹30,000 crore on September 3.

Nepal floods: Infosys Public Services CEO Lax Gopisetty is unreachable

Infosys has confirmed that its subsidiary, Infosys Public Services's CEO, Lax Gopisetty, is currently unreachable.

Why chip designer Marvell's shares faced a selloff yesterday

Chip designer Marvell Technology's shares fell over 8% to $221.6 during trading on Friday.

This Google Chrome alternative lets you use email aliases

Brave, a Google Chrome alternative, has introduced a new feature that allows users to create email aliases.

FDA officer forced to eat expired biscuits by mob

A shocking incident unfolded in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of Maharashtra when a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officer was cornered by an angry mob.

Taylor Swift donates $50K to nursing assistant struck by car

Singer Taylor Swift has donated a whopping $50,000 to a GoFundMe campaign for Ashley Taunton, a Connecticut-based certified nursing assistant who was injured in a car accident.

OpenAI decides to wind down Cursor contract

OpenAI has announced its decision to terminate the contract with Cursor, following its acquisition by SpaceX.

Former judge and 'Swift Justice' host Jackie Glass (70) dies

Jackie Glass, the former Clark County judge and host of the syndicated court show Swift Justice, has passed away at 70, reported TMZ.

Trump honors Artemis II crew

The astronauts of Artemis II, who made a historic lunar flyby earlier this year, have been awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' beats 'Titanic,' becomes 4th-highest-grossing film ever!

Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially surpassed James Cameron's Titanic at the global box office, becoming the fourth-highest-grossing film of all time.

Delhi model's murder accused has past of violent crimes

The accused in the Delhi model murder case, Mohammad Imran, was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in 2018 for sexually harassing a minor.

BCCI considering sending pacer Auqib Nabi for county stint: Report

With India's chances of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final hanging by a thread, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is leaving no stone unturned.

India may send second-string cricket team for Asian Games: Details

India is considering sending a second-string cricket team to the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

'Proud of the film': Akshay Oberoi defends 'Toxic' amid backlash

Akshay Oberoi, who recently starred in Geetu Mohandas's Kannada-English film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, has expressed his pride in the movie's performance.

Glacial lake at risk of bursting, China warns Nepal

China has warned Nepal about the potential risk of a temporary lake in the upper reaches of the Lhende river system bursting its banks.

'Batting is concern': Sarfaraz Ahmed's admission amid Pakistan's Lord's struggles

Pakistan's head coach, Sarfaraz Ahmed, has expressed deep concern over his team's persistent batting failures.

CBI arrests IRS officer, 2 others in bribery case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Indian Revenue Service (IRS)-2009 officer Vinay Kumar Kanheti, serving as Additional Commissioner of CGST in Maharashtra's Raigad district, in a bribery case.

Where to watch Nayanthara-Kavin's 'Hi' after theatrical run

The Tamil romantic comedy-drama Hi, featuring Nayanthara and Kavin in lead roles, has finally hit theaters.

Nepal-Tibet disaster: Death toll rises to 584, 2,482 still missing

The death toll from the Bhote Koshi-Trishuli disaster in Nepal and Tibet has risen to at least 584, with 2,482 people still missing.

Saif Ali Khan stabbing case: Accused seeks to plead guilty

In a recent development in the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, accused Mohammad Shariful Islam has approached a Mumbai court seeking to plead guilty.

US strikes oil deal with Venezuela for 65B barrels

United States President Donald Trump has announced a landmark agreement with Venezuela, granting the US access to its vast untapped oil reserves.

Aston Villa sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea: Decoding his stats

Aston Villa have officially announced the signing of Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth up to £65 million.

Premier League 2026-27, Manchester City thrash Crystal Palace 4-1: Stats

Manchester City continued their winning streak under new manager Enzo Maresca with a resounding 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace in Matchweek 2 of the Premier League 2026-27 season.

3 changes India need to make for next Test series

India won the Sri Lanka Test series 1-0, but the second match ended in a draw despite the visitors being on the driver's seat.

