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This image provided by Planet Labs PBC shows floodings in Kolpurtar, Nepal on Aug. 26, 2026. (Planet Labs PBC via AP) On August 26, 2026, a catastrophic flash flood struck the Nepal-Tibet border, tearing through the Lhende Khola and Bhote Koshi river system. As rescue operations continue, the death toll has climbed past 270, with over 1,000 people still missing, including a large number of foreign tourists and pilgrims. Of those unaccounted for, 178 are Indian nationals, many of whom were on pilgrimage to Mount Kailash. The flood destroyed roads, bridges, hydropower plants and communication infrastructure, and triggered a mudslide…

The making of ‘Jana Nayagan’ has given fans several reasons to stay curious, from Vijay’s final film plans to the scale of its action and song sequences. Now, an interesting detail about the film’s massive set has come to light. Director H Vinoth explained how a conversation during the production led the team to take a different approach to the sets created for the Vijay-starrer.A major portion of ‘Jana Nayagan’ was filmed inside a single large set. H Vinoth revealed that nearly 95 per cent of the movie, including fights, songs and talkie portions, was shot there. Interestingly, instead of…

When the power goes out, the inverter quickly becomes one of the most useful things in a home. But the same device that keeps lights and appliances running can become a safety concern if the space around it is poorly managed. Items that seem harmless, such as cardboard boxes, clothes, or cleaning products, can add to the fire risk when kept too close to electrical equipment. Poor ventilation can create another problem by allowing heat to build up around the inverter and battery. Moisture, flammable liquids, and damaged wiring can make the situation even more dangerous. Keeping a few common…

Colombo: India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) India and Sri Lanka played out a draw in the second Test at Colombo’s Sinhalese Sports Club, meaning India finished the two-match series 1-0 ahead.India looked firmly in control after declaring on 503/9 and dismissing Sri Lanka for 290, but the hosts produced a determined second-innings performance to save the match.India dominate before Sri Lanka fight backDevdutt Padikkal scored 117 and Dhruv Jurel made an unbeaten 115 as India crossed 500. Rishabh Pant added 63, while Sri Lanka’s Asitha Fernando took four wickets. India’s bowlers then restricted the hosts to 290,…

A Lufkin, Texas police officer has been indicted on 100 felony counts after an investigation into his use of Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader system revealed an extraordinary volume of searches, including nearly 3,500 lookups of a single licence plate. According to court records and audit logs reviewed by the Houston Chronicle and local Texas outlets, 32-year-old Officer Zachary Anthony Klein conducted more than 45,000 searches over roughly 200 days, far exceeding typical usage patterns in the department. He was charged last week with misuse of official information, prompting the Lufkin Police Department to suspend its use of Flock…

HNBUMEU has announced the Round 1 seat allotment result for Uttarakhand NEET UG counselling 2026 on August 27. Candidates can check the provisional allotment PDF online and confirm their allotted college and course. Those receiving seats must complete the float or freeze process, document verification and college reporting between August 27 and September 5. The Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMEU) has released the round 1 seat allotment result, hnbumu.ac.in for Uttarakhand NEET UG counselling 2026 on August 27. Candidates who participated in the state counselling process can check their allotment status through the official university website.The Round…

Thalapathy Vijay’s journey from one of Tamil cinema’s biggest stars to an actor-turned-politician is already a story that could lend itself to a compelling biopic. Director Ashwath Marimuthu recently shared his vision for such a film, revealing the title he would choose and the moment he believes would make the perfect interval block.Speaking at a recent Galatta event, the filmmaker was asked a hypothetical question about directing a biopic on Vijay. While there is currently no such project in the works, Ashwath had a clear idea of how he would structure the story. According to him, the first half would…

Train ‘mahila sangeet’ goes viral after railway staff asks women to stop singing A train journey became the setting for an unexpected celebration when a group of women was seen taking part in a ‘mahila sangeet’ inside a coach. The video has since caught attention online, not just for the singing, but for the conversation that followed about how people should behave in shared spaces.The clip shows a brief interaction between the passengers and a railway staff member, followed by sharply different reactions from social media users.Women hold ‘mahila sangeet’ inside trainThe video shared on X shows several women seated…

Shubman Gill (Image credit: TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: India had looked set to complete a 2-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka, but the hosts produced a stubborn fightback to force a draw in the second Test in Colombo.Sri Lanka were bowled out for 290 in their first innings after India declared on 503/9. India captain Shubman Gill then enforced the follow-on, hoping his bowlers could finish the job and seal another big win.But Sonal Dinusha had other plans.The Sri Lankan batter scored his third century of the two-match series and remained unbeaten on 133 as Sri Lanka reached 429/9 before the…

Households across Great Britain can now generate their own solar power using a standard three-pin wall socket, under new rules designed to cut energy bills and make clean electricity more accessible. The legal change, which came into force on 27 August 2026, allows people in England, Scotland and Wales to buy portable solar panel kits rated up to 800 watts and plug them directly into their home electricity supply without hiring an electrician. According to estimates from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, the devices can provide up to 20 per cent of an average home’s electricity use…