Did Cricketers Know They Were Having Non-Veg Tea?: Bombay HC To MCA Over Kitchen Roaches
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had suspended the licenses of five restaurants operating at the cricket body's premises in the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) over serious food safety and hygiene violations
4 Killed in Snakebites in Odisha in a Day, Experts Urge Caution During Monsoon
The victims were rushed to Bonai hospital, where doctors declared them brought dead.
Controversy Surrounds Taapsee Pannus Gandhari as Writer Claims Story Theft
Mumbai, August 25: Taapsee Pannus upcoming film Gandhari has become embroiled in controversy even before its release. Writer Kalyan Bandi has been vocal about his claims, stating that he penned a story titled Gandhari in 2019, centered around human trafficking. He alleges that the film bears a striking resemblance to his original story, yet he ... Read more Controversy Surrounds Taapsee Pannus Gandhari as Writer Claims Story Theft
No further power tariff hike during my tenure: CM Omar
Tangmarg: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday assured people that the government would not increase electricity tariffs any further, while promising to fulfil all commitments made to the people within the next three-and-a-half years. Addressing a gathering in Tangmarg, Omar Abdullah, said the present government had imposed only a limited burden on consumers through the []
Japanese stocks recover as tech shares rebound
Investors are also looking ahead to Nvidias earnings later this week for fresh signs of demand for AI-related products. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warshs speech at the Jackson Hole symposium on Friday will also be closely watched for clues on the US interest-rate outlook.
Chinese stocks mixed as tech shares weigh
Investors continued to reduce their exposure to technology stocks ahead of Nvidias earnings on Wednesday, which could test confidence in the ongoing AI-driven rally. Eoptolink Technology fell 2.70% despite reporting strong growth in revenue and profit. Hua Hong Semiconductor, Zhongji Innolight and NAURA Technology also declined.
Land Records goes Digital, Farmer Services gets Smarter
J&K advances AgriStack frame work under DILRMP SRINAGAR, AUGUST 25: In a major step towards modernising land administration and creating a more transparent, citizen-centric system of Revenue and Agricultural services, Jammu and Kashmir has accelerated the digitisation and updation of land records while simultaneously preparing the verified land database for integration with the AgriStack framework [] The post Land Records goes Digital, Farmer Services gets Smarter appeared first on Northlines .
The National Capital Region, including Delhi, is currently experiencing overcast skies. Commuters should remain vigilant due to possible waterlogging and traffic issues. Unstable weather conditions with ongoing rain events and thunderstorms are anticipated for the upcoming days. Residents are encouraged to carry umbrellas and stay updated on weather forecasts.
CID To Investigate Hanur Shoot-out, Tamil Organisation To File Writ Petition
Various cases have been registered at Ramapura police station, Hanur and Kollegala Rural police station. At Hanur and Kollegala Rural police stations, cases have been registered pertaining to the Prevention of Damages to Public Property Act, 1984
We Will Not Increase Electricity Rates Any Further: CM Omar
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday assured people that his government would not raise electricity tariffs further during its current tenure, saying efforts would instead focus on improving basic services and infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a gathering in north Kashmir, Abdullah said the recent tariff revision had been kept limited to minimise []
Traffic Sandwich: City Life Caught Between Jam and Delay
There are few experiences more universally exhausting in an urban area than being trapped in a traffic sandwich. One is squeezed from all sides by vehicles, by time, by noise, and by the quiet irritation of a system that seems to have given up on order. What should be a routine commute becomes a test of patience, and what should be a functional city begins to resemble a place permanently stuck in motion but never moving. Traffic congestion is often treated as a narrow transport issue. It is not. It is a civic problem, a planning failure, and, increasingly, a measure of how seriously a city takes its people. When roads are overcrowded, junctions poorly managed, parking anarchic, and public transport inadequate, the burden falls not on the powerful but on ordinary citizens: office-goers, students, patients, traders, and parents trying to get children to school on time. In that sense, traffic is not just about vehicles. It is about access, dignity, and the right to move through ones own city without unnecessary hardship. The irony is that traffic chaos rarely arrives overnight. It grows gradually, helped along by weak enforcement, poor infrastructure, and a habit of ignoring small problems until they become unmanageable. Roads are narrowed by encroachment, crossings are choked by unmanaged flow, and every new vehicle joins a system already under strain. A city then enters a familiar cycle: complaint, promise, temporary relief, and relapse. The result is a kind of urban fatigue, where frustration becomes so routine that people stop eThis is the real danger of the traffic sandwich. It is not merely the delay itself, but the resignation it produces. Residents begin to accept congestion as destiny. They adjust their lives around inefficiency. They leave earlier, travel less, or avoid certain routes altogether. In doing so, the city quietly shrinks. Public life becomes