08 Aug 2026
Decoding players who can be next Fab 4 in cricket
Cricket has always produced batting generations that redefine greatness, but every golden era eventually makes room for a new one.
Sam Curran surpasses 6,000 runs in T20 cricket: Key stats
England all-rounder Sam Curran has attained a new milestone in T20 cricket.
Joao Pedro shines as Chelsea humble Ruben Amorim's AC Milan
Chelsea FC put on a dominant display in their latest pre-season friendly, beating AC Milan 3-0.
Arsenal sign Bruno Guimaraes for £75 million: Decoding his stats
Arsenal have officially signed midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for a whopping £75 million.
Liverpool agree deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan
Liverpool FC have secured a surprising deal to sign Ronald Araujo from FC Barcelona on a season-long loan.
Barcelona's Ferran Torres set to join Champions League winners PSG
Barcelona forward Ferran Torres has agreed to join Luis Enrique's Paris Saint-Germain.
'Toxic' trailer: Yash leads action-packed gangster saga
The much-anticipated trailer for Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups was finally released on Saturday, August 8.
Warm-up match: Padikkal, Jadeja headline India's batting performance vs SLCXI
Team India batters had a mixed day at the office on Day 2 of the three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Ravindra Jadeja slams half-century in warm-up match against SLC XI
Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja made his bat talk on Day 2 of the ongoing three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Delhi government's new drone policy might create over 1,000 jobs
The Delhi government is ready to approve a new drone policy that aims to create over 1,000 jobs in the capital.
PhonePe says UPI payments will remain free for you
PhonePe co-founder and CEO Sameer Nigam has clarified that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments will continue to be free for consumers.
Why India's premium and luxury homes going unsold?
According to a report by Knight Frank India, unsold residential inventory across eight major Indian markets has increased by 4% year-on-year.
FPIs invest ₹12,290cr in first week of August
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have made a major investment in the Indian market during the first week of August.
This technique can help determine age, reproductive status of tigers
Scientists from the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) in Bengaluru have developed a non-invasive technique to determine the age, sex, and reproductive status of tigers and leopards.
Europe's tallest active volcano, Mount Etna, has erupted
Mount Etna, Europe's tallest active volcano, erupted today, spewing smoke and ash into the air.
5 mainboard IPOs to hit India's primary market next week
Five mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) are set to debut on the Indian primary market next week.
Donald Trump's lawyer Todd Blanche confirmed as US Attorney General
Todd Blanche, a prominent member of New York's legal community who defended Donald Trump in criminal cases, has been confirmed as the US Attorney General.
India, France to co-develop sixth-generation fighter jets
India has taken a major step toward joining the club of advanced military powers by initiating efforts to co-develop sixth-generation (6G) fighter jets.
Raghav Chadha meets PM Modi, sparks Punjab election speculations
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Raghav Chadha met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.
Swara Bhasker hospitalized after testing positive for dengue
Bollywood actor Swara Bhasker has been hospitalized after testing positive for dengue.
'Jana Nayagan': When will Vijay's film debut on OTT?
The political action drama Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay, is reportedly set to premiere on ZEE5 on August 21.
How lyricist Sayeed Quadri's struggles shaped 'Bheege Honth Tere'
Sayeed Quadri, the celebrated lyricist behind the iconic Murder song Bheege Honth Tere, recently opened up about his struggles and their impact on his craft.
Day after Modi meeting, Sukhbir Badal backs delimitation bill
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has expressed support for the Delimitation Bill and Women's Reservation Bill, a day after he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
No moisture or high chloride contamination in E20 petrol: OMCs
State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) have said that their nationwide tests found no evidence of high chloride contamination or moisture in E20 petrol.
LIC explores investments in fintech, health insurance sectors
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is considering investments in health insurance and financial technology (fintech) sectors.
Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out of Women's Hundred with hamstring injury
Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of 2026 The Women's Hundred tournament after suffering a hamstring injury.
Trump Media terminates crypto deal with Crypto.com
Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. has terminated its partnership with cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com.
