
<p><strong>Voter Adhikar Yatra</strong>: The opposition&#8217;s &#8216;Voter Rights Yatra&#8217; will commence in Bihar on 17 August, led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Starting from Sasaram, the journey will include Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav, and other prominent leaders of the Mahagathbandhan. This 16-day-long journey across Bihar will cover over 20 districts and approximately 50 assembly constituencies, covering a distance of around 1300 kilometres. The yatra will culminate in a large Mahagathbandhan rally at Gandhi Maidan in Patna on 1 September.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meeting Preparations Complete at Suara Airport</h2>



<p>Rahul Gandhi will depart from Delhi at 11:05 AM today for Sasaram. His helicopter will land at SP Jain College ground in Sasaram. He will then proceed by road to Suara Airport. A public meeting will be held at Suara Airport from 12 PM to 2 PM. In addition to Rahul Gandhi, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge, Tejashwi Yadav, and other senior leaders of the Mahagathbandhan will be present. The Mahagathbandhan&#8217;s Voter Adhikar Yatra will pass through 23 districts, covering approximately 50 assembly seats. Through this journey, the Mahagathbandhan leaders will connect with Bihar&#8217;s 14 crore people.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">17 August Programme</h2>



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<td>10:30 AM</td>
<td>Rahul Gandhi will arrive in Gaya by special aircraft.</td>
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<td>11:05 AM</td>
<td>He will travel from Gaya to SP Jain College, Sasaram by helicopter.</td>
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<td>12:00 PM to 2:00 PM</td>
<td>Flag-off and address by Rahul Gandhi and Mahagathbandhan leaders.</td>
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<td>4:30 PM</td>
<td>Commencement of the Yatra from Ambedkar Chowk, Dehri-on-Sone.</td>
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<td>7:30 PM</td>
<td>Meeting at Ramesh Chowk, Aurangabad.</td>
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<td>Night</td>
<td>All leaders will stay overnight at Bambhandih Sports Ground, Aurangabad.</td>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">18 August Programme</h2>



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<td>8:00 AM</td>
<td>The Yatra will resume from Amba-Kutumba.</td>
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<td>9:30 AM</td>
<td>Visit to the Surya Mandir (Sun Temple).</td>
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<td>Lunch for all leaders in Guraru (Gaya).</td>
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<td>6:30 PM</td>
<td>Public meeting at Khalis Park Chowk, Gaya.</td>
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<td>Night</td>
<td>Rahul Gandhi will stay overnight at Rasalpur Cricket Ground.</td>
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<p>A horrific road accident occurred on Tuesday near Pimpalgaon village on the Chiplun-Karad highway in Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. Five people died on the spot in the accident. A speeding Thar car collided head-on with an auto-rickshaw with such force that the rickshaw was destroyed. Four people in the rickshaw died, along with the driver of the Thar car.</p>



<p>According to eyewitnesses, the Haryana-registered Thar car was travelling at a high speed and the driver suddenly lost control, resulting in the collision with the oncoming auto-rickshaw. The Thar car also subsequently collided with a truck. All five deceased were men, four of whom are reported to be from the Pimpalgaon Nurani neighbourhood. Among the deceased is a two-and-a-half-year-old child.</p>



<p>Upon receiving information about the incident, the DySP and Police Inspector of Chiplun, along with their team, arrived at the scene. The police conducted a panchnama (official inspection of the accident site) and sent the bodies of the deceased to Chiplun Rural Hospital for post-mortem. A case has been registered, and an investigation has been launched.</p>



<p>The police are currently investigating whether the Thar driver was under the influence of alcohol and the exact cause of the accident. Traffic on the highway was disrupted for some time following the accident. The sudden death of four people from the same area has cast a pall of gloom over Pimpalgaon. The entire village is mourning and expressing condolences to the bereaved families.</p>


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<p>According to eyewitnesses, the Thar car was approaching at a very high speed when the driver suddenly lost control. Police have registered a case and started an investigation.</p>


