An encounter between terrorists and police erupted in Kathua district's Nuknali Nalla area, while an overnight gunfight in Poonch's Pathanateer area ended with one terrorist likely injured. Reinforcements have been sent to Kathua, and a search operation continues in Poonch to capture the fleeing militants.
Manipur Police have raised concerns over the use of sophisticated weapons during protests, urging demonstrators to avoid such tactics. DIG N Herojit Singh highlighted incidents involving automatic firearms and stressed the need for restraint. The police call for non-violent, democratic methods and community cooperation to maintain law and order.
Six minors have been arrested for the murder of a 16-year-old boy in Khetalpur village. The incident, involving a love triangle with a teenage girl, led to the victim being strangled after being intoxicated. The suspects confessed to targeting him due to his romantic involvement. They will be presented in Juvenile Justice Court and sent to a juvenile home pending further proceedings.
The Congress has responded to Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's criticism of Rahul Gandhi's remarks on reservation. The party questioned Dhankhar's stance, asking if he supports the refusal to conduct a caste census or the push for it. Gandhi recently advocated for increasing reservations beyond 50% during his US visit.
As climate change accelerates, the need for efficient cooling systems becomes crucial. The Kigali Amendment aims to phase down harmful refrigerants and improve energy efficiency. This effort can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and offer health benefits. Coordinated efforts across various stakeholders are essential to achieve these goals.
An inter-departmental committee may be formed to regulate online gaming platforms and ensure compliance, according to a DGGI report. The GST intelligence wing has taken action against 118 domestic entities and issued notices involving Rs 1,10,531.91 crore. Offshore entities are also under investigation for non-compliance.
Kerala Health Minister Veena George confirmed that a man who recently died in Malappuram was infected with Nipah virus. The outbreak in Malappuram has been contained, and restrictions have been lifted after a 42-day double incubation period. All 472 people under observation have been cleared and removed from the contact list.
In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, two couples and a woman were allegedly beaten to death on suspicion of practising witchcraft. Five villagers have been detained and are being interrogated. The incident occurred in Ektal village under Konta police station limits. A similar incident happened recently in Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, where four family members were killed over black magic suspicions.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar highlighted India's unstoppable rise, stating the country is no longer a 'sleeping giant'. Speaking at Ramdeobaba University in Nagpur, he emphasized that education should be seen as a service, not commerce. Dhankhar also noted the removal of corrupt middlemen and praised artificial intelligence as a tool for good governance.
Winter will arrive soon. It's now time to spend part of your summer funds to feel the shivers and take a vacation from your busy life. During the winter, especially when there is snowfall, a routine excursion might become an exciting and thrilling one.
Saleema Imtiaz has become the first Pakistani woman to be nominated to the ICC international panel of development umpires, making her eligible to officiate in women's bilateral international matches and ICC women's events. This milestone reflects the growing influence of women in cricket and the PCB's commitment to fostering their development.
Cathay Cargo, part of Cathay Pacific Airways, is in talks with an Indian airline to use its Hong Kong-based cargo terminal. The facility has a capacity of 2.7 million tonnes annually and aims for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Cathay Cargo also focuses on sustainability and operational efficiency improvements.
Essar Group's IT arm, Black Box, aims to grow its India business share by 1-2 percentage points as it targets USD 2 billion in revenue by 2027-28. The company plans to leverage its global expertise and expand its workforce in India from 600 to around 1,000 employees. Black Box focuses on sectors like banking, finance, healthcare, technology, and industrial.
In an interview with PTI, Meta India vice president Sandhya Devanathan said India is the leading market for short-form video Reels' watch-time on Instagram. The Facebook and Instagram parent Meta is upbeat about the pace and extent to which Reels has caught on with creators and brands alike.
Every now and then the market goes through phases, where it prefers a certain set of stocks, not based on sector but based on the overall market cap. So, sometimes it is large caps, at other mid-caps. Now this partially happens, due to the flows which are coming to markets. For example, if more flows are coming to mid-cap or multicap schemes there is bound to be out performance in the mid-cap space. When flows for large caps would increase as has been the case in the month of August. they performed better. Читать дальше...
Modi 3.0 has completed its first 100 days, achieving several targets set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The government has cleared projects worth Rs 3 lakh crore, focusing on infrastructure and farming. Initiatives for youth employment, women empowerment, and tribal development have been launched. Efforts in healthcare, security, and cybercrime mitigation have also been highlighted.
Arvind Kejriwal announced his resignation as Delhi's Chief Minister, to be effective in two days. He plans to stay out of office until the upcoming elections, urging voters to support him if they believe in his honesty. The Election Commission's decision on early polls remains uncertain.
The local meteorological department has issued a 'yellow' alert for thunderstorms and lightning in six districts of Himachal Pradesh on Sunday and Wednesday. Intermittent rains have been recorded, with Kasauli receiving the highest rainfall of 53 mm. Over 40 roads are closed, and 53 power supply schemes disrupted. The state has faced significant losses and casualties during this monsoon season.
India needs to boost container production, promote domestic use, strengthen shipping firms, and enhance port infrastructure. High freight costs, container shortages, and reliance on foreign carriers challenge exports. Domestic shipping handles only 5-10% of trade volume, with heavy dependence on Chinese containers making India vulnerable to supply disruptions.
Neeraj Chopra, India's top javelin thrower, revealed he fractured his left hand's fourth metacarpal during practice. Despite the injury and ongoing groin issues, he competed in the Diamond League final in Brussels, finishing second with a throw of 87.86 meters. Chopra aims to address his fitness challenges soon.
Due to the approaching Typhoon Bebinca, all flights at Shanghai's Pudong and Hongqiao airports will be canceled starting from 8 pm, according to Chinese state media.
Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer has stated that initial misunderstandings with India have been resolved following the repatriation of Indian troops. He emphasized strong ties with both China and India. Zameer also dismissed the need for an IMF bailout, citing temporary economic challenges and ongoing reforms to address fiscal issues. The Maldives continues to strengthen bilateral relations with key allies.
