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31 Aug 2026
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Families of 85 missing in Nepal seek India China help

Families of 85 Tamil Nadu pilgrims missing in Nepal's flash floods urge the Indian government to collaborate with China for rescue efforts as desperation and protests escalate.

31 Aug 2026
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Karnataka reports 13 missing after Nepal floods, D.K. Shivakumar confirms

At least 13 people from Karnataka remain untraced following the Nepal floods, while Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar confirmed ongoing efforts to ensure their safe return.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD warns heavy to very heavy rain across West Bengal

A low-pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal is set to bring heavy rainfall across several districts, with warnings issued till September 4, the IMD reported.

31 Aug 2026
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Kerala court summons Chenthi Anil over CM Satheesan convoy blockage

The Thiruvananthapuram Magistrate Court directed the production of Chenthi Anil, accused in obstructing Kerala CM’s convoy, amid conspiracy allegations and police custody plea.

31 Aug 2026
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K Kavitha says Tihar jail isolation deepened BRS family rifts

K Kavitha, ex-BRS leader, emotionally recounted her arrest in the Delhi excise policy case and accused party colleagues of political sidelining during a Nizamabad public meeting.

31 Aug 2026
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Senior Odisha IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed K. dies battling cancer

Odisha cadre IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed K., 50, succumbed to cancer on August 31, 2026. He was serving as Inspector General of Police, CID Crime Branch and Cybercrime, Odisha.

31 Aug 2026
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Maharashtra draft voter list cuts over 2cr names, totals 7.71cr

Over 2.06 crore voters are missing from Maharashtra's draft electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision, with claims and objections open until September 30.

31 Aug 2026
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Delhi PWD gears up for 30-year 450-km traffic study

The Delhi government will conduct a 30-year traffic congestion and road safety study across a 450-km network using AI, drones, and digital counters.

31 Aug 2026
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Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin meet in Bishkek, discuss Ukraine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged a warm hug at the SCO summit in Bishkek, discussing India-Russia ties and global developments.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD forecasts below-normal September rainfall for most of Tamil Nadu

The IMD forecasts below normal monsoon rainfall across most parts of Tamil Nadu in September, attributing the deficit to strong El Nino conditions over the equatorial Pacific.

31 Aug 2026
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Gotla Rajitha and daughter Akshita found dead in Mancherial well

A 26-year-old woman in Telangana's Mancherial district allegedly died by suicide along with her six-year-old daughter by jumping into a well amid reported marital discord.

31 Aug 2026
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Mangaluru auto fares rise September 1, ₹40 minimum for 1.5km

Autorickshaw fares in Mangaluru will increase from September 1, with the minimum fare rising to ₹40 for 1.5 km and ₹20 for each additional kilometre.

31 Aug 2026
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Indore suspends licenses of HeyDeli Pizza, BigBasket and Social Indore

Indore's Food Safety Administration has suspended the licences of HeyDeli Pizza, BigBasket, and Social Indore after inspections revealed serious hygiene and safety violations.

31 Aug 2026
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Modi urges Putin to end Russia-Ukraine war at SCO summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the SCO summit in Bishkek.

31 Aug 2026
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Gujarat extends tobacco gutkha and pan masala ban to 2027

The Gujarat government has extended the ban on gutkha and pan masala containing tobacco or nicotine for another year, effective from September 13, 2026, prioritizing public health.

31 Aug 2026
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At Bishkek SCO, Narendra Modi meets Vladimir Putin, urges peace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to prioritize peace, emphasizing the importance of ending hostilities during their SCO Summit meeting.

31 Aug 2026
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Scientists map 219 Alaknanda basin hanging glaciers amid Himalayan warming

A study mapped 219 hanging glaciers in Uttarakhand's Alaknanda basin, revealing that one-third of the ice is unstable due to rapid regional warming.

31 Aug 2026
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Air India flight makes emergency Ahmedabad landing after 'bomb' note

An Air India flight from Dammam to New Delhi made an emergency landing in Ahmedabad after a tissue paper with "bomb" written on it was found in the lavatory.

31 Aug 2026
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India records hottest August since 1901, averages 28.01°C nights 24.36°C

India experienced its hottest August in 2026 since 1901, with a mean temperature of 28.01°C. Below-normal rainfall and strong El Nino conditions contributed to the extreme heat.

