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The Israeli military announced Sunday that it killed the longtime spokesperson for Hamas' armed wing, as the country's security cabinet met to discuss the expanding offensive in some of Gaza's most populated areas. There were no plans to discuss negotiations for a ceasefire at the meeting, according to an official who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to speak with the media. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz identified the spokesperson as Abu Obeida, the nom de guerre for the official who represented Hamas's Qassam Brigades. He was killed over the weekend. Hamas has not commented on the claim. Abu Obeida's last statement was issued on Friday as Israel began the initial stages of the new offensive and declared Gaza City a combat zone. His statement said the militants would do their best to protect living hostages but warned that they would be in areas of fighting. He said the remains of dead hostages would "disappear forever...

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Torrential rain and cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir have caused devastating flash floods and landslides, resulting in 11 deaths in Ramban and Reasi districts. A couple and their five children were among those buried alive. The Jammu-Srinagar national highway partially reopened after being suspended for five days. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Ts9cbzd

Security forces in north Kashmir neutralized Bagu Khan, a seasoned terrorist guide known as "human GPS," who facilitated nearly 100 infiltration attempts across the LoC over decades. His death is a significant blow to infiltration networks, limiting the ability of Pakistan-backed groups to navigate treacherous terrain. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/qncNbBj

Ukraine says it pulled off a major strike inside Russia using nothing more than a pair of cheap drones and sharp intelligence. Two bridges in Russia's Belgorod region, critical for Moscow's resupply routes, were destroyed after Ukrainian forces discovered they were being used to stockpile explosives. According to Ukraine's 58th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade, the discovery came after unusual movements were spotted around one of the bridges near the Kharkiv border. Speaking to CNN, a brigade representative explained: "It became clear that something was going on there. We couldn't fly a regular reconnaissance drone under the bridge because the signal would simply disappear, so we flew in with a first-person-view drone equipped with fiber optics." What they found was a jackpot: a massive pile of anti-tank mines and ammunition hidden beneath the bridge. "We saw the mines, and we struck," the brigade representative said. Video shows the drone flyin...

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In the last few months, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retired from the Test format. The last week saw the retirement of Cheteshwar Pujara from Tests too. It's fair to say that the transition of Indian cricket in the longest format is here. A young team led by Shubman Gill has shown that they are ready to take on the world after drawing the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. 1983 World Cup winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth said there was a communication gap between the BCCI and the cricketers. He added that the BCCI should have spoken to Pujara to give him a better send-off. "If you play 100 Tests for your country, you must be a terrific cricketer. So you should be given a good send-off. I am convinced there was a big communication gap when Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retired. They should have spoken to them, but instead, this is not a good look for the game and Indian cricket," Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel, as quoted by HT. "Virat Kohli's retirement happened...

A recent road transport ministry report reveals a grim reality: 2,161 lives were lost to potholes in 2023, a 16.4% increase from the previous year. Overall, road fatalities reached 1.73 lakh, with speeding as the primary cause. Shockingly, non-use of helmets and seatbelts contributed to a significant number of deaths. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/AmYq9u0

Denmark's prime minister on Wednesday presented a long-awaited apology to the victims of Denmark's forced contraception campaign in Greenland, lifting a key point of tension with its autonomous territory. From the 1960s until 1992, Danish authorities forced around 4,500 Inuit women, around half of those of child-bearing age, to wear a contraceptive coil -- or intrauterine device (IUD) -- without their consent. The aim was to reduce the Inuit birth rate. Many of the women were left sterile and almost all of them have suffered from physical or psychological problems.  Around 150 of them have sued the Danish state for violating their rights and demanded compensation. "We cannot change what has happened. But we can take responsibility. Therefore, on behalf of Denmark, I would like to say: I am sorry," Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said in a statement. The victims, who have sought an official apology for several years, welcomed her remarks. "My clients are h...

