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Aug 30, 2026
He boarded a flight to celebrate his birthday - and then saw who was waiting for him on the plane
Lifestyle

He boarded a flight to celebrate his birthday - and then saw who was waiting for him on the plane

An Indian father who boarded an Indigo flight did not suspect that his daughter was part of the flight attendant crew. When he realized this, he could not contain his excitement. Watch the moment that moved millions.

Teacher slapped a 6-year-old boy — shortly after, he collapsed and died
World

Teacher slapped a 6-year-old boy — shortly after, he collapsed and died

A six-year-old boy collapsed and died at a private school in India shortly after a teacher was recorded slapping him in the face. Police have opened an investigation, though a causal link between the incident and his death has not yet been established.

Aug 26, 2026
Due to a YouTube challenge: two children disappeared from home
World

Due to a YouTube challenge: two children disappeared from home

An 11-year-old and a 7-year-old from India secretly left their home after watching "Secret House" videos in which participants hide for 24 hours. About two hours later, they were located safe and sound and returned to their families.

14:10Walla
"The Israeli Drug King of Goa" has disappeared from Indian authorities again
World

"The Israeli Drug King of Goa" has disappeared from Indian authorities again

Yaniv Benaim, nicknamed "Atala", who was at the center of a drug affair that shook Goa in 2010, did not appear for a hearing in a new case against him after being released on bail. Indian authorities have declared him a fugitive, issued an arrest warrant and a border alert - 16 years after he first disappeared from Goa and was extradited from Peru.

Car covered in 3,400 lipstick kisses as part of a viral trend - driver fined
Local News

Car covered in 3,400 lipstick kisses as part of a viral trend - driver fined

The girlfriend of a young man from India spent 3.5 hours imprinting thousands of lipstick kisses on his car. Traffic police tracked the vehicle via social media and fined the owner. He was allowed to drive only after the marks were removed and the car was washed.

Aug 25, 2026
09:56N12
Report: Chinese President may visit India for the first time in years
World

Report: Chinese President may visit India for the first time in years

Indian sources told Reuters that the visit is in advanced stages of coordination. President Xi may arrive at the head of a 400-person delegation for the BRICS summit in New Delhi, signaling a potential turning point in bilateral relations.

Aug 24, 2026
School principal in India suspended after being filmed swimming with female students
World

School principal in India suspended after being filmed swimming with female students

The principal took over 150 students on a trip to the Bhadaj dam, located about 2 km from the school. From the group, about 20 to 25 female students entered the water in the reservoir alongside the principal. Documentation of the event went viral and led to calls to fire the educator.

India: Sugar prices jumped by 40% before the holiday season, the government took emergency measures
Markets

India: Sugar prices jumped by 40% before the holiday season, the government took emergency measures

India has sufficient sugar stocks to meet demand during the holiday season, and the price surge is due to speculative buying rather than an actual supply shortage. The government has permitted the duty-free import of one million tons of raw sugar.

Aug 22, 2026
Shocking: Teacher slapped a 6-year-old boy who failed to do homework — child collapsed and died
Crime

Shocking: Teacher slapped a 6-year-old boy who failed to do homework — child collapsed and died

A classroom security camera captured a teacher slapping a 6-year-old boy for failing to complete his homework. Shortly after, the child collapsed and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The family claims the boy was healthy and is demanding accountability for his death.

50-year-old woman killed after being trapped in an elevator that moved while the door was open
World

50-year-old woman killed after being trapped in an elevator that moved while the door was open

A 50-year-old woman died in Ongole, India, after being trapped in an elevator that suddenly began to descend while its doors were still open. While her daughter and grandson managed to exit safely, the woman sustained critical injuries and later succumbed to them in the hospital.

Aug 21, 2026
Because of an iPhone: 18-year-old threatened to commit suicide — and fell into an abyss with his parents
World

Because of an iPhone: 18-year-old threatened to commit suicide — and fell into an abyss with his parents

An 18-year-old named Kunal climbed a cliff and threatened to commit suicide following an argument over payments for an iPhone he purchased. For about three hours, his parents and residents tried to convince him to come down, but when the father lunged at his son to pull him from the edge, they both fell. The mother jumped immediately after them.