31 Aug 2026
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MCD removes unauthorized temporary structures around Jama Masjid public parks

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) initiated a demolition drive around Jama Masjid, removing unauthorized temporary structures in compliance with Delhi high court directives.

31 Aug 2026
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Modi meets Iranian Armenian Kyrgyz leaders at Bishkek SCO Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with leaders from Iran, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, discussing trade diversification, regional peace, and strengthening strategic partnerships.

31 Aug 2026
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Bengaluru to trial vehicle restrictions on flyovers and elevated corridors

Starting September 4, Bengaluru will implement traffic restrictions on five flyovers, banning two-wheelers and autorickshaws to enhance road safety and reduce congestion.

31 Aug 2026
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Bengaluru Police sent 31 Bangladeshi nationals to Malda for deportation

As part of 'Operation Muktha,' Bengaluru Police sent 31 Bangladeshi nationals to Malda, West Bengal, for deportation, escorted by 20 personnel on August 31.

31 Aug 2026
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Assam STF arrests Mrigen Saloi on suspicion of SBN link

Assam STF apprehended Mrigen Saloi, the fifth suspect linked to Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network, recovering incriminating evidence during a raid in Kamrup district.

31 Aug 2026
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NLSIU cancels convocation after protests against BCI chair and CJI

NALSAR's Student Bar Council condemned NLSIU's cancellation of its 2026 convocation, calling it "cruel," after protests against the participation of key legal figures.

31 Aug 2026
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Modi meets Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek for trade and peace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed India's intent to expand trade with Iran and emphasized dialogue for resolving the West Asia conflict.

31 Aug 2026
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Manipur: Four Kuki killed in reported Naga attack, 36 dead

Four members of the Kuki community were allegedly killed by Naga armed men in Kangpokpi district, raising the death toll from inter-community violence to 36 since February.

31 Aug 2026
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Mumbai auto and taxi fares rise from September 1

Starting September 1, autorickshaw and taxi fares in Mumbai Metropolitan Region will increase, with minimum rates set at Rs 27 for autos and Rs 33 for taxis.

31 Aug 2026
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GyanDhan: UK remains top choice for Indian students in 2026

The UK remains the top destination for Indian students in 2026 YTD, accounting for 26% of applications, despite a decline from its 2025 share, says a GyanDhan report.

31 Aug 2026
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Western Railway issues new Mumbai local timetable from September 1

Western Railway's suburban network will see six new services, six withdrawals, and route adjustments starting September 1, 2026, to better meet commuter demand.

31 Aug 2026
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Ganga in Varanasi nears warning mark as 80 people evacuated

Rising Ganga waters forced 150 people from low-lying areas to relocate, as the river approached the warning level of 70.262 metres with a rapid rise of 2 cm per hour.

31 Aug 2026
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NCSC orders Punjab Police 5-day probe over Warring's anti-Dalit comments

The NCSC has given Punjab Police five days to act against Congress leader Amarinder Singh Raja Warring for alleged derogatory remarks against Dalit leader Buta Singh.

31 Aug 2026
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India posts 7.8% Q1 FY27 GDP, outpacing RBI estimate

India's economy grew by 7.8% in Q1 FY27, surpassing RBI projections, as PM Modi hailed the achievement amidst global challenges, calling it a "herculean feat."

31 Aug 2026
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India rejects Court of Arbitration ruling on Indus Waters Treaty

India dismissed the Court of Arbitration's award on the Indus Waters Treaty, deeming it illegitimate, and reaffirmed its decision to hold the 1960 pact with Pakistan in abeyance.

31 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court flags MP delay on prosecuting Kunwar Vijay Shah

The Madhya Pradesh government has yet to grant sanction to prosecute Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah, accused of making derogatory remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.

31 Aug 2026
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Head on crash in Amethi injures over 2 dozen students

A school bus carrying RPS Academy students collided head-on with a container truck in Amethi, injuring over two dozen children despite schools being closed due to heavy rainfall.

31 Aug 2026
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Narendra Modi's poetry highlighted at Shavkat Mirziyoyev dinner in Uzbekistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's poem "_Abhi Toh Suraj Uga Hai_" was performed as a musical rendition during a cultural event at Uzbekistan's Kuksaroy Palace.

