DMK MLAs evicted from TN Assembly over Vijay corruption remarks
DMK MLAs evicted from Tamil Nadu Assembly after a DMK Assembly protest over Vijay corruption allegations. The row centred on an ED corruption document and Sarkaria Commission references that the Speaker refused to remove from records. Vijay corruption allegations trigger DMK Assembly protest The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed dramatic scenes on Tuesday after DMK legislators strongly protested
Eiffel Tower closes after staff protest over BAPS delegation
Eiffel Tower staff protest over BAPS group visit triggered a temporary Eiffel Tower closure in Paris, with the BAPS Paris visit sparking a gender equality row, staff walkout and wider debate over religious accommodation.
PM Modi unveils Rs 35,000-crore projects in Vadodara
PM Modi Rs 35,000-crore Vadodara projects put the Dedicated Freight Corridor, India manufacturing growth and infrastructure expansion in focus as the Prime Minister also targeted critics with his “Naraz Fufa” remark. Dedicated Freight Corridor takes centre stage in Vadodara Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled and launched development projects worth around Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara, G
Vijay Compares 2026 Victory With Annadurai, MGR And NTR Rise
Vijay 2026 victory has become the centre of a larger political message after the TVK leader compared his rise with Annadurai, MGR and NTR. In his Assembly speech, Vijay presented the election result as a historic political shift, while attacking the DMK and positioning TVK as a new force in Tamil Nadu politics. Vijay Links TVK Political Rise With Annadurai And MGR Vijay used his Assembly speech
West Bengal Durga Puja Ad With 11-Armed Goddess Sparks Political Row
The West Bengal Durga Puja ad has sparked a political controversy after Goddess Durga was shown with eleven arms instead of the traditional ten. TMC and CPM leaders criticised the depiction, while BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya called it an agency mistake that would be corrected. Goddess Durga 11-Armed Image Triggers Political Controversy A West Bengal government advertisement linked to
Kanpur Engineer Detained In Moscow, Wife Seeks Modi’s Help
The case of a Kanpur engineer detained in Moscow has raised concern after his wife alleged that he may be facing pressure to join the Russian army. Chandan Gupta had travelled to Russia on a work visa, while his wife Sneha Gupta has appealed to PM Modi, Yogi Adityanath and Indian authorities for urgent intervention and his safe return. Wife Alleges Russian Army Pressure After Moscow Detention A
Delhi Satya Niketan Building Collapse Kills 7, 5 MCD Officials Suspended
The Delhi building collapse in Satya Niketan has claimed seven lives and raised serious concerns over building safety. Five MCD officials were suspended as NDRF rescue teams, Delhi Police and civic authorities launched investigations and structural safety checks. MCD Officials Suspended After Satya Niketan Collapse The deadly building collapse in Delhi’s Satya Niketan area has prompted swi
Indian-origin store owner killed in Tennessee armed robbery
Suresh Patel was killed in a Tennessee robbery after a masked gunman opened fire at Ridgecrest Cellars in Jackson. The Indian-origin store owner died at the scene as Jackson Police began searching for the suspect and a white sedan. Indian-origin businessman Suresh Patel was shot and killed during an armed robbery at a liquor store in Jackson, Tennessee, while his 19-year-old daughter was re
Canada retaliates after Trump imposes 50% tariffs
Canada retaliatory tariffs on US goods will begin September 8 after Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canada took effect. As Canada-US trade talks collapse, Mark Carney has promised a dollar-for-dollar response to protect Canadian industries and workers. Canada-US trade talks collapse Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will impose retaliator
India Opens Attari and 10 More Entry Points to E-Visa Holders
India e-visa entry points now total 88 after the government notified Attari e-visa access, Bhopal Airport, Tirupati Airport and eight other land ports during 2026, giving eligible foreign travellers more authorised routes into the country. India Opens Attari and 10 More Entry Points to E-Visa Holders New Delhi, August 11, 2026: India has expanded its electronic visa network by notifying 11
Hyderabad Police Warn of ‘Rent a Boyfriend’ Online Scam
Hyderabad Police Warn of ‘Rent a Boyfriend’ Online Scam Hyderabad, August 11, 2026: Hyderabad Police have warned women and young girls about a “rent a boyfriend” online scam spreading through social media. Fraudsters are allegedly using attractive advertisements, fabricated companion packages and fake discounts to collect advance payments and personal information. Hyderabad City Police Commissioner VC Sajja
Two girls found dead at Bengaluru airport hotel; father injured
The Bengaluru airport hotel deaths have prompted a police investigation into child deaths after two sisters were found dead and their father injured. Officers are also examining a family dispute note recovered from the room as they work to establish the motive. Police investigation into child deaths Two sisters, aged five and 10, were found dead i
Parliament disruptions in India: Is Opposition losing its voice?
Parliament disruptions in India have repeatedly interrupted the Monsoon Session. While protests can spotlight important issues, they also weaken Question Hour accountability and parliamentary bill scrutiny, leaving Opposition MPs with fewer opportunities to challenge the government.
Startup politics reshapes India through PK, Vijay and Annamalai
Startup politics in India is gaining attention after Prashant Kishor’s Bankipur victory, the rise of the Vijay TVK government and Annamalai’s political movement. Their progress shows how new parties, youth outreach and digital campaigns can challenge established political forces.
Tamil Nadu teen wins Rs 3.55 crore Brown University scholarship
Tamil Nadu teen wins Brown University scholarship reportedly worth Rs 3.55 crore. Erode student Pranav Ilango will study Public Health and Applied Mathematics after years of academic preparation, mentorship and global recognition. Seventeen-year-old Pranav Ilango from Erode, Tamil Nadu, is set to begin his undergraduate studies at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. According to the published report, he has received financial support valued at Rs 3
Sonipat man’s daughters watch funeral online, send Rs 5,100
Daughters watched their father’s funeral on video call after 74-year-old Shivcharan Ramratan Gupta died at a Sonipat old-age home. Staff and residents performed the cremation as his daughters joined the last rites online and sent Rs 5,100. Sonipat old-age home death raises concerns Shivcharan Ramratan Gupta, a 74-year-old former textile trader originally from Mumbai, died following a prolonged
Asmita Dey’s UP reward eligibility reviewed after CWG judo gold
Asmita Dey UP reward eligibility has sparked debate after her Commonwealth judo gold. Although the Tripura-born athlete represents UP and serves in its police, UP athlete reward rules include domicile, education and representation conditions. Asmita Dey’s historic gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games has been followed by questions over her eligibility for a ₹1.5 crore cash award from the Uttar Pradesh government.
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: What homebuyers should know
The RBI repo rate impact on home loan EMIs remains limited after the rate was held at 5.25%. The policy pause supports stable borrowing costs, but the RBI policy impact on homebuyers depends on lenders, loan benchmarks and reset dates. The Reserve Bank of India has kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its August 2026 monetary policy review, extending the pause for a fourth consecutive meeting. The six-member Monetary Polic
Kerala heavy rain shuts schools in 10 districts, camps expanded
Kerala school holiday August 5 has been announced across 10 rain-hit districts. With Kerala schools closed and flood relief camps expanded, authorities are responding to waterlogging, rising rivers and continued IMD rainfall alerts. Kerala schools closed in 10 districts Heavy rain continued to affect large parts of Kerala on Wednesday, A