'Singh Is Kinng' turns 18: Anees Bazmee pens heartfelt note
Filmmaker Anees Bazmee recently celebrated the 18th anniversary of his action-comedy film, Singh Is Kinng.
Rashid Khan has recorded six-plus wicket-hauls in these ODI matches
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after a convincing 92-run win in the second match.
UK issued over 500,000 visas to Indians in last year
The UK has issued more than 500,000 visas to Indian nationals in the year ending March 2026.
'Batwara 1947' cast to meet Partition survivors during Punjab tour
The much-awaited film Batwara 1947, produced by Aamir Khan Productions and starring Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, and Preity G Zinta, is gearing up for its release.
Speeding Mercedes driven by cop's son crashes, killing elderly woman
A 70-year-old woman was killed in a car accident in Narela, Delhi, on Saturday morning.
Madhuri Dixit to host 'Kaun Banega Crorepati's Marathi version
Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit has been finalized as the host of the Marathi version of Kaun Banega Crorepati, according to IANS.
Sudharsan likely to miss SL Tests; who will replace him?
The Indian cricket team is facing another injury scare as Sai Sudharsan, their designated No. 3 batter, is likely to miss the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
EU moves ahead with 348-satellite broadband network to rival Starlink
The European Commission has taken a major step toward establishing its own satellite broadband network.
Producer admits Telugu films' box office numbers are often inflated
In a candid revelation, producer Naga Vamsi of Sithara Entertainments has admitted that the box office figures on promotional posters are often inflated.
Stay curious, question accepted ideas: Modi to IIT Delhi grads
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the graduating students at the 57th convocation of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on Saturday.
US unemployment rate drops amid job cuts
The US economy witnessed an unexpected job loss in July, with nonfarm payrolls declining by 23,000 jobs, contrary to economists' expectations of growth.
Parliamentary panel urges DRDO to finalize measurable performance targets
A parliamentary panel has urged the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to "expeditiously" finalize and notify clear, measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
ABVP members, police clash near Jharkhand CM's residence; 8-10 detained
Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) members clashed with police near the residence of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren in Ranchi on Friday.
5 ODI records that might never be broken
Cricket has witnessed some incredible moments that have left an indelible mark on the sporting world.
Trump-linked oil firm eyes drilling in Greenland without permission
An American oil company with links to Donald Trump is gearing up to drill wells in remote Greenland.
Why SpaceX's new Starship might be lost at sea
SpaceX's ambitious Starship project is facing a major setback.
Trump to appeal ruling which halted White House ballroom construction
US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to appeal a federal appeals court ruling that halted the construction of a new ballroom at the White House.
Natural gas prices facing downward trend: Is recovery possible?
Natural gas prices have been on a downward trend in recent months, despite heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Solar, wind projects within 1km of Indian borders banned
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued new guidelines.
Producing graphene-based quantum chips might soon become easier
A team of researchers from China's Peking University has made a major breakthrough in the field of quantum computing.
Peregryn's alternative to Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 supercar is here
Peregryn Automotive is gearing up to take on the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with its GT-R supercar.
2027 Super Bee is the most powerful Dodge Charger ever
Dodge has unveiled the latest iteration of its Charger Super Bee for the 2027 model year. This new version is more powerful and offers sharper handling than its predecessors.
'Cold orb' flying: What's in Pentagon's new UFO files?
The Pentagon has released a new batch of declassified UFO files, including never-before-seen footage, renderings, and documents.
Actor Charlie Chauhan marries cricketer Ramandeep Singh, shares first pictures
Television actor Charlie Chauhan and cricketer Ramandeep Singh recently tied the knot in a traditional Sikh ceremony at a Gurudwara.
Polish internet infrastructure vulnerable to cyberattacks, researchers warn
Polish security researchers Robert Kruczek and Kamil Szczurowski have discovered major vulnerabilities in their country's public internet infrastructure.
