News Update : Two tankers with 22 Indians on board hijacked by pirates off Yemen, Somalia - VIJAYA SRIVASTAVA

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/two-tankers-with-22-indians-on-board-hijacked-by-armed-pirates-off-yemen-somalia/articleshow/133404408.cms Date: 2026-08-21T12:46:37.000Z

News Update : 6-year-old student slapped over homework, dies after collapsing in teacher's lap - NALLA RAM BABU

A six-year-old boy collapsed and died in a classroom at a private school. His family alleges a teacher beat him for not completing his homework assignment. The incident, captured on video, shows the teacher admonishing and slapping the student. The boy was declared dead after being brought to KG Hospital. Police and officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic death. A six-year-old boy collapsed and died in a classroom at a private school. His family alleges a teacher beat him for not completing his homework assignment. The incident, captured on video, shows the teacher admonishing and slapping the student. The boy was declared dead after being brought to KG Hospital. Police and officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic death. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/visakhapatnam/watch-6-year-old-student-slapped-over-homework-dies-after-collapsing-in-teachers-lap/articleshow/133380009.cms Date: 2026-08-20T14:21:49.000Z

News Update : 'We are Gen Z' is new 'jaantay nahin ho mera baap kaun hai': J&K CM on viral video - VIVEK DUBEY

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/quickest-way-to-erode-goodwill-jk-cm-omar-abdullah-reacts-to-viral-we-are-gen-z-video/articleshow/133348065.cms Date: 2026-08-19T12:22:30.000Z

News Update : UP brahmin vote up for grabs? How Akhilesh is manoeuvring his 'PDA' politics - KUNAL VARMA

Akhilesh Yadav is strategically extending his political outreach to Brahmins in preparation for the 2027 elections. He asserts that this community has suffered greatly under the current regime. This initiative seeks to enlarge his political coalition, moving beyond his usual support base. Mayawati rebuts this tactic, labeling it as political trickery. The Brahmin vote is crucial, drawing attention from various political factions. Akhilesh Yadav is strategically extending his political outreach to Brahmins in preparation for the 2027 elections. He asserts that this community has suffered greatly under the current regime. This initiative seeks to enlarge his political coalition, moving beyond his usual support base. Mayawati rebuts this tactic, labeling it as political trickery. The Brahmin vote is crucial, drawing attention from various political factions. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/brahmin-vote-up-for-grabs-in-2027-how-akhilesh-yadav-is-expanding-his-pda-to-change-ups-caste-calculus/articleshow/133318675.cms Date: 2026-08-18T11:44:06.000Z

News Update : Smriti Irani's big comeback: Why BJP has turned to its 'giant killer' - PALLAVI

Smriti Irani is reappointed as a general secretary for the BJP's national team, a move that highlights the party's strategic push in Uttar Pradesh ahead of upcoming elections. Following setbacks in the recent Lok Sabha elections, her previous success in Amethi positions her as a critical asset. This role will see her coordinating with state units and overseeing candidate selections. Smriti Irani is reappointed as a general secretary for the BJP's national team, a move that highlights the party's strategic push in Uttar Pradesh ahead of upcoming elections. Following setbacks in the recent Lok Sabha elections, her previous success in Amethi positions her as a critical asset. This role will see her coordinating with state units and overseeing candidate selections. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/smriti-irani-gets-key-party-role-why-bjp-has-turned-to-its-giant-killer-before-up-elections/articleshow/133295057.cms Date: 2026-08-17T11:28:16.000Z

News Update : India gets seat at Nasa's Moon base table - what happens next? - CHETHAN KUMAR

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/nasas-moon-base-too-early-to-tell-where-india-fits-in/articleshow/133275195.cms Date: 2026-08-16T12:26:19.000Z

News Update : Midnight wasn't the end: What happened in first few hours of Independent India - KANCHAN YADAV

India's liberation from British rule was celebrated at midnight on August 15, 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru captivated everyone with his famed 'Tryst with Destiny' speech. Following this historic moment, the newly formed government not only celebrated freedom but also faced daunting challenges related to governance and nation-building, with Lord Mountbatten taking charge as the first Governor-General during a time marked by the chaos of Partition. India's liberation from British rule was celebrated at midnight on August 15, 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru captivated everyone with his famed 'Tryst with Destiny' speech. Following this historic moment, the newly formed government not only celebrated freedom but also faced daunting challenges related to governance and nation-building, with Lord Mountbatten taking charge as the first Governor-General during a time marked by the chaos of Partition. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/midnight-wasnt-the-end-what-happened-in-the-first-few-hours-of-independent-india/articleshow/133259650.cms Date: 2026-08-15T10:20:57.000Z

