VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html ‘Awarapan 2’ vs ‘Batwara 1947’ Independence Day box office clash: Emraan Hashmi’s film races ahead of the Sunny Deol starrer in advance bookings, collects Rs 2.05 crore How to hide a president in plain sight: Trump’s catering caper had a Clinton precedent Farmer’s Almanac predicts a cold, snowy Wyoming winter, but one meteorologist calls long-range August forecasts ‘voodoo magic’ Around 86,800 people are still affected by the floods in Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon and Sivasagar. NEW DELHI: The flood situation in Assam showed signs of improvement on Wednesday, with the number of people affected falling to around 87,000 across four districts. However, the death toll from this year’s floods rose to 103 after two more people died in the past 24 hours.The latest figures from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority showed that one person drowned in Sivasagar and another in Karbi Anglong.Around 86,800 people are still affected by the floods in Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon and Sivasagar. Golaghat remains the worst-hit district, with more than 42,000 people affected. Nagaon has around 20,000 affected residents, while Sivasagar has about 15,000.The situation has nevertheless improved compared with Tuesday, when nearly 1.13 lakh people were affected across the four districts.Authorities are continuing relief operations in the affected areas. A total of 79 relief camps and distribution centres are currently operating across five districts, providing assistance to 13,011 people.Over the past 24 hours, relief agencies distributed nearly 96.55 quintals of rice, 18.26 quintals of dal, 5.41 quintals of salt and more than 204 litres of mustard oil among flood-affected families.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDespite the improvement, the floods continue to damage homes, farmland and infrastructure.According to ASDMA, 433 villages remain underwater, while more than 10,884 hectares of crop land have been damaged across the state.Floodwaters have also damaged embankments, roads, bridges and other infrastructure in several districts.The Dhansiri River at Numaligarh continues to flow above the danger mark, adding to concerns in the affected areas.The floods have also affected livestock. More than 32,900 domestic animals and poultry have been impacted across Assam.While the overall number of people affected has declined, the rising death toll and continuing damage to villages, farmland and infrastructure show that the flood crisis is far from over.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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China said Wednesday that the situation along the India-China border was “generally stable at the moment”, while declining to confirm reports of increased Chinese military activity in disputed areas near Arunachal Pradesh.Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a regular press briefing in Beijing in response to questions about videos circulating on Indian social media that purportedly showed heightened Chinese military activity along the border.Guo said China and India had held the 36th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on Border Affairs the previous week. He said both sides had agreed to maintain communication through diplomatic and military channels and work together to preserve peace and tranquillity along the border.The comments came a day after India reiterated that its border with China remained a matter of serious concern and that maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control was essential to the broader relationship between the two countries.The Chinese response also came amid reports of heightened military activity by Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Subansiri region. Beijing claims Arunachal Pradesh as part of what it calls “South Tibet”, a claim consistently rejected by New Delhi.India had separately pushed back against China’s objections to New Delhi formally identifying 27 locations and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh by their standard Indian names. The Ministry of External Affairs said the state was an “inalienable and integral” part of India and that nothing could change that reality.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe latest exchanges come as India and China continue efforts to stabilise ties that deteriorated sharply after the 2020 Galwan Valley clashes and a prolonged military standoff along the border.The two countries reached a disengagement agreement covering the remaining friction points at Depsang and Demchok in October 2024.Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping subsequently held talks in Kazan, followed by further diplomatic efforts aimed at improving bilateral relations.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled Out123PhotostoriesPreity Zinta goes full royalcore in an Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ promotionsTaking multiple supplements every day? 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Viral AI posters fuel live-action movie adaptation rumours In 1922, Olaus Murie entered Alaska to study caribou, helping change how scientists understood wildlife and ecosystems ‘Acting like goondas’: CJP’s Saurav Das claims Pondicherry Police ‘harassed’ kin, claims Centre link 3 aides were allowed with Trump when he wasmoved into a catering truck during Turkey emergency Kangana Ranaut hits out at Rahul Gandhi over Parliament deadlock NEW DELHI: BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi over the continuing stalemate in Parliament, accusing him of making a “mockery” of the House and the country while refusing the government’s offer for a debate on the students’ protest.Ranaut alleged that Gandhi was demanding a statement from Union home minister Amit Shah over the police action against protesters, while simultaneously saying the opposition would not listen to him.”I feel he is making a mockery of the country. He constantly ridicules the nation; for him, everything