27 Aug 2026
27 Aug 2026
27 Aug 2026
27 Aug 2026
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order seeking to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America,” escalating tensions with Canada amid a worsening trade dispute and new US tariffs.
Tata Consultancy Services has reduced quarterly variable pay for mid and senior-level employees to 60-70%, while junior employees continue to receive 100% payouts amid margin pressure and rising AI investments.
Union Minister JP Nadda met a delegation of reservation-reform activists after the August 21 Jantar Mantar protest. Activist Ajeet Bharti criticised the meeting, alleging that the government's outreach failed to address the movement's core demands.
Nepali journalist Parshuram Kaphle has criticised China over the lack of an early warning before devastating flash floods hit villages and infrastructure along the Nepal-China border, questioning Kathmandu's close ties with Beijing.
nion Minister Kiren Rijiju has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's limited use of formal press conferences, saying Modi prefers direct public engagement and has given numerous interviews to journalists.
Two pilots were killed after a twin-engine training aircraft crashed in a field near the Ganga barrage in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined, with the DGCA set to conduct a technical investigation.
Speculation over a possible Modi 3.0 Cabinet reshuffle is intensifying as the BJP prepares for upcoming Assembly elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. Several ministers could face organisational changes, while new faces and allies may get a bigger role.
Palm oil is widely used in packaged foods because it is affordable, stable and helps extend shelf life. Experts explain its health impact, saturated fat content and why moderation matters.
Iran and Oman have reached initial understandings on how to manage parts of the Strait of Hormuz and share potential revenues, according to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, although a senior Iranian source later said the deal has not yet been fully finalized.
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has denied targeting Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn or Tiger Shroff, saying the notices over a Vimal Elaichi advertisement were issued under existing rules on surrogate advertising.
A worsening US-Canada trade dispute could push up the cost of toilet paper and other paper products, as new tariffs threaten supply chains and raise raw-material costs.
Severe flooding in Nepal has caused widespread damage to roads, bridges, hydropower projects, banking facilities and telecommunications networks, disrupting infrastructure and daily life across several affected areas.
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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume is facing growing opposition from workers and unions as he pushes a sweeping restructuring plan that could eliminate up to 100,000 jobs and reduce costs across the German automaker.
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has warned that the German automaker is facing a “more than critical” situation as it battles weak demand, overcapacity and growing competition from Chinese manufacturers. The company is considering major cost-cutting measures and job reductions, while plant closures remain under discussion.
Sprite and IRCTC have launched the Sprite Tejas Express on the Lucknow–New Delhi–Lucknow route, marking Sprite’s first branded train partnership in India. The six-month campaign will feature branded coaches, onboard Sprite offerings and sustainability-focused initiatives.
Zomato is reportedly piloting food vending machines at corporate offices in Gurugram under a new initiative called Zomato Now, giving employees quick access to ready-to-eat food from selected restaurants and food brands.
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on social media. The legendary singer was celebrated worldwide for timeless hits including Jolene, 9 to 5 and I Will Always Love You.
Awarapan 2 has delivered a strong opening after releasing on August 14. The film has crossed ₹100 crore worldwide in its first three days, against an estimated ₹25 crore landing cost.
Palm oil is widely used in packaged foods because it is affordable, stable and helps extend shelf life. Experts explain its health impact, saturated fat content and why moderation matters.
A food safety inspection in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, took an unexpected turn when a sweet shop owner reportedly refused to taste the sweets being sold at his own shop. The incident occurred during a raid following complaints of alleged adulterated sweets, and the video has since gone viral on social media.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has backed FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe’s strict action against alleged food adulteration, saying enforcement will continue across the state.
Union Minister JP Nadda met a delegation of reservation-reform activists after the August 21 Jantar Mantar protest. Activist Ajeet Bharti criticised the meeting, alleging that the government's outreach failed to address the movement's core demands.
Two pilots were killed after a twin-engine training aircraft crashed in a field near the Ganga barrage in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined, with the DGCA set to conduct a technical investigation.
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has denied targeting Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn or Tiger Shroff, saying the notices over a Vimal Elaichi advertisement were issued under existing rules on surrogate advertising.
Students at IIT Delhi staged a rare campus protest after the death of 31-year-old MSc Physics student Rishikesh, with demonstrators demanding accountability from the administration and an independent inquiry into student safety and mental health concerns.
nion Minister Kiren Rijiju has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's limited use of formal press conferences, saying Modi prefers direct public engagement and has given numerous interviews to journalists.
Speculation over a possible Modi 3.0 Cabinet reshuffle is intensifying as the BJP prepares for upcoming Assembly elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. Several ministers could face organisational changes, while new faces and allies may get a bigger role.
CJP Meeting Today LIVE: The Cockroach Janta Party's National Working Committee is meeting online at 2 PM on August 24 to discuss pending government assurances, including FIRs against protesters, protection for students and compensation for families of deceased NEET victims.
Karnataka will release its draft electoral rolls on August 24 following the Special Intensive Revision, with more than 1.07 crore voter entries flagged for removal or further verification.
