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Kareena Kapoor, Soha and Saba share heartfelt wishes for Saif Ali Khan on his 55th birthday | See Post
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan turned 55 on Saturday, August 16, 2025, and his special day was made even more memorable with heartfelt wishes from his family. His wife Kareena Kapoor Khan and sisters Soha and Saba Ali Khan took to social media to shower love for the actor.
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Massive fire breaks out at Axis Bank ATM in Noida Extension’s Supertech Mart | Video
A fire broke out at an Axis Bank ATM located inside Supertech Mart in Noida Extension on Saturday (August 16), creating panic among those present in the building. Shoppers and staff were reportedly alarmed as smoke began to spread in the area.
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Janmashtami 2025: Devotees celebrate across globe, including Pakistan’s historic Krishna temples
The festival of Janmashtami, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is being observed with great fervour and devotion across India. Long queues of devotees have been seen outside temples nationwide. However, what many might not know is that Janmashtami is also celebrated in Pakistan, where several historic Krishna temples still exist and continue to attract devotees during this auspicious occasion.
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‘If we remain silent…’: Assam CM Sarma warns of demographic threat on Independence Day
In a fiercely worded and emotionally charged Independence Day speech, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a stark warning about what he described as a “demographic threat” posed by “unknown people,” urging the state’s indigenous population to rise in defense of their identity, land, and culture.
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Andhra govt launches ‘Stree Shakti’ free bus travel scheme for women: All you need to know
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday rolled out the “Stree Shakti” scheme — a statewide initiative offering free bus travel for women. The launch event, held in Amaravati, was attended by key NDA allies and leaders. As part of the scheme, all girls, women, and transgender persons holding Andhra Pradesh domicile status will be eligible to avail free travel on state-run buses, allowing them to commute anywhere within the state without bearing travel expenses.
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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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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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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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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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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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