less spontaneous, commerce less efficient, and daily life more burdened by stress than it should ever be. A serious response requires more than occasional crackdowns or cosmetic traffic drives. It requires planning that respects the scale of the problem. Parking must be disciplined. Public transport must be strengthened. Footpaths must be reclaimed for pedestrians. Traffic police must be empowered, and civic agencies must work together rather than in silos. Above all, cities must stop treating congestion as an inconvenience and begin treating it as a warning. Because a traffic sandwich is not just a jam on the road. It is a sign that urban life is under pressure from too little planning and too much neglect. A city that cannot manage movement cannot claim to be modern. And a government that allows daily gridlock to become normal is asking citizens to pay for its failures with their time, health, and patience. If a city is where public life is supposed to feel easiest, then traffic should be the first problem it learns to solve, not the last one it excuses.
A 25-year-old man allegedly used an AI-generated nude image to blackmail a Delhi woman who was a minor when the alleged harassment began. Police said he extorted around Rs 1.2 lakh from her over more than two years and later threatened her family. The accused, Ajay Dubey, was arrested in Delhi while attending a court hearing.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday, August 25, directed journalist Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks to undergo the sentence in a 2013 rape case in which he was convicted and handed down 10 years of rigorous imprisonment by the Bombay High Court. A bench of Justice Alok Aradhe dismissed Tejpals plea seeking Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Alpine Texworld Shares Plummet Nearly 47% in First Month Post-IPO
Mumbai, August 25: Alpine Texworlds shares have dropped nearly 47% in their first month of trading and continue to face significant pressure. The companys shares debuted flat on July 21 at the initial public offering (IPO) price of 105. On the very first day of trading, a 5% lower circuit was triggered. Following this, the ... Read more Alpine Texworld Shares Plummet Nearly 47% in First Month Post-IPO
Urban Spiral: When Cities Begin to Turn Inward
Some cities rise, and there are cities that simply expand. The difference is not merely architectural. It is moral. A rising city gives its people room to breathe, to move, to hope. An expanding city may gain buildings, flyovers, and shopping districts, yet still leave its residents trapped in noise, haste, and exhaustion. That is the nature of an urban spiral: the gradual tightening of civic life until the city begins to consume the very energy that once sustained it. Urban spiral is not a dramatic event. It is a slow one. It begins with a road left unrepaired, a drain left blocked, a footpath taken over, a bus delayed, a public space neglected, and a policy announced without follow-through. One inconvenience is endured, then another, until the ordinary act of living in a city becomes an act of negotiation. People begin budgeting not only time and money, but patience. They leave earlier, return later, expect less. In this way, the city changes not just physically but psychologically. The danger lies in how normal such decline becomes. Residents adjust. They stop demanding efficiency because they no longer believe it is possible. They stop expecting order because disorder has been normalized. A city then enters a spiral not only of infrastructure failure, but of civic resignation. Once that happens, governance becomes reactive rather than responsible, and public life shrinks into a routine of damage control. This is why urban spiral is not merely a planning issue; it is a political and social one. A city that cannot manage waste, traffic, drainage, housing, and mobility begins to send its people a damaging message: that their daily inconvenience is acceptable. Over time, this weakens trust. And when trust weakens, the city becomes harder to reform because the public has already lowered its expectations. Yet the spiral can be reversed. Cities are not condemned to decline. But reversal requires more than cosmetic fixes and periodic campaigns. It requires seriousness. It requires municipal bodies that function, officials who are accountable, and leadership that understands that civic order is not a luxury but a necessity. Urban life must be designed for dignity, not just display. A road is not complete when it is paved; it is complete when it is usable. A city is not modern because it is busy; it is modern when its citizens can move through it without constant friction. The real measure of an urban future is whether people still feel ownership of the place they live in. If they begin to feel like strangers in their own city, the spiral has already begun. If, however, public space remains usable, services reliable, and governance responsive, then the city can still become what it ought to be: a place where ambition is not constantly interrupted by inconvenience. In the end, the urban spiral is not inevitable. It is the result of choices, and therefore it can be undone by better ones. What is needed is not only development, but discipline; not only growth, but governance; not only construction, but care. For a city that keeps turning inward eventually loses sight of its people. And a city that loses sight of its people has already lost its future
Onion, sugar prices soaring: Here's how Delhi government plans to keep prices in check
At a time when the prices of sugar and onion are skyrocketing in the country, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Tuesday said the Delhi government has just held a meeting regarding onions and sugar....
IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Odisha in Next 3 Hours
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow nowcast warning for Bhubaneswar and seven districts of Odisha, forecasting light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning over the next three hours. According to the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre, the warning was issued at 4:10 pm on Tuesday. Weather conditions are likely to affect isolated [] The post IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Odisha in Next 3 Hours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Gunnebo Safe Storage Launches Steelage Mahotsav 2026 for India's Jewellers
Gunnebo Safe Storage Launches Steelage Mahotsav for Indias Jewellers
Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Union Bank of India, made significant moves in the international debt markets on Monday and Tuesday
IND vs SL: Prabath Reprimanded, Handed 1 Demerit Point For Breaching Code Of Conduct
Jayasuriya, who was adjudged out leg-before off India spinner Manav Suthar on the final ball of the second day's play, hit the boundary wedges with his bat while walking back to the dressing room
Political Hunger of the Cockroach Peoples Party Grows: Ram Kripal Yadav
Patna, August 25: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) is set to hold a protest in New Delhi on September 5. The CJP claims that the government has failed to fulfill promises made during the protests in July. Bihar government minister Ram Kripal Yadav remarked that the political hunger of the Cockroach Peoples Party has increased. ... Read more Political Hunger of the Cockroach Peoples Party Grows: Ram Kripal Yadav
Delhi HC abates Sajjan Kumars appeal against conviction in 1984 riots case following his death
Sajjan Kumar, who was serving two life sentences in Tihar jail in connection with the 1984 riots, died on August 20
AI is taking away job opportunities of 2225 year olds, Stanford study finds
AI is taking away job opportunities of year olds Stanford study finds
No factual foundation had been laid nor material placed on record to establish a case that the donning of a headscarf was an essential part of religion for a Muslim female, forsaking which would oust the girl or woman concerned from the faith that she professed and practised, the HC says
CMC Warns against Unauthorised Constructions, Citing Safety Risks
The suggestion was issued after the sudden collapse of a building under construction in 50 square yards land in Anjaiahnagar a few days ago leading to the death of two workers
Sakaala Services (Amendment) Bill passed in Karnataka legislature
The Bill seeks to streamline the financial liability of defaulting public servants by capping the maximum compensatory cost payable for delayed service delivery at 500 per application.
Govt Approves Transfer of DRDO Developed Missile Tech To Indian Defence Industry
The defence ministry said the move is an important milestone in promoting greater participation of the domestic industries in the defence ecosystem
SIR verification leaves Daltonganj electors scrambling for pre-1987 documents
Chief Election Commissioner Emphasizes Role of BLOs in Strengthening Democracy
Lucknow, August 25: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the crucial role of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in Indias electoral democracy during a recent dialogue. He stated that the electoral process in India operates with full transparency under the Constitution, laws, and directives from the Election Commission. Kumar called on BLOs to enhance voter turnout, ... Read more Chief Election Commissioner Emphasizes Role of BLOs in Strengthening Democracy
Nifty September futures trade at premium
India VIX slides 3.40% to 11.13.