Proposed bill seeks to restrict under-13 from making social-media accounts
A proposed private member's bill, the Safeguarding Healthy Internet Environments for Little Digital-Natives (SHIELD) Bill, 2025, seeks to restrict children under 13 from creating accounts on social media and online gaming platforms without verified parental consent.
Avika Gor hospitalized due to dengue, husband shares health update
Television actor Avika Gor has been hospitalized after battling a high fever for five days.
Apple reportedly planning 3 new Ultra products, including foldable iPhone
Apple is gearing up to launch three new "Ultra" products between late 2026 and early 2027, as reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman and Macworld's Filipe Esposito.
Akasa Air, AI Express say fleets unaffected by FAA directive
Akasa Air and Air India Express have confirmed that their fleets of Boeing 737 aircraft are not affected by a recent directive from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
'Harm to children...': Prince Harry backs $567M penalty on Meta
Prince Harry has reacted to a New Mexico court's decision to impose an additional $567 million fine on Meta.
Paper Boat maker reports 96% decline in profit
Hector Beverages, the maker of beverage brand Paper Boat, has reported a massive decline in profitability for the fiscal year ending March 2026.
Action director Sham Kaushal completes 46 years in film industry
Veteran action director Sham Kaushal, who is also the father of Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal, recently celebrated a remarkable 46 years in the Hindi film industry.
Warm-up match: Devdutt Padikkal hammers statement hundred versus SLC XI
Devdutt Padikkal put up a stellar show with the bat in the ongoing three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Where to watch Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'DC' after theatrical run
Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his directorial ventures in Tamil cinema, has made his acting debut with the film DC.
TISS students' bail rejected over Umar Khalid, Sharjeel release slogans
A Mumbai Sessions Court has denied anticipatory bail to two Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) students, a 32-year-old resident of Govandi and a 23-year-old resident of Deonar.
Anupam Kher celebrates 40 years of 'Karma' with heartfelt post
Actor Anupam Kher recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of his iconic film Karma.
'Game of Thrones' gets its 1st-ever movie: What to expect
The world of Westeros, which has dominated the small screen for over a decade with its blockbuster HBO series Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, is now ready to take over the big screen.
Govinda, Amitabh featured in Adnan Sami's music videos for free?
Adnan Sami, the acclaimed musician and singer, has revealed that several Bollywood stars including Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, Rani Mukerji, and Raveena Tandon appeared in his music videos without charging a fee.
'Let ourselves down': Simmons on Bangladesh's misery against CA XI
Phil Simmons, the head coach of the Bangladesh cricket team, has expressed his disappointment over his side's poor performance in a practice match against Cricket Australia XI.
Blackstone-backed AGS Health seeks ₹4,800cr via IPO
Blackstone Group-owned AGS Health has filed an updated draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Rijiju-Rahul Gandhi exchange war of words over Women's Reservation Bill
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent remarks on women's empowerment.
Report reveals plan to 'blow up Messi' during FIFA 2026
A leaked police dossier has reportedly revealed that Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi was allegedly the primary target of multiple terror threats during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
'KBC 18': Aamir, Sunny banter with Amitabh in new promo
Amitabh Bachchan is returning to host the 18th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC).
Listing the best bowling figures for Afghanistan in ODIs
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after a thumping 92-run victory in the second match.
Rishabh Pant seeks Uttarakhand CM's help in land acquisition
Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has made a public appeal to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to acquire land in the state.
Sadie Sink being kept 'separate' from 'X-Men' casting rumors
Sadie Sink, known for her role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, recently opened up about the upcoming X-Men reboot.
'Kill' director to collaborate with Ajay Devgn after Hollywood debut
Filmmaker Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, who is set to make his Hollywood debut with the action thriller Deadlocked starring Jamie Foxx, will also direct an action drama featuring Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn.
NVIDIA to invest $3B in power infrastructure developer Lancium
NVIDIA will invest up to $3 billion in Lancium, a power infrastructure developer and the company behind the Stargate data centre campus in Texas.
