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Pt. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri Reviews Dr. R.N. Singh’s Poetry Collection ‘Abhivyakti’

New Delhi, August 18, 2026; Pithadhishwar of Shri Bageshwar Dham, Pt. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, recently reviewed ‘Abhivyakti’, a poetry collection authored by Dr. R.N. Singh, National Executive President of the Yamuna Rakshak Dal. Dr. R.N. Singh personally presented a copy of the booklet to Pt. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri during the meeting. After going through the…

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Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar Warns Tamil Nadu Leaders Against Interference Over Chamarajanagar Shootout

Bengaluru, August 18, 2026; Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday urged political leaders in Tamil Nadu to refrain from commenting on the administration of another state amid growing controversy over the deaths of three Tamil-origin men in Chamarajanagar district. The remarks came after Tamil Nadu leaders demanded a thorough investigation into the August 15…

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Pawan Khera Takes Dig at Trump Over India’s Election System, EVMs

New Delhi, August 18, 2026; Senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha member Pawan Khera has hit back at US President Donald Trump after the latter referred to India’s election procedures while advocating the passage of legislation on voter eligibility in the United States. Khera took to social media to make a pointed remark aimed at…

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Vande Mataram Row: HD Kumaraswamy Says Congress Should Rise Above Political Differences

Hassan, August 18, 2026; Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday criticised the Congress over the controversy surrounding the rendition of Vande Mataram at the party’s Independence Day programme, urging political leaders to show greater respect for the national song. Kumaraswamy said national symbols should remain above political disagreements and maintained that Vande Mataram deserves respect…

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Kharge Targets BJP-RSS Over Patriotism, Freedom Struggle and Goa Politics

Verna, Goa, August 18, 2026; Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge launched a sharp political offensive against the BJP and RSS during a public gathering in South Goa, questioning their role in India’s freedom movement and accusing the ruling party of undermining political stability in Goa. Kharge also took a direct swipe at Union Home Minister Amit…

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Yogi Adityanath Unveils Cashless Healthcare Cover for PRD Personnel in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur, August 18, 2026; Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday participated in a conference of Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) personnel in Gorakhpur and announced the rollout of a cashless medical facility aimed at strengthening healthcare support for members of the force. The Chief Minister said the welfare of personnel serving the state must…

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Wage Dispute Resolved for 423 Contract Workers at Kanpur Ordnance Factory

Kanpur, August 18, 2026; A wage dispute involving 423 contract workers at Ordnance Factory, Kanpur, has been settled following intervention by the Regional Labour Commissioner (Central), Kanpur, bringing relief to employees awaiting payment of their dues. The workers were engaged through Immense Manpower Pvt. Ltd. at the establishment operated by Advanced Weapons and Equipment India…

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From Viral Recipes to Daily Meals How Social Media Is Rewriting Our Food Choices

TIT Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com New Delhi, August 18, 2026; Food is no longer discovered only through family kitchens, cookbooks or restaurant recommendations. Increasingly, a short video, a creator’s meal plan or a trending recipe can influence what people buy, prepare and order. Social media has turned food into both entertainment and a powerful source of everyday…

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Centre tells Meta safe harbour won’t protect CSAM violations, seeks India-specific content moderation

New Delhi, August 18, 2026; The Centre has told Meta that legal protections available to online intermediaries cannot be relied upon in cases involving violations linked to child sexual abuse material (CSAM), government sources said on Tuesday. During discussions with Meta representatives, the government stressed that its interventions have been undertaken within the powers provided…

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India strengthen grip as Sri Lanka lose four wickets before Lunch on Day 4

Galle, August 18, 2026; India moved closer to setting Sri Lanka a daunting target as the hosts struck four times during the opening session of the fourth day in the first Test at Galle. India reached 116 for four by lunch and carried an overall lead of 294 runs, with Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 21…

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