Year after Israeli strikes killed journalists at hospital, no one has been held accountable
Despite repeated requests, the army hasn't provided details about the investigation or a timeline for when it could be completed. Rights groups say Israel rarely holds troops accountable for killing Palestinians, pointing to long investigations that rarely lead to prosecution
Geography and caste shape access to private coaching in India
In much of India, private tuition is a compensatory choice made by families who cannot count on the school.
CJP announces new organisational appointments, zone committees; check here
Mermaid Magic 2 Teaser : Frankie Kevich and Nisa Ward Starrer Mermaid Magic 2 Official Teaser
Mermaid Magic 2 : Watch the Official teaser from Italian Web series 'Mermaid Magic 2' starring Frankie Kevich and Nisa Ward. Mermaid Magic 2 is directed by Viki Lopez Amores. To know more about The Sacred Jewel, watch the video. Check out the latest italian teaser, new series teaser, trending italian series teaser, Viki Lopez Amores's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
Taiwan Charges 9, Including Nvidia, Super Micro Staff, Over Illegal AI Server Exports to China
Washington began imposing restrictions on Nvidia's exports of advanced chips to China in 2022 and tightened them in subsequent years
Odisha T20 League 2026 To Begin On Sep 18, Final On Sep 27 At Barabati Stadium
The Odisha T20 League: The Odisha T20 League 2026 will get underway on September 18 at Cuttack's iconic Barabati Stadium, with the tournament final scheduled for September 27. The 10-day competition will bring together cricketers from across the state, offering established players and emerging talent an opportunity to compete in a high-intensity T20 environment. Six franchises representing different regions of Odisha Cuttack, Bhubaneswar, Kandujhar, Puri, Rourkela and Sambalpur will feature in the tournament. The regional representation is expected to add a strong local flavour to the competition while providing players from different districts with a platform to test themselves against quality opposition. The tournament will also give young cricketers valuable exposure and match experience, with performances potentially helping them progress to higher levels of the domestic game. Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary Sanjay Behera welcomed the return of the competition and said the association looked forward to another season at Barabati Stadium. Speaking about the upcoming season, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary Sanjay Behera expressed his delight. We are very happy that the Odisha T20 League 2026 is set to begin on September 18. The tournament will continue until September 27, and we are looking forward to an exciting season of cricket at the Barabati Stadium. Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary Sanjay Behera welcomed the return of the competition and said the association looked forward to another season at Barabati Stadium. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With the competition bringing together players from across Odisha, the 2026 edition is set to combine regional representation with a focus on nurturing the state's emerging cricketing talent. The historic Barabati Stadium, which has previously hosted international cricket, will serve as the centrepiece for the tournament from September 18 through to the September 27 final. Article Source: IANS
UPI: Transforming India's Payment Landscape
Towards a Unified Payment Ecosystem India's digital payments ecosystem has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. It is driven by the vision of creating a simple and secure payment system accessible to every citizen. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has emerged as a cornerstone of Indias digital payments revolution. Today, UPI is accepted in 11 countries, with Greece and the Maldives being the latest to adopt India's real-time payment platform. UPI and its Evolution With interoperable design and ease of use, UPI has fundamentally changed the way individuals, businesses and government entities transact. Real-time payment system that powers multiple bank accounts through a single mobile application of any participating bank or payment service provider. Integrates multiple banking services, fund transfers and merchant payments on a single platform. Enables round-the-clock digital payments. Uses two-factor authentication and end-to-end encryption to enhance transaction security. Over the past decade, UPI has evolved into the backbone of India's digital payments ecosystem. Following are some of the key milestones in the evolution of UPI: 2016 UPI was launched on a pilot basis in April 2016 with 21 member banks. In August 2016, it was rolled out to the public as participating banks made their UPI-enabled mobile applications available on the Google Play Store. The BHIM application was launched in December 2016 to enable digital payments using UPI. It allows users to make direct bank-to-bank transactions through mobile devices. 2017 Dynamic QR, a retail merchant platform enabling UPI payments via dynamic QR codes was launched, which dynamically included transaction specifics like payee info and exact totals, removing manual amount entry. 2018 UPI 2.0 was introduced with enhanced features to make digital payments simpler, more secure and seamless. Invoice in the Inbox allows users to view bills or invoices before authorising payments. Signed Intent and QR enables simplifies payment authorisation while maintaining security. UPI Mandates enables recurring payments through pre-authorised instructions. Overdraft account linking allows users to make UPI transactions using their overdraft accounts. 