Why should one pay toll if traffic lasts for 12 hours?: SC to NHAI
The Supreme Court, while pointing to report of 12-hour jam occurring on highway in Kerala, asked why people should pay toll if traffic lasts for 12 hours. The court was hearing plea of National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) challenging Kerala High Court's order suspending toll collection at Paliyekkara in Thrissur district over traffic and poor condition on NH-544.
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03:45 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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The Supreme Court, while pointing to report of 12-hour jam occurring on highway in Kerala, asked why people should pay toll if traffic lasts for 12 hours. The court was hearing plea of National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) challenging Kerala High Court's order suspending toll collection at Paliyekkara in Thrissur district over traffic and poor condition on NH-544.
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3 teens, believed to have died in U'khand flash floods, return home during 'last rites' in Bihar
Three men from Bihar, who were believed to have died during the flash floods that hit Uttarakhand's Dharali, returned home as their family prepared for their last rites, reports said. The three 19-year-olds had travelled to Gangotri days before the incident, however, they were unable to contact their family. The Indian Army had rescued and airlifted the trio to Dehradun.
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04:06 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Three men from Bihar, who were believed to have died during the flash floods that hit Uttarakhand's Dharali, returned home as their family prepared for their last rites, reports said. The three 19-year-olds had travelled to Gangotri days before the incident, however, they were unable to contact their family. The Indian Army had rescued and airlifted the trio to Dehradun.
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Florida mom arrested after placing loaded gun in child’s backpack
Florida mom Sierra Bronner was arrested after placing a loaded gun in her child’s backpack, instructing them to deliver it to the father. The child discovered the weapon at school and alerted staff, triggering a lockdown. Bronner faces serious charges as officials warn this reckless act could have led to tragedy.
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Florida mom Sierra Bronner was arrested after placing a loaded gun in her child’s backpack, instructing them to deliver it to the father. The child discovered the weapon at school and alerted staff, triggering a lockdown. Bronner faces serious charges as officials warn this reckless act could have led to tragedy.
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Vivek faces FIR over Gopal Mukherjee's portrayal in 'Bengal Files'
Shantanu Mukherjee, grandson of Bengali fighter Gopal Mukherjee, filed FIR against filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri for allegedly distorting his grandfather's identity in 'The Bengal Files'. Shantanu points out that the film introduces Gopal as 'Ek Tha Kashai Gopal Patha' which is inaccurate as Gopal was wrestler and key figure in 1946 riots. For context, 'Kashai' means butcher and 'Patha' means goat.
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04:24 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Shantanu Mukherjee, grandson of Bengali fighter Gopal Mukherjee, filed FIR against filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri for allegedly distorting his grandfather's identity in 'The Bengal Files'. Shantanu points out that the film introduces Gopal as 'Ek Tha Kashai Gopal Patha' which is inaccurate as Gopal was wrestler and key figure in 1946 riots. For context, 'Kashai' means butcher and 'Patha' means goat.
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What happened when Zelenskyy last met Trump at White House?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last met US President Donald Trump at White House on February 28, 2025. The meeting ended abruptly after Trump and US Vice President JD Vance accused Zelenskyy of "gambling with World War III" and being "ungrateful". Trump had declared that Zelenskyy could "come back when he is ready for peace" and temporarily suspended aid to Ukraine.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:22 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last met US President Donald Trump at White House on February 28, 2025. The meeting ended abruptly after Trump and US Vice President JD Vance accused Zelenskyy of "gambling with World War III" and being "ungrateful". Trump had declared that Zelenskyy could "come back when he is ready for peace" and temporarily suspended aid to Ukraine.
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Lisa goes viral for wearing Labubu-inspired pink look at concert
Thai rapper and singer Lisa stole the spotlight at BLACKPINK's London concert with a custom pink Labubu-inspired outfit by Brett Alan Nelson. Featuring a fuzzy mini skirt, corseted bustier, furry boots, and a plush Labubu pinned to her waist, the look left fans gushing. Social media erupted with comments like, "Labubu Lisa you're for the history books."
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Thai rapper and singer Lisa stole the spotlight at BLACKPINK's London concert with a custom pink Labubu-inspired outfit by Brett Alan Nelson. Featuring a fuzzy mini skirt, corseted bustier, furry boots, and a plush Labubu pinned to her waist, the look left fans gushing. Social media erupted with comments like, "Labubu Lisa you're for the history books."