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<p>Mumbai has come to a standstill due to incessant heavy rainfall. Waterlogging is widespread, submerging roads and railway tracks. The severity of the situation has led to the closure of schools, colleges, and offices. Meanwhile, the Mithi River, flowing through the city, has also swelled, inundating low-lying areas. The Mumbai Police, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have launched rescue operations, relocating affected residents to safer locations.</p>



<p>Heavy rainfall since the previous night has caused the Mithi River to breach its danger mark. Water from the river has entered Kranti Nagar in Kurla, with NDRF assisting in the evacuation of residents to safer areas.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Mithi River has crossed the danger mark and due to rising water levels, evacuation of residents from Kranti Nagar (Kurla West) is underway. Families are being safely relocated to nearby shelter sites.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#MumbaiRains</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyBMCUpdates?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#MyBMCUpdates</a> <a href="https://t.co/JiH2FJS3Y4" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/JiH2FJS3Y4</a></p>&mdash; WARD L BMC (@mybmcWardL) <a href="https://twitter.com/mybmcWardL/status/1957678039111987673?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>According to the BMC, the Mithi River has surpassed the danger mark, and due to rising water levels, residents of Kranti Nagar (क्रांति नगर) (Kurla West) in Sakinaka are being moved to safer locations. Families are being safely relocated to nearby shelters.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Mithi River Update<br><br>Krantinagar area near Bailbazar, Kurla (W), a low-lying slum area on airport land, is being evacuated after the Mithi River crossed the danger mark. (1/2)<br> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyBMCUpdates?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#MyBMCUpdates</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#MumbaiRains</a> <a href="https://t.co/HKCKbsUQ8A" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/HKCKbsUQ8A</a></p>&mdash; WARD L BMC (@mybmcWardL) <a href="https://twitter.com/mybmcWardL/status/1957661192157364282?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Officials stated that following the Mithi River exceeding the danger mark, the Krantinagar area near Bailbazar, Kurla (West), a low-lying slum area near the Mumbai International Airport, is undergoing evacuation. Residents are being relocated to a shelter established at the nearby Magan Nathuram Municipal School. By 10:00 AM, 25 people had been relocated, with provisions for their accommodation and meals arranged.</p>


<p>Mumbai Mithi River Flood: The meteorological department has issued a ‘red alert’ forecasting extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai and surrounding areas. Following this, all schools, colleges, and government offices in the metropolis have been declared closed.</p>


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<p>The Indian team for the Asia Cup 2025 has been announced. Suryakumar Yadav will captain the side, with Shubman Gill named as vice-captain. The Asia Cup 2025 will be played in the T20 format. The tournament will begin on September 9. In this biggest cricket event of Asia, the Indian team will start its campaign on September 10. Team India will clash with Pakistan on September 14.</p>



<p>Compared to the T20 World Cup 2024 squad, this team has filled the spots of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, while Yuzvendra Chahal and Mohammed Siraj have also been dropped. Shubman Gill, who was earlier in the list of reserve players for the T20 World Cup 2024, has now been included in the main team.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Team India for Asia Cup 2025</h2>



<p>Suryakumar Yadav (Captain), Shubman Gill (Vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (Wicketkeeper), Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper), Harshit Rana and Rinku Singh.</p>


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<p><strong>Himachal Pradesh Landslide:</strong> The series of cloudbursts in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, shows no sign of abating. Recent incidents on 13 and 19 August 2025 have caused widespread devastation in the district. Cloudbursts in areas such as Banjar, Ani-Nirmand, Sainj Valley, and Lahaul Valley led to flash floods in rivers and streams, severely impacting homes, shops, crops, and roads.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Scenes of Devastation</h2>



<p>On 13 August, cloudbursts in Batahar and Shri Khand Mahadev Bhimdwari areas of Banjar and Ani-Nirmand sub-divisions triggered a surge of debris and water in the Tirthan Valley and surrounding areas. Several villages were evacuated, and people were moved to safer locations. Flooding in the Jiwa nallah in Sainj Valley swept away several vehicles, while a police outpost was washed away in the Ganvi Valley.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">389 Roads Closed</h2>



