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At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 11 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 7 hours. On Tuesday, August 26, 77,837 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 21,510 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.49 crore on the same day.
Rain lashed all 11 districts of Delhi today, with the IMD predicting more showers. Authorities warned of traffic congestion, slippery roads, and minor damage to crops and vulnerable structures. Residents were advised to stay indoors, avoid trees and water bodies, and follow safety precautions. Temperatures ranged 24.5-33°C; AQI was 69.
Union Bank of India (UBI) has announced 250 Specialist Officer vacancies, including Wealth Manager roles. Applications close tomorrow. Candidates must apply online at unionbankofindia.co.in. Selected applicants are required to