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Titan to cast its shadow on Saturn on August 19
On August 19, Saturn's largest moon, Titan, will cast its shadow on the planet in a rare event occurring every 15 years. The transit, starting at 11:22 am IST, can be viewed through an 8.0-inch telescope at 200x magnification. Such alignments are rare due to the unique orbital patterns of Saturn's moons and rings. It'll next occur in the mid-2040s.
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04:44 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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On August 19, Saturn's largest moon, Titan, will cast its shadow on the planet in a rare event occurring every 15 years. The transit, starting at 11:22 am IST, can be viewed through an 8.0-inch telescope at 200x magnification. Such alignments are rare due to the unique orbital patterns of Saturn's moons and rings. It'll next occur in the mid-2040s.
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Swatch releases ad showing Asian model making his eyes 'slant', responds after backlash
Swiss watchmaker Swatch released an advertisement showing an Asian model pulling the corner of his eyes upwards, making them 'slanted'. The image received widespread backlash online as Chinese social media users called it out for being racist, pointing out the 'slanted eye' stereotype. The firm apologised following backlash, and said, "We treat this matter with the utmost importance."
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04:44 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Swiss watchmaker Swatch released an advertisement showing an Asian model pulling the corner of his eyes upwards, making them 'slanted'. The image received widespread backlash online as Chinese social media users called it out for being racist, pointing out the 'slanted eye' stereotype. The firm apologised following backlash, and said, "We treat this matter with the utmost importance."
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Virat Kohli completes 17 years in international cricket
Former Team India captain Virat Kohli on Monday completed 17 years in international cricket. Kohli, who has retired from Tests and T20Is, made his international debut in an ODI against Sri Lanka on August 18, 2008. Kohli opened with now Team India head coach in that match, scoring 12 runs off 22 deliveries.
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04:34 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Former Team India captain Virat Kohli on Monday completed 17 years in international cricket. Kohli, who has retired from Tests and T20Is, made his international debut in an ODI against Sri Lanka on August 18, 2008. Kohli opened with now Team India head coach in that match, scoring 12 runs off 22 deliveries.
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Airtel down for thousands across India, company responds
Thousands of Airtel users have reported facing issues in making calls and accessing data services using their phone numbers on Monday. As per data from Downdetector, the number of complaints surged around 4 pm. "We are currently experiencing a network outage, our team is actively working to resolve the issue and restore services promptly," the telecom operation said.
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04:52 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Thousands of Airtel users have reported facing issues in making calls and accessing data services using their phone numbers on Monday. As per data from Downdetector, the number of complaints surged around 4 pm. "We are currently experiencing a network outage, our team is actively working to resolve the issue and restore services promptly," the telecom operation said.
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Ravichandran booked for death threat to Kamal, moves Madras HC
Actor Ravichandran, who was previously booked for issuing death threat against actor-politician Kamal Haasan, has moved Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail in the case. Claiming his words were "unintentional", he said he's ready to accept any condition for bail. For context, Ravichandran called Haasan "naive politician" and said he'd "slit his throat" for making anti-Sanatana comments.
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05:24 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Actor Ravichandran, who was previously booked for issuing death threat against actor-politician Kamal Haasan, has moved Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail in the case. Claiming his words were "unintentional", he said he's ready to accept any condition for bail. For context, Ravichandran called Haasan "naive politician" and said he'd "slit his throat" for making anti-Sanatana comments.
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Putin calls PM Modi after meeting with Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin called PM Narendra Modi after his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. PM Modi took to X to thank Putin for sharing insights on the talks. "India has consistently called for...peaceful resolution of...Ukraine conflict and supports all efforts in this regard. I look forward to our continued exchanges in...days to come," PM Modi wrote.
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05:41 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Russian President Vladimir Putin called PM Narendra Modi after his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. PM Modi took to X to thank Putin for sharing insights on the talks. "India has consistently called for...peaceful resolution of...Ukraine conflict and supports all efforts in this regard. I look forward to our continued exchanges in...days to come," PM Modi wrote.
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Jaishankar meets Chinese Minister Wang Yi, says 'differences must not become disputes'
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Delhi on Monday and told him, "We must be guided by three mutuals- mutual respect, mutual sensitivity, mutual interest." Jaishankar said, "Differences must not become disputes nor, competition (become) conflict," adding that India and China are looking to move past "difficult period" in bilateral ties.