2019 SEBI allowed retail individual investors to use UPI as an alternative payment mechanism when applying for IPOs through designated intermediaries. UPI crossed the milestone of one billion transactions in a month in October 2019, reflecting rapid nationwide adoption. 2020-2022 UPI AutoPay was launched to support recurring e-mandates for subscriptions, utility bills, insurance premiums, SIPs and EMIs. Feature phone users were brought into the digital payments ecosystem through the launch of UPI 123PAY. It allows transactions through interactive voice response (IVR) number, app-based functionality, missed calls-based approach and proximity sound-based payments. UPI Lite was introduced to enable low-value transactions in a faster and PIN-less manner. The integration of credit cards with UPI further expanded digital payment options for users. During FY 2021-22, UPI processed transactions worth over US$1 trillion and crossed 5 billion monthly transactions in March 2022. It also expanded internationally with its launch in Bhutan, marking its first cross-border deployment. 2023 Credit Line on UPI was introduced, allowing pre-sanctioned bank credit lines to be linked as a funding account. UPI accounted for ~70% of India's digital payment transactions during FY 202324. 2024 UPI Circle was introduced, enabling primary users to authorise secondary users with predefined transaction limits on the primary users bank account. RBI enhanced the UPI transaction limit for tax payments from 1 lakh to 5 lakh per transaction. Higher limits also apply to select categories, including capital markets, IPO subscriptions, loan collections, insurance, healthcare and education. The per-transaction limit for UPI 123Pay was raised to 10,000, expanding its range of use cases. The UPI Lite wallet limit was increased to 5,000, with the per-transaction limit raised to 1,000. 2025 On-device authentication for UPI was introduced, enabling payments through smartphone fingerprint or face unlock. Aadhaar-based Face Authentication simplified UPI PIN onboarding, especially for first-time users, senior citizens and those without easy access to cards. UPI Today UPI has witnessed unprecedented growth in both transaction volume and value, reflecting its widespread adoption by individuals, businesses and financial institutions. From FY 2016-17 to FY 2025-26: Annual transaction volume increased from 2 crore transactions to over 24,162 crore transactions. It represents ~12,000-fold increase. Annual transaction value grew from 0.07 lakh crore to ~314 lakh crore, recording more than 4,000-fold increase. UPI has transformed the scale and reach of digital payments in India. In July 2026: The UPI ecosystem comprises 741 live banks, reflecting its widespread adoption across India's banking sector. UPI processed 2,365.8 crore transactions; and Total transaction value stood at 29.87 lakh crore. UPI's Global Footprint UPI has emerged as a leading real-time payment system globally. As of 2024, UPI accounted for ~49% of global real-time payment transaction volume. This achievement was highlighted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its Growing Retail Digital Payments: The Value of Interoperability report, published in June 2025. UPIs Global Footprint Continues to Expand UPI is operational in Bhutan, Nepal, Singapore, the UAE, France, Sri Lanka, Mauritius and Qatar, enabling seamless cross-border digital payments. In June 2026, NPCI International Payments Limited partnered with ACLEDA Bank Plc. to launch UPI acceptance in Cambodia, further strengthening Indias cross-border digital payment connectivity In June 2026, UPI went Live in Greece for Cross Border Remittances, where eligible customers can transfer money instantly, securely, and seamlessly between Greece India (through Eurobank). On 30th July 2026, Cross Border Remittances between the Maldives Instant Payment System, Favara, and Indias UPI went live, marking a transformative milestone in cross-border digital financial connectivity and bilateral economic cooperation between the Maldives and India. As on date, UPI is live in 11 foreign countries for UPI Acceptance and/or Cross Border Remittances. A Decade of Digital Transformation UPI has transformed the way India transacts by making digital payments simple, secure and interoperable. Its rapid adoption, continuous innovation and expanding global presence have made UPI a key component of India's Digital Public Infrastructure. (Courtesy - PIB Srinagar)
Kriti Sanon Responds to Kangana Ranauts Critique on Raksha Bandhan Ad
Mumbai, August 25: Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon is currently making headlines due to a Raksha Bandhan advertisement. Her Indo-Western look in a jewelry brands campaign has drawn mixed reactions. Some social media users have criticized her outfit, leading to a pointed remark from actress Kangana Ranaut, who indirectly targeted the ads styling. Kriti has now ... Read more Kriti Sanon Responds to Kangana Ranauts Critique on Raksha Bandhan Ad
India's sugar mills, refiners seen importing just half of duty-free quota
Indian sugar mills may import only half the allowed raw sugar quota. Falling domestic prices have reduced the profitability of these planned imports. Refineries are expected to take most of the available import volume. Domestic supplies are anticipated to rise from mid-October with the new season.