Rare collection of Mahatma Gandhi manuscripts sold for $1.69 million
Culture

Rare collection of Mahatma Gandhi manuscripts sold for $1.69 million

A rare collection of 688 handwritten notes by Mahatma Gandhi was sold at an auction in Mumbai for $1.69 million. The documents, dating from 1944 to 1946, provide an intimate look at the personal life and philosophy of India's independence leader.

Aug 20, 2026
Robbed and brutally stabbed: two students suspected of murdering school principal
Crime

Robbed and brutally stabbed: two students suspected of murdering school principal

Two 15-year-old youths were arrested in India on suspicion of stabbing a 35-year-old principal to death during a robbery that went wrong at her home. In her final moments, she whispered "Babu" to her aunt during a phone call — a common term of endearment for a student — thereby leading police to advance the investigation and arrest the boys.

21:00Globes
The power struggle shaking one of the world's largest corporations
Markets

The power struggle shaking one of the world's largest corporations

After nearly a decade, the chairman of the Tata Group has announced he will step down amid power struggles at the top. The battle over his successor comes as the group faces difficulties at Air India and turmoil in its technology business. The companies within the Indian business empire are worth a combined total of approximately $320 billion.

09:42Maariv
India puts a brake on Israel: "We are friends, but not vassals"
World

India puts a brake on Israel: "We are friends, but not vassals"

Indian Major General (Ret.) Gagan Deep Bakshi has issued a sharp critique of Israel, stating that New Delhi will not sacrifice its interests regarding Iran. He also expressed concern over the formation of a "Sunni NATO" and the nuclear arsenal of Pakistan.

Aug 19, 2026
Students complained they drank urine, the principal responded: 'Have some chocolate'
World

Students complained they drank urine, the principal responded: 'Have some chocolate'

A scandal at a government primary school in India: a fifth-grade student is suspected of mixing urine into the water of two students and causing them to drink it. When they approached the principal, he allegedly told them to eat chocolate to get rid of the bad taste. Angry parents locked the school gates. Authorities have opened an investigation and the principal has been required to provide...

07:41Walla
Organization targeting IDF soldiers abroad files another complaint in India
World

Organization targeting IDF soldiers abroad files another complaint in India

The Hind Rajab Foundation claims an Israeli currently traveling in India was involved in the destruction of civilian property in the Khan Yunis area. Exceptionally, the organization did not release the soldier's name or unit. This is the second such complaint filed in India in less than three months.

Aug 18, 2026
Two Tragedies in India: Motorcyclists Killed by Kite Strings
Crime

Two Tragedies in India: Motorcyclists Killed by Kite Strings

Two young men were fatally injured in the neck while riding motorcycles in the Delhi area during Independence Day celebrations. The incidents involved 'Manjha,' a sharp kite string, the synthetic versions of which are prohibited. Police have launched a crackdown, seizing hundreds of spools and arresting suspects.

Aug 17, 2026
Rat in the freezer: footage from an Indian supermarket sparks outrage
Crime

Rat in the freezer: footage from an Indian supermarket sparks outrage

Young customers at a Blinkit branch in Kalyan filmed a rodent near packaged products. The incident follows a series of sanitary inspections at quick-delivery facilities that resulted in license suspensions and corrective orders.

Aug 16, 2026
The 'Cockroach' Protest in India: 500,000 Candidates for 583 Positions
Career

The 'Cockroach' Protest in India: 500,000 Candidates for 583 Positions

Mass youth protests in New Delhi have highlighted the severe labor market crisis in India. With youth unemployment at 16%, university graduates are struggling to find work that matches their educational qualifications.

Aug 15, 2026
21:08Now14
Strategic partner: Jerusalem marks India's Independence Day
World

Strategic partner: Jerusalem marks India's Independence Day

The Jerusalem Municipality illuminated the Chords Bridge with the flags of Israel and India to mark 79 years of Indian independence, highlighting the strategic bond between the two nations.