News Update : 80 years on, still enemy No. 1: What Indians and Pakistanis think of each other - AASHISH SAXENA

A recent survey by Pew highlights that Indians and Pakistanis regard each other as their principal geopolitical adversaries. Unfavorable opinions dominate across the border, with India marking Pakistan as the major threat while Pakistan responds in kind. There is a notable distrust regarding the other’s dedication to peaceful relations, amplified by contrasting global alliances influencing each country’s strategic outlook. A recent survey by Pew highlights that Indians and Pakistanis regard each other as their principal geopolitical adversaries. Unfavorable opinions dominate across the border, with India marking Pakistan as the major threat while Pakistan responds in kind. There is a notable distrust regarding the other’s dedication to peaceful relations, amplified by contrasting global alliances influencing each country’s strategic outlook. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/greatest-threat-how-india-pakistan-view-each-other-data-lays-bare-deep-animosity/articleshow/133238982.cms Date: 2026-08-14T14:23:48.000Z

News Update : 'No NALSAR 2026 graduate will be advocate': BCI's strong stand amid CJI invite row - TOI NEWS DESK

The Bar Council of India has put a pause on NALSAR's enrollments for the 2026 law graduates. This decision comes in the wake of an alleged smear campaign against Chief Justice Surya Kant's presence at the convocation. The Council demands a comprehensive report from NALSAR within three days, requiring identification of those behind this campaign. The situation will be reviewed on August 19, 2026. The Bar Council of India has put a pause on NALSAR's enrollments for the 2026 law graduates. This decision comes in the wake of an alleged smear campaign against Chief Justice Surya Kant's presence at the convocation. The Council demands a comprehensive report from NALSAR within three days, requiring identification of those behind this campaign. The situation will be reviewed on August 19, 2026. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/no-nalsar-2026-graduate-will-be-enrolled-as-advocate-bci-amid-cji-convocation-invite-row/articleshow/133215636.cms Date: 2026-08-13T14:22:01.000Z

News Update : Standoff with Noel Tata: What led to N Chandrasekaran’s exit as Tata Sons chairman - TOI BUSINESS DESK

The 63-year-old Chandrasekaran, who has been associated with the Tata Group for four decades, informed the Tata Sons board on Wednesday that he would not seek another term after his tenure expires on February 20, 2027. The 63-year-old Chandrasekaran, who has been associated with the Tata Group for four decades, informed the Tata Sons board on Wednesday that he would not seek another term after his tenure expires on February 20, 2027. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/standoff-with-noel-tata-what-led-to-n-chandrasekarans-exit-as-tata-sons-chairman/articleshow/133174654.cms Date: 2026-08-12T07:31:45.000Z

News Update : Pilot of turbulence-hit AI flight that dropped 300 ft fails 2nd dope test: Sources - SAURABH SINHA

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/phuket-delhi-ai-flight-captains-confirmatory-test-also-positive-sources/articleshow/133155635.cms Date: 2026-08-11T13:07:01.000Z

News Update : 'Keeps shifting goalposts': JP Nadda counters Rahul, accuses him of disrupting House - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/keeps-shifting-goalposts-jp-nadda-counters-rahul-accuses-him-of-disrupting-house/articleshow/133110841.cms Date: 2026-08-10T14:21:58.000Z

News Update : India, Russia to be linked by rail? Moscow floats proposal, explains why its vital - KARAN MANRAL

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-russia-to-be-linked-by-rail-moscow-floats-proposal-calls-it-viable/articleshow/133067303.cms Date: 2026-08-09T12:12:57.000Z

News Update : No charges for UPI users: Govt clarifies person-to-person transactions to remain free - SMRITI JAIN

In a press release, the Ministry of Finance has said that users will not be charged for making UPI payments, and all Person-to-Person (P2P) transactions will continue to remain free. It said that if a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is introduced in the future, it will apply only to a limited category of merchant transactions above a specified threshold. In a press release, the Ministry of Finance has said that users will not be charged for making UPI payments, and all Person-to-Person (P2P) transactions will continue to remain free. It said that if a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is introduced in the future, it will apply only to a limited category of merchant transactions above a specified threshold. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/no-charges-for-upi-users-government-clarifies-person-to-person-transactions-to-remain-free-top-points/articleshow/133054004.cms Date: 2026-08-08T14:07:16.000Z

News Update : 'US itself regulates foreign funds': MEA hits back at American lawmaker's FCRA Bill remark - ROHITASHWA RANJAN