Heroes and flops for India in Sri Lanka Test series

India's tour of Sri Lanka ended with a 1-0 series win for the visitors.

Men's Hockey World Cup: India lose to Belgium on penalties

Indian men's hockey team suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Belgium in the 7/8th classification match of the Men's Hockey World Cup 2026.

Aston Villa agree €55 million deal for PSG's Ibrahim Mbaye

Aston Villa have reached an agreement in principle to sign forward Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

28 Aug 2026


Lord's Test, Day 2: England take 261-run lead versus Pakistan

England's bowlers put on a stellar performance on Day 2 of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord's.

Namibia's Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit claim match-winning three-fers versus SA

Namibia registered a massive victory over South Africa in the opening match of their home T20I Tri-Series 2026.

T20I Tri-Series, SA's Dewald Brevis slams 75 versus Namibia: Stats

Namibia registered a historic victory over South Africa in the opening match of their home T20I Tri-Series 2026.

T20I Tri-Series 2026, Namibia hand South Africa 18-run defeat: Stats

Namibia handed South Africa cricket team a telling 18-run defeat in their T20I Tri-Series 2026 opener on Friday.

Lord's Test, Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer floor Pakistan: Stats

England fast bowlers Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer demolished Pakistan on Day 2 of the Lord's Test on Friday.

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins apologized for refusal to play: Details

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has revealed that striker Ollie Watkins has apologized for his refusal to play in his side's Premier League 2026-27 opener against Brighton last week.

Carlos Baleba sidelined for up to three weeks: Michael Carrick

Manchester United's new signing, Carlos Baleba, is set to be sidelined for up to three weeks due to an ankle injury.

Diego Simeone makes promise to Julian Alvarez amid Barcelona speculation

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has said he will "do everything" to make Julian Alvarez feel valued when he returns to training.

T20I Tri-Series, Namibia's Jan Frylinck slams 60 versus SA: Stats

Namibia's Jan Frylinck scored a solid knock of 60 off 38 balls versus the South Africa cricket team in the T20I Tri-Series 2026 opener on Friday.

UEFA Europa League, Conference League: Premier League clubs learn fate

The draws for the league phase of the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League have been held.

Saif 'is the hero' in 'Haiwaan,' says Akshay

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has had a busy year with successful films like Bhooth Bangla and Welcome to the Jungle.

'Squid Game' duo reunites: Everything about their new thriller

Lee Byung-hun, best known for his role as the Front Man in the globally popular Netflix series Squid Game, will reunite with director Hwang Dong-hyuk for a new sci-fi thriller titled K.O. Club.

SL-IND Tests: Gautam Gambhir lauds Indian team, praises 'exceptional' Dinusha

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has praised his team for their character and mental strength in Test cricket, after they secured a 1-0 series victory over Sri Lanka.

Taapsee Pannu says she 'de-sold' herself to not get typecast

Taapsee Pannu, known for her roles in Pink, Mulk, Thappad and Assi, has revealed that she has turned down several films to avoid being typecast.

Pat Cummins joins global call for Imran Khan's medical treatment

Australia's Test and ODI captain, Pat Cummins, has backed the global call for proper medical care for former Pakistan Prime Minister and cricket captain Imran Khan.

Penguin sought cuts to Modi, RSS in Sonia's memoir: Report

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's book deal with Penguin Random House India (PRHI) reportedly fell after she refused to make changes or deletions of references to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Chinese intrusions, HT reported.

India offers to send NDRF teams to Nepal for rescue

The Indian government has offered to send National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel to Nepal for rescue operations, following devastating floods that have killed around 600 people.

Mohammad Ali claims three-fer versus England in Lord's Test: Stats

Pakistan's pace attack shone in the first innings of the second Test against England at Lord's, bowling the hosts out for 290.

Nepal floods: Death toll crosses 550, over 1,500 missing

The devastating floods in Nepal have left at least 547 people dead and over 977 missing, according to the country's disaster authority.

