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Five people were killed in Russia’s southwestern Rostov region, where three towns came under attack, local Governor Yury Slyusar said. File picture | Photo Credit: Reuters Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia on Sunday (August 16, 2026), killing at least six people in one of Kyiv’s largest aerial attacks of the war.Russia’s Ministry of Defense said that it had destroyed 822 drones overnight, with 600 headed toward the Russian capital.Five people were killed in Russia’s southwestern Rostov region, where three towns came under attack, local Governor Yury Slyusar said.An 83-year-old man was killed after a Ukrainian drone hit a…
The controversy erupted after visuals from the Independence Day programme at the Congress headquarters showed senior party leaders speaking among themselves NEW DELHI: BJP leaders on Sunday lodged a formal complaint against Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi at the Urwa Police Station in Karnataka. The move escalated a political row over the recitation of Vande Mataram at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi on Independence Day.The controversy followed visuals from the August 15 event showing senior Congress leaders speaking among themselves while the National Song was being recited. BJP leaders alleged that the conduct amounted to disrespect towards the…
The road outside Pankaj Yadav’s Sector 22 house covered in slush GURGAON: Punjab and Haryana high court has asked urban local bodies department and MCG to frame a universal SOP with fixed timelines for clearing debris left behind after civic work. The order came after the petitioner’s counsel argued that “every time, a resident cannot be expected to approach the court” to get a road cleared.The petition was filed by city resident and lawyer Pankaj Yadav, who alleged that a road outside his Sector 22 house was left covered with excavated earth, mud and debris after MCG undertook work to…
The announcement drew a large number of people to the shop, leading to heavy crowding in the area. (Image-Social Media) KANPUR: A garment shopkeeper in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur allegedly sparked a massive crowd gathering after announcing a flash sale offering all clothing items for Rs 16 to mark his birthday.According to police, on August 15, 2026, a special offer was disseminated through social media by a shopkeeper in Alam Market under the jurisdiction of Anwar Ganj police station, promising to provide any type of clothing for Rs 16.The announcement drew a large number of people to the shop, leading to…
Torossian said the situation had been “awful” and “traumatic” for the family.”I’m just worried that if the police go in and try and take him, how is that going to affect my dad. We just want him to have some dignity,” she said.”We want him to be treated like someone – he’s very vulnerable, and I just feel that this is really ruthless and harsh.”Torossian said doctors had advised the Swedish authorities the process of moving Mason to the UK would pose a “danger to his life”.When the UK left the European Union (EU) on 31 January 2020, British citizens…
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Australia’s captain Pat Cummins prepares to catch the ball during play on day three of the first cricket test against Bangladesh | Photo Credit: AP Captain Pat Cummins admitted Australia were outplayed and refused to rule out making changes to the team after a shock nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin on Sunday (August 16, 2026).Bangladesh pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Test cricket history when they beat Australia in the Northern Territory capital.The sides meet for the second Test in Mackay on August 22.Australia took a full-strength team into the match and were expected to win easily…
A powerful Gajakesari Yoga forms on August 17, influencing relationships significantly. This astrological event brings wisdom and emotional strength, focusing on connections. Libra and Aries will feel the relationship shifts most personally and strongly. Gemini and Capricorn may experience romance and partnership developments. Aquarius can anticipate hope and long-distance connections during this period. A powerful Gajakesari Yoga will be formed on August 17 as the Moon transits Libra. At this time, Jupiter is in Cancer.In Vedic astrology, Gajakesari Yoga is a yoga formed when Jupiter is in a kendra (angular house) from the Moon. This combination is associated with wisdom,…
Meet the Vasuki Indicus: The largest snake to roam the Earth, earlier mistaken for a massive crocodile; IIT Roorkee researchers name it after the ‘Vasuki Naag’ (Photo via Nature) Snakes are among nature’s most fascinating creatures and are also revered in the mythologies and traditions of cultures around the world.In India, snakes have long been closely associated with Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is depicted resting on Sheshnag, the king of snakes, while Lord Shiva is shown with a snake wrapped around his neck, often identified as Vasuki Naag, the serpent king.Even as these stories…
Want to get stronger, burn calories and build consistency with your workouts? A quick full-body routine can help you stay active even on busy days. Fitness and weight loss coach Mackenzie recommends a ‘20-minute full-body’ workout featuring a combination of squats, curls, presses, glute work and weighted core exercises.Mackenzie shared the routine in her August 15 Instagram post, writing: “By October you could be 15lbs lighter, stronger and more confident…. or you could be stuck starting over (again).” She added: “Burn 300 calories in 25 mins. 20-minute full-body burner. The choice is yours, but my plan makes it so easy.”…