Xiaomi launches Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact and Air Purifier 6 in India, starting at Rs 7,999
Xiaomi launches Mijia Smart Air Purifier Compact and Air Purifier in India starting at Rs
Markets bounce back as crude oil drops below $90 per barrel; Sensex climbs 287 points
After remaining in negative territory for most part of the day, the 30-share BSE Sensex bounced back during the fag-end of trading
Rajnath clears DRDO missile tech transfer to private firms
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies of all conventional missile systems to Indian industries for production within the country. This Transfer of Technology (ToT) marks an important milestone in promoting greater participation of the Indian industries in the defence ecosystem by enabling them to undertake indigenous production, as Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Missed EPF coverage? Firms can add workers till October 31
Missed EPF coverage Firms can add workers till October
This year, rakhi sales are projected to approach 25,000 crore, with the overall festive trade, including gifts and apparel, likely surpassing 30,000 crore. Many rakhis now celebrate themes such as Viksit Bharat and women's empowerment.
Mahanadi Faces Minor Flood Risk; Other Rivers Stable: EIC
The Water Resources Department has indicated a minor flood situation in the Mahanadi, while confirming that other major rivers in Odisha remain stable. EngineerinChief Dillip Kumar Rout told reporters that rivers such as Baitarani, Salandi, Subarnarekha, and Brahmani are currently under control with no flood threat. However, rainfall in Chhattisgarh has led to a rise [] The post Mahanadi Faces Minor Flood Risk; Other Rivers Stable: EIC appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Gandhari trailer: Taapsee Pannu vows to rescue her kidnapped daughter in action-thriller
Written and produced by Kanika Dhillon, the film has been directed by Devashish Makhija
Arippa land struggle beneficiaries in Keralam face bleak Onam
More than 200 landless families are caught in an administrative trap after receiving title deeds, reportedly without Forest dept. NOC; panchayat authorities refuse to issue basic documentation, leaving residents without possession certificates, house numbers, or power connections
You're Just Wasting Time: Sarfaraz Khan Taunts Sri Lanka Skipper With Brutal Dig During 2nd Test
Sarfaraz Khan taunted Dhananjaya de Silva with a cheeky remark on Day 3 of the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo.
One Nation, One Election not practical for a diverse country: RJDs Manoj Jha
RJD leader Manoj Jha says the One Nation, One Election proposal is not practical for a diverse country like India, raising concerns over simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.
India, Bangladesh Discuss Bilateral Economic, Commercial Cooperation
During the talks the two sides discussed reopening of border haats, making the land ports fully operational and lifting restrictions on the import of yarn through land routes by Dhaka
Toxic advance booking shows massive craze, Yash eyes second-biggest opener after KGF 2
Kannada actor Yash's highly anticipated film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is generating strong interest ahead of its theatrical release on August 26. The film has recorded a robust response in advance bookings, despite...
Nellore: Family of 3 Held for Train Thefts, Rs 13.65 Lakh Jewellery Recovered
Police recovered 104.248 grams of gold jewellery worth about Rs.13.40 lakh and 180 grams of silver articles valued at Rs.25,000 from the accused. The valuables were allegedly stolen in eight separate offences.