Ministry of external affairs rejected criticism of its foreign funding law. The ministry stated that legislative matters are internal decisions for Parliament. Several countries, including the United States, also regulate foreign financing. A US Congressman criticized proposed amendments to India's Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. He warned these changes could affect India-US bilateral relations. Ministry of external affairs rejected criticism of its foreign funding law. The ministry stated that legislative matters are internal decisions for Parliament. Several countries, including the United States, also regulate foreign financing. A US Congressman criticized proposed amendments to India's Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. He warned these changes could affect India-US bilateral relations. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/internal-matter-for-us-mea-dismisses-us-lawmakers-criticism-of-fcra-bill/articleshow/133031964.cms Date: 2026-08-07T11:05:00.000Z

News Update : 'Gen Z not anti-national': RSS chief backs protest, seeks facts on police action - RAJEEV SINGH

Calling "protest is a way of dialogue", RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said: "I won’t say that Gen Z should not protest, but in a democracy there are ways of going about it". He said that Gen Z and Gen Alpha want "logical answers" to the questions raised by them. The RSS chief also said that the "education is not a commercial business". Earlier, Bhagwat urged parents to lead by example. Calling "protest is a way of dialogue", RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said: "I won’t say that Gen Z should not protest, but in a democracy there are ways of going about it". He said that Gen Z and Gen Alpha want "logical answers" to the questions raised by them. The RSS chief also said that the "education is not a commercial business". Earlier, Bhagwat urged parents to lead by example. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/grievance-of-gen-z-genuine-rss-chief-defends-protest-as-way-of-reaching-consensus-in-democracy/articleshow/133006795.cms Date: 2026-08-06T13:37:52.000Z

News Update : 'India great friend,' says Hasina; son claims B'desh becoming 'another Pak' - VIVEK DUBEY

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/students-emotionally-manipulated-sheikh-hasina-on-truth-behind-bangladesh-protests-that-led-to-her-ouster/articleshow/132928027.cms Date: 2026-08-05T13:34:14.000Z

News Update : At last minute, Udhayanidhi taken to Sengipatti police stn for grilling; huge crowd gathers - TOI NEWS DESK

Udhayanidhi Stalin faced arrest over alleged remarks linked to actor Trisha. The Madras High Court directed his release on station bail after questioning. DMK workers staged protests across Tamil Nadu following the arrest. The TVK government and opposition engaged in a war of words. Udhayanidhi denied allegations and stated his remarks were distorted. Udhayanidhi Stalin faced arrest over alleged remarks linked to actor Trisha. The Madras High Court directed his release on station bail after questioning. DMK workers staged protests across Tamil Nadu following the arrest. The TVK government and opposition engaged in a war of words. Udhayanidhi denied allegations and stated his remarks were distorted. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/udhayanidhi-stalin-arrest-drama-cops-change-venue-where-dmk-leader-will-be-quizzed-top-developments/articleshow/132862266.cms Date: 2026-08-04T13:27:24.000Z

News Update : BJP bastion in Bihar breached: 5 key takeaways from Kishor's big Bankipur win - AYUSH PANDEY

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/bankipur-bypoll-5-key-takeaways-from-prashant-kishors-win-over-bjp-in-its-bihar-stronghold/articleshow/132827999.cms Date: 2026-08-03T13:10:54.000Z

News Update : ‘Cockroaches’ and crackdowns: Can Pakistan’s Gen Z storm the barricades? - INDRAJEET RAI

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/cockroaches-and-crackdowns-can-pakistans-gen-z-storm-the-barricades/articleshow/132792463.cms Date: 2026-08-01T15:50:37.000Z

News Update : 'Go that way': Migrants say Moroccan authorities directed them towards Spain's Ceuta - TRISHA MAHAJAN

Moroccan migrants reported encouragement from authorities and social media messages. Thousands crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave, with many returning due to hardship. At least sixty-seven people died during the unprecedented border crossing event. Spain is reinforcing the Ceuta border after tens of thousands entered. The crisis has sparked political tensions and renewed migration policy debates. Moroccan migrants reported encouragement from authorities and social media messages. Thousands crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave, with many returning due to hardship. At least sixty-seven people died during the unprecedented border crossing event. Spain is reinforcing the Ceuta border after tens of thousands entered. The crisis has sparked political tensions and renewed migration policy debates. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/go-that-way-migrants-say-moroccan-authorities-directed-them-towards-spains-ceuta/articleshow/132785872.cms Date: 2026-08-01T10:33:07.000Z