Indian Railways doubles littering fine to ₹1,000 under new rules

The Indian Railways has increased the penalty for littering on its premises. Passengers and others caught violating cleanliness rules will now be fined ₹1,000, according to The Indian Express.

US Fed should raise rates to tackle inflation: Raghuram Rajan

Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan has called on the US Federal Reserve to hike interest rates in order to tackle rising inflation.

Kriti Sanon celebrates Rakhi, takes swipe at 'fashion committee'

Actor Kriti Sanon celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her sister Nupur on Friday.

Who was Andrea Eastman? Casting director of 'The Godfather' dies

Andrea Eastman, the legendary casting director of The Godfather and a former Hollywood agent, has passed away at 86.

Meta testing AI agent that can book restaurants and goods

Meta is testing a new personal AI agent, dubbed Project Hatch, to its employees for testing.

Lord's Test: Mohammad Abbas decimates England with four-wicket haul

Pakistan's fast bowler Mohammad Abbas has put his team in a commanding position in the second Test match against England at Lord's.

Range Rover Sport Twenty Edition launched at ₹1.9cr

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has launched the limited-edition Range Rover Sport Twenty Edition in India, with a starting price of ₹1.9 crore (ex-showroom).

Nepal: Morgues overflow, authorities store flood bodies in dry ice

The recent flash floods in Nepal have left at least 547 people dead and overwhelmed morgues across several districts.

'Odyssey' returns to IMAX screens, dethroning 'Toxic' in 2 days

In an unprecedented turn of events, The Odyssey has made a swift return to IMAX screens across India, only two days after being removed from the lineup.

'Will beat you': Raj Thackeray's son warns drivers over Marathi

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) leader Amit Thackeray has warned that auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers found speaking only in Hindi will be beaten up.

Which Sri Lankan boasts most runs after first five Tests?

Sonal Dinusha, the rising Sri Lankan batting sensation, etched his name into the history books with his sensational run in his recent two-match Test series against India.

Rahul Gandhi is INDIA bloc's PM candidate: Tamil Nadu minister

Tamil Nadu Minister P Viswanathan has declared Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as the "definitive" prime ministerial candidate for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections under the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc.

Apple Pay gets new features to make payments more convenient

Apple has announced a bunch of new features for its popular payment service, Apple Pay.

Ahmedabad: Mob beats up readers over Anne Frank, Malala books

In a shocking incident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, a group of bibliophiles was attacked by a mob allegedly comprising Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad activists, various media reports stated.

Rashmika Mandanna to lead Bharat Ratna MS Subbulakshmi's biopic

The much-anticipated biopic of Bharat Ratna awardee and legendary Carnatic singer MS Subbulakshmi has reportedly found its lead actor.

Tencent unveils open-source AI model for coding, research

Chinese tech giant Tencent has launched a new open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model, Hy4 preview.

Barrier lake risk 'manageable': China, Nepal resume rescue operations

Rescue operations have resumed downstream after they were briefly suspended, triggered by concerns over rising water from a barrier lake near the Nepal-Tibet border.

How are dead characters returning in 'Mirzapur: The Movie'?

The much-awaited Mirzapur: The Movie, set to hit theaters on September 4, isn't a direct continuation of the series. Instead, it picks up from Season 1, Episode 6.

Batters with twin hundreds in a Test, second while following-on

Sonal Dinusha, the Sri Lankan batting sensation, has joined an elite list of players who have scored centuries in both innings of a Test match.

Apple to donate for Nepal, Tibet flood victims

Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced that the tech giant will donate to relief and rebuilding efforts after devastating floods and mudslides in Nepal and Tibet.

OpenAI asks court to dismiss Apple's trade secret lawsuit

OpenAI has filed a new petition, along with Chang Liu, Tang Tan, and io Products, asking the court to dismiss Apple's trade secret misappropriation complaint.

Who is Norway's next king as Harald V (89) dies?

King Harald V of Norway has died at the age of 89.