31 Aug 2026
Indian Navy

What's special about deep-sea diving vessel INS Nipun commissioned today

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenous Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel (DSV), at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.

31 Aug 2026
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Students protest at top Indian campuses over NEET-UG, admin issues

August witnessed widespread protests across premier Indian institutions, including NALSAR and IIT Delhi, over issues ranging from convocation controversies to student welfare.

31 Aug 2026
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Centre asks SC under Article 142 to quash NEET FIRs

The Centre has approached the Supreme Court to quash FIRs against protesters linked to alleged violence during NEET paper leak demonstrations, invoking Article 142 for relief.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD: India driest August in 3 years 16% below average

India experienced a 16% below-average rainfall in August, marking its lowest in three years, as the El Nino weather pattern intensified the monsoon deficit to 14%.

31 Aug 2026
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Nepal floods cut 550 MW hydropower and exports to India

Nepal's hydel infrastructure damage has reduced its power generation by 550 MW, cutting electricity exports to India by 400 MW, sources told CNBC-TV18.

31 Aug 2026
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Several Uttarakhand districts may close schools on September 1

Several Uttarakhand districts, including Nainital, have announced school closures for September 1, 2026, due to heavy rainfall forecasts and weather-related safety concerns.

31 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court notes Karnataka releasing 9,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court observed that Karnataka is releasing the mandated 9,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, while the matter remains under periodic review by CWMA and CWRC.

31 Aug 2026
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ISRO finds 2 massive lakes in Rasuwa district after avalanche

ISRO satellite images reveal two massive debris-dammed lakes in Nepal's Rasuwa district, posing a severe flood risk to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh via the Koshi and Gandak rivers.

31 Aug 2026
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Modi meets Pashinyan in Bishkek to boost defense and friendship

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Bishkek during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

31 Aug 2026
Delhi

'Can't presume…': Why SC refused to stay CJP's upcoming protest

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to pass orders against a protest march by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on September 5 in Delhi.

31 Aug 2026
Delhi Police

SC declines passing orders on plea against CJP's proposed march

The Supreme Court has refused to pass orders on a plea against the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) proposed protest march in Delhi on September 5.

31 Aug 2026
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Indian Railways to add 4th tracks on 7 busiest routes

Indian Railways plans to quadruple tracks across 11,000 km of high-density routes, which handle 41% of rail traffic despite comprising just 16% of the network.

31 Aug 2026
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Uttar Pradesh accounts for nearly half of India's scrapped vehicles

Uttar Pradesh contributes 48.5% to India's vehicle scrapping, with over 1.97 lakh vehicles scrapped by July 2026, supported by 92 licensed facilities and government incentives.

31 Aug 2026
Arunachal Pradesh

ITBP intensifies deployment along Arunachal Pradesh-LAC amid Chinese troop buildup

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is intensifying its deployment along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh after reports of increased Chinese military activity and alleged encroachments on the Indian side of the border.

31 Aug 2026
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Telangana records 38% rainfall deficit in August at 134.5mm

Telangana experienced a 38% rainfall deficit in August 2026, with El Niño significantly impacting monsoon patterns and causing uneven rainfall distribution across the State.

31 Aug 2026
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Chennai teacher Bhuvaneshwari dies by suicide amid alleged dowry harassment

A 27-year-old Chennai teacher, Bhuvaneshwari, died by suicide, with her family alleging relentless dowry harassment despite giving a Rs 15 lakh car and 70 sovereigns of gold.

31 Aug 2026
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Tamil Nadu's C Joseph Vijay raises Aavin milk procurement price

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay raised Aavin milk procurement prices to ₹44/litre and unveiled multi-crore infrastructure initiatives in power, semiconductors, and logistics.

31 Aug 2026
Kochi

Women should stay home, not enter public sphere: Kerala cleric

Kerala Grand Mufti Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, also known as Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar, has sparked controversy with his remarks on women's role in society.

31 Aug 2026
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Sadhguru pledges ₹1cr to Nepal PM disaster relief fund

Sadhguru pledged Rs 1 crore to Nepal’s disaster relief fund and proposed a five-nation Himalayan Board to coordinate disaster responses across the fragile mountain region.