Aug 14, 2026
Pressed the gas instead of the brake during a driving practice — and drowned
Crime

Pressed the gas instead of the brake during a driving practice — and drowned

A 42-year-old woman died in India after losing control of her vehicle and plunging into a lake about 3.5 meters deep. The driver, who was practicing driving without supervision ahead of her licensing test, was extracted from the submerged vehicle after a complex operation; her death was pronounced at the hospital.

44-year-old women discovered they are sisters — after years of feeling an "inexplicable connection"
Society

44-year-old women discovered they are sisters — after years of feeling an "inexplicable connection"

A moving end to decades of wondering: Mina and Minal were abandoned as infants in India, adopted by different families in the Netherlands, met by chance as teenagers, and then lost touch. A recent genetic test they conducted reunited them and proved what the heart had always felt.

Confused the pedals? Woman dies after driving car into a lake during practice
Crime

Confused the pedals? Woman dies after driving car into a lake during practice

A 42-year-old woman in India died during a complex rescue operation after driving alone to practice for her license test. Investigators suspect she panicked and accidentally pressed the gas pedal instead of the brake.

Aug 9, 2026
21:55ICE
Unprecedented wealth: The 5 leading powers by number of billionaires
Markets

Unprecedented wealth: The 5 leading powers by number of billionaires

A massive wave of global wealth growth highlights the economic powers dominating the market. The USA remains at the top, while other nations showcase distinct models of capital accumulation.

21:55ICE
Bad news for travelers: The popular Indian village closes its gates to tourists
Travel

Bad news for travelers: The popular Indian village closes its gates to tourists

After the village of Swala became the star of numerous social media videos, authorities decided to put an end to the rumors. The move comes in response to the village becoming a "hot trend" among influencers and content creators hunting for supernatural phenomena.

Is artificial intelligence killing the job market? Not according to this study
AI

Is artificial intelligence killing the job market? Not according to this study

A large-scale study by Nomura Holdings indicates that AI creates more jobs than it eliminates. Despite concerns, the number of new positions generated in the early stages of the AI revolution exceeds the number of jobs lost.

Drama in India: Plane dived 100 meters, pilot failed drug test
Travel

Drama in India: Plane dived 100 meters, pilot failed drug test

An Air India captain will undergo further testing after the aircraft he was piloting during a flight from Phuket suddenly lost altitude. The Indian aviation authority has classified the event as a "serious incident."

Aug 7, 2026
17:35N12
Arms and munitions: The country that supplied Israel with 2,500 shipments during the war
Security

Arms and munitions: The country that supplied Israel with 2,500 shipments during the war

A new Amnesty International report reveals that since October 7, thousands of arms shipments have been transferred to Israel from India. Behind this flow are defense industries that have transferred knowledge and production to the subcontinent in recent years, thereby turning one of their largest clients into part of the supply chain.

Aug 6, 2026
Without an orthopedist or cast: unusual treatment for a broken leg in India
Crime

Without an orthopedist or cast: unusual treatment for a broken leg in India

A young man injured in a motorcycle accident was treated with makeshift materials, sparking a social media outcry. While the hospital claims this is standard emergency practice, authorities have launched an investigation.

Aug 5, 2026
15:14Now14
No insurance, no fuel: India considers an unusual measure
World

No insurance, no fuel: India considers an unusual measure

The Supreme Court of India has recommended a pilot program that would prevent vehicles without valid third-party insurance from refueling at gas stations. The initiative aims to improve enforcement and reduce the number of uninsured vehicles on the road.

Aug 4, 2026
20:35Ynet
Indian vessel attacked near Yemen, capsized and sank
Security

Indian vessel attacked near Yemen, capsized and sank

India is in the crosshairs: the vessel MSV Faize Noore Oliya was hit while sailing in the Red Sea. All 14 crew members, mostly Indian nationals, were rescued by the Yemeni Coast Guard. New Delhi's Minister of Shipping condemned the incident as an "unjustified attack on an undefended vessel."

19:59Now14
Indian ship sinks off the coast of Yemen following attack
Security

Indian ship sinks off the coast of Yemen following attack

The Indian cargo ship "Faizi Nuri Aulia" sank on Tuesday after being struck by an attacking vessel 13 nautical miles south of the Houthi-controlled city of Al-Hodeidah. All 14 crew members were rescued by the Yemeni Coast Guard.

