Commander Prerna Deosthalee: First woman to command an Indian naval warship, trailblazer in armed forces
In a landmark Independence Day special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17, airing Friday at 9 PM, the spotlight will shine on three decorated women officers from the Indian Armed Forces — and among them is Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Indian Navy, a trailblazer who holds the distinction of being the first woman to command an Indian Naval warship.
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Delhi: Humayun’s Tomb dome collapses in Nizamuddin area, around 9 people feared trapped
In a tragic incident, a dome of the historic Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area collapsed on Friday, triggering panic in the vicinity. According to the Delhi Fire Services, eight to nine people are feared trapped under the debris following the incident.
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Who qualifies for Rs 15,000 incentive under PM Modi’s ‘Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana’? Know eligibility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the ambitious ‘PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana’ during his Independence Day address from the Red Fort on August 15. The Rs 1 lakh crore scheme aims to generate 3.5 crore new jobs across India over the next two years, with a special focus on empowering youth entering the workforce for the first time.
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Coolie Movie Review: Rajinikanth’s stellar performance meets Nagarjuna’s charisma in action blockbuster
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s power-packed mass entertainer film ‘Coolie’ is a perfect tribute to Thalaiva Rajinikanth for completing 50 years in the film industry. Released on August 14, just a day before India’s 79th Independence Day, the most-awaited film of 2025 created a stir as soon as it hit the theatres. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, ‘Coolie – The Powerhouse’ is a big-budget film starring stars like Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj and Aamir Khan. Looking at the popularity of the film, expectations were sky high, and the craze to watch this movie was so high among the audience that its shows started from the morning itself. In the film, South superstar Rajinikanth is shown taking revenge for the death of his friend from the dreaded villains Nagarjuna and Soubin Shahir, with whom he is accompanied by 19 coolies. Also, the film shows the beautiful bond of father and daughter between Rajinikanth and Shruti Haasan, for which the actor puts his life on the line. Read further to know the full review of this action thriller.
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No final decision yet on PM Modi’s participation in UNGA, says MEA
As the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York approaches in late September, the Indian government has not yet finalised whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend. Despite PM Modi’s name appearing on the provisional list of speakers scheduled for September 26, officials say the final call is still pending and will be made closer to the event date.
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‘I stand by my words’: Chail MLA Pooja Pal after her expulsion from Samajwadi Party | Video
Just hours after expressing public gratitude towards Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his ‘zero tolerance’ policy against crime, Samajwadi Party MLA from Chail, Pooja Pal, found herself expelled from the party. Her remarks, made during an Assembly debate on the ‘Vision Document 2047,’ lauded CM Yogi for delivering justice in the 2005 murder of her husband, BSP leader Raju Pal- a crime in which gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed was the prime accused.
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BMW Group India to increase prices by up to 3 per cent from April 2025
BMW Group India, a German luxury car-maker, has announced that it will increase prices across its model range by up to 3 per cent, which will be effective from 1 September 2025. The move has been taken after witnessing the adverse impact of continued forex fluctuation and global supply chain dynamics.
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OPINION | Pak warmongering: Who is responsible?
Announcing the setting up of a new Army Rocket Force at a ceremony held in Islamabad, Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif uttered a war cry saying, “I want to tell the enemy today that if you threaten to hold our water, then keep this in mind, you cannot snatch even a drop of water from Pakistan.” Shehbaz Sharif also warned that if India attempted to withhold Indus river water, “you will be again taught such a lesson that you will be left holding your ears.”
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Exclusive: AMCA Project Director shares detailed insights on India’s 5th-gen stealth fighter design | WATCH
The paper design of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) prototype has been finalised at the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Ministry of Defence, marking a significant milestone in India’s indigenous defence manufacturing. According to information, the aircraft is expected to make its first appearance by the end of 2027. Speaking exclusively to India TV, AMCA Project Director Krishna Rajendra offered detailed insights into the aircraft’s design and capabilities.
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Corbin Bosch fined for breaching of ICC Code of Conduct in second T20I win against Australia
South Africa’s star all-rounder Corbin Bosch has managed to grab attention after he was fined by the ICC (International Cricket Council) after he was found in breach of the ICC’s Code of Conduct. He was found in a level 1 breach of the Code of Conduct during the recently concluded second T20I of the series against Australia.
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