Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a nostalgic moment with former Australia captain Steve Waugh during a visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday, presenting him with a photograph from their first meeting more than two decades ago when Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Nepali security forces have intensified search and rescue operations across the flood-hit areas, using helicopters and ground teams to evacuate survivors and search through mud and debris.
The operation remains challenging as destroyed roads and bridges have cut off several remote communities, while hundreds of people are still missing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Raksha Bandhan with school children in New Delhi on Friday, sharing warm interactions marked by high-fives, blessings, and smiles.
The flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district have left a trail of destruction, damaging homes, roads and infrastructure and disrupting lives.
Nepal's devastating flash floods have created a worrisome flood situation in Bihar.
The death toll in the massive flash floods in Nepal on Thursday rose to 270, as authorities in Nepal race against time to find thousands of missing people, including 288 Indian tourists, in one of the country's worst disasters in recent years.
Scenes from the aftermath of Nepal's devastating flash flood, August 27, 2026. Drone images reveal mud-covered towns while Nepalese army rescue teams race to save stranded residents after the Bhotekoshi river outburst.
Raksha Bandhan takes on a different character as you travel across India.
Flash floods in Trishuli, Nuwakot district, Nepal, left homes buried in mud, survivors stranded, and rescue teams working tirelessly to recover victims. Drone views reveal the scale of devastation, with damaged houses, debris, and sacred sites submerged. Rescue teams, security forces, and government officials mobilized swiftly, while survivors await relief amid blocked roads and destroyed property.
The dupatta has officially met its match. Why spend half the evening pinning, pleating and desperately trying to keep a piece of fabric from slipping off your shoulder when you can simply throw on a cape and call it a day?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, devastating flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district, bordering Tibet, left 105 Indian tourists among nearly 400 people missing.
Cook up a Raksha Bandhan meal for your sis. Head into the kitchen and surprise her with a meal that will make her real khush.
Mahant Deependra Giri reached the Amarnath cave shrine on August 28, 2026, leading the Chhari Mubarak after a traditional journey through the Himalayas via Pahalgam, Chandanwari, Sheshnag, and Panchtarni, culminating in the final puja on Shravan Purnima.
The colourful food fight drew participants on August 26, while residents prepared homes ahead of the event.
Lionel Messi scored four goals, including a hat-trick, to lead Inter Miami to a dominant 7-1 victory over Montreal in Major League Soccer, ending their five-game winless streak and moving them to second in the Eastern Conference.
Aarushi Bajaj is all set to star in her first Hindi film, Don't Be Shy, produced by Alia Bhatt.
Chelsea made it two wins from two under Xavi Alonso, surviving Brighton's dramatic comeback to win 4-3 at Stamford Bridge and continue their high-scoring Premier League start.
Tennis legend Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, delivering an emotional speech where he declared he is 'still writing my love letter to tennis' and reflected on his illustrious career, which included 20 Grand Slam titles.
Bollywood stars take to social media to share heartwarming pictures and celebrate Raksha Bandhan with their beloved siblings.
Liverpool survived a Nottingham Forest scare with Victor Munoz's late equaliser, but Andoni Iraola remains without a Premier League win after two games in charge.
England moved to the brink of victory at Lord's as Dan Lawrence's unbeaten fifty extended their lead to 357, leaving Pakistan facing an almost impossible chase.
Juventus secured a 2-0 home win over Parma in Serie A, with goals from substitutes Nico Gonzalez and Teun Koopmeiners.
Pakistan's army chief held a series of engagements with Iranian leaders in Tehran as regional diplomacy remained in focus.
Manchester City secured their second consecutive Premier League win with a dominant 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace. Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland each scored twice, showcasing City's attacking prowess and maintaining their perfect start to the new season.
Indian cricket stars Shubman Gill and Sachin Tendulkar shared heartwarming messages and posts on Raksha Bandhan, celebrating their sibling bonds. Gill's sister, Shahneel, posted a playful message, while Tendulkar shared a heartfelt tribute to his sister.
England seized total control at Lord's after bowling Pakistan out for 110, building a 261-run lead as Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismantled their batting.
Several prominent Bollywood and television personalities, including Salman Khan, Bipasha Basu, Alia Bhatt, and Nia Sharma, celebrate Raksha Bandhan with industry colleagues, proving that strong sibling-like connections can form beyond biological ties.
England closed in on a first home Test series win for two years as Pakistan slumped to 53/3 at lunch on the fourth day of the second Test at Lord's on Sunday.
Every family has that one sister who has her life completely together, the one who falls in love with everything, the one who refuses to follow the rules and, of course, the one who believes more is always more.
'I've 'de-sold' myself to a few films.'
Aam Aadmi Party leader Gurpreet Singh alias Gopi was shot dead by four armed assailants in Ferozepur.
Nepal is reeling from devastating flash floods that have claimed over 600 lives and left more than 2,400 people missing. Rescuers are battling difficult conditions, including intermittent rainfall, to find survivors, while families desperately search for loved ones among lists of the injured and deceased. The widespread destruction has left towns and villages buried under mud, with infrastructure severely damaged.
Blazers have officially left the boardroom and entered party territory. The right one can be sharper than a dress, cooler than a co-ord and just dramatic enough to make an entrance.
This might lead to a further outburst, flooding downstream if left unchecked.
A photographer in Lucknow was robbed of expensive equipment after being lured to a fake birthday party assignment. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat has arrived in New York.
Sonal Dinusha scored a brilliant century while the tail wagged around him as Sri Lanka earned a draw on the final day of the second Test in Colombo on Thursday but India claim the series 1-0.
Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored an unbeaten 133, his second century of the match, to help the hosts salvage a draw against India in the second Test, denying them a series sweep.
Top Indian squash player Abhay Singh, ranked world no. 24, secured his 13th PSA Tour title by winning the Tuanku Muhriz Trophy in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. He defeated Hong Kong's Henry Leung in a thrilling five-game final, showcasing his dominance throughout the tournament.
Heavy rains lashed Delhi, triggering waterlogging and traffic disruptions across several parts of the national capital.