17:27Now14
He asked for a phone to study — and spent 42,000 rupees on a game
Gadgets & Software

He asked for a phone to study — and spent 42,000 rupees on a game

An 8th-grade student in India used his father’s phone, but instead of studying, he made purchases in the online game Roblox totaling about 42,000 rupees. His family sought help online after claiming that the money, intended for loan repayment and tuition, disappeared due to these transactions.

Asian Markets Decline Amid Partial Oil Price Recovery
Markets

Asian Markets Decline Amid Partial Oil Price Recovery

Asian indices are trading lower: the Nikkei is down 0.7%, while the Hang Seng and KOSPI have fallen by 0.5%. Following yesterday's sharp decline, oil prices are showing a partial recovery, with Brent crude rising 1.3% to $84.9 per barrel.

Aug 3, 2026
Panic in India: Leopard breaks into home, grabs woman by the head, and vanishes into the forest
Animals

Panic in India: Leopard breaks into home, grabs woman by the head, and vanishes into the forest

A fatal incident occurred early Sunday in a village near Kanha National Park. A leopard entered a hut while the woman was sleeping, grabbed her by the head, and dragged her into the forest. Authorities have announced increased patrols following a rise in predator incursions into residential areas.

05:42Globes
2,500 Arms Shipments: Report Reveals Unknown Side of Israel-India Relations
Security

2,500 Arms Shipments: Report Reveals Unknown Side of Israel-India Relations

A new Amnesty International report reveals that between October 2023 and November 2025, at least 2,596 shipments of weapons, ammunition, and components were transferred from India to Israel.

Aug 2, 2026
Indian Farmer Catches Crocodile in Field and Carries It to Police Station
Crime

Indian Farmer Catches Crocodile in Field and Carries It to Police Station

A farmer in the Indian state of Bihar captured a 1.5-meter-long crocodile in a rice field and, finding the local forest department office empty, carried the reptile on his shoulders to a police station.

Jul 28, 2026
'Dad killed Mom': 5-year-old boy exposed the murder of his pregnant mother
Crime

'Dad killed Mom': 5-year-old boy exposed the murder of his pregnant mother

Tragedy in India: A man was arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife, who was in her eighth month of pregnancy, following an argument over alcohol. The suspect attempted to mislead police, but his 5-year-old son contradicted his account.

Soya batter with a half-naked worker: The video causing a stir in India
Crime

Soya batter with a half-naked worker: The video causing a stir in India

In footage that has gone viral, a worker is seen being dragged inside a huge vat with 'soya chaap' batter while half-naked, alongside raw materials placed on the floor. While authorities have launched an official investigation to check the location and date of the filming, food experts warn of severe contamination and the industry is trying to calm the situation.

Jul 27, 2026
14:03N12
"The Cockroach Protest" in India: Modi's efforts to appease the masses and the threat to his rule
World

"The Cockroach Protest" in India: Modi's efforts to appease the masses and the threat to his rule

Massive protests by young Indians have led to unusual concessions from the Indian Prime Minister, cracking his image as a leader immune to public pressure.

Jul 25, 2026
14:14Ynet
"Cockroach protest" in India: Education Minister resigns following mass demonstrations
World

"Cockroach protest" in India: Education Minister resigns following mass demonstrations

Large-scale protests in India, led by the satirical "People's Cockroach Party," have achieved a major victory as Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The movement was sparked by a massive exam leak scandal that affected two million students and led to several suicides.

Jul 24, 2026
A dispute over a sari: A woman is suspected of murdering her husband with a pressure cooker
Crime

A dispute over a sari: A woman is suspected of murdering her husband with a pressure cooker

According to the investigation, the 30-year-old woman attacked her bedridden husband and then strangled him following an argument. Their 7-year-old son provided information that helped investigators. The court has extended her detention.

The Aftermath of the War with Iran: A Surprising Shortage in India
Consumer

The Aftermath of the War with Iran: A Surprising Shortage in India

The war between the USA and Iran has led to a shortage of aluminum cans and a price hike of over 10% for Diet Coke in India. The phenomenon has sparked an unprecedented trend in the country: exclusive "Diet Coke parties" at local clubs.

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