Amazon's new India unit targets counterfeiters, scam networks

Amazon has launched a new initiative called the Counterfeit Crimes Unit (CCU) to tackle e-commerce frauds in India.

J. Cole cancels Sacramento concert after crew member's death

Grammy-winning rapper J. Cole (41) has canceled his Sacramento concert following the tragic death of a crew member in a truck accident.

Is India the best visiting team in Sri Lanka (Tests)?

Team India's 1-0 series victory over Sri Lanka has been marred by a drawn second and final Test, thanks to Sonal Dinusha's twin centuries.

Woman dies, some faint scrambling for BJP mayor's rakhi gifts

A stampede-like situation broke out at a Raksha Bandhan event organized by Bareilly BJP Mayor Umesh Gautam and his son Parth on Thursday at the Bareilly Club ground.

Anil Kapoor calls 'India Ke Top 1%' 'most exciting' project

Star Plus is gearing up for its new reality show, India Ke Top 1%, with Anil Kapoor as the host.

Google Messages gets custom chat themes: How to set them

Google has officially announced the addition of custom chat themes and backgrounds for its Messages app on Android.

Sandhya Devanathan, Meta's India and Southeast Asia chief, joins OpenAI

Meta's Vice President and Head of India and Southeast Asia, Sandhya Devanathan, has announced her resignation from the company after a decade-long association.

Pikachu visits Apple Park, meets Tim Cook

Apple Park recently had a special visitor: Pikachu. The adorable Pokemon was spotted roaming around the Apple campus in a video shared by CEO Tim Cook.

Gemini Notebook can now analyze your e-books

Google has updated its AI note-taking app, Gemini Notebook, with a new feature called "Expert Intelligence."

Not accurate: Penguin India refutes reports on Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Penguin Random House India has clarified that it is not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's upcoming memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," in India.

India plans to acquire battle-tested Javelin anti-tank missile system: US

India is planning to acquire the battle-tested Javelin anti-tank missile system from the United States, Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador to India, announced on Friday.

SoftBank seeks another $10B loan to fund OpenAI investment

SoftBank Group Corp. is looking for a $10 billion loan to finance its investment in US tech giant OpenAI, according to Bloomberg.

FIR against Derek O'Brien, Abhishek Banerjee after scuffle over billboard

The Kolkata Police have registered three First Information Reports (FIRs) against Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders Abhishek Banerjee, Derek O'Brien, and Humayun Kabir.

Hrithik Roshan's son Hrehaan debuts as independent artist

Hrehaan Roshan, the son of actor Hrithik Roshan and fashion and interior designer Sussanne Khan, has made his debut as an independent artist.

Saif Ali Khan 'would love to' host a TV show

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has revealed that he is open to the idea of hosting a television show.

Nepal: Rescue operation ongoing for 100 people trapped inside tunnel

The Nepal Army is currently engaged in a rescue operation for around 100 people stuck inside a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project.

Meta's smart glasses now stop recording if light is covered

Meta has announced an update for its AI-powered smart glasses, aimed at addressing a privacy loophole.

Tempsens Instruments doubles on debut, lists at 111% premium

Tempsens Instruments made a stellar debut on the stock market today, with its shares opening at a whopping 111% premium over the issue price.

Surrey groundsman who tiffed with Gambhir put on leave: Details

Lee Fortis, the head groundsman at Surrey, has been in the news again for all the wrong reasons.

Muskan murder case: How accused gym trainer was finally caught

A gym trainer, Aqib alias Imran, was arrested on Friday morning after a gunfight with the police in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old Delhi University student.

Ola Electric introduces S1Z with in-house 'Bharat Cell'

Ola Electric has launched the S1Z, India's first scooter range to feature its homegrown Bharat Cell LFP technology.

Gary Kirsten calls for better pitches after SL-IND Test series

Sri Lanka's head coach, Gary Kirsten, has called for a change in pitch preparation, favoring conditions that would allow seam bowlers to shine.