<p>On 19 August, a cloudburst in Kullu&#8217;s Lahaul Valley damaged roads, bridges, and shops. Heavy rains led to the closure of 389 roads, including two national highways, severely impacting the region&#8217;s connectivity. Crops and fields have also suffered significant damage.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">VIDEO | Kullu, Himachal Pradesh: Cloudburst in Lag Valley left bridges and roads damaged, affecting connectivity in the area. <br>Heavy rains continue to lash parts of the hilly state, triggering landslides at several places.<br><br>(Full video available on PTI Videos-… <a href="https://t.co/UplOtBQmzz" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/UplOtBQmzz</a></p>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1957665417843077227?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Administration Engaged in Relief Efforts</h2>



<p>The district administration immediately launched relief and rescue operations. NDRF and local teams are active in the affected areas, and people are being moved to safer locations. Additional Deputy Commissioner Ashwani Kumar stated that the administration is monitoring the situation and providing all possible assistance to the affected people.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Weather Department Alert</h2>



<p>The meteorological department has issued yellow and orange alerts for heavy rainfall in Kullu, Shimla, and other districts. Experts say that cloudburst incidents are increasing due to climate change, deforestation, and uncontrolled construction. Eight major devastating events have been witnessed in the last nine years, a matter of serious concern.</p>


<p>Roads, bridges, and shops have been damaged due to a cloudburst in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. Heavy rains have led to the closure of 389 roads, including two national highways.</p>


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<p>The Russia-Ukraine War has been raging for over 41 months. Both countries&#8217; armies are targeting each other&#8217;s soldiers. The Russian army is wreaking havoc in Ukraine, but Ukrainian soldiers are putting up a strong fight and eliminating enemy soldiers. Meanwhile, a soldier from a special unit of the Ukrainian army has set a world record. It&#8217;s natural to wonder what this Ukrainian soldier achieved. In fact, he set a world record for the longest confirmed kill.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ukrainian Ghost Sniper Unit&#8217;s Achievement</h2>



<p>The Ukrainian Ghost Sniper unit is known for eliminating enemies deployed at long distances. Ghost Sniper unit soldiers often target Russian soldiers from long range, and once again, a Ghost Sniper has done just that. A soldier from the Ukrainian Ghost Sniper unit killed two Russian soldiers by hitting a target from a distance of approximately 4 kilometres.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">World Record Achieved</h2>



<p>A soldier from the Ukrainian Ghost Sniper unit set a world record by killing two Russian soldiers from a distance of 4 kilometres. This is a world record for the longest confirmed kill. This record-breaking shot was taken on 14 August 2025 near Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, killing two Russian soldiers. Previously, this world record was also held by a soldier from the Ukrainian Ghost Sniper unit, who killed a Russian soldier from a distance of 3.8 kilometres in November 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How was the Target Hit?</h2>



<p>The Ukrainian Ghost Sniper unit soldier used a domestically produced 14.5 mm “Alligator” rifle to hit the target. Artificial intelligence (AI) and drones were also used. At the time of the shot, the two Russian soldiers were in a building, and they were targeted and shot through a window.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A Ukrainian gunman, part of the “Ghost” sniper unit, claims to have set a world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill, taking out two Russian soldiers from nearly 2.5 miles (4 km) away. <a href="https://t.co/LLyfoJZVLr" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/LLyfoJZVLr</a></p>&mdash; ConflictLive (@conflict_live) <a href="https://twitter.com/conflict_live/status/1957249134907240600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">August 18, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>A Ukrainian ghost sniper has set a new world record for the longest-distance sniper kill, eliminating Russian soldiers.</p>


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<p>The Patna-Purnea Expressway, one of Bihar&#8217;s most ambitious road projects, has been officially designated a national expressway by the central government. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) issued a notification declaring the expressway as National Expressway-9 (NE-9). This will be Bihar&#8217;s first expressway entirely within the state&#8217;s boundaries.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Patna-Purnia Expressway: A Game Changer</h2>



<p>Expressing gratitude to the central government, Bihar&#8217;s Minister of Road Construction, Nitin Nabin, stated: “The notification of the Patna-Purnia Expressway as National Expressway-9 is a moment of pride for Bihar. Since the project&#8217;s announcement, work has been progressing rapidly, and the state government is providing, and will continue to provide, all necessary support to the central government for its timely completion.”</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Patna to Purnia in Just 3 Hours</h2>



