A group of OBC and Dalit religious mutt heads supported CM Siddaramaiah amid political and legal scrutiny over the allocation of plots to his wife in Mysuru. The swamis met the CM in Bengaluru, demonstrating their backing, and conveyed their allegiance to the Congress leader as he faced calls for resignation from the BJP and JDS.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita has liberated India's democracy from its colonial past. During the Platinum Jubilee celebrations of the Rajasthan High Court, he emphasized the importance of simplifying justice and modernizing the judicial process through technology. He also mentioned the abolition of outdated colonial laws and the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Nari Hira, a trailblazer in Indian media and founder of Stardust Magazine, died at 86 on August 23. He reshaped magazine publishing with titles like Stardust, Society, and Savvy. Praised by Shobhaa De and Vir Sanghvi, Hira was known for his innovative publishing approach. His son Rahuul Hira now heads Magna Publishing.
Omar Abdullah, vice president of the National Conference, claimed the PDP copied NC's manifesto and urged PDP not to contest against the NC-Congress alliance, citing their shared agenda. Abdullah also hinted he might reconsider contesting the assembly elections following persistent requests from party workers.
The Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association filed a complaint after their squad was denied visas by the Indian High Commission for the IBSF World Championships in Bengaluru. Despite timely applications and government approvals, three players and a referee could not participate. The issue has been raised with the international and Indian snooker bodies.
Ajit Prasad, son of Faizabad MP Awadhesh Prasad, was likely to be the Samajwadi Party candidate for the Milkipur constituency in the upcoming assembly bypolls. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav discussed his candidacy with party members. Although an official announcement is pending, Ajit's name has been finalized within the party.
US-based proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis has recommended that shareholders of Godfrey Phillips India vote "against" the special resolution to reappoint Bina Modi as Managing Director, citing concerns about her remuneration and lack of performance conditions. Glass Lewis supports Samir Modi's continued board presence despite ongoing family and boardroom conflicts.
Suraksha Group invested Rs 250 crore in Jaypee Infratech and arranged a Rs 3,000 crore loan following its acquisition. With Rs 1,250 crore in funds, the group aims to complete 20,000 unfinished flats in Delhi NCR, accelerating construction activities and awarding contracts to various companies.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray questioned the revenue generation from introducing cheetahs at Kuno Park in Madhya Pradesh, citing the success of penguins at Mumbai zoo. Thackeray highlighted the financial benefits of penguins in Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan managed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). He spearheaded the penguin launch project and the 'Project Cheetah', a large wild carnivore translocation initiative, which saw the successful transfer of cheetahs to Kuno Park.
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's trial for violence on May 9 last year may be transferred to military courts due to attacks on military installations. Government spokesperson Barrister Aqeel Malik stated that the Army Act could apply. Khan's arrest sparked violent protests, with his party workers allegedly damaging military sites. Malik accused Khan of orchestrating the riots. The trial could proceed in a military court following the arrest of former intelligence chief Lt-Gen (retired) Faiz Hameed.
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Omar Abdullah, vice president of the National Conference, thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah for highlighting their election manifesto. Shah criticized the Congress for its alliance with the NC. Abdullah denied any manifesto-related claims about name changes and welcomed reports of independent candidacies from banned Jamaat-e-Islami leaders in the elections.
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev stated that Pavel Durov, Telegram founder, erred by leaving Russia. Durov was detained in France on charges linked to his app and its misuse. Medvedev had previously warned him about the consequences of not aiding law enforcement. The Russian embassy in France demanded consular access, noting France's lack of engagement. The incident highlights the complex relationship between Russia and its expatriates.
Vanathi Srinivasan of the BJP Mahila Morcha claimed that NC and PDP are misleading voters about restoring Article 370. She asserted that BJP is the only party capable of bringing peace and development to Jammu and Kashmir. Srinivasan commended the party's efforts to engage women and promote government welfare schemes in remote areas.
Seers from Dalit and backward class communities met Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, declaring their unconditional moral support after the Governor approved prosecution in the MUDA 'scam'. They criticized Central government efforts to destabilize the administration. The High Court delayed proceedings in the special court until August 29.
Odisha has culled more than a thousand chickens following a confirmed H5N1 bird flu outbreak in the Puri district. The outbreak occurred after the deaths of 1,800 birds at a local poultry farm. Efforts are ongoing to cull approximately 20,000 birds to prevent further spread, given the virus's potential risk to animals and humans.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed authorities to ensure elaborate celebrations for Sri Krishna Janmashtami across the state, focusing on security, cleanliness, and logistics at events. Orders were given for videography, drone monitoring, and regular police patrolling to prevent disputes and maintain public safety. Adequate police deployment was mandated for crowded areas.
The South China Sea saw another clash between the Philippines and China over a resupply mission for Filipino fishermen. Manila accused China of aggressive tactics, prompting a call for Beijing to cease provocative actions. Chinese ships reportedly used perilous maneuvers, forcing the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries vessel to abandon its mission. The U.S. echoed Manila's concerns, condemning China's actions and seeking regional peace and stability.
Job seekers often skip job listings if they don’t meet all the qualifications, mistakenly believing they must fulfill every requirement to apply. However, employers are generally more flexible and value potential, transferable skills, and a good cultural fit over strict adherence to job criteria.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government approved the Unified Pension Scheme on August 24, benefitting 23 lakh government employees starting April 1, 2025. Employees under the current National Pension Scheme can opt for the UPS, which assures pensions, family pensions, and inflation adjustments. This decision was praised by BJP states, while others demanded a return to the Old Pension Scheme.
Indian benchmark equity indices Nifty and Sensex ended flat in a highly volatile session on Friday, while global markets advanced after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that "the time has come" to reduce interest rates.
