A residential building collapsed in Bhiwandi, killing at least five people. Several individuals are feared trapped inside the debris after the structure fell. Rescue teams are actively searching the collapsed building using heavy machinery. The building had been declared dangerous and notices were issued for evacuation. Most families had moved out, but some occupants remained
Rajya Sabha saw a heated debate during the Public Examinations Bill discussion. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge cited Manusmriti, alleging its influence on BJP’s curriculum. JP Nadda challenged Kharge to produce the original manuscript for authentication. Kharge quoted alleged discriminatory verses against Shudras from the ancient text. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi countered, referencing Ambedkar’s writings on
The Liberty and Aces meet Thursday at Michelob ULTRA Arena with both rosters banged up. New York is missing Satou Sabally (concussion) and Leonie Fiebich (foot), while Marine Johannes is questionable with an ankle injury. Las Vegas has ruled out Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (concussion) and lost Janiah Barker for the season, though NaLyssa Smith is expected
Government MPs criticized opposition for politicizing the NEET-UG paper leak issue. They highlighted government dialogue with students and a proposed stronger law. Senior ministers held talks with students and activist Sonam Wangchuk. A fast-track court and task force were established to address concerns. The proposed bill aims for stringent punishment and time-bound investigations.
Ajinkya Rahane represented India in 85 Tests, scoring 5,077 runs, including 12 centuries and 26 fifties, at an average of 38.46. In ODIs, he played 90 matches and scored 2,962 runs, with three centuries and 24 fifties at an average of 35.26. In T20Is, Rahane featured in 20 matches and scored 375 runs, including one
India’s July monsoon rainfall exceeded expectations, defying earlier forecasts of below-normal precipitation. This unexpected recovery eased fears of a significant monsoon shortfall for the nation. However, rainfall distribution remained uneven across different regions of the country. Experts now emphasize that El Nino alone cannot explain India’s changing rainfall behaviour. Climate change is increasingly altering monsoon
Kantara star Rishab Shetty shared his appreciation for the Ramayana-The Introduction trailer. He lauded the film’s convincing cinematic world and the team’s efforts. Shetty also praised the cast for their responsible portrayal of iconic mythological figures. He highlighted Ranbir Kapoor’s divine presence and Yash’s impactful performance as Raavana. The music by A.R. Rahman and Hans
The Supreme Court questioned Parliament’s decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. Justices noted the CJI’s inclusion in other key appointment committees. The court heard arguments challenging the 2023 Act’s appointment process. The government urged the court not to question legislative wisdom. The bench clarified it was not questioning the
Government ministries have offered varied figures regarding fuel efficiency changes. Older vehicles using E20 fuel may see a slight mileage reduction. The Road Transport Ministry cited a 2-6% potential decrease in efficiency. The Petroleum Ministry indicated a general reduction of about 3-5%. Both ministries stressed that fuel economy depends on driving and maintenance factors.
NTT Data Payment Services is developing a hub-based architecture for cross-border retail payments. This strategy aims to connect India’s UPI with other Asian fast payment systems. The company’s Adaptis brand unifies its digital payment suite across various markets. This new model moves away from slow, one-to-one country links. Merchants and consumers will transact seamlessly across