<p>He further added: “This project will give a new direction to the state&#8217;s road infrastructure. Once operational, the journey from Patna to Purnia will be completed in just 3 hours, giving a new impetus to the socio-economic development of the Seemanchal region. The national expressway status is undoubtedly a historic achievement for Bihar.”</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Benefiting Numerous Regions</h2>



<p>The 250-kilometre-long expressway will commence at Miranagar Arezi (Hajipur) on NH-22 and pass through Narharpur, Harlochanpur, Bazidpur, Sarounja, Rasna, Parora, and Fatehpur, connecting to NH-27 (East-West Corridor) at Hansdaha in Purnea district. The project will include 21 major bridges, 140 minor bridges, 11 railway overbridges, 21 interchanges, and 322 underpasses. Separate link roads will also be constructed to connect the district headquarters of Samastipur, Saharsa, and Madhepura. Land acquisition is progressing rapidly across more than 250 villages in 29 blocks across 6 districts for the project. Construction will commence upon completion of land acquisition.</p>


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<p>Patna–Purnia Expressway (Photo: Road Construction Department, social media)</p>


<p>The central government has officially granted national expressway status to the Patna-Purnia Expressway.</p>


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<p><strong>Thama Teaser:</strong> Maddock Films, renowned for its horror-comedy films like <em>Stree</em>, <em>Stree 2</em>, and <em>Bhediya</em>, is set to release its next multi-starrer film, <em>Thama</em>. The makers have released the teaser, promising a potent mix of romance, horror, and action. Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna will be seen in the lead roles.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Highlights of the Teaser</h2>



<p>The teaser opens in a dense forest, where Ayushmann and Rashmika are spending time together. A voiceover asks, &#8216;Will you be able to survive without me? For 100 years?&#8217; The actress replies, &#8216;Not even for a moment, let alone 100 years.&#8217; Following this dialogue, the story takes a terrifying turn.</p>



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<p>Interspersed with Ayushmann and Rashmika&#8217;s love story are scenes filled with horror and thrills. Strange events unfold in the forest. Ayushmann is seen battling animals and dangerous forces.</p>



<p>The approximately 109-second-long teaser features several spine-chilling scenes. It also includes a glimpse of Malaika Arora&#8217;s dance. Faisal Malik also plays a significant role. Veteran actors Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Paresh Rawal also appear in the film.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="800" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?w=640" alt="malaika-arora-dance" class="wp-image-19875564" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/malaika-arora-dance.png?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A scene from the teaser of the horror love story &#8216;Thama&#8217;</figcaption></figure>



<p>The teaser concludes with Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a terrifying look, saying, &#8220;I haven&#8217;t seen any romance in the last 75 years&#8230; keep it going.&#8221;</p>



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<p>The teaser clearly indicates a potent blend of romance, horror, action, and thrills. The film is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. Maddock Films has touted it as its first horror love story. Sharing the teaser on Instagram, they wrote, &#8216;Never was fear so powerful, and never was love so dangerous.&#8217;</p>



<p>This highly anticipated film will be released on Diwali.</p>


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<p><strong>MP Weather:</strong> The monsoon has returned to Madhya Pradesh with a new system. Due to a strong monsoon system, heavy rainfall is expected in the last days of August. According to the Meteorological Department, the monsoon trough is passing through the west-south part of MP. Simultaneously, two cyclonic circulations, two troughs, and a low-pressure area are active. This is causing continuous heavy rain in the Indore-Ujjain division. The Meteorological Department predicts that the rain system will strengthen further from 21 August, potentially leading to extremely heavy rainfall. A warning has been issued for heavy rain in nine districts in the next 24 hours.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Weather</h2>



<p>On Monday, several districts of MP, including Shajapur, Ratlam, Khargone, Barwani, Dhar, Betul, Guna, Narmadapuram, Raisen, Jabalpur, Mandla, Narsinghpur, Satna, Umaria, Dewas, Sehore, Rajgarh, and Vidisha, experienced light rain. The rainfall continued overnight. Indore received over an inch of rain, Ujjain received approximately an inch, and Damoh received half an inch.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Heavy Rainfall Forecast for Today</h2>



