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Army foils Pakistan's BAT attack in Uri; Two soldiers killed in separate LoC incidents in Kashmir

In a series of incidents along Jammu and Kashmir's volatile borders, the Indian Army thwarted a Border Action Team (BAT) attack in the Uri sector of north Kashmir on the night of August 12-13. Havildar Ankit Kumar was martyred while repelling the infiltration attempt.

Aug 13, 2025

US spokesperson defends Trump's outreach to Pakistan, says ties with India 'good'

"Our relationship with both nations is as it has been, which is good", she said on Tuesday when a reporter asked her if US President Donald Trump reaching out to Pakistan's military leader Asim Munir would be "at the expense of the president's relationship with (Prime Minister) Modi".

Aug 13, 2025

US holds counterterrorism dialogue with terror host Pakistan

The statement mentioned three terrorist organisations, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), ISIS-Khorasan, and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), but was silent about at least five others and their affiliates that are on the US government's list of terrorist organisations based in Pakistan.

Aug 13, 2025

Iran says direct talks with US possible under favourable conditions

"Iran is ready to negotiate under equal conditions as negotiation is for safeguarding both parties' interests," Aref told reporters. "If the conditions are suitable, the negotiations can be held even directly," he said.

Aug 13, 2025

Trash piles up in Chennai due to sanitation staff strike; govt hires workers

Workers under the National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) have been protesting against the privatisation of solid waste management since the GCC awarded a Rs 276-crore contract to a private firm.

Aug 13, 2025

Karnataka BJP seeks clarity on Dharmasthala murder probe

The BJP's concerns are rooted in the belief that social media reports are unfairly targeting Dharmasthala, which they perceive as an attack on their faith. Kumar highlighted that despite excavating 16 sites based on an unidentified complainant's statements, no significant findings have been reported.

Aug 13, 2025

'Misleading': ECI on NYT report on Opposition parties' claims over voter list manipulation

In a fact-check issued to rebut the NYT news report with the headline "Hundreds of Indian Lawmakers Detained at a Protest Claiming Vote Rigging", the ECI shared a social media post carrying links to videos related to the "Actual truth at field level" of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar.

Aug 12, 2025

Parliament clears twin bills to reform sports administration, doping oversight; move paves way to win 2036 Olympic

The Bills, already cleared by the Lok Sabha, were moved by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, who described them as transformative instruments aimed at promoting ethical governance, athlete welfare, and institutional accountability across the country's sporting landscape.

Aug 12, 2025

79 cyclists, 79 km on 79th Independence Day: J&K LG felicitates BSF's unique cycle rally

To commemorate the 79th Independence Day, the Border Security Force (BSF) organised a unique cycle rally — 'Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' — in Kashmir, with 79 cyclists covering 79 km. The rally, involving 40 local youth and 39 BSF personnel, aimed to foster patriotism and national unity.

Aug 12, 2025

MCD says it can't handle stray dog removal after SC order for Delhi-NCR

MCD data shows only 125,000 procedures are performed each year, with just 20 operational sterilization centers and no dedicated shelter capacity for relocated animals.

Aug 12, 2025

Indian Ports Bill, 2025 passed amidst political turmoil

Introduced by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, the Bill aims to overhaul the legal structure governing India's ports. It emphasizes cooperative federalism and strategic maritime development, reflecting the government's vision to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the port sector.

Aug 12, 2025

BJP reacts to Dharmasthala mass grave probe; murders have hurt sentiments of devotees

This investigation has not been without its controversies. Karnataka BJP President and MLA, B.Y. Vijayendra, expressed concerns about the direction of the probe, suggesting that the involvement of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) and Communist elements has led to suspicions.

Aug 12, 2025

Punjab Police bust Pak-backed terror network ahead of I-Day; five operatives held

He said it was operated by foreign-based handlers Mannu Agwan, Gopi Nawashehria and Zeeshan Akhtar on the directions of Pakistan-based BKI operative Harwinder Rinda.

Aug 12, 2025

Delhi emerges as cybercrime hotspot, residents lose over Rs 1,450 cr in 11 Years

Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, citing inputs from Delhi Police, revealed that the number of cyber financial fraud cases in the city has multiplied nearly eightfold in this period. In 2014, 226 such cases were recorded, involving losses of Rs 2.63 crore.

Aug 12, 2025

SIT to use drone-mounted GPR to excavate 13th site in Dharmasthala mass grave case; NHRC present

The SIT, led by Chief DGP Pronab Mohanty, has been meticulously inspecting the site, located near the Kindi Dam and the Netravathi River. The area has been cleared of vegetation to facilitate the GPR search, and heavy police security has been deployed due to previous clashes in Dharmasthala.

Aug 12, 2025