31 Aug 2026
Abhishek Manu Singhvi

Gym-owner 'Mohammed' Deepak gets relief in Bajrang Dal confrontation case

The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings on an FIR against Dehradun gym owner "Mohammed" Deepak Kumar, who went viral for standing up for a Muslim shopkeeper during a confrontation with Bajrang Dal members in Uttarakhand.

31 Aug 2026
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Tamil Nadu raises milk price ₹44/L while Mumbai hikes ₹9/L

Tamil Nadu raised milk procurement prices to Rs 44 per litre, benefiting over 3.16 lakh producers, while Mumbai's wholesale rates will surge by Rs 9 per litre from September 2026.

31 Aug 2026
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Narendra Modi honors Mahatma Gandhi in Bishkek before SCO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial in Bishkek during his visit to Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

31 Aug 2026
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Sukesh Chandrasekhar jailed 8 years for impersonating Supreme Court judge

Sukesh Chandrasekhar received an eight-year jail term for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to influence a corruption case. He has challenged the verdict in Delhi High Court.

31 Aug 2026
Maruti Suzuki

SC dismisses plea seeking mandatory disclosure of E20 content

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking mandatory labeling or disclosure of ethanol content in petrol sold at fuel stations across India.

31 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court rejects Narendra Kumar Goswami petition on ethanol labeling

The Supreme Court of India rejected a plea demanding mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol, allowing the petitioner to approach the High Court for further relief.

31 Aug 2026
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Deadly Nepal avalanche exposes gaps in India's Himalayan disaster preparedness

India monitors glacial lakes for flood risks, but recent Nepal disaster highlights overlooked threats from high-altitude hanging glaciers prone to sudden collapse.

31 Aug 2026
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CM Sarma to probe 226 HIV-positive inmates across 31 jails

Over four months, 226 inmates across 31 jails in Assam tested positive for HIV, with overcrowding and injecting drug use identified as major contributing factors.

ISI, terrorists using pornographic websites for encrypted communication: Report

Indian security agencies have unearthed a new communication method used by terrorists and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan, Wion has reported.

31 Aug 2026
Noida

16-year-old seeking help amid Delhi rain gang-raped inside moving bus

A 16-year-old Class 11 student from Uttar Pradesh was allegedly gang-raped inside a moving sleeper bus on August 4, police said.

31 Aug 2026
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Ashwani Awasthi says India lacks skilled professionals for 2047 construction

India's ambitious Viksit Bharat 2047 goals are hindered by a critical shortage of industry-ready professionals, as the built environment sector undergoes rapid transformation.

31 Aug 2026
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Chief Minister Vijay announces ₹20,000cr thermal plant in Thoothukudi

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay announced a Rs 20,000 crore thermal power plant in Thoothukudi, prioritizing minimal agricultural land acquisition for balanced development.

31 Aug 2026
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Mandakini river floods Chitrakoot MP, destroys Ramghat and Karwi bridges

Heavy flooding in Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh, caused by the swollen Mandakini River, has damaged bridges and submerged homes, leaving residents homeless and struggling to recover.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD warns heavy rain in eastern India starting August 31

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts heavy rainfall in multiple northern states, influenced by a low-pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal and nearby regions.

31 Aug 2026
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Indian Navy adds INS Nipun in Mumbai, boosting both-coast rescues

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenously built Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel, enhancing deep-sea diving and submarine rescue operations.

31 Aug 2026
Delhi

Delhi: 3.5-year-old boy abused at playschool, eardrums swollen

A three-and-a-half-year-old boy was allegedly abused at a private playschool in northeast Delhi's Maujpur.

31 Aug 2026
Uttar Pradesh

2 shooters involved in Haryanvi singer's murder killed in encounter

Two suspected shooters involved in the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan were killed in a police encounter on Monday morning.

31 Aug 2026
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Ankit Baliyan killed over song linked to gangster Jitender Maan

Police revealed that Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan's murder stemmed from a song linked to gangster Gogi's 2021 courtroom killing, sparking outrage among rival gang members.

31 Aug 2026
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Suresh Gopi seeking return of Kerala women's bodies from California

Union Minister Suresh Gopi pledged efforts to repatriate the remains of two Keralam women allegedly murdered in California, with investigations currently ongoing.

