The Long Read
Ferrari's first ever electric car sold for record $40m
The Luce's launch drew backlash from some commentators who said it broke from the brand's signature dramatic styling.
Delhi Police to register FIR over pellet injuries to youth during July 20 protest
Delhi Police will register an FIR regarding pellet injuries to Sahil Lochab during the July 20 protest following Rahul Gandhi's intervention.
Why are close to 1.08 crore voters staring at mass exclusion? | Decode Karnataka
1,07,96,415 crore, that is the number of voters facing possible exclusion from the Karnataka’s electoral rolls after being categorised as Absent, Shifted, Dead, Duplicate and Others (ASDDO), following the conclusion of enumeration phase on August 17. At close to1.08 crore, that i
Digitising Kannada: A work in progress
Explore the digital evolution of Kannada, highlighting challenges and advancements in language technology and cultural preservation.
CJP’s Saurav Das alleges ‘intimidation’ by Puducherry police; official rejects claim as false
CJP’s Saurav Das accuses Puducherry police of intimidation, while officials dismiss claims as routine security checks.
WorldAll world
Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as Russians feel growing impact of war
Drivers are waiting hours in fuel queues, as Moscow prepares to celebrate Russian Flag Day.
Cinema & Streaming
— reviews · box office · interviews
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‘Sowcar’ Janaki (1931-2026)
The veteran actor was known for countless performances in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films.
Sowcar Janaki’s Kannada cinema journey spanned generations and iconic stars
Sowcar Janaki, who passed away at 94 on August 21, 2026, starred in some prominent Kannada movies in her illustrious career as a multilingual actor
Sowcar Janaki’s twin passions: Beyond cinema, the veteran actor loved food and designing interiors
Sowcar Janaki’s life beyond cinema saw her explore her love for food, cooking, restaurants and interior decoration in Chennai.
PoliticsAll politics
Delhi Police to register FIR over pellet injuries to youth during July 20 protest
Delhi Police will register an FIR regarding pellet injuries to Sahil Lochab during the July 20 protest following Rahul Gandhi's intervention.
Local · BangaloreMore local
Our curated list of Onam sadyas in Bengaluru
Onam is right around the corner and if you are looking for your sadya fix in Bengaluru, we pick out five of our favourite restaurants to head to for the festival
₹9 crore cash seized from car going from Bengaluru to Tamil Nadu
The persons in the car didn’t have any record for the cash. The Income Tax Department is trying to identify the source of the cash and its destination.
SIR: How notices will be served and where voters will face hearings
Notices will be served to voters facing hearings, detailing the process, requirements, and potential deletions from the electoral roll.
Crime WatchAll cases
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Delhi Police to file FIR after Rahul Gandhi’s dharna over student’s complaint
This comes hours after Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi staged a dharna at Parliament Street Police Station | India News
Update21 Aug
Centre says rise in sugar prices cannot be attributed to ethanol
Sugar prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, increasing from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20, 2026, to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20. | India News
Probe21 Aug
Prajwal Revanna case: Key witness receives threat calls, court orders SIT probe, protection
The Bengaluru special court directed the SIT to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit a report before the next hearing | India News
Court21 Aug
2 killed, 1 injured in clash between student groups in Haryana's Rewari
The incident took place in Gokalpur village, where the three men were allegedly chased by a group. | 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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Delhi University announces rollout of first Four Year Undergraduate Programme batch for direct PhD pathway
DU rolled out its first batch of FYUP under the Undergraduate Curriculum Framework (UGCF) 2022, based on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. | India News
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In Pictures | Remembering Sowcar Janaki's remarkable journey in cinema
Veteran actor ‘Sowcar’ Janaki, known for countless performances in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films, passed away at a private hospital in Chennai on Friday. Here are some rare pictures of the star
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Veteran actor ‘Sowcar’ Janaki passes away at 94
Veteran actor Sankaramanchi Janaki, aka ‘Sowcar’ Janaki, known for countless performances in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films, passed away at a private hospital in Chennai on Friday