is a joke. This is the first time I am seeing Parliament being made such a mockery of. In the same breath, he says, ‘We want an answer from Amit Shah ji–asking whether or not he did such-and-such to the students–while simultaneously declaring, ‘We are not here to listen to him’. He has no sense of shame or propriety left,” news agency ANI quoted Ranaut saying.”The whole world is watching and wondering what kind of person this is. The way he is venting his frustration and insulting Parliament and, by extension, the entire nation and its citizens convinces me, as someone observing his role as leader of the opposition, that this will be his final term,” she added.Ranaut, who represents Mandi in the Lok Sabha, also attacked Gandhi over his political record, saying the Congress under his leadership had “lost a hundred elections” and claiming that he would not retain the leader of opposition post in the future.”He is demanding the resignation of the Prime Minister–a democratically elected leader who has secured a massive mandate for a third consecutive term. He seems to think that no one else in this country should even exist but him. Then there are his other actions–colluding with figures like Soros or international forces to tear the country apart and leave it in ruins. Ultimately, it doesn’t matter whose resignation he demands or what he wants, because the public simply doesn’t care about him,” she said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe BJP MP’s remarks came amid a continuing face-off between the government and the opposition over the July 20 student protests in Delhi. Opposition parties have been demanding a statement from Amit Shah over the alleged police action against protesters, leading to repeated adjournments. The Monsoon Session is set to end on Thursday.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled Out123PhotostoriesPreity Zinta goes full royalcore in an Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ promotionsTaking multiple supplements every day? 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Then more than 20 rattlesnakes emerged from beneath the house Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Chennai: The Union govt on Wednesday informed Lok Sabha that security assessments are conducted periodically at all nuclear power plant sites by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) and “external govt agencies.”In a written reply to Congress MP Manickam Tagore, minister of state in the Prime Minister’s Office Jitendra Singh said the plants also conduct internal security assessments. “The observations made are reviewed, monitored and necessary upgrades are carried out for compliance,” he said.Tagore had sought details of third-party security audits at nuclear plants, including Kudankulam, and measures to counter threats from drones, cyberattacks and sabotage. He asked whether any foreign or suspected state-sponsored cyberattack attempts had been detected during the past three years.The National Alliance of Anti-nuclear Movements urged the Union govt recently to constitute a commission of inquiry to investigate the alleged leak of files related to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. The statement comes in the wake of a ransomware group reportedly publishing hundreds of files linked to the Kudankulam plant which are said to be highly sensitive.The govt did not directly disclose whether any such foreign or state-sponsored attempts had been detected. It said cybersecurity at nuclear installations was accorded the “highest priority”, with continuous monitoring and surveillance mechanisms in place. Preventive measures include access controls, regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, incident-response mechanisms and capacity-building programmes. It cited CERT-in’s (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) role in issuing alerts and advisories, coordinating responses to cyber incidents and operating the National Cyber Coordination Centre.On physical security, Singh said nuclear power plants were equipped with perimeter intrusion-detection systems, access controls, CCTV surveillance and X-ray baggage inspection facilities. The AERB conducts regulatory inspections covering nuclear security.Singh said regulatory-approved emergency preparedness plans were in place at every nuclear power plant, including Kudankulam. Exercises involving local administration, security agencies and plant authorities are conducted periodically, and feedback is used to revise and strengthen preparedness plans.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesTabletop, Integrated Command, Control and Response (ICCR) exercises are held once every two years. Mock exercises are organised according to the National Disaster Management Authority’s schedule. An ICCR exercise was conducted at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant on April 15, 2025.The govt said all other nuclear power plant sites had conducted their latest ICCR exercises since Sept 2024. At Kalpakkam, an off-site emergency exercise involving the district administration, was conducted on July 17, 2026, with an initiating event from the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorJulie MariappanJulie Mariappan is a seasoned journalist with 20+ years of experience, currently serving as the Editor (Policy & Politics). Her expertise spans water resources, civic administration, transport, environment, and urban development, with a particular focus on the dynamic political landscape of Tamil Nadu. She offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the region’s political intricacies with her in-depth coverage.