New Delhi [India], August 17: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) congratulated India’s men’s and women’s teams for their participation in the ongoing FIH Men’s and Women’s Hockey World Cups, with president PT Usha expressing confidence that Team India will display the “pride, determination and excellence that have always defined Indian hockey.” Both men’s and women’s… Continue reading IOA hails Indian men, women team’s dual participation in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
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SEBI chief calls for collective cyber resilience as threats grow more sophisticated
New Delhi [India], August 17: India’s financial sector needs to shift from periodic cybersecurity compliance to continuous, risk-driven cyber resilience as threats become increasingly interconnected and sophisticated, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Monday. Speaking at SEBI’s Symposium on Cyber Defence, being held from August 17-21, 2026, in Mumbai, Pandey stressed that the key… Continue reading SEBI chief calls for collective cyber resilience as threats grow more sophisticated
‘Gunmaaster G9’ starring Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D’Souza set for Nov 27 release
MUMBAI: (Aug 17) “Gunmaaster G9”, an upcoming movie starring Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D’Souza and Aparshakti Khurana, is set to release worldwide in theatres on November 27, the makers announced on Monday. Produced by Deepak Mukut, Hunar Mukut and Sangeeta Ahir and presented by Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt Ltd, the action romance is directed by Aditya… Continue reading ‘Gunmaaster G9’ starring Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D’Souza set for Nov 27 release
Govt to soon announce high-level panel on ‘Banking for Viksit Bharat’
NEW DELHI: (Aug 17) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the government would soon constitute a high-level panel on ‘Banking for Viksit Bharat’. In this year’s Budget, the Finance Minister had proposed a high-level committee on ‘Banking for Viksit Bharat’, to comprehensively review the sector and align it with India’s next phase of growth.… Continue reading Govt to soon announce high-level panel on ‘Banking for Viksit Bharat’
David Warner to feature in WCL Season 3 alongside De Villiers, Yuvraj, Bravo
NEW DELHI: (Aug 17) The third season of World Championship of Legends (WCL) starting October 3 will feature former Australian opener David Warner alongside stars of yesteryear such as Yuvraj Singh, Dwayne Bravo and AB de Villiers to name a few, organisers stated in a release. While the venue is yet to be announced, the… Continue reading David Warner to feature in WCL Season 3 alongside De Villiers, Yuvraj, Bravo
Bengal STF arrests suspected aide of ISI ‘agent’ in Kolkata
KOLKATA: (Aug 17) The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police on Monday arrested a suspected associate of alleged Pakistani intelligence operative Rana Rauf, who was earlier apprehended in connection with an alleged espionage network operating from Kolkata, a senior officer said. The accused, identified as Imran, was arrested from a flat in the… Continue reading Bengal STF arrests suspected aide of ISI ‘agent’ in Kolkata
Six dead, several injured in stampede at Bihar temple
LAKHISARAI (BIHAR): (Aug 17) , Aug 17 (PTI) At least six people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede at the Ashok Dham temple in Bihar’s Lakhisarai district on Monday, officials said. The incident occurred due to a heavy rush of devotees at the temple to offer water to lord Shiva in… Continue reading Six dead, several injured in stampede at Bihar temple
“We won’t stop inspecting until all schools are fixed”: CJP’s Ashutosh Ranka defies Rajasthan Education Department order
New Delhi [India], August 17: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka on Monday challenged Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar following an official circular restricting external visitors from entering government schools. Rebuffing potential police action, Ranka declared that ongoing inspections of dilapidated school infrastructure across the state would continue unabated. In a post on X,… Continue reading “We won’t stop inspecting until all schools are fixed”: CJP’s Ashutosh Ranka defies Rajasthan Education Department order
India’s coal demand seen at 1.6 bn tonnes by 2030 as govt pushes market-driven trade: Coal Secy
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: India’s coal demand is projected to rise to around 1.6 billion tonnes by 2030, prompting a shift towards more efficient and market-driven mechanisms for coal trading as the country moves from a scarcity to a surplus scenario, Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt said on Friday. Speaking at the Global Commodity… Continue reading India’s coal demand seen at 1.6 bn tonnes by 2030 as govt pushes market-driven trade: Coal Secy
Delhi Traffic Police announces major restrictions, diversions around Red Fort ahead of Independence Day
New Delhi [India], August 14: Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for Independence Day, with several restrictions and diversions to remain in force around the Red Fort on August 15 in view of the national celebrations. According to the advisory, certain roads around the Red Fort will remain closed to general traffic from… Continue reading Delhi Traffic Police announces major restrictions, diversions around Red Fort ahead of Independence Day
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