Kavitha Rao is a London-based journalist and a nationwide bestselling author. In this conversation, Rao discusses her latest book, ‘Spies, Lies and Allies: The Extraordinary Lives of Chatto and Roy’. The book explores the untold stories of Indian revolutionaries and their international exploits in the fight for independence. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Jopkqjr

A ten-year-old boy, who was diagnosed with typhoid and pneumonia, was prescribed medicines used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and heart-related chest pain (angina) in Maharashtra's Kalyan, close to Mumbai. The negligence of the doctors has been reported from Manomi Multi Speciality Hospital in Kalyan's Aadharwadi Chowk. The child was going to the hospital for treatment for three days when a doctor prescribed him these medicines. On one page, medicines usually prescribed for typhoid treatment were written, while on another, medicines which had no connection with the treatment of the disease were written. He was prescribed Sitagliptin Phosphate and Metformin Hydrochloride tablets - used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and St Sprin 75 - used to treat and prevent heart attacks, strokes and heart-related chest pain. His mother, Ankita Ravi Gaikwad, said that she went to the doctor to ask if the medicines were correct. "The doctor told us that the medicines were co...

Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh cautioned against hastily implementing theatre commands, advocating for an India-specific model. He proposed establishing a joint planning and coordination center in Delhi under the Chiefs of Staff Committee to prepare for future conflicts. Singh emphasized learning from Operation Sindoor's success, highlighting inter-service coordination. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/aegjs7r

Named in India's Asia Cup 2025 squad, Sanju Samson has started his preparations in full swing. The wicket-keeper batter decided to join the Kochi franchise in the Kerala Cricket League, a state-level T20 tournament, to claim top form ahead of the start of the Asia Cup next month. Samson scored a match-winning 121 off just 51 balls to help his team win the thrilling contest. After the match, Samson opened up on his stint for Kochi in the state league, saying he was shocked to see the sort of talent that exists in Kerala. It was a nail-biting contest between Kochi and Kollam, which saw Samson's team emerge triumphant after batter Muhammad Ashik scored a last-ball six. "It's not easy to lose a game in front of your home crowd. So I thank all the people who turned up in huge numbers," Samson said after the game. Sanju Samson turning pressure into PLEASURE since forever #KCL2025 pic.twitter.com/YOvBLdFrB8 — FanCode (@FanCode) August 24, 2025 The wicket-keeper ...

FASTag Annual Pass gains popularity on the Delhi-Chandigarh highway. Nearly 30% of private vehicles use it. The number is much higher than the national average. NHAI expects 10 lakh users soon. Nitin Gadkari stresses good service for toll charges. He wants accountability for highway quality. NHAI faced extra costs in Gurgaon due to poor project planning. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/7PF0Weq

According to the report, bio-toilets in AC coaches were found to be in better condition than those in non-AC coaches. Passenger dissatisfaction exceeded 50% in five zones, including East Coast, Western, and Eastern Railways. In contrast, satisfaction levels crossed 90% in Northern and North Central Railways. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/JF2DvVj

Having stepped down as the Kerala Youth Congress president following allegations of misconduct against women, Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil is now facing growing calls for resigning from the state Assembly as well. The controversy, which began with a social media post, has now snowballed into a full-blown political crisis with leaked audio clips, WhatsApp chats and fresh testimony adding to Mamkootathil's troubles.  The latest trigger was an audio clip, aired on Thursday by a television channel, in which a male voice, purportedly Mamkootathil's, is heard pressuring a woman to undergo an abortion. The woman, resisting the demand, asserts that she loves her unborn child and can raise it independently, without seeking his support.  The male voice counters that the pregnancy would "destroy" his life and is even heard saying, "To kill you, what do you think, I just need a few seconds." The clip has caused widespread outrage, with women's groups, oppositio...

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The appointment, subject to Senate confirmation, was long overdue and the fact that Gor is a part of Trump’s inner circle should facilitate a candid engagement between the 2 sides on thorny issues like trade, Trump’s handling of Pakistan, immigration and India’s ties with Russia. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/wi90L6h

A nightmare unfolded for a little girl and her family in Odisha on Thursday. The class 2 girl went to her school on Thursday morning, but didn't return home after her classes got over at 4 pm. The staff of the government school locked the classroom and left for the day, failing to notice the 8-year-old girl was still inside. Her family looked for her all night but to no avail. In a desperate attempt to escape, the girl tried to get out of a window with iron bars attached to it. While she managed to get her entire body out of the window, her head got stuck between the bars. The girl, identified as Jyotsna Dehuri, had to spend the night in the same uncomfortable position. The incident took place at the Government Upper Primary School at Anjar under Banspal block in Keonjhar district. This morning, when the school cook came and opened the locks at 9 am, she saw the girl. Then the villagers and the family members of the girl opened the door of the classroom and bent the iron bars...