East Zone thrash North East Zone to seal spot in Duleep Trophy semis; who do they play next?
East Zone booked their place in the Duleep Trophy semi-finals with an innings-and-210-run victory over North East Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 2 in Bengaluru. The result was set up by two...
BRS To Launch Campaign Against Congress Govt Betrayal in Sept
US diplomats heading back to Middle East as immediate Iran war risk recedes: Report
Harish Rao Demands High Court Probe Into 22A Properties List in Telangana
AAP Leader Somnath Bharti Criticizes BJP Governments Performance in Delhi
New Delhi, August 25: Aam Aadmi Party leader Somnath Bharti has launched a verbal attack on the Delhi government. He accused the BJP of failing to deliver on its promises to the people of Delhi, nearly a year and a half after coming to power. Bharti highlighted several issues, including the cleaning of the Yamuna ... Read more AAP Leader Somnath Bharti Criticizes BJP Governments Performance in Delhi
Can you get dementia from long-term exposure to traffic noise? | In Focus podcast
Emil Basil Scaria speaks to us about traffic noise, cognitive health, and the possible risk of dementia.
Prove your grandfather died: IIT Delhi alumnus recalls 2011 ordeal amid protests
Prove your grandfather died IIT Delhi alumnus recalls ordeal amid protests
US military transport plane lands in Moscow, Kremlin says it has no information yet
A United States military transport plane landed at Moscow's Vnukovo airport Tuesday. The large Boeing Globemaster flew directly from Riga, Latvia, arriving around 0700 GMT. This aircraft had previously arrived in Riga from a US airbase on August 23. The Kremlin stated it had no information regarding the plane's arrival. The last direct US jet flight to Russia from Europe occurred in January.
...we accordingly direct that every penny of donation must come to the donation boxes or online temple treasury and any impediment created by sevayats or anyone else shall be viewed very seriously, the Supreme Court said
West Bengal Has 4,133 Schools With Not A Single Student Enrolled, Centre's Report Reveals
Nora Fatehi claims influencers were paid to amplify Sarke Chunar Teri song backlash
Nora Fatehi claims influencers were paid to amplify Sarke Chunar Teri song backlash
Rupee rises 24 paise to close at 95.46 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the overall weakness in the U.S. dollar on declining odds of a rate hike may support the rupee at lower levels
India's HIV infections are rising. Why twice-yearly lenacapavir matters
Indias HIV infections are rising Why twiceyearly lenacapavir matters
Bengaluru startup founder says job rejection isn't personal after candidate returns
Bengaluru startup founder says job rejection isnt personal after candidate returns
Residential property prices in Ghaziabad are steadily declining. Prices have fallen by up to 17% year-on-year. This is good news for buyers planning to purchase a home in the city.Delhi-NCR real estate marketIf you're planning to buy a home in Delhi-NCR, this news is for you. Ghaziabad is the...
What can AI recognize from your voice, how to avoid voice cloning?
AI voice cloning allows criminals to imitate someone's voice and falsely accuse family members of demanding money. Here are some simple and important ways to avoid such frauds.Voice scam by AINowadays, the use of AI has increased so much that its disadvantages are as numerous as its advantages...
New Delhi [India], August 25: Croma, India's trusted omni-channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, today launched 'Ghar Banta Hai Croma Se' celebrating its deep connection with Indian households, and the relationships, conversations, and memories that turn a house into a home.
Delhi HC abates Sajjan Kumar's appeal against conviction in 1984 riots case following his death
Sajjan Kumar, who was serving two life sentences in Tihar jail in connection with the 1984 riots, died on August 20. Earlier, he was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Delhi High Court on December 17, 2018, in another case related to the killing of five Sikhs and the burning of a gurdwara during the anti-Sikh riots.
Delhi govt issues advisory for schools as H1N1 cases rise; CM calls emergency meet
Amid rising cases of H1N1 in the national capital, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta called an emergency review meeting on Tuesday, said Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh. Following a review meeting with senior officials of the Health Department, MCD, NDMC and Delhi Cantonment Board, Singh asserted that the situation is under control with adequate doctors and medicines.