'Just...the way it goes': Dwayne Johnson on 'Moana' mixed reviews
Dwayne Johnson has responded to the mixed reviews of his latest film, Disney's live-action Moana.
Apple dominates premium smartphone market with 65% global share
Apple has captured a whopping 65% of the global premium smartphone market in the first half of 2026, according to Counterpoint Research's Handset Model Sales Tracker.
Trump's TikTok featuring Taylor Swift's 'August' gets muted
A TikTok video featuring Taylor Swift's song August, posted by Donald Trump's campaign team four days ago, has had its audio removed.
Apple highlights legal delays in lawsuit against Jon Prosser
Apple has told a federal court that it has not heard from Jon Prosser's legal team in a month, as the discovery process continues in its trade secret lawsuit against the leaker.
Why 'Ramayana' will release internationally before India
The much-awaited film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, will be released in India two days after its global premiere.
Rashid Khan in elite company with ODI six-fer versus Ireland
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after winning the rain-curtailed second match by 92 runs at the Bready Cricket Club.
US intel warns Putin may authorize hybrid-attacks on NATO territory
United States intelligence reports suggest that Russian President Vladimir Putin might be more inclined to authorize provocative actions that could spill over into North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) territory.
'Chak De!' reunion: Sagarika Ghatge-Vivan Bhathena collaborate for new film
Sagarika Ghatge and Vivan Bhathena, who were part of the Shah Rukh Khan-led film Chak De! India, are reuniting after nearly two decades.
'News of martyrdom soon': Reports claim Mojtaba rushed to hospital
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is said to be in a critical condition, according to reports from the opposition-aligned IranWire outlet.
'Toxic': Trailer release time announced with Yash's fiery poster
The highly anticipated film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring Kannada superstar Yash, is set to hit theaters on August 26.
Cloudflare launches Kitesurf, a web browser built for AI agents
Cloudflare has launched a new web browser called Kitesurf, but it's not your typical consumer-focused alternative to Chrome.
Akshay-Vidya's family comedy to wrap this month
Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan have commenced the final schedule of their upcoming family comedy in Mumbai.
Spain to introduce border checks on visitors from Italy
Spain will impose temporary border checks on visitors from Italy, starting at midnight Saturday until September 7.
Watch: Google mocks Apple, Samsung in Pixel Watch 5 teaser
Google has released a new teaser for its upcoming Pixel Watch 5.
Warm-up match: Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed for two-ball duck
Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a two-ball duck during the ongoing three-day practice match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI.
Why petrol car sales in India are going down
India's passenger vehicle market has seen a major shift in fuel preferences, with petrol/ethanol losing ground in July.
Delhi government plans 25% quota for locals in private institutions
The Delhi government has approved a bill to create a legal framework for setting up private universities in the city.
SpaceX's Terafab to rely on natural gas, not solar power
SpaceX has revealed its plan to build natural gas power plants to supply electricity for the upcoming Terafab semiconductor factory in Texas, according to Bloomberg.
Reese Witherspoon's father doing better after being found unconscious
Hollywood actor Reese Witherspoon has assured fans that her father, John Draper Witherspoon, is doing better after he was found unconscious near his pool at his Nashville home.
Cop deployed outside Salman Khan's home dies of heart attack
A police constable, who was assigned to provide security to Bollywood actor Salman Khan, has passed away due to a heart attack.
Why Indian electronics, automobile makers are turning to air freight
Indian electronics and automobile manufacturers are increasingly turning to air freight for transporting raw materials and components.
Air India hikes salaries of pilots by up to 15%
Air India has announced a significant salary hike for its pilots, with an increase ranging from 8% to 15%.
Why Accenture wants its staff to delay vacations
Accenture has announced a temporary policy change, allowing employees to carry over their unused vacation days into the next fiscal year.
NASA's 48-year-old Voyager 2 probe to function for another year
NASA has successfully extended the operational life of its Voyager 2 spacecraft by another year.
Airbnb is shipping new features faster thanks to AI
Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a major role in accelerating the company's product development.