<p>According to the Meteorological Department (MP Weather), heavy rainfall is expected in Alirajpur, Barwani, Khargone, Harda, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Betul, Chhindwara, and Pandhurna in MP (MP Weather) on 19 August. Up to 4.5 inches of rain is anticipated. A yellow alert has been issued for thunderstorms and light rain in other districts of the state.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Yellow Alert for Heavy Rainfall on 20 August</h2>



<p>The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in Ujjain, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Balaghat, Ratlam, Jhabua, Alirajpur, Dhar, Barwani, Khargone, Harda, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Betul, Chhindwara, Pandhurna, and Seoni in MP on 20 August. A yellow alert for thunderstorms and light rain (Heavy Rain) has been issued for other districts in the state.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Alert for Extremely Heavy Rainfall on 21 August</h2>



<p>According to the Meteorological Department, an orange alert has been issued for extremely heavy rainfall (Heavy Rain) in Seoni, Mandla, Dindori, and Balaghat in MP on 21 August. Up to 8.5 inches of rain could fall in these areas in the next 24 hours. A yellow alert for heavy rain has been issued for Shajapur, Sehore, Harda, Raisen, Narmadapuram, Betul, Pandhurna, Chhindwara, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Umaria, Shahdol, and Anuppur. A yellow alert for thunderstorms and light rain has been issued for the rest of the state.</p>


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<p><strong>RPSC Senior Teacher Vacancy 2025:</strong> Good news for young people seeking government jobs. The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released a notification for recruitment to 6500 Senior Teacher positions in the state. Interested candidates can apply online from 19 August 2025 to 17 September 2025. Applications will be accepted through the official RPSC website, <a href="rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in">rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in</a>, or the SSO portal, <a href="sso.rajasthan.gov.in">sso.rajasthan.gov.in</a>. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Subject-wise Vacancies</h2>



<p><strong>Hindi – </strong>1052 posts<br><strong>English – </strong>1305 posts<br><strong>Sanskrit – </strong>940 posts<br><strong>Mathematics – </strong>1385 posts<br><strong>Science – </strong>1355 posts<br><strong>Social Science –</strong> 401 posts<br><strong>Urdu – </strong>48 posts<br><strong>Punjabi –</strong> 11 posts<br><strong>Sindhi – </strong>2 posts<br><strong>Gujarati –</strong> 1 post</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Educational Qualifications and Age Limit</h2>



<p>Applicants must possess a graduation degree and a B.Ed in the relevant subject. The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 40 years. Reserved categories will receive age relaxation as per regulations. Age will be calculated as of 1 January 2026.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Apply</h2>



<p>To apply, candidates must first log in to the SSO portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR).<br>Then, go to the recruitment portal and fill out the application form. The application process will be complete after uploading all necessary documents and paying the fee.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Application Fee</h2>



<p>The application fee for General and OBC candidates is ₹600. For SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and differently-abled candidates, the fee is ₹400. A fee of ₹500 will be charged for application corrections. Corrections can be made within 10 days of the application deadline.</p>


<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="RPSC Senior Teacher Vacancy 2025" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RPSC-Senior-Teacher-Vacancy-2025.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>If</strong> you are an HDFC Bank customer, this news is for you. Some services of India&#8217;s largest private bank will be temporarily unavailable. HDFC Bank has informed its customers that some customer care services, including WhatsApp and SMS chat banking, will be unavailable for a period on 22 and 23 August. HDFC Bank is performing system maintenance to improve the banking experience for customers, which will affect some services.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">When will the services be unavailable?</h2>



<p>Some HDFC Bank services will be unavailable for 7 hours, from 11:00 PM on 22 August 2025 to 6:00 AM on 23 August 2025.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Which services will be unavailable?</h2>



<ul>
<li>Phone banking IVR</li>



<li>Email and social media</li>



<li>WhatsApp chat banking</li>



<li>SMS banking</li>



<li>Many customer care services will be unavailable, except for the toll-free number for hotlisting accounts and cards.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">These services will remain operational</h2>