31 Aug 2026
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Sushant Lok-3 30-year-old house's balconies collapse, 2 seriously injured

A 30-year-old house in Gurugram's Sushant Lok-3 saw balconies on three floors collapse within seconds, seriously injuring two people and sparking concerns over ageing structures.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD forecasts monsoon comeback with heavy rain for eastern India

A new low-pressure system from the Bay of Bengal is set to bring heavy rainfall to eastern, central, and northern India as the monsoon enters its final month.

31 Aug 2026
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Delhi sees 199-case H1N1 spike, total now over 3,000

Delhi reported 199 new H1N1 cases in 24 hours, the season's second-highest single-day count, pushing the total to 3,006 as the outbreak shows no signs of abating.

31 Aug 2026
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IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar arrested in KPSC rigging case

IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar was arrested by CID for alleged irregularities in Karnataka Public Service Commission exams, including tampering with OMR sheets for ₹1.1 crore.

31 Aug 2026
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat: 'Bharat never refuses help' urges involvement

Mohan Bhagwat highlighted India’s enduring tradition of service, emphasizing its deep cultural roots and urging citizens to uphold this spirit of generosity in modern society.

31 Aug 2026
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Slain Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's family appeals to Rahul Gandhi

Ankit Baliyan's wife has urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to intervene in the singer's murder case, citing delayed arrests and seeking justice for her late husband.

31 Aug 2026
India

5 things to know about the Indian birth certificate process

Obtaining a birth certificate in India is an important task, but it can be a complicated process.

31 Aug 2026
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CJI Surya Kant says laundering could buy everyone a laptop

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant revealed that annual global money laundering could fund a laptop for every person on Earth, highlighting the vast scale of economic crime.

31 Aug 2026
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at G-20 meeting in North Carolina

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in Asheville, North Carolina, for the G-20 finance ministerial meeting focused on global growth amid geopolitical conflicts.

31 Aug 2026
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Investigation finds Rajasthan government schools still lack real classrooms

TOI's investigation across six Rajasthan districts reveals crumbling infrastructure, teacher shortages, and unsafe learning conditions in government schools.

31 Aug 2026
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ED seeks CBI NEET-UG 2026 charge sheet and witness statements

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has formally requested the CBI's case records to probe financial irregularities in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak scandal.

31 Aug 2026
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Narendra Modi to meet Masoud Pezeshkian at SCO summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold his first in-person talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek amid ongoing West Asia crisis discussions.

31 Aug 2026
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Mumbai port crane strikes ship Vienna, causes fire, 2 injured

A crane caught fire after its boom struck a Barbados-flagged vessel during a 140-tonne cargo lift at Mumbai Port, injuring two operators on August 30, 2026.

31 Aug 2026
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Himachal Pradesh records 2nd H1N1 death as Ramashish Ram dies

A 64-year-old Bilaspur resident succumbed to H1N1 in Shimla, marking the state's second swine flu fatality within three days amidst rising health concerns.

31 Aug 2026
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Zirakpur Raksha Bandhan sees 2 road deaths in separate crashes

A 35-year-old woman died after falling from a motorcycle and being run over by a bus near Bhullar Farm on the Zirakpur-Patiala road Friday morning.

31 Aug 2026
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Amina Usman Dada arrested in 100cr property fraud case

Amina Usman Dada, 72, was arrested by the EOW for allegedly conspiring in a ₹100-crore property fraud involving forgery and criminal breach of trust in South Mumbai.

31 Aug 2026
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Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh compares fame to Kaikeyi in Mahendragarh

BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh stated that allegations by Haryana women wrestlers gave him nationwide recognition, comparing their role to Kaikeyi’s in the Ramayana.

31 Aug 2026
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India launches AdiVaani AI with IIT Delhi connecting 700+ tribes

AdiVaani, an AI-powered platform by the Union government, aims to bring tribal languages online, enabling access to services and resources in native tongues.

31 Aug 2026
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Delhi plans discom-managed rooftop solar policy to reduce costs

Delhi's draft solar policy aims to lower rooftop installation costs by front-loading subsidies and incentives, potentially reducing upfront expenses for a 3 kW system to ₹15,000.