Serena Williams has opened up about her weight loss journey, revealing she lost 31 pounds (14 kg) with the help of a weight loss drug. The 23-time Grand Slam champion started using a GLP-1 medication after her second child, as part of a paid partnership with healthcare company Ro. Williams didn't specify which GLP-1 medication she's taking, but shared that she initially used it inconsistently before becoming fully committed to the treatment. She's been working with Ro to normalise the use of weight loss medications and break down stigmas surrounding them. According to Williams, the medication has not only helped her lose weight but also improved her overall health, with noticeable enhancements in her blood sugar levels and reduced joint pain. "I feel great. I feel really good and healthy. I feel light physically and light mentally," she told People . She also shared a video on Instagram, explaining the reasons behind her decision. "Taking care of yourself ...

Indian cricket great Ravichandran Ashwin shocked all when he announced a sudden retirement during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in December, 2024. Following the third Test match against Australia in Brisbane, Ashwin made the announcement in the post-match press conference along with skipper Rohit Sharma after the game ended in a draw. Ashwin retired from the game as the second highest wicket-taker for India in Tests with 537 scalps in 106 games, leaving him only behind Anil Kumble (619 wickets). Ashwin continue to play domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL).  "I think it was just the time, and where I stood in my life, right? I think I was pretty old, I must admit," said Ashwin, "But going on tours, and you know, having to just sit out a lot more, it just eventually got to me."  Ashwin added he wanted to spend more time with family. "I mean, not in terms of not wanting to contribute to the team, but you're thinking if I would rather be at ho...

Bigg Boss Season 19 is all set to premiere on August 24, 2025. The new season is expected to deliver a wild ride filled with drama, fun and non-stop entertainment.  The intriguing twist this year is the " Gharwalon ki Sarkaar " theme, which indicates a seismic shift in power from outside to inside the house. While 15 celebrities are participating in the show this season, here are the names of the confirmed contestants, as reported by India Today . Known for his acting stint in the popular television show Anupamaa , Gaurav Khanna is confirmed to be a part of Bigg Boss 19. The actor recently participated in the reality cooking show, Celebrity MasterChef India , and won. He is reportedly the highest-paid celebrity on Bigg Boss this season.  Child artist turned television actress Ashnoor Kaur is also set to be a part of the reality show. She is known for her roles in Patiala Babes and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. Content creators Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajka...

A complaint has been filed against former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram for allegedly endorsing and associating with an online "gambling and betting" platform related to sports, an official said on Tuesday. A complainant, Muhammad Fiaz, has filed an application with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore, seeking legal action against Akram for allegedly promoting a gambling and betting app. He said the former fast bowler was linked with a foreign betting app — Baji — as its brand ambassador. "A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the app," the complainant said. He requested the NCCIA to take strict legal action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016. An NCCIA official told PTI on Tuesday that it had received a complaint against Akram for being a brand ambassador of a foreign betting app and said, "We will t...

Due to severe weather and recent cloudburst tragedies in Jammu and Kashmir, the Doda district administration has curtailed the Kailash Kund Yatra in Bhaderwah. The three-day pilgrimage, scheduled from August 20-22, will now be symbolic, prioritizing devotee safety. Women and children are restricted from participating. Pilgrims must carry valid ID, and the Chattergala route is off-limits. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/osOT7DK

The government is set to introduce three bills in Parliament on Wednesday, aiming to establish a legal mechanism for the removal of prime ministers, Union ministers, chief ministers, or state ministers if they are arrested or detained on serious criminal charges. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/uitWwIl

Ukraine's "Pryvyd" (Ghost) sniper unit has claimed to have set the record for the longest confirmed sniper kill, shooting down two Russian soldiers from a distance of around 4 kilometres. The shot, fired from a Ukrainian-made 14.5mm "Alligator" rifle, was guided to its target with the help of artificial intelligence and drones, according to a report by Defense Express. A video of the military action is being widely circulated on social media, showing the moment a Ukrainian soldier fired the "historic" shot near the city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine during fighting on August 14. Ukraine's former deputy minister at the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Anton Gerashchenko, shared the video on X and wrote, "A Ukrainian sniper from the Pryvyd (Ghost) group made the first successful shot in the history of wars using artificial intelligence, eliminating two Russian occupiers in the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad direction." A histori...