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06:56 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Delhi on Monday and told him, "We must be guided by three mutuals- mutual respect, mutual sensitivity, mutual interest." Jaishankar said, "Differences must not become disputes nor, competition (become) conflict," adding that India and China are looking to move past "difficult period" in bilateral ties.
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PM Modi meets astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla after historic ISS mission
PM Narendra Modi met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to go to the International Space Station (ISS), at his official residence in Delhi on Monday. A video of their interaction shows Shukla showing PM Modi clips from his space travel on a tablet. Shukla returned to India following weeks of rehabilitation in US after his space mission.
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07:50 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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PM Narendra Modi met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to go to the International Space Station (ISS), at his official residence in Delhi on Monday. A video of their interaction shows Shukla showing PM Modi clips from his space travel on a tablet. Shukla returned to India following weeks of rehabilitation in US after his space mission.
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My wife felt bad: L&T MD Subrahmanyan on 'how long can you stare at wife' remark
Speaking about his earlier controversial remarks on 90-hour work weeks and working on Sundays, L&T Chairman and MD SN Subrahmanyan said, "I spoke casually...On hindsight, I could've answered differently." Subrahmanyan, who had earlier said, "What do you do sitting at home? How long can you stare at your wife?", also revealed his wife "felt bad because her name got involved".
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09:27 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Speaking about his earlier controversial remarks on 90-hour work weeks and working on Sundays, L&T Chairman and MD SN Subrahmanyan said, "I spoke casually...On hindsight, I could've answered differently." Subrahmanyan, who had earlier said, "What do you do sitting at home? How long can you stare at your wife?", also revealed his wife "felt bad because her name got involved".
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Zelenskyy meets Trump at the White House months after spat
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US President Donald Trump at White House on Monday. Their February 2025 meeting at White House resulted in a clash between him, Trump and Vice President JD Vance. UK PM Keir Starmer, France President Emmanuel Macron, Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen are among European leaders who arrived at White House.
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10:53 pm Monday, 18 August, 2025
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US President Donald Trump at White House on Monday. Their February 2025 meeting at White House resulted in a clash between him, Trump and Vice President JD Vance. UK PM Keir Starmer, France President Emmanuel Macron, Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen are among European leaders who arrived at White House.
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Trump mentions India-Pak conflict during meeting with Zelenskyy
US President Donald Trump, during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, claimed he "ended six wars", including the India-Pakistan conflict. He said Russia-Ukraine war is "going to end", adding, "When it ends, I can't tell you." He further said both Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin want the war to end.
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07:00 am Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
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US President Donald Trump, during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, claimed he "ended six wars", including the India-Pakistan conflict. He said Russia-Ukraine war is "going to end", adding, "When it ends, I can't tell you." He further said both Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin want the war to end.
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India becomes 1st country to get ChatGPT Go with 10x more access to features at lower price
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Go for India, the first country to get the subscription tier offering 10x higher message limits, image generation and file uploads. It offers these features for a lower price of ₹399/month, as compared to Plus/Pro tiers, and offers UPI payment option. "We'll learn from feedback [from India] before expanding to other countries," ChatGPT head Nick Turley said.
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09:12 am Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
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OpenAI launched ChatGPT Go for India, the first country to get the subscription tier offering 10x higher message limits, image generation and file uploads. It offers these features for a lower price of ₹399/month, as compared to Plus/Pro tiers, and offers UPI payment option. "We'll learn from feedback [from India] before expanding to other countries," ChatGPT head Nick Turley said.
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China promises to address India's 3 concerns: Reports
After External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's meet, the latter reportedly promised that China will address three key concerns of India's needs of fertilisers, rare earths and tunnel boring machines. "Stable and constructive ties between India and China are not only to our benefit, but that of the world as well," Jaishankar said.
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10:01 am Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
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After External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's meet, the latter reportedly promised that China will address three key concerns of India's needs of fertilisers, rare earths and tunnel boring machines. "Stable and constructive ties between India and China are not only to our benefit, but that of the world as well," Jaishankar said.
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Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning issued for several states, list released
The IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for several states for Wednesday (August 20). It is likely over Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, West Bengal, Sikkim, Telangana, Uttarakhand and Puducherry.
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12:24 pm Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
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The IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for several states for Wednesday (August 20). It is likely over Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, West Bengal, Sikkim, Telangana, Uttarakhand and Puducherry.
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