31 Aug 2026
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Prayagraj's Lete Hanuman Temple sanctum flooded, locals deem spiritually powerful

The sacred Ganga entered Shri Lete Hanuman Temple's sanctum on Sunday, marking an auspicious event, even as rising river levels across Prayagraj raised fears of potential flooding.

31 Aug 2026
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IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in Uttar Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department forecasts significant rainfall in Uttar Pradesh over the next 48 hours, issuing orange alerts for six districts and yellow alerts for others.

31 Aug 2026
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls India Vishwaguru at Toronto event

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking in Toronto, highlighted India's civilisational ethos of selfless service and universal friendship as the foundation of its role as a "Vishwaguru."

31 Aug 2026
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Maharashtra government will consider Maratha reservation only if constitutionally valid

The Maharashtra government signaled readiness to discuss constitutionally valid demands of the Maratha community amid ongoing protests and hunger strikes.

31 Aug 2026
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FSSAI to roll out red hexagonal warnings on packaged foods

India's FSSAI proposes red hexagonal warning labels for packaged foods high in fat, sugar, or salt, marking a shift towards consumer-focused food regulations.

31 Aug 2026
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Noida Authority clears 50-km elevated expressway to Jewar airport

A new 50-km elevated expressway connecting Akshardham Temple to Jewar Airport has received final alignment approval, promising faster commutes and reduced traffic congestion.

31 Aug 2026
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India's immigration bureau ends boarding pass stamping for international departures

Starting September 1, Indian airports will no longer require international travellers to get their boarding passes stamped during immigration clearance, simplifying departures.

31 Aug 2026
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UP STF shot dead 2 suspects over Baliyan murder

Two alleged shooters, Sumit and Mohit, involved in Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan's murder, were killed in an encounter with Uttar Pradesh STF during the ongoing investigation.

31 Aug 2026
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RSS chief Bhagwat urges unity at Toronto 'Hindu Vishwa Bandhu'

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, addressing a Toronto gathering, emphasized Hinduism's ethos of unity in diversity and India's tradition of service and inclusivity.

31 Aug 2026
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India's July 2026 power generation sees renewables near 20%

Renewable energy contributed nearly 20% to India's power generation in July, marking a 30% year-on-year growth and reflecting the nation's commitment to cleaner energy sources.

31 Aug 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges creative action against drugs

PM Modi urged youth and content creators to use creative efforts, including social media campaigns, to raise awareness and promote a drug-free lifestyle across India.

31 Aug 2026
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Nepal hydropower projects flooded, more than 900 workers missing

Rescue teams in Nepal, led by the Army, are racing against time to locate over 900 missing workers from flood-hit hydropower projects, with efforts focused on tunnel searches.

31 Aug 2026
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Modi may meet Iran's president Pezeshkian at SCO Bishkek summit

PM Narendra Modi is expected to meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, marking their first in-person meeting since the US-Israel war began.

31 Aug 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Bishkek for SCO summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a heartfelt reception from the Indian diaspora in Bishkek upon arriving in the Kyrgyz Republic for the 26th SCO Leadership Summit.

31 Aug 2026
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Government expands iFMS to match fertilizer sales with farmers' crops

The Centre is enhancing the iFMS platform to connect fertiliser sales with farmer, land, and crop data, aiming to improve transparency and supply monitoring.

31 Aug 2026
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PM Modi wraps Central Asia tour to boost UNSC bid

Prime Minister Modi's visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan underscores Central Asia's growing strategic importance and India's push for United Nations Security Council reforms.

31 Aug 2026
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Authorities recover 13 bodies from Gandak river amid Nepal flooding

Thirteen bodies have been recovered from the Gandak river in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar and Maharajganj districts following devastating flash floods in neighboring Nepal.

31 Aug 2026
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Odisha reports 29 suspected scrub typhus cases in Sanbagdhari village

A medical team was dispatched to Pallahara block, Angul district, after 29 scrub typhus cases were detected in Sanbagdhari village through rapid kit tests.

30 Aug 2026
Indian Government

IST is now legal time reference for all Indian entities

The Indian government has officially notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026.

30 Aug 2026
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

'They're not saints': Wangchuk says CJP founders have political ambitions

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has said that the founders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have political ambitions.