'Fauzi' DoP says Prabhas doesn't have an 'iota of dishonesty'

Sudeep Chatterjee, the director of photography (DoP) for the upcoming film Fauzi, has praised lead actor Prabhas.

Iran denies assassination plot against Trump's son Barron

Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei has denied reports of a possible assassination plot against Barron Trump, the youngest son of US President Donald Trump.

Bluesky now lets you keep posts out of Discover feed

Bluesky, the open social network, has introduced a new feature that lets users opt out of having their posts appear in the app's main Discover feed.

TCS cuts bonuses to 60-70% as AI spending pressures margins

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reportedly slashed the average quarterly variable pay for certain mid- and senior-level employees to 60-70% for the April-June quarter.

TASMAC to digitize liquor stock submissions at retail shops

Tamil Nadu's state-run liquor retailer, TASMAC, is set to digitize its operations from September 1.

Olivia Dean hints at India tour stop?

English singer-songwriter Olivia Dean has teased a possible visit to India as part of her ongoing The Art of Loving Live tour.

NVIDIA to launch employee-funded committee to influence US policy

NVIDIA, the leading tech giant, is all set to launch a new political action committee (PAC), NVPAC.

India's spin attack bowled 12 no-balls in Colombo Test: Stats

A frustrated Indian unit had to settle for a draw in the second and final Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'DC' could have starred Siddharth

Before Lokesh Kanagaraj took the lead in DC, the gangster drama was a different film with Siddharth as its almost leading man.

Norway's King Harald, who modernized monarchy, dies aged 89

King Harald V of Norway died on Friday at the age of 89, a week after he was taken to the hospital for treatment for a rare blood condition.

'Daayra' to be first project under Junglee Pictures-Pen Studios partnership

In a significant development for the Indian film industry, Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios have announced a partnership, Variety revealed.

Pakistan, Kuwait sign military cooperation agreement

Pakistan has signed a military cooperation agreement with Kuwait, further expanding its defense ties in the Gulf region.

Musk's xAI accused of using child porn to train Grok

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, is facing a lawsuit for allegedly using child sex abuse materials (CSAM) to train its Grok models.

What did Imran Khan's sons say in Sky Sports interview

Sulaiman and Kasim Khan, the sons of former Pakistan cricket captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan, have raised serious concerns over their father's health and prison conditions.

Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay breaks Assembly convention, sits with ministers

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Thursday broke a long-standing Assembly convention by leaving his designated chair and sitting with ministers.

Rannvijay Singha returns to 'Roadies'; Season 21 auditions begin soon

MTV's popular adventure reality show, Roadies, is returning with its 21st season, titled Roadies REBIRTH.

IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR on Friday

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday.

Sonal Dinusha's historic run in India Tests rewrites record books

Sonal Dinusha, the Sri Lankan left-handed batsman, was on an absolute roll in the recently concluded two-Test series against India.

Orry reveals Amrita Singh 'traumatized' him in 2021

Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, recently opened up about a traumatic experience involving veteran actor Amrita Singh.

HIV

FDA approves new once-daily pill to simplify HIV treatment

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new once-daily HIV pill from Gilead Sciences.

Manoj Bajpayee buys 4-acre agricultural land near Lonavala for ₹1.4cr

Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee has reportedly purchased a large tract of agricultural land.

What was actor Shelley Fabares's (82) cause of death?

Hollywood actor Shelley Fabares, known for her work in Coach and The Donna Reed Show, passed away on August 22 in Los Angeles. She was 82 years old.

OpenAI is building AI agent that never stops working

OpenAI is working on a highly persistent version of its Codex AI agent, according to WIRED.

Delhi couple arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI

The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested a couple, Sahil (25) and Sameera (21), for allegedly spying on behalf of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

'I am a...crazy fan': Muzammil Ibrahim gushes about Salman Khan

Actor Muzammil Ibrahim, who plays a pivotal role in director Vamshi Paidipally's upcoming action film SVC63, is elated to work with his childhood idol, Salman Khan.

