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Eyewear giant Lenskart has partnered with Blinkit to deliver powered glasses in just 10 minutes. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa said that customers can choose their lens power and frame colour without needing a prescription. The service has been launched in Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, offering quick convenience for eyewear buyers.
Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has reacted to his retirement from international cricket. Ashwin surprised everyone by saying goodbye to cricket in December 2024. In a recent update, Ashwin revealed the reasons behind his retirement and stated that the main reason for this decision was physical and mental fatigue.
Marut Drones’ surveillance drone, Skyswift 56, has received DGCA type certification. Designed for law enforcement and covert operations, it features thermal imaging, mapping, and FPV capabilities. Portable and durable, it supports rapid deployment. Marut aims to boost skilled pilot training, addressing India’s UAV talent gap and contributing to a growing ₹6,000 crore drone economy.
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Council passed a key resolution opposing the privatization of the Vizag Steel Plant. The resolution calls for withdrawing the privatization plan, reinstating contract workers, and ensuring raw iron ore supply to the plant. It will be formally submitted to both the central and state govt’s for further action.
Rahul Dravid praised his U19 batch, highlighting Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson as standout performers. He also named Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Prithvi Shaw among top talents. Reflecting on India’s 2016 U19 campaign, Dravid emphasized preparation over winning, aiming to build future stars through meaningful exposure rather than just chasing short-term results.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking financial assistance for key development projects in the state. He requested that funds be allocated similar to the SASKHI and Purvodaya schemes. The CM is also scheduled to meet Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya to further press for central support.
Kochadai Technologies, incubated at IIT Madras Research Park, unveiled MakeGPT, an AI tool enabling users to build prototypes through simple natural language prompts. Launched at the ‘ZeroToOne, GenAI Product Day’ event, it was officially introduced by Tamil Nadu IT Minister Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan, marking a new leap in tech innovation.
The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar or 11 other documents for voter inclusion in Bihar’s SIR drive. It also allowed online claim submissions and urged political parties to assist 65 lakh excluded voters. The EC sought 15 days to prove no wrongful exclusions, as elections approach in the poll-bound state.
Thailand has announced a bumper offer for foreign tourists by providing free domestic air travel. Officials noted that most tourists visit only Phuket and Bangkok, prompting this move to encourage exploration of other tourist destinations across the country. The initiative aims to boost tourism and promote lesser-known yet attractive regions.
The BCCI has called for applications to fill two positions in the men’s senior selection panel, one in the junior panel, and four in the women’s senior panel. Applications must be submitted by September 10. Selection typically reflects zonal representation, though BCCI hasn’t confirmed which current selectors will remain.
Sri Lanka’s former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has been arrested for misuse of government funds. Wickremesinghe was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today for misusing state funds for a private overseas trip when he was President. The police had previously questioned his staff about the travel expenses.
“Jayammu Nischayammu Raa,” hosted by Jagapathi Babu, is winning hearts with its candid vibe. Produced by the creators of Sita Ramam and Kalki 2898 AD, the show features emotional chats and playful banter. After Nagarjuna’s hit episode, Sreeleela joins next with full energy. The latest episode is now streaming on Zee5.
Pradeep Ranganathan’s ‘Love Insurance Kompany’ and ‘Dude’ are both set for a Diwali 2025 release. While LIK was confirmed for October 17, doubts arose about ‘Dude’. However, the makers have reaffirmed its Diwali arrival with a new poster. An update is expected at 6:03 PM, promising double festive entertainment for fans this Diwali season.
A proposal is underway to connect 145 TMC of Godavari water allocated to Chhattisgarh with the Cauvery river. This involves constructing a dam at Ichchampally in Telangana’s Karimnagar district to divert water. Discussions with partner states have been ongoing to move the interlinking project forward, aiming to address regional water-sharing.
Megastar Chiranjeevi celebrated his 70th birthday in Goa with family. Marking the occasion, son Ram Charan shared a touching video, calling Chiru his hero, guide, and inspiration. He thanked his father for being the best any child could wish for and credited all his values and successes to Chiranjeevi’s influence.