Students and job aspirants continued their protest in Ranchi over alleged paper leaks and irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The demonstrators are demanding transparency, accountability and action from the state government. This photo gallery captures the ongoing agitation, protest marches, placards, slogans and the security arrangements surrounding the demonstrations
A powerful earthquake had struck Colombia, prompting emergency crews to launch search-and-rescue operations as they comb through damaged buildings and debris for survivors. This photo gallery captures the aftermath, including rescue teams, damaged structures, displaced residents and emergency response efforts as authorities assess the scale of destruction and casualties
Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Super Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Aston Villa in Salzburg, securing back-to-back titles in the competition. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave the Champions League holders the lead in the 20th minute with a powerful strike, but 17-year-old debutant Brian Madjo equalised just before half-time with a superb back-post volley to become the youngest scorer in Super Cup history. Désiré Doué restored PSG’s advantage in the 62nd minute after a VAR review confirmed he was onside, and the French side held on despite late pressure from Villa. The result handed Luis Enrique's side their first trophy of the 2026-27 season, while Unai Emery suffered a fourth defeat in a UEFA Super Cup final.
The August 12 eclipse turned skies dark across parts of the Northern Hemisphere, with totality lasting over two minutes along the central path.
India’s spin attack will be one of the biggest talking points when the two-Test series against Sri Lanka begins on August 15 in Galle, with conditions expected to bring the tweakers into the game. Ravindra Jadeja returns to the Test setup and brings a wealth of experience, while Kuldeep Yadav offers an attacking wrist-spin option capable of creating breakthroughs. Manav Suthar has also strengthened his credentials after a memorable Test debut against Afghanistan, where he claimed 6/33 in the first innings. Meanwhile, Saransh Jain has received his maiden India Test call-up after a strong domestic season, adding another off-spin option. Washington Sundar, who had been part of India’s spin plans, remains a fitness concern due to his hamstring injury.
Every August 12, the world pauses to honour its gentle giants — elephants — and renew the fight to protect them from poaching, shrinking forests and cruelty
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez have officially tied the knot after nearly a decade together, exchanging vows in an intimate civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, on August 11, 2026. The couple, who began dating in 2016 and announced their engagement in August 2025, kept the wedding largely private, with their children and close family members reportedly present. Ronaldo and Rodríguez have built a family together and have remained one of football’s most closely followed couples throughout their relationship. The wedding comes shortly after Ronaldo completed his sixth FIFA World Cup campaign with Portugal, fulfilling the couple’s long-awaited plan to marry after the tournament. The pair also shared photographs of their wedding rings on social media, confirming the marriage and bringing an end to years of speculation surrounding their big day.
Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for August 12, 2026
A landslide in Mumbai’s Kurla area has disrupted normal life, with debris spilling onto roads and affecting movement in the locality. This photo gallery captures the aftermath, including damaged areas, rescue and civic teams, and residents navigating the situation as authorities work to clear the affected area
Mohun Bagan Super Giant wrapped up their Group A campaign with a flawless 6–0 routing of the CISF Protectors at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan to top the table with nine points. Sahal Abdul Samad stole the show with a stunning first-half hat-trick, scoring in the 17th, 19th, and 37th minutes, alongside a 24th-minute strike from Manvir Singh that gave the Mariners a commanding 4–0 halftime lead. After the break, head coach Panagiotis Dilimperis rotated his squad, but Mohun Bagan maintained total control. Substitute Jamie Maclaren cleverly extended the lead in the 68th minute off a slick no-look pass from Sahal, before Tekcham Abhishek Singh rounded off the 6–0 scoreline in the 73rd minute with a precise finish. The comprehensive victory sealed a dominant group-stage sweep for the Mariners, while CISF exited the tournament winless.
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