Stephen King's 'Crouch End' gets series adaptation: What to expect

Stephen King's only London-set story, Crouch End, is being adapted into a six-part series by Prime Video.

Fake GTA 6 demo downloads are stealing passwords

An ongoing malware campaign is targeting gamers excited for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6).

Water dam breached in Tibet amid Nepal flood devastation

An artificial lake, blocked by a landslide on the Tibetan side of the Nepal-China border, has burst again, raising fears of flooding in Nepal's riverine areas, Nepal media reported.

Jensen Huang counters Bill Gates' AI job loss concerns

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has countered Bill Gates' concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) leading to job losses.

Tremor of magnitude 5.1 hits Sichuan province, China

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Longchang City in Neijiang, Sichuan province, on Friday afternoon.

Penguin India withdraws from publishing Sonia Gandhi's memoir: Report

Penguin Random House India has reportedly withdrawn from publishing Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love.

US agency declares 'major incident' after ransomware gang claims cyberattack

The US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has classified a recent cyberattack on one of its systems as a "major incident."

Why is Amaal Mallik taking a break from film music?

Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik has announced a break from film music until next year.

Google to punish Android apps that use too much memory

Google has announced a crackdown on memory-hungry Android apps, in response to the ongoing RAM crisis.

Emraan Hashmi to return to stage after 19 years

Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi is set to return to the stage after 19 years, reported Mid-Day.

Cybercriminals used SpaceX's Cursor AI to hack 7 companies

A group of Russian-speaking hackers has exploited SpaceX's AI coding assistant, Cursor, to hack into at least seven companies earlier this year.

'Romy called me': Jake Reiner talks about parents' tragic death

Jake Reiner, the son of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, has opened up about the tragic deaths of his parents.

Nepal: 2 men steal gold earrings from flood victim

Nepal Police have detained two men after a video of them stealing gold earrings from the body of a flood victim went viral.

Ashwin disappointed with Rishabh Pant's performance in SL Tests

Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his disappointment with Rishabh Pant's recent performances during India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which ended 1-0 in India's favor.

Google's AI Mode can now track flight prices, book hotels

Google has announced major upgrades to its AI Mode, a conversational search tool.

'Toxic' makers sending legal notices over negative reviews?

The makers of the film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups have reportedly sent legal notices to several content creators over their reviews of the movie.

China halts rescue operations over renewed flooding risks in Tibet

China has suspended rescue operations along the Tibet-Nepal border due to fears of another flood.

Iman Vellani hosts 'Avengers: Doomsday' podcast ahead of release

Ahead of the much-anticipated release of Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel has launched a new video podcast titled Countdown to Avengers: Doomsday Official Podcast.

'Awarapan 2' sees significant decline; global total at ₹200cr

The film Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, has seen a significant decline in its box office performance.

Gold jumps 14%, heads for best month since 1999

Gold prices have stabilized around $4,600 per ounce as investors await US interest rate decisions.

Trump-era sanctions against Anthropic illegal, US judge rules

A US federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's sanctions against AI giant Anthropic were illegal.

2/3rd glacier collapsed, plunged 1.2km before 'liquid concrete' swamped Nepal

The devastating flash flood that swept through the Nepal-Tibet border region on Wednesday, killing almost 500 people so far, was triggered by a dramatic glacier collapse.

Nepal declines foreign assistance offers for flood rescue operations

Nepal has turned down offers of foreign assistance for search and rescue operations in the wake of devastating flash floods.

Speedo's new goggles can track how you swim

Speedo has unveiled a new removable smart module for its Vanquisher goggles.

Google's new Fitbit lets you catch Pokemon while you sleep

Google has unveiled a special edition of its Fitbit Air, designed specifically for fans of the popular Pokemon franchise.

Anthropic considered $7B deal to acquire AI chip start-up MatX

Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) lab, discussed buying MatX, an AI chip start-up, according to Reuters.

Ravi Teja's 'Irumudi' slows down; earns ₹125 crore globally

The film Irumudi, starring Ravi Teja and directed by Shiva Nirvana, has witnessed a significant drop in its box office collection on the seventh day of its release.