<ul>
<li>During the downtime, customers can conduct their banking transactions through these channels:</li>



<li>Phone banking agent services</li>



<li>HDFC Bank NetBanking</li>



<li>HDFC Bank Mobile Banking</li>



<li>PayZapp</li>



<li>MyCards</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HDFC Bank NetBanking</h2>



<p>If you are a registered user of HDFC Bank NetBanking, you can perform a variety of transactions anytime, anywhere. You can complete over 200 transactions through NetBanking without visiting your bank. A NetBanking account is automatically created for every HDFC Bank customer.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HDFC customers can register for NetBanking this way</h2>



<p><strong>Step 1. </strong>Link your mobile number with your bank account.<br><strong>Step 2:</strong> Go to the HDFC Bank NetBanking portal and enter your customer ID.<br><strong>Step 3:</strong> Verify the registered mobile number.<br><strong>Step 4: </strong>An OTP will be sent to your mobile number; enter it.<br><strong>Step 5: </strong>Enter your debit card details.<br><strong>Step 6:</strong> Set your IPIN.<br><strong>Step 7: </strong>Log in to NetBanking using the newly set IPIN.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Register through HDFC ATM this way</h2>



<p><strong>Step 1: </strong>Go to the nearest HDFC Bank ATM.<br><strong>Step 2:</strong> Enter your HDFC Bank debit card number and ATM PIN.<br><strong>Step 3:</strong> Select &#8216;Other Option&#8217; from the main screen.<br><strong>Step 4: </strong>Select NetBanking registration and click on confirm.<br><strong>Step 5: </strong>The PIN for NetBanking will now be sent to you by courier.<br><strong>Step 6:</strong> Log in to NetBanking using this PIN.</p>


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<p>A tragic incident has unfolded in Ahalyanagar district, Maharashtra. A devastating fire engulfed a furniture shop in the Nevasa area on Monday, leaving the entire locality shaken. The intensity of the fire was such that four members of the Rasane family, who were asleep in the house above the shop, perished.</p>



<p>The victims include the shop owner, Mayur Arun Rasane (45 years), his wife Payal Mayur Rasane (38 years), their 10-year-old son Ansh, and their 7-year-old son Chaitanya. They were all burnt alive. Two other family members, 25-year-old Yash Kiran Rasane and a 70-year-old woman, sustained severe injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at a hospital.</p>



<p>According to Nevasa police, the cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. The fire was so intense that the fire brigade faced significant challenges in bringing it under control. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the entire area. An entire family was wiped out overnight. Locals have described the incident as a heart-wrenching tragedy.</p>



<p>Officials stated that Mayur Rasane&#8217;s furniture shop is located under the jurisdiction of the Nevasa police station. The Rasane family resided in rooms built above the shop. A massive fire broke out in the shop in the wee hours of Monday morning. The fire was so fierce that the Rasane family sleeping on the upper floor did not even get a chance to escape, resulting in the tragic death of four individuals. An investigation into the matter is currently underway.</p>


<p>Officials reported that the shop owner lived above his furniture shop with his wife and children. The entire family perished in a devastating fire on Monday.</p>


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<p><strong>Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Latest News:</strong> Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are currently preparing for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Having retired from T20I and Test cricket, these two veterans will now be seen playing ODI Internationals. This pair will play the ODI series against Australia in October, following the Asia Cup. With a few months still remaining, both veterans have intensified their preparations to achieve match fitness. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were last seen during IPL 2025. After a long break, both have now resumed training.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rohit Sweats it Out in the Gym</h2>



<p>Rohit Sharma is still India&#8217;s ODI captain. He has been seen sweating it out in the gym. The 38-year-old Rohit is working on his fitness with former Indian coach Abhishek Nayar. Nayar is credited with reviving the careers of Dinesh Karthik and KL Rahul. Rohit is hopeful that with ample time remaining before the ODI World Cup, he will be fully fit.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Virat Practices in London</h2>



