The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has banned the use of plastic and metallised materials in pan masala packaging, mandating that manufacturers switch exclusively to plastic-free paper, paperboard, cellulose, tin, or glass containers.
The government has approved one billion polymer banknotes each of INR 10 and INR 20 for field trials, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed the Rajya Sabha. The RBI had proposed the notes for testing before regular issuance. Polymer notes are expected to circulate alongside paper banknotes, but the government said no exact launch timeline or cost can yet be determined.
At least four crew members were killed and four others wounded on Tuesday after Iranian-backed Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on a commercial vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, according to Yemeni maritime authorities.
Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a 19-year-old woman near Talasari, located on the outskirts of Mumbai. Authorities are actively searching for three additional suspects who remain at large.
Noida International Airport saw temporary waterlogging after heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi-NCR, with a video of the affected area circulating on social media. Congress targeted the government over the visuals, while airport authorities said rainwater had accumulated on a connecting road and was cleared within around 30 minutes. The incident has raised questions over drainage at the new airport.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stated on Tuesday that Iran’s resistance during its recent military conflict with the United States and Israel had demonstrated its power on the global stage and ultimately compelled Washington to seek negotiations.
Amid growing concerns from opposition parties, civil society groups, and minority organizations, the Union government is expected to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed scrutiny, according to government sources.
India on Tuesday firmly dismissed Beijing’s objections to New Delhi’s naming of geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh, reiterating that the northeastern state remains an "indelible and integral part" of the country.
Judicial authorities in Senegal have ordered 71 men to stand trial on charges of "unnatural acts" and criminal conspiracy, marking a key development in an ongoing nationwide crackdown on consensual same-s*x relations.
A 24-year-old man allegedly stabbed two people in Mumbra after they refused to give him INR 50 to buy cigarettes, police said. The incident occurred on August 5 on Amrut Nagar Darga Road. The accused, Fardam Ibrahim Mansuri, remains at large. Police have registered a case under Section 110 of the BNS and launched a search for the accused.
Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati issued a sharp appeal to students and Gen Z youth, urging them to distance themselves from the political maneuvers of both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition Congress.
A viral 44-second video purportedly shows a birthday celebration inside a Shatabdi Express coach, with some people appearing to be dressed as railway ticket-checking staff. The footage has raised questions over whether they were on duty. The Railways is investigating the video, while the identities, location, recording date and duty status of those seen remain unverified.
A fatal mudslide occurred at an underpass construction site near the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) bridge on Tuesday, killing one worker and leaving another trapped under deep soil and debris.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called on citizens across the country to actively participate in the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, encouraging families to hoist the national flag at their homes in the lead-up to India’s Independence Day on August 15.
President Droupadi Murmu has given her official assent to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, officially extending the same statutory penal protections to the National Song, Vande Mataram, as those previously reserved for the National Anthem, Jana Gana Mana. With the presidential approval, the legislation has now been enacted into law.
Bareilly Police have registered a case and detained a gym owner following a viral video showing an assault on a transgender individual, Salman alias Mannu Suri, in Rampur Garden. The violence erupted after a dispute over vehicle damage escalated. The victim alleged physical abuse, harassment, and an attempt on life by the group.
Dairy Queen’s classic Reese’s Peanut Butter Sundae is trending on social media as viral TikTok and Instagram videos showcase custom ordering hacks. Customers are reviving interest in the treat by adding extra hot fudge and layered toppings. The surge highlights how digital trends drive quick-service fast-food menu customization.
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will pass over Greenland, Iceland, Spain, and Portugal, with partial views across Europe and North America. The event occurs at night in India (9:02 PM to 1:28 AM IST on Aug 13), making it invisible locally. Space fans worldwide can watch live coverage streamed by NASA on its official platforms.
Julian Newman spoke out on August 6, 2026, after alleged explicit footage of his sister, Jaden Newman, surfaced online. In clips cited, Julian defended Jaden, claiming an ex-boyfriend leaked the clips. Jaden stated she was hacked. Outlets note nonconsensual leaks face strict federal legal penalties.
A viral video from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, shows two men appearing disoriented and struggling to stand on a roadside. Social media users linked their behaviour to a “zombie drug” and fentanyl, but the claims cannot be independently confirmed. The footage itself does not establish what caused their condition or whether they had consumed any specific drug.
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