Nepal flash floods: Bodies recovered 200km downsream

The recent flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district have left at least 469 dead and hundreds missing.

'Toxic' sees major dip on Day-2; global collection reaches ₹190cr

The Kannada gangster drama Toxic, starring Yash, Kiara Advani, and Nayanthara, witnessed a major dip in its box office collections on the second day of its release.

Nepal meteorology department received information 16mins after flood crossed border

Nepal authorities had no idea when a huge surge of floodwaters erupted from China's Tibetan region into Nepal through the Rasuwagadhi border crossing on Wednesday morning, Nepal News reported.

Jensen Huang says NVIDIA achieved AGI, calls milestone 'senseless'

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has claimed that the company has achieved Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), a goal that many tech giants have been chasing for years.

Why Katseye withdrew from Olivia Rodrigo's music fest

The global girl group Katseye has announced their withdrawal from Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival, scheduled for Saturday in Irvine, California.

Anthropic's new standard lets AI control physical devices

Anthropic, a leading AI research company, has announced its Model Hardware Standard (MHS). The initiative is aimed at allowing artificial intelligence (AI) agents to control physical devices.

YouTube now lets creators tag Amazon products in videos

YouTube has announced a new feature that allows eligible US creators to tag Amazon-listed products in their content.

OpenAI, Anthropic, Google urge collective action against rogue AI

Over a hundred tech companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Microsoft, have signed an open letter urging private and public sectors to unite against AI-related cyber threats.

Google's new tool gives creators more control over AI videos

Google has launched the latest version of its generative video tool, Gemini Omni 1.1.

'Transformers' voice actor Peter Cullen dies at 85

Peter Cullen, the iconic voice behind Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise and Eeyore in Disney's Winnie-the-Pooh series, has passed away. He was 85.

Hero MotoCorp raises Ather stake to 32.8% with ₹1,758cr investment

Hero MotoCorp has announced its decision to invest up to ₹1,758 crore in electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy.

'GTA VI' gets nearly 27-minute-long extended look ahead of release

Rockstar Games has released an "extended look" at its highly-anticipated title, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI).

Trent Boult claims his first five-wicket haul in T20s: Stats

Former New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult has finally claimed his first-ever five-wicket haul in the T20 format.

Modi-Putin meeting at SCO Summit: What's on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from Saturday.

Tata rebrands its car business as Tata.Cars

Tata Motors has unveiled a new brand identity, Tata.Cars, for its passenger vehicle business. The move is aimed at connecting with the evolving aspirations of Indian consumers.

Anthropic to unveil IPO prospectus after September 7

Anthropic is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) as investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence start-ups continues to surge.

PCB lodges complaint over Atherton's interview with Imran Khan's sons

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged a formal complaint with Sky Sports after an interview with former Prime Minister and cricket captain Imran Khan's sons was aired during the lunch break on Day 1 of Test match at Lord's.

PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan for SCO summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from Saturday. The trip includes attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

US President Trump renames Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'

United States President Donald Trump has renamed Lake Ontario "Lake America" by executive order.

Nepal floods: Death toll at 469, fresh warnings issued

Nepal and China have issued fresh warnings of possible flooding in the Himalayas. This comes after two lakes formed on either side of their border threaten to burst.

Asian Games 2026: Five Indian athletes to watch out for

The Asian Games 2026 is set to start from September 19, 2026 and will continue till October 4.

Decoding the top five greatest T20 batters of all-time

Former West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard became the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket.

Lord's Test: England struggle on rain-affected Day 1 against Pakistan

England struggled on a rain-affected first day of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord's, ending the day at 248/9.

'Babita Singh Reporting' review: Prime Video delivers gripping crime-drama

Amazon Prime Video's Babita Singh Reporting is led by Nimisha Sajayan, Anshumaan Pushkar, Barun Sobti, and Sunita Rajwar.