Delhi flood alert: In 63 years, Yamuna breached 207m only in four rainy seasons

The Yamuna River in Delhi has surged past the danger mark, displacing over 10,000 people across 28 locations. Water levels are expected to rise further, potentially breaching a 63-year high. Increased water discharge from Haryana’s Hathnikund barrage is exacerbating the situation, leading to traffic diversions and concerns about prolonged flooding in low-lying areas.

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Novak Djokovic creates Grand Slam history; maintains flawless US Open, Taylor Fritz records

Novak Djokovic secured his 14th US Open semi-final berth, overcoming Taylor Fritz in a four-set battle. The Serbian star’s victory extends his unblemished record against Fritz, fueling his pursuit of a 25th major title. Djokovic acknowledged the match’s intensity, praising Fritz’s aggressive play. Despite earlier struggles, Djokovic’s resilience shone through, equalling Jimmy Connors’ US Open…

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‘Slam your face and send you home’: US bantamweight MMA fighter blames Indians for lost tech jobs; cites memes

A former MMA fighter, Aaron Ely, frustrated by losing tech jobs to Indian workers, attended an ICE career expo in Texas. He expressed a desire to work with ICE to deport those he believes are taking American jobs. The expo, aiming to recruit 10,000 new officers, drew protesters who criticised ICE’s immigration enforcement policies.

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Heavy rains force school closures across Jammu Division and Delhi-NCR: Here are the latest updates

Widespread heavy rains and flooding have prompted authorities in Jammu Division, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddh Nagar to close all schools on September 3, affecting students from nursery to Class 12. The move aims to protect children amid landslides, flash floods, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions. Authorities have urged schools to hold online classes wherever possible and…

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Sheeba Chadha was surprised by the scale of Ranbir Kapoor-Sai Pallavi starrer ‘Ramayana: Part 1’: ‘I did not know…’

Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana: Part 1,’ slated for a 2026 Diwali release, is generating immense buzz. Sheeba Chadha, playing Manthara, expresses surprise at the project’s ambitious scale, despite her small role. Producer Namit Malhotra reveals the self-funded epic aims to be the world’s largest film, featuring a stellar cast including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash.

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Arjun Ashokan narrowly escapes on-set accident; scooter mishap during ‘Thalavara’ shoot – watch BTS

During the filming of ‘Thalavara,’ a behind-the-scenes video captured a scooter accident involving actor Arjun Ashokan, where he was hit and dragged, causing concern among fans. Fortunately, Ashokan escaped without serious injuries. Despite the mishap, ‘Thalavara,’ set in Palakkad and starring Ashokan as a young man with vitiligo, has been released and is receiving positive…

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Over 6,000 to benefit from Delhi’s new school nutrition drive; students lead the way: Here’s how

A newly launched school nutrition education programme in Delhi is set to benefit over 6,000 people, including 1,500 children. Implemented across six schools, it integrates food literacy into classrooms with games, toolkits, and teacher training. Students are being empowered as ambassadors of healthy living, driving a healthier future for their communities.

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