Framework data breach exposes personal information of all customers
Framework, a company known for its modular and repairable computers, has confirmed a data breach that compromised the personal information of all its customers.
Perez Hilton's friends fear he is suffering from psychiatric disorder
Gossip writer Perez Hilton's friends are reportedly concerned that his struggle with sepsis may have triggered the recent shocking incident of self-harm.
Akanksha Chamola to host new show: Everything we know
Balaji Telefilms has announced a new creator-focused digital initiative aimed at collaborating with content creators and entertainment personalities.
X scraps revenue sharing program, unveils new creator rewards initiative
X has announced the discontinuation of its Revenue Sharing program.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' hits $1 billion globally!
Christopher Nolan's latest film, The Odyssey, has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office.
7 killed after private bus skids off road in Himachal
Seven people were killed after a private bus skidded off the road and met with an accident near Chalunj Mor in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district early Saturday morning.
Karnataka Congress leader shot in broad daylight; CCTV captures murder
A local Congress leader and former panchayat president, David D'Souza, was shot dead in broad daylight in Udupi district of Karnataka on Friday.
OpenAI slows Astra model progress over security risks
OpenAI has paused some aspects of the development of its upcoming model, Astra.
Trump spent nearly $4B to cancel offshore wind lease
The Trump administration is paying German utility company RWE a whopping $1.2 billion to cancel an offshore wind lease.
Bangladesh bowled out for 54 in warm-up match: Details
In a shocking display, the Bangladesh cricket team was bowled out for just 54 runs in their second innings of a warm-up match against a Cricket Australia XI.
Delhi records wettest 1st week of August in 15 years
Delhi has witnessed its wettest first week of August in 15 years, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) recording 127mm of rain since the month began.
OTT: When, where to watch Kangana Ranaut's 'Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata'
Kangana Ranaut's film Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, which was released in theaters in June to positive reviews but poor box-office performance, is now set for its digital premiere.
Rotten meat, vegetables, fungus found during Bengaluru 5-star hotel raids
A food safety inspection in Bengaluru has exposed several violations at upscale hotels.
Grammy-winning music producer William Orbit dies at 69
William Orbit, the renowned British music producer who worked with Madonna, Blur, All Saints, and Pink, among others, has passed away. He was 69.
Will Australian Test stars withdraw from IPL 2027? McDonald reacts
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has hinted that tough decisions may be on the cards regarding the participation of Test players in next year's Indian Premier League (IPL).
IAF wing commander arrested for leaking sensitive defense information
A Wing Commander of the Indian Air Force (IAF) was arrested two months ago by the Delhi Police for allegedly leaking sensitive defense information.
Jugal Hansraj, Shekhar Kapur reunite for 'Masoom 2'
Actor Jugal Hansraj, who played Rahul in Shekhar Kapur's iconic film Masoom, is set to return to the franchise with Masoom: The Next Generation.
US Senate passes Russian sanctions bill that targets India, China
The United States Senate has passed a major sanctions bill targeting Russia's energy revenues amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Andrew Flintoff resigns as England Lions head coach: Details
Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has announced his resignation as the head coach of the England Lions.
John Abraham to lead director Shivam Nair's next action thriller?
Bollywood actor John Abraham is set to reunite with director Shivam Nair (The Diplomat) for a new two-hero action thriller, reported Bollywood Hungama.
Ireland's Cade Carmichael slams 62 versus Afghanistan in 2nd ODI
Afghanistan have taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after winning the second match by a whopping 92 runs.
Premier League 2026-27: Contenders for the Golden Boot award
Every Premier League season brings fresh excitement in the race for the Golden Boot, and the 2026-27 campaign should be no different.
Liverpool's pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola hits roadblock
Liverpool's attempt to sign Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) winger Bradley Barcola has hit a major roadblock.
Rashid Khan claims his 7th five-wicket haul in ODIs: Stats
Afghanistan took a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland, after winning the second match by 92 runs. The first match was washed out.