The Election Commission has announced that individuals omitted from Bihar's draft electoral roll, published on August 1, 2025, can submit Form 6 with their Aadhaar card copy by September 1. Objections to ineligible inclusions can be filed in Form 7 by electors of the same constituency. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/so1G67f

AIIMS Jammu has achieved 7th position nationwide in the Government Medical Universities Ranking 2025, becoming the second-highest ranked institute after AIIMS Delhi. The institute scored 385.62 out of 400 in Academic and Research Excellence, reflecting its quality teaching and research. This success is attributed to the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/YUmjeG5

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The death count in 'Dahi Handi' festivities in Mumbai on Saturday touched two after a 14-year-old 'govinda' was declared dead on arrival by doctors in a hospital in Ghatkopar, a civic official said. Rohan Mohan Malvi, part of the Gaondevi Govinda Pathak, fell unconscious while sitting in a tempo in Adarsh Nagar area of Andheri East, the official said, adding he did not take part in the pyramid formation since he had recently suffered a bout of jaundice. "He was rushed to Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar where doctors declared him dead on arrival," he said. Earlier, in the afternoon, a 32-year-old man fell to death while tying 'Dahi Handi' in Mankhurd in the north eastern part of the metropolis, officials said. The dead was identified as Jagmohan Shivkiran Chaudhari. "He was tying the handi (an earthen pot filled with curd which groups of 'govindas' try to reach and break by forming a human pyramid) to a rope from the first-floor window ...

A Pakistan International Airlines-branded, aircraft-shaped balloon was discovered in Ramgarh, Samba district, raising security concerns. Border Security Force troops are investigating the balloon's origin. Similar incidents involving balloons with Pakistani markings have occurred in the area previously, prompting heightened vigilance by security forces along the International Border and Line of Control. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/2VWbH1L

A devastating cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district triggered flash floods, obliterating Chasoti village. At least 60 lives were lost, with scores injured and dozens still missing. Piyra Singh, a survivor, recounted the horror as his home collapsed, claiming the lives of his relatives. Rescue operations are underway as families grapple with immense grief. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/4qJUksa

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A devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, has claimed at least 60 lives, with dozens still missing after a flash flood swept through a pilgrim campsite along the Machail Mata trail. Rescue operations are underway amidst intermittent rains as authorities struggle to recover bodies and assist survivors. CM Omar Abdullah has reached Kishtwar to take stock. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/RXEi2lx

There is hardly a kitchen in the world without a tea strainer. But let us be honest – washing one can be a real hassle. Even after applying dishwashing soap, getting it completely clean is not always easy. A kitchen hack going viral online, however, shows a surprisingly simple way to rinse a soapy strainer. In the video, a person first holds the dish soap–covered strainer under running water, but it proves tricky to rinse. Then, they place a spatula between the tap and the strainer. The spatula redirects and evenly spreads the water flow, making it much easier to wash the soap away. Also Read : Viral Video: Indian Traveller Calls Out "Worst Lunch" Experience At Eiffel Tower Restaurant The text attached to the post reads, “Smart cleaning trick!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jeff and Lauren (@jeffandlaurenshow) Looks like the internet is not impressed with this hack. The comments section was flooded with satirica...

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In a brazen theft, three unidentified thieves looted jewellery and cash worth over Rs 5 lakh from the residence of retired Justice Ramesh Garg in Indore's Vijay Nagar. The meticulously executed heist, which lasted four minutes and ten seconds, targeted the bungalow around 3:30 AM, with the masked thieves breaking the main gate's lock and forcing open an almirah to make off with the valuables. A video of the shocking theft has surfaced on social media, showing one thief standing guard with a rod in hand, while the other stole cash and jewellery from the almirah.  Watch the video here: 3 criminals rohbed a retired Justice Ramesh Garg's residence in Indore in just 4 minutes and 10 seconds and got away with Rs 5 lakh and gold-silver jewellery. They would have killed Justice Garg's son (in the video) if he had woken up. Fortunately, he kept sleeping despite the… pic.twitter.com/MTg8cJgaPQ — Incognito (@Incognito_qfs) August 13, 2025 The incident, captured on CCTV, ...