What is the Android Pulse app? Learn about the silent work being done on your phone.
This app will keep an eye on your smartphone's battery suddenly draining quickly, the phone overheating, or any app using excessive resources in the background.(What is Android Pulse App)Smartphones come with numerous apps that people use to suit their needs. In today's technological world, ap...
Mumbai Creator Makes Train Passengers Get Up For Fake Seat Audit, Railways Takes Action
After the videos came to the attention of the RPF, officials summoned Jha to Bandra and counselled him about his conduct.
SC to set up special bench on OBC creamy-layer criteria
The Supreme Court has agreed to constitute a special bench to address the Centre's plea regarding the applicability of its March 11 judgment on OBC creamy-layer criteria to candidates of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) seeks to proceed with service allocation for 958 recommended candidates based on the creamy-layer determination applied before the verdict, citing potential unequal treatment and disruption to training schedules.
Rajnath Singh approves transfer of DRDO missile tech to Indian defence industry
Rajnath Singh approves transfer of DRDO missile tech to Indian defence industry
Attention Axis Bank card holders, you can get a discount of Rs 20,000 on weekend trips.
Those booking with an Axis Bank credit card on MakeMyTrip will receive discounts on travel bookings, including flights, hotels, and holiday packages, for select long weekends. Extra savings on packages can be up to 20,000.Axis Bank offer: Get a discount of Rs 20,000, know hereIf you're planni...
Ramchander Rao Ends Fast for Releasing Fees Reimbursement Scheme Dues
BJP MP K Laxman offered lemon juice to Rao, marking the end of the fast
MoHUA Delegation Reviews Preparations for UMI Conference 2026 in Bhubaneswar
A threemember delegation from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) met Additional Chief Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, Smt. Usha Padhee at Kharavela Bhawan today to discuss preparations for the upcoming 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2026, scheduled in Bhubaneswar from October23 to 25. The national flagship event will [] The post MoHUA Delegation Reviews Preparations for UMI Conference 2026 in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Chinas Hackers Use DeepSeek for Attacks, Researchers Say
State-affiliated cyber groups more than doubled the amount of attacks they carried out since they began delegating mundane tasks to AI and using it to develop advanced malicious software
Why are banks closed today, Tuesday? Find out why the RBI has declared a holiday.
While Tuesday isn't a holiday, why are banks closed today? You can learn the reason for this holiday here.Banks are closed today, August 25th. But the question is why the RBI has declared a holiday on Tuesday. We're telling you about it here. The reasons for today's bank closure ar...
Prakash Raj Announces Movement Against Election Commission Over SIR
Prakash Raj said that the protests will start on September 1, and also would approach the courts seeking a halt to the entire SIR process
In good news for international travellers, the Bureau of Immigration (BoI) has announced that travellers can use e-boarding passes displayed on their smartphones during immigration clearance at Indian airports, as the procedure of physically stamping these documents has been eliminated. The step aims to reduce passenger inconvenience and simplify the immigration process at airports.
Jefferies has picked Bajaj Finance, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company, Aditya Birla Capital and Shriram Finance to outperform the Nifty and bank stocks, with target prices implying up to 20% upside. The brokerage expects strong earnings growth, asset-quality improvement and EPS upgrades to drive gains, despite limited scope for valuation re-rating.
AP Techie Threatened By Online Friend, Loses Rs 1.5 cr
According to the police, the woman, working as a software professional in Hyderabad, developed acquaintance with Gautam on Snapchat. Gautam introduced himself as a techie and told her that he invested Rs 50 lakh in crypto currency. Later, he said he was cheated and that he lost all the money
Federal Bank falls 4% on report of Jana Small Finance Bank stake acquisition
Federal Bank shares fell nearly 4% after reports that the lender may acquire a controlling stake in Jana Small Finance Bank. The deal could involve buying Jana Holdings 16.9% stake followed by an open offer. Jana Holdings is seeking to sell its stake to meet bond repayment obligations by December 2026.
