The Long Read
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.
'Gen Z' woman in viral Ladakh video breaks silence, says clip not correct
The woman, in the viral video, was seen arguing with security personnel at the Minimarg checkpoint, objecting to the alleged ‘behaviour’ with ‘tourists’. | India News
Cockroaches in kitchen, ‘unsafe’ food storage: FDA suspends food licences of more Mumbai eateries
FDA suspends food licenses of multiple Mumbai eateries for hygiene violations, including cockroaches and unsafe food storage practices.
‘Khalifa’ movie review: Prithviraj Sukumaran stars in a shoddily written old-school smuggling drama
Director Vysakh’s ‘Khalifa’, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, suffers from an outdated story and a flat narrative, with even a cameo from a superstar failing to make up for its shortcomings
CPI(M) holds Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary responsible for circular on student participation in Left parties’ protests
CPI(M) condemns Tamil Nadu's Chief Secretary for a circular restricting student protests, calling it a suppression of democratic rights.
WorldAll world
At least 15 killed in Kyiv as Ukraine grapples with air defence shortages
Apartment blocks and warehouses were targeted in the "massive attack" on Thursday, officials say.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
Cover Review★★★★½
‘Lucky’ series review: Anya Taylor-Joy keeps things stylishly moving
Anya Taylor-Joy and Annette Bening shine in a handsome Apple TV+ crime thriller about stolen money, family ties and dangerous double crosses
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal announces seven-film slate
Legendary Malayalam actor Mohanlal, who was last seen in his daughter’s acting debut ‘Thudakkam’, is set to work with seven prominent filmmakers
How Sainath Ganuwad’s self-funded Marathi short brings rebellion in the classroom
'Zadavar Korleli Gosht (A Story Carved on a Tree)’ recently won the Best Film award at the 16th edition of the Bengaluru International Short Film Festival. The filmmaker, Sainath Ganuwad, discusses infusing political ideas in the film, his emotional relationship with Ambedkar, an
PoliticsAll politics
Cockroaches in kitchen, ‘unsafe’ food storage: FDA suspends food licences of more Mumbai eateries
FDA suspends food licenses of multiple Mumbai eateries for hygiene violations, including cockroaches and unsafe food storage practices.
Local · BangaloreMore local
Botticelli’s Madonna and Child comes to Bengaluru
Botticelli’s Madonna and Child comes to Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Poor rains and sowing, festive demand drive up prices of vegetables
Bengaluru's vegetable prices soar due to poor rains, reduced sowing, and heightened festive demand ahead of upcoming celebrations.
Sharing circles launched in Bengaluru as part of Manotsava 2026
Sharing circles launched in Bengaluru as part of Manotsava 2026
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'Gen Z' woman in viral Ladakh video breaks silence, says clip not correct
The woman, in the viral video, was seen arguing with security personnel at the Minimarg checkpoint, objecting to the alleged ‘behaviour’ with ‘tourists’. | India News
Update20 Aug
10 injured as security forces stop Manipur protest over killing of 6 Nagas
The injured were taken to a hospital in Imphal as tension remains high in the Namdilong area between security forces and protesters. | India News
Probe20 Aug
'To what extent can English…': SC questions use of term ‘native’ in CBSE's three-language policy
Questioning the use of term 'native', Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the correct term should be ‘indigenous’ and the NEP 2020 framers should have been concious. | India News
Court20 Aug
‘Between Pakistan and US': CM Omar Abdullah on Pak summoning US diplomat over Sergio Gor's J&K remark
India's US ambassador Sergio Gor on Wednesday called J&K an “important part of India” and said Washington would reconsider its travel advisory for the UT. | India News
Awards & Honours
— recognising the people behind the year's quieter wins★
Honour‘Slow Horses’ Actor Jack Lowden Unpacks River Cartwright and Why Pride Gets in His Way
"Slow Horses" actor Jack Lowden on playing River Cartwright and why pride gets in his way, and why River is a "sad bunny."
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HonourEmmys: A Breakdown of the Music Nominees From Lady Gaga’s ‘Dead Dance’ to Hans Zimmer’s Race for His First Win
Emmys: A Breakdown of the Music Nominees from Hans Zimmer to Kris Bowers and Lady Gaga.
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HonourNominated TV Producers Shed Light on Network Notes and Industry Changes at Variety’s Showrunners Breakfast; Ryan Murphy Emotionally Accepts Norman Lear Award
Variety's annual Showrunners Breakfast was held last Friday, bringing together top showrunners and awarding Ryan Murphy with the Norman Lear Award.
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Honour‘The Pitt,’ ‘Hacks’ and ‘Beef’ Among Astra TV Awards Winners
"The Pitt," "Hacks" and "Beef" were the big winners at the 2026 Astra TV Awards.
Health & WellbeingAll health
'I'd love a normal life, but being a 17-year-old carer means sacrifices'
Young carers face huge disadvantages growing up - one teenager explains what life is like.
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Politics
Farmers welcome CM’s stand on water sharing
Farmers applaud Tamil Nadu CM's commitment to fair inter-State water sharing and urge legal action on ongoing disputes.
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Crime
WhatsApp reveal, influencer sister's plea: Chilling details in Lucknow double murder-suicide
The deceased ICICI staffer was the sister of famous YouTuber Pragya Mishra, whose channel – Ulta Chashma UC – has over 8.5 million followers. | India News
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Cinema
Manoj Bajpayee to play Gandhi in Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming film
Manoj Bajpayee will be seen playing the role of Mohandas Gandhi in Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming directorial, it was announced on Thursday (August 20, 2026).
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Sports
Which supplements do athletes take and why?
There is a long list of supplements taken by elite athletes in the pursuit of marginal gains - what do they take and why?