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition DemandDelhi CM Fumes, Rekha Gupta Slams AAP MLA Over Viral Video; Eight AAP MLAs Marshalled Out123Photostories10 beautiful baby girl names that symbolise graceOptical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals your hidden personality type10 classic, smokey and flavourful tikkas perfect for evening snacking5 everyday phone habits that may be damaging your relationship without you noticingThe science behind coriander leaves turning black in the refrigerator and 4 easy hacks to keep them fresh for long8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powderThe quiet side of Sundar Pichai: 7 things about the Google CEO that have little to do with GoogleInside Jannat Zubair’s opulent Mumbai home: From massive living room, royal interiors and more7 giant dog breeds that are gentle and friendly with kids10 simple ways to leave your comfort zone without disrupting your life and enjoy it more123Hot PicksInternational Youth DayMHT-CET CAP round seat allotmentSlovenia Indian embassyJharkhand protestN ChandrasekaranNEET PG 2026 city slipIran warSBI Clerk RecruitmentUP scholarshipTop TrendingChennai AirportNagpur Rape CaseAir India Phuket-Delhi FlightMumbai Kurla LandslideBengaluru Missing TechieSpiceJet FlightTelangana AccidentAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani Updated: Aug 12, 2026, 19:52 IST When Sara Ali Khan spoke about growing up with a singe mother after Amrita Singh, Saif Ali Khan’s divorce: ‘At a very early age I realised that koi aapke liye kuch karne nai wala hai’ – EXCLUSIVE She quit her ₹1 lakh/month tax law job for a ₹10,000 gig. 3 years later, she earns twice as much Daily Numerology, August 12:, 2026 Mulank 8 faces a payslip discrepancy! Why checking old statements & written proof solves financial loss ‘Behind The White Tower’ director’s cause of death revealed Indian visa holder shares gruelling 30-minute interview at Hyderabad consulate Chinese manjha is generally made using synthetic or plastic material. NEW DELHI: Delhi Police has found a rather unusual way to join the viral ‘kuchu-puchu’ Gen Z trend, using internet humour to deliver a serious warning about kite-flying strings.In a recent social media post, the police urged residents to enjoy kite flying but stay away from banned Chinese manjha and plastic-coated strings, which can cause serious injuries to people and animals.“Dear Kuchu Puchu, Patang Udao but Say NO to Chinese Manjha, Samjhe?” the police wrote, giving its usual safety messaging a more playful, social media-friendly tone.The message comes as authorities step up action against the banned string in Delhi. The Crime Branch recently seized more than 1,300 rolls of Chinese manjha during an enforcement operation. In a separate action, Central Delhi Police recovered around 120 rolls.The post quickly drew reactions online, with some users poking fun at the police for adopting the language of Gen Z.“Gen-Z mode of Delhi Police”, “They are updating”, some comments read. Behind the light-hearted presentation, however, is a serious safety concern.Chinese manjha is generally made using synthetic or plastic material and can be coated with abrasive substances. Because of its sharpness, it can cause deep cuts and injuries. It can also become particularly dangerous for birds, which can get caught in the string while flying. There have already been fatal consequences in Delhi.Recently, a 32-year-old man travelling to Mundka for business suffered a cut to his neck after coming into contact with Chinese manjha in southwest Delhi’s Uttam Nagar.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIn another tragic incident in 2023, a seven-year-old girl died after being injured by Chinese manjha while travelling with her father on a scooter in west Delhi’s Paschim Vihar.The police’s latest post therefore carries a straightforward message beneath all the social media humour. People can continue flying kites and enjoying the activity, but using banned synthetic strings can put lives at risk.The campaign also reflects a broader change in the way police departments communicate with the public, with serious safety warnings increasingly being delivered through the language, trends and humour that dominate social media.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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Why verifying files & logins protects your data today In 1998, Nasa sent a rose into space and discovered that microgravity could change its scent When did AOC break up with long-term partner Riley Roberts? Ocasio-Cortez stopped wearing her engagement ring over 18 months ago West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a fresh investigation into a doctor’s 2024 rape and murder NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday ordered action against social media making unsavoury comment against Subhash Chandra Bose.While talking to reporters, Suvendu said, “Those making derogatory remarks against Netaji on social media should immediately delete posts and issue apology,””I have asked police to arrest those making unsavoury comments on Netaji. Law will be equal for MLAs, MPs, and government officials,” he added.Adhikari also directed all MLAs to set up public service centres in their respective constituencies and name them after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.The chief minister’s direction to the police came days after BJP MP Nagendranath Roy, popularly known as Ananta Maharaj, described Netaji as a “war criminal” and questioned his leadership and the role of the Azad Hind Fauj in India’s freedom struggle.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesAdhikari further said the state will assist Rs 30,000 per month to run the centres, subject to certain conditions.The centres will have to bear Netaji’s name and display a portrait of Bose in traditional dhoti and kurta, which will be supplied by the state Information and Cultural Affairs Department, the chief minister said.”Earlier, MLAs in our state used to work from government offices. Now almost every MLA has their own office. Every constituency must have a service centre run by the MLA. Through these centres, they will provide services to the people of their areas. Everyone will receive services, whether they voted for them or not. These service centres will be called Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Seva Kendra,” Adhikari said.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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