Hema Malini calls Batwara 1947 ‘brilliant’ in her review, hails outstanding performances by Sunny Deol and Shabana Azmi

Batwara 1947 was released in theatres last Friday. It is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. Updated on: Aug 17, 2026, 21:24:08 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947…

A 17-year wait, a roaring home crowd and Ayush Shetty’s upset for the ages: India’s World Championships return

The BWF World Championships in New Delhi kicked off on an auspicious note for the home shuttlers with Ayush Shetty taking the badminton world by storm. Updated on: Aug 17, 2026, 21:24:14…

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Vesac India To Launch Urban Forest Intelligence Pilot To Study Tree-Fall Risks

Environmental organisation VesacIndia will conduct an Urban Forest Intelligence Pilot Study in selected locations in Thane and Navi Mumbai to assess urban tree health and stability. The AI-assisted study will examine tree…

Esports World Cup 2026: Team Falcons Reclaim Club Championship Lead; Dralii Makes History As First Player To Win Three EWC Titles

Week six saw Team Falcons lift the Rocket League trophy, S2G Esports crowned PMWC champions, FaZe Clan conquer Rainbow Six Siege, while Magnus Carlsen secured back-to-back Chess titles.

Cardiologist shares 5 habits she never ignores for a healthy heart: ‘A shocking amount…’

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death globally, yet many of the factors that increase cardiovascular risk are linked to everyday habits that often go unnoticed. In an Instagram…

Search for 5 army personnel who went missing in Arunachal flash flood continues

The flash flood struck Pasu Pani, around 25km beyond Mipi Circle, at about 4.30pm after a major stream suddenly swelled and inundated the surrounding area Published on: Aug 17, 2026, 20:57:46 IST…

Not a single pothole on Mumbai-Pune Expressway in 27 years: Nitin Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari said that 27 years ago, he built the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and claimed it has not developed any potholes to date. Updated on: Aug 17, 2026, 21:06:54 IST Prefer HTon Google…

BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide Orders Strict Audit Of Vending Spaces During Mumbai Footpath Reclamation Drive

BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide inspected the ‘Pedestrians First’ drive in Mumbai and ordered a strict audit of licensed vending spaces, officials said. The inspection covered five South Mumbai wards, where she reviewed…

Alia Bhatt drops gorgeous vacation pics with Ranbir Kapoor, keeps daughter Raha close: ‘Good old days’

Alia Bhatt had a much-needed vacation with her family after the release of her action film Alpha. Check out the pictures. Published on: Aug 17, 2026, 20:50:57 IST Prefer HTon Google Share…