Anaya Bangar, daughter of ex-cricketer Sanjay Bangar, will reportedly join Bigg Boss 19 on August 24. A transgender athlete, graphic designer, and LGBTQ+ advocate, Anaya underwent gender transformation surgery. She aims to share her experiences and advocate for inclusion. Anaya has stated she is now eligible for women's cricket after hormone therapy. She hopes to spark dialogue about transgender participation in sports.

Lionel Messi returned with a stunning goal and assist, leading Inter Miami to a crucial victory. He set up Luis Suárez for his first open-play goal in nine matches. Jordi Alba also scored, assisted by Sergio Busquets. Inter Miami dominated the game, securing their first league win since July 19 and boosting their Supporters' Shield race hopes. The Galaxy's Joseph Paintsil scored a brilliant equalizer, but Messi's late heroics sealed the win for Miami.

A new report reveals that nine in ten Indian enterprises see data security and privacy risks as major hurdles to scaling AI and analytics. Phishing and AI-generated threats are key concerns. Companies are adopting cloud security, zero-trust systems, and automation. Data quality and choosing the right tech also pose challenges. The survey includes insights from over 350 Indian tech leaders.

A passenger train derailed in Pakistan's Punjab province on Sunday, August 17, 2025, killing one person and injuring several others. Four carriages of the train, traveling from Peshawar to Karachi, derailed near Lodhran railway station. Nineteen injured passengers were rescued and taken to a hospital, where one died. Two passengers are in critical condition. The cause of the derailment is unknown. Train services have resumed.

Lt General Dinesh Singh Rana, Commander-in-Chief of Andaman and Nicobar Command, has stated that "extra-regional forces" are entering the archipelago due to its strategic significance. He emphasized the need for round-the-clock surveillance to counter conventional and non-conventional threats, including terrorism. The command is moving from an island outpost to a strategic hub, monitoring military vessels and research ships in the region.

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner secured their spots in the Cincinnati Open final with straight-set victories. Sinner defeated Terence Atmane, while Alcaraz overcame an ailing Alexander Zverev. This marks their fourth final showdown this season, with Sinner seeking back-to-back Cincinnati titles and Alcaraz aiming for revenge after his Wimbledon loss. Alcaraz leads the ATP season with 53 match wins.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returned to India after his ISS mission, greeted by officials including Union Minister Jitendra Singh. Backup astronaut Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair also returned. Shukla will meet Prime Minister Modi and attend National Space Day. He expressed mixed emotions about leaving his US team. Shukla and Nair celebrated Independence Day at the Indian Consulate in Houston. Prime Minister Modi mentioned Shukla's return and India's space station plans.

Optum Presents The Better India Showcase 2025, supported by M3M Foundation, will honor unsung heroes in Delhi this September. The event recognizes individuals driving change through courage and compassion across nine categories, including agriculture, education, and sustainability. A jury of ten distinguished individuals, including Ramon Magsaysay awardees and leaders from Tata Motors and the Gates Foundation, will select the honorees.

A cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district killed 7 people and injured 6 others. The disaster caused widespread destruction, damaging homes, a police station, and sections of the National Highway. Rescue operations are underway to clear debris and provide medical care. Authorities have urged the public to avoid rivers and hilly areas due to the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's net worth is now over $1.1 billion. His wealth comes mainly from Cadence Design Systems. Tan faced criticism over investments in China, leading to calls for his resignation, which Trump initially supported but later reversed. Cadence pleaded guilty to violating US export rules during Tan's leadership. Despite controversy, Intel's stock rose after talks of potential US government investment.