30 Aug 2026
Indore

Indore contaminated water deaths: One-member commission blames delayed tender process

A one-member judicial commission has confirmed that 24 people in Indore's Bhagirathpura died after consuming water contaminated with sewage.

30 Aug 2026
Supreme Court Of India

SC to hear plea challenging anonymous cash donations to parties

The Supreme Court will hear a petition challenging the provision of the Income Tax Act that allows political parties to accept anonymous cash donations under ₹2,000.

30 Aug 2026
Chennai

Suitcase with body parts: Couple on run for 24d arrested

A couple, Manik Uddin Laskar (22) and Bhagabati Majhi (21), was arrested in Manipur's Jiribam district on Saturday. They are accused of murdering Hayathun Nisha, a 38-year-old woman from Odisha.

30 Aug 2026
Chandigarh

Chandigarh influencer who was set ablaze was 7 weeks pregnant

Social media influencer Manjeet Kaur, who died under mysterious circumstances on August 26, was nearly seven weeks pregnant at the time of her death. The autopsy report confirmed this shocking detail.

30 Aug 2026
Chhattisgarh

Heavy rainfall forecast in parts of India on Monday

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of eight states on Monday.

30 Aug 2026
Delhi

Elderly man, accomplice kill schizophrenic son in South Delhi

A 64-year-old man and his accomplice have been arrested for the murder of his schizophrenic son in South Delhi.

29 Aug 2026
Gujarat

FSSAI bans these popular hing brands; here's why

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has temporarily banned the sale of hing (asafoetida) by Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo.

29 Aug 2026
Delhi High Court

IIT Delhi forms panel for external enquiry into student suicide

An external inquiry committee has been formed by the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) to investigate the suicide of 31-year-old MSc Physics student Rishikesh Kumar.

29 Aug 2026
Air India Express

Passenger tries smuggling drugs in flight lavatory, nabbed

An Air India Express flight from Phuket, Thailand to Bengaluru witnessed a bizarre incident when a passenger attempted to smuggle contraband on board.

29 Aug 2026
Bombay High Court

Bombay HC allows reopening of MCA restaurants after compliance

The Bombay High Court has allowed the reopening of five restaurants at the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) premises, Bandra-Kurla Complex.

29 Aug 2026
Nepal

3 bodies recovered from Gandak river in Uttar Pradesh

Three bodies were recovered from the Gandak River in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district on Saturday.

29 Aug 2026
Chandigarh

Chandigarh influencer succumbs to injuries after being set ablaze

A 28-year-old social media influencer from Chandigarh, Manjeet Kaur, died on August 26 during treatment at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER). The incident took place nearly two months after she was allegedly abducted and immolated.

NTA revamp: Five officers appointed as directors, joint directors

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has undergone a major revamp with the appointment of five new officers.

29 Aug 2026
Delhi

CNG price-hike: Delhi auto unions seek immediate rise in fares

Transport unions in Delhi have demanded an immediate increase in autorickshaw fares, threatening a strike on September 9 if their demand is not met.

29 Aug 2026
Devendra Fadnavis

Maratha quota activist Jarange begins hunger strike

Quota activist Manoj Jarange has begun an indefinite hunger strike at Antarwali Sarati village in Jalna district, news agency PTI reported.

29 Aug 2026
Bay of Bengal

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.

29 Aug 2026
Maharashtra

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.

29 Aug 2026
Delhi

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.

29 Aug 2026
Maharashtra

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.

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.

28 Aug 2026
Indian Railways

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.

28 Aug 2026
Ahmedabad

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.

28 Aug 2026
Raksha Bandhan

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.

28 Aug 2026
Lockheed Martin

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.

28 Aug 2026
Delhi University

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.

28 Aug 2026
Tamil Nadu

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.

28 Aug 2026
Arunachal Pradesh

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.

28 Aug 2026
Delhi Police

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).

28 Aug 2026
Amit Shah

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.

28 Aug 2026
Narendra Modi

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.

27 Aug 2026
Bihar

Maharashtra cab, auto drivers get 1-year breather to learn Marathi

The Maharashtra government has given a one-year grace period to auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to learn basic Marathi.

27 Aug 2026
China

Pakistan spies tried finding S-400s during Op Sindoor: Air Marshal

Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has revealed that Pakistan activated spies and sleeper cells in India during the May 2025 conflict to locate S-400 systems.