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Illegal lawyer chambers face bulldozer action in Lucknow, police on watch
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 30, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTA demolition drive targeting illegal lawyer chambers is underway in Lucknow following an Allahabad High Court order. The municipal corporation has deployed bulldozers to remove encroachments, while a large police force remains stationed around the court and registry office area.
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As Nepal floodwaters surged, one principal rang the school bell and saved 1,643 children
World | Aug 30, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTA school principal in Nepal acted within minutes as a devastating flash flood tore through the Trishuli Valley. With thousands of lives at risk and the school in danger, his quick decision helped 1,643 children reach safety as the disaster unfolded.
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Woman found dead in Delhi home, husband and child missing as police launch murder investigation
Delhi | Aug 30, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTA 22-year-old woman was found dead inside a bathroom at her home in Delhi's Prahladpur Bangar village. Police have registered a case and are searching for her husband, who was missing from the house along with their young child.
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India, Uzbekistan agree on long-term uranium supply framework, set USD 5 billion trade target
World | Aug 30, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTIndia and Uzbekistan have agreed on a long-term uranium supply framework and elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The two countries also set a USD 5 billion annual trade target by 2030, while expanding cooperation across several key sectors.
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CJP leaders may have political ambitions, says Wangchuk; reveals Rahul was approached to end fast
India | Aug 30, 2026, 11:37 PM ISTSonam Wangchuk opens up on Rahul Gandhi, Abhijeet Dipke and CJP in Prakhar Gupta’s podcast, revealing why Gandhi was considered to break his fast and discussing the political ambitions of the young leaders behind the movement.
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Himachal Pradesh on rain alert as 64 roads shut, 225 power transformers affected
India | Aug 30, 2026, 12:18 PM ISTRains continued in Himachal Pradesh with 64 roads closed, 225 power transformers and nine water supply schemes disrupted. A yellow warning for heavy rain has been issued from August 31 to September 3.
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Two arrested in Agra suitcase murder case after woman’s dismembered body found on Tamil Nadu Express
Crime | Aug 30, 2026, 11:34 AM ISTPolice have arrested Manik Uddin Laskar and his wife Bhagabati Majhi in Manipur in connection with the murder of 38-year-old Hayathun Nisha, whose dismembered body was found in a suitcase on the Tamil Nadu Express.
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Fire breaks out at timber godown near Rajdhani Park metro station, 25 fire tenders deployed
Delhi | Aug 30, 2026, 11:13 AM ISTA fire broke out at a timber godown near Rajdhani Park metro station in Delhi. The blaze spread across around 2,000 square yards, prompting the deployment of 25 fire units before it was brought under control.
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Judiciary proactively tackling digital arrest scams instead of waiting for Parliament, says CJI Kant
India | Aug 30, 2026, 10:33 AM ISTChief Justice of India Surya Kant said the Indian judiciary has proactively tackled emerging fraudulent schemes such as digital arrest scams. He also highlighted due process, proportionality and the presumption of innocence in economic crime cases.
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Chitrakoot on high alert as Mandakini River water level rises, flood-like situation develops
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 30, 2026, 09:48 AM ISTChitrakoot is on high alert after rising Mandakini River water levels caused a flood-like situation around Ram Ghat and Nirmohi Akhada. Drones are monitoring affected areas while NDRF and SDRF teams evacuate stranded people.
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Karnataka CID detains IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar in KPSC veterinary exam case
Karnataka | Aug 30, 2026, 09:14 AM ISTKarnataka CID has detained IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar in connection with alleged irregularities in the KPSC veterinary officers' examination. Gangwar was the KPSC Controller of Examinations when the alleged irregularities took place.
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ISI's spy network exposed in Ludhiana: How Pakistan tracked security movements in Punjab
India | Aug 30, 2026, 07:07 AM ISTLudhiana Police and the Counter-Intelligence wing have arrested Rashpal Singh for an alleged ISI espionage bid. Police said he provided Pakistan handlers live access to CCTV cameras and shared sensitive information.
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Nepal on alert as Bhote Koshi River flow increases amid flash flood crisis: 'Caution be exercised'
World | Aug 30, 2026, 06:38 AM ISTNepal's NDRRMA has warned of increased flood flow in the Bhote Koshi River as the flash flood death toll reaches 675. More than 2,400 people remain missing amid ongoing rescue operations and fresh rain warnings.
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CM Yogi orders time-bound disposal of 5-year-old revenue cases
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 29, 2026, 09:50 PM ISTUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a series of directions covering long-pending revenue cases, public complaints, crime control, festival security and flood relief. Officials have been asked to step up monitoring and ensure time-bound action across these areas.
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Mirwaiz Farooq calls for collective effort to restore J-K identity, questions NC's failure
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 29, 2026, 11:58 PM ISTMirwaiz Farooq has urged political leaders, including Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, to work together on the identity and rights of Jammu and Kashmir. His remarks come amid growing differences within the National Conference over Article 370 and the party's political commitments.
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Massive fire breaks out at toy factory in Ghaziabad, 10 fire tenders at spot
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 29, 2026, 08:11 PM ISTA massive fire broke out at a toy manufacturing factory in Ghaziabad's Sahibabad industrial area. Ten fire tenders have been deployed at the spot as firefighters continue efforts to bring the blaze under control.
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Bank locker swept away in Nepal floods triggers cash loot, 29 arrested with Rs 58 lakh recovered
World | Aug 29, 2026, 06:59 PM ISTA bank locker swept away by Nepal's floodwaters was found near the Trishuli river, sparking a cash scramble. Police arrested 29 people and recovered 92.68 lakh Nepali rupees, roughly Rs 58 lakh in Indian currency.
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BJP attacks Omar Abdullah government over 6.83% power tariff hike in J&K, calls it 'anti-poor'
Jammu And Kashmir | Aug 29, 2026, 06:41 PM ISTThe BJP has criticised the Omar Abdullah-led government in Jammu and Kashmir over a 6.83 per cent electricity tariff hike. Party spokesperson Altaf Thakur called the move a burden on ordinary people and questioned the government's earlier promises of relief and welfare measures.
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'Exceptionally generous': Nepal praises PM Modi and India for support after devastating floods
World | Aug 29, 2026, 05:51 PM ISTNepal has praised India's support after devastating floods killed more than 600 people, with Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi "exceptionally generous". India has sent relief supplies and a specialised team as rescue and recovery efforts continue.
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'Tied to tree and set on fire': Chandigarh influencer, 28, dies after 54 days in hospital
India | Aug 29, 2026, 05:02 PM ISTSocial media influencer Manjeet Kaur died at PGI Chandigarh after nearly 54 days of treatment for severe burn injuries. Her mother has filed a complaint, following which Chandigarh Police registered a kidnapping and murder case and launched a search for the accused.