Sarfaraz Snubbed As India Take Bold Playing XI In 1st Test Against Sri Lanka
- Sarfaraz Khan was not included in the playing XI as India went with a familiar line-up for 1st Sri Lanka Test
- The visitors named a mostly unchanged playing XI from their last Test match against Afghanistan
- For Sri Lanka, Keshara Nuwantha was handed his Test debut
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AI Training, Free Coaching: PM Modi's 6 Big Announcements On Independence Day
- PM Modi in his Independence Day speech announced AI skill training for 1 crore youth nationwide within a year
- Free online coaching will be provided to reduce financial burden on students and families, PM Modi said
- A nationwide sports talent hunt will identify and train children aged 5 to 15 for Olympics, PM Modi stated
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Shoutout To Gen Z, Warning For Rivals In Vijay's First Independence Day Speech
- Vanakkam Gen Z greeting by Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay in Independence Day speech
- Vijay assured cooperation with Union govt but opposed policies against state rights
- Corruption elimination seen as freedom; govt prevents revenue going to private individuals: CM
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Bengal Man Arrested Over Terror Links, Wanted To Go To Afghanistan, Fight Pak
- Man detained in Bengaluru for allegedly conspiring with TTP member for attacks in India and Pakistan
- The 25-year-old suspect, Asafool Mallik, was caught over suspicious online activities, say police
- Mallik expressed anger over Pakistani military actions against Muslims and Israel-Palestine stance
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20 Killed In 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake In Indonesia, Tsunami Warning Lifted
- 2 persons were killed in a 7.7-magnitude earthquake off Flores island in eastern Indonesia
- The epicentre was 68 km northwest of Ende with strong aftershocks, including a 6.1 tremor
- A tsunami warning was briefly issued in nearby provinces
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"Dimaagi Naxals Need To Be Identified, Isolated": PM Warns In I-Day Speech
- Prime Minister Modi warned of a new enemy called "dimagi Naxals" in India
- He said over 3,500 security personnel died combating Naxal violence in India
- PM Modi claimed Maoist violence is now taking its last breath in the country
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Tour Mallika Sherawat's LA Mansion With A Pool, Trimmed Lawn, And French Doors
- Mallika Sherawat's LA mansion features all-white interiors and classic American home design with an attic
- The house has hardwood floors, French windows, a lush lawn, and a swimming pool in the backyard
- The kitchen has an open-plan layout with wooden rafters and medium-brown cabinets
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Three Things To Watch As FCNR(B) Scheme Winds Down
- The FCNR(B) deposit scheme swap window closes on August 31, earlier than planned
- Banks must avail RBI swap facility by September 11, moved up from October 16
- FCNR(B) deposits reached $52.3 billion by August 13, expected to hit $65-70 billion
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Kohli's Blockbuster Post On India's Independence Day Leaves Fans Impressed
- India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026
- ICC Chairman Jay Shah and Virat Kohli led sporting fraternity's wishes
- "May we continue building an India that inspires generations. Jai Hind," wrote Kohli on X
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Ebola Outbreak Reaches Sixth Province In DR Congo As Cases Top 4,600
- The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has spread to a sixth province, Bas-Uele, with 4,665 cases.
- A total of 2,184 deaths have been recorded, resulting in a 46.8% case fatality rate.
- The outbreak affects six provinces, with Ituri remaining the main epicenter.
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Old Delhi, Pune Among 103 Historic Stations To Get A Special Makeover
- Indian Railways will celebrate 103 heritage stations from August to November in Station Mahotsav
- Events will showcase 173 years of history, architecture, and local culture of heritage stations
- Activities include vintage displays, Virasat Smarika magazine, short films, food festivals, and shows
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