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Punjabi singer-star Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 landed in hot water after Pakistani star Hania Aamir's casting in the movie came to light. That the revelation was made months after the Pahalgam terror attack didn't help either. Following the controversy, the film skipped the release in India and hit the big screen across the globe, including Pakistan . And this is how India's loss became Pakistan's gain. Nadeem Mandviwalla, one of the biggest exhibitors of Pakistan who released Sardaar Ji 3 in his Cineplex multiplex chain in the country on June 27, told NDTV that the Punjabi film did "outstanding" business in Pakistan. According to him, the movie has grossed Rs 60 crore (PKR) at the Pakistani box office, coming in second to the Fawad Khan-starrer The Legend of Maula Jatt whose collection stands at Rs 124.50 crore (PKR). "It (Sardaar Ji 3) has become the second biggest box office success by crossing Rs 60 crore (PKR) gross box office (approx...

Former Indian cricket team batter  Subramaniam Badrinath believes that Riyan Parag can be the reason behind Sanju Samson potentially leaving Rajasthan Royals. With Samson injured for the first three matches in IPL 2025, Parag led the franchise. However, with Parag still remaining a big captaincy contender, Badrinath said that it can be a reason behind Sanju reportedly looking for a new team.  "I feel Riyan Parag is the reason. If you consider him for captaincy, how do you expect someone like Samson to stay?" Badrinath said on his YouTube channel . However, the former CSK cricketer also pointed out that despite being a like-for-like replacement for MS Dhoni , the franchise may struggle to find a place for Samson in the playing XI. "If Sanju Samson does come to CSK, then he could be the like-for-like replacement for MS Dhoni. Samson is a batter who can bat in the top three or four spots in the batting order. He is not someone who could fit in the number five or six sp...

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A gunfight erupted between terrorists and security forces in Kishtwar's Dul area during a cordon-and-search operation following specific intelligence inputs. This incident occurred a day after two army personnel died in Kulgam. Reinforcements have been deployed as the operation continues, with the Army confirming the ongoing exchange of gunfire with the terrorists. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/1k4YtyF

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A stunning video of a mother elephant crossing a road with her newborn calf has gone viral, catching the internet's attention. The nearly 20-second clip, shared by Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan, showcases the mama elephant carefully guiding the baby elephant, who is still learning to walk, having been born just a few hours earlier. On average, the newborn elephant calves stand about one metre in height and weigh roughly 120 kilograms. The calf is helped to its feet by the mother and other maternal figures in the herd. Calves are able to stand on their own within minutes of birth. After a couple of hours and a few minor but adorable setbacks, the calf is able to walk. "An unsteady walk, as the calf just came into world. Elephant calves start walking within one to two hours of birth. In wild, they have to be mobile, necessary for survival," Mr Kaswan captioned the video. Watch the viral video here: An unsteady walk, as the calf just came into world. Elep...

The Congress party in Jammu and Kashmir has initiated a series of hunger strikes to advocate for the restoration of statehood, coinciding with the anniversary of the Quit India Movement. Despite repeated promises from the Modi government and BJP leaders, no concrete steps have been taken, prompting the party to escalate its protests. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/QhCkoz2

In a fierce gunfight in Kulgam, South Kashmir, Lance Naik Pritpal Singh and Sepoy Harminder Singh of the Sikh Light Infantry, attached to 19 Rashtriya Rifles, were killed during Operation Akhal. The counterterrorism operation, ongoing for nine days, targets Pakistan-trained terrorists in the Akhal Khulsan forest. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/bmG69hp

Indian Railways has launched 'Rudrastra,' its longest freight train ever, stretching 4.5 kilometers. Composed of 354 wagons and powered by seven locomotives, the train was formed by linking six standard rakes. It journeyed from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road, covering 200 km at an average speed of 40 km/h. from India News | Latest India News Headlines Today and Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/yeQqHDE