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Pakistani drones caused a stir along the Line of Control after being spotted by Indian security forces on Sunday night. Officials reported six drones entering Indian airspace, remaining for about five minutes before returning to Pakistani territory. Authorities suspect the drones were used for surveillance, prompting heightened alert.
SBI Chairperson Sreenivasulu Setty has urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to permit banks to fund mergers and acquisitions, a move currently restricted. The appeal comes as public sector banks (PSBs) report robust profits and healthier balance sheets, prompting discussions on expanding lending capabilities to support corporate growth.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 4 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 6 hours. On Sunday, August 24, 72,119 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 25,294 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹4.02 crore on the same day.
Following Dream11’s exit as Team India’s main sponsor, the BCCI has begun searching for a replacement. Reports suggest Japanese automotive giant Toyota has expressed interest in taking over the role. If finalized, Toyota’s branding will feature prominently on Team India’s jerseys, marking a new partnership in Indian cricket sponsorship.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL launches with Tensor G5 chip, rivaling Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s Snapdragon 8 Elite and iPhone 16 Pro Max’s A18 Pro. All three feature powerful displays, top-tier cameras, and flagship specs. Prices range from ₹1.24 lakh to ₹1.84 lakh. Pixel 10 leads in brightness. S25 Ultra excels in camera. iPhone offers […]
Renault has launched the Kiger Facelift in India, priced between ₹6.30 lakh and ₹11.30 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated model offers enhanced features over the standard version. It is powered by a 1-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine delivering 72 bhp and 96 Nm torque, paired with either a 5-speed manual or automatic gearbox.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy vowed to renominate Prof Kodandaram as MLC, despite the Supreme Court’s annulment. Calling it a conspiracy, he challenged critics and emphasized education reforms, ₹40,000 cr investment, and upcoming development of Osmania University. He also addressed student protests and job exams, accusing vested interests of stalling Telangana’s growth.
The BCCI has announced the schedule for the Duleep Trophy, a premier domestic first-class cricket tournament, to be held from August 28 to September 15. Teams from North, South, East, West, Central, and North East Zones will compete. Several star players from Team India are also expected to feature in this prestigious series.
Looking for a budget smartphone under ₹10,000 with solid Snapdragon performance? Top picks include Poco M6 Pro, Poco M7, Oppo A5x 4G, Redmi A4, and Poco C75 5G. Each offers features like 1080p video, 6000mAh battery, Android 13–15 support, 120Hz displays, and side fingerprint sensors—making them great for performance, battery life, and display quality.
The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) in Balanagar, Hyderabad, is inviting online applications for 96 Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates with qualifications like BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech, BE, Diploma, or B.Library Science in relevant disciplines can apply. The application window is open until September 9 through the recruitment portal.
Veteran Bengali actor and BJP leader Joy Banerjee died at 62 in Kolkata after battling respiratory illness and diabetes. Known for films like Chopper and Hirak Jayanti, he also contested two Lok Sabha polls with BJP. Despite briefly exiting in 2021, he remained on the party’s state committee. Party members paid tribute at the hospital.
Markets ended higher on global cues, with BSE Sensex closing at 81,635.91 (up 329.06 pts), and NSE Nifty50 at 24,967.75 (up 97.65 pts). IT stocks led the rally—Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra gained. Nifty IT rose 2.37%. Fitch affirmed India’s ‘BBB-’ rating, while RBI projected India becoming the world’s third-largest economy.
The upcoming iPhone 17 series promises major upgrades: all models—including the sleek, ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air—boast 120 Hz ProMotion displays, Apple’s new A19 (and A19 Pro) chips, and enhanced connectivity via Wi‑Fi 7 and eSIM-only setups. Cameras advance with 48 MP rear (including triple 48 MP on Pro models) and 24 MP front sensors.
Known for temples and silk, Kanchipuram now leads India in interest in extra-marital affairs, per Ashley Madison. Jumping from 17th to 1st in 2025, it reflects shifting relationship norms in smaller cities. With a 155% rise in purchases, India is now one of the platform’s fastest-growing markets, redefining intimacy beyond metro boundaries.
Amid suspended Indus Waters Treaty ties post-Pahalgam terror attack, India issued a rare flood warning to Pakistan via its High Commission, alerting about rising Tawi River levels. The gesture, amid strained relations and ongoing monsoon devastation in Pakistan, was termed a goodwill move as both nations brace for further heavy rainfall and possible flash floods.