<p>Virat Kohli is also no stranger to hard work. The former Indian captain was spotted outside a net session in London. A few weeks prior, he had practiced at the nets with Gujarat Titans coach, Naim Amin. Kohli also posed with a fan after his net session.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rohit to be 40, Kohli 38 by World Cup</h2>



<p>Rohit and Kohli are active in international cricket only in One Day Internationals. Both have their eyes set on the 2027 World Cup in South Africa. India lost the 2023 World Cup final on home soil, and this pair will want to erase those bitter memories by winning the upcoming ODI World Cup. However, by the time the World Cup begins, Rohit will be 40 years old, while Kohli will be 38. Until then, both aim to maintain their fitness and realise their dreams.</p>


<p>Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: Ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 and the subsequent ODI series against Australia, captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have begun their preparations. While Rohit is sweating it out in the gym, Virat is undergoing rigorous training in London.</p>


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<p>The Bollywood industry is once again in mourning. Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, known for his role as the professor in the film &#8216;3 Idiots&#8217;, has passed away at the age of 91. He had been unwell for some time and suddenly collapsed last night. He was rushed to the hospital, but his condition continued to deteriorate, and he passed away three days before his birthday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Actor Achyut Potdar Passes Away</h2>



<p>The news of actor Achyut Potdar&#8217;s death was shared on social media by several Marathi TV channels. Many paid tribute to him by sharing posts. This news has caused a wave of grief in both the Hindi and Marathi film industries. Before entering the film industry, Achyut Potdar worked for 25 years in the army and the Indian Oil Company. Although he started his acting career late, he worked extensively with theatre veterans like Pandit Satydev Dubey, Vijaya Mehta, and Sulbha Deshpande.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Achyut Potdar&#8217;s Birthday Was Three Days Away</h2>



<p>Actor Achyut Potdar was due to celebrate his birthday on 22 August. He passed away before then. He had been battling age-related health issues. His daughter, Anuradha Parskar, has stated that his last rites will be performed in Thane on Tuesday, 19 August, at 4 pm. Only family members and close friends will attend.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Achyut Potdar&#8217;s Extensive Film Career</h2>



<p>The actor entered the film industry in the 1980s. Alongside films, he also made a name for himself in television. He acted in several superhit films, including &#8216;3 Idiots&#8217;, &#8216;Ferrari Ki Sawaari&#8217;, &#8216;Dabangg 2&#8217;, &#8216;R Rajkumar&#8217;, &#8216;Bhootnath&#8217;, &#8216;Lage Raho Munna Bhai&#8217;, &#8216;Parineeta&#8217;, &#8216;Daaag: The Fire&#8217;, and &#8216;Aakrosh&#8217;. He also made a significant mark in television serials such as &#8216;Bharat Ek Khoj&#8217;, &#8216;Shubh Mangal Savdhan&#8217;, and &#8216;All the Best&#8217;.</p>


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<p>The death of the actor, famed for his role in Aamir Khan&#8217;s &#8216;3 Idiots,&#8217; has shocked everyone.</p>


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<p><strong>Bollywood:</strong> Several Bollywood actresses have made a name for themselves in the industry on the strength of their talent, but there was a time when they had to struggle to find work. One such actress is Sushmita Sen, who worked with both Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan and delivered several hit films, but there came a time when she remained unemployed for eight years.</p>



<p>It is said that Sushmita Sen, without any hesitation, came forward and asked people for work. Recently, an old interview of hers is going viral on social media, in which she herself has admitted this.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">This beauty&#8217;s pain on not getting work</h2>



<p>In the interview, Sushmita Sen said that she had called the officials of Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Hotstar. She said, “My name is Sushmita Sen. I am an actor, or I used to be. And I want to come back and work. I will need help because I haven&#8217;t worked for eight years and that&#8217;s a long time.” Along with this, Sushmita further said that for eight years, no one approached her for work. She herself called people so that they would know how eager she was to work. She said that after this, all three platforms also met with her.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Digital debut in 2020</h2>



<p>Sushmita Sen made her digital debut in 2020 with the web series ‘Arya’ and made a comeback. Her last film was the 2015 Bengali film ‘Nirbak’, after which she took a break. Sushmita Sen&#8217;s story shows that even after reaching the pinnacle of success, artists may have to struggle. She also proved that there is never any shame in asking for work, and it is important to believe in one&#8217;s talent.</p>


49 साल की इस हसीना का काम ना मिलने पर छलका दर्द, बोली- काम चाहिए, 8 साल से जॉब्लेस हूं...

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<p>49 साल की इस हसीना का काम ना मिलने पर छलका दर्द, बोली- काम चाहिए, 8 साल से जॉब्लेस हूं&#8230; </p>


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<p><strong>Today&#8217;s Horoscope, 19 August 2025</strong>: 19 August, being Ekadashi and a Tuesday, brings auspicious results, financial gains, career advancement, and economic benefits for many zodiac signs. Aries will have an auspicious day. For Gemini, today is very financially beneficial. For Cancer, today is very auspicious for business; all work will be successfully completed. Leo will have a good day, with possibilities of travel and benefits from a female friend. Scorpio has the potential for financial gains. Sagittarius will see business expansion. Aquarius may benefit from property. Let&#8217;s learn the horoscope from Mesh to Kanya Rashi from Pt. Chandanshyam Narayan Vyas.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Aries Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>People will be amazed by the changes in your work style. Today is auspicious. Your creative and artistic abilities will increase.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Taurus Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Many past experiences will prove useful today. Today will be a busy day with physical and mental discomfort. There is a possibility of physical discomfort, especially eye pain.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gemini Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>You are about to perform a charitable act. Today is very beneficial for you. Your income will increase. You will also gain financial benefits through other means.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cancer Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Refrain from criticising others. Today is very auspicious for your business. Every task will be successfully completed today. You will be busy fulfilling the needs of your children.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Leo Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Those who criticised you will be full of praise today. Today is a good day for you. A trip with relatives may be planned. Benefits from a female friend are possible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Virgo Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Vehicle-related expenses may increase. You should not start any new work today. Restraint in language and behaviour will be in your best interest.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Libra Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Give serious consideration to proposals received regarding your child&#8217;s marriage before responding. Today will be a somewhat different day for you. You will be able to find time for yourself. Fun and frolic with friends is possible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Scorpio Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>You will get a chance to speak your mind to your loved ones. New contacts will be made. Today is a day of financial gain for you. There will be a peaceful and joyful atmosphere at home, which will keep your mind happy.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sagittarius Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>There are prospects for business expansion. Time will be spent on ancestral matters. The mind will be anxious and hesitant. In such a state of mind, you will not be able to remain resolute in any task. Do not undertake any important work today, as fortune will not favour you.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Capricorn Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Pay attention to your health and abandon your old ideas. Today you will show love in your nature. This will cause mental anxiety. Understand your children&#8217;s feelings; give them plenty of affection.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Aquarius Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Do not speak ill of anyone, especially loved ones. The relationship is already weak; do not weaken it further. The day is moderate. Improve your behaviour and stand by your word. Property gains are possible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pisces Horoscope Today</h2>



<p>Family members are trying to prove you wrong. You will be unhappy due to lack of support from your siblings. You will enjoy the comforts of a vehicle. Work will proceed smoothly in the workplace.</p>


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Time	Location
10:30 AM	Rahul Gandhi will arrive in Gaya by special aircraft.
11:05 AM	He will travel from Gaya to SP Jain College, Sasaram by helicopter.
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM	Flag-off and address by Rahul Gandhi and Mahagathbandhan leaders.
4:30 PM	Commencement of the Yatra from Ambedkar Chowk, Dehri-on-Sone.
7:30 PM	Meeting at Ramesh Chowk, Aurangabad.
Night	All leaders will stay overnight at Bambhandih Sports Ground, Aurangabad.

Time	Location
8:00 AM	The Yatra will resume from Amba-Kutumba.
9:30 AM	Visit to the Surya Mandir (Sun Temple).
Afternoon	Lunch for all leaders in Guraru (Gaya).
6:30 PM	Public meeting at Khalis Park Chowk, Gaya.
Night	Rahul Gandhi will stay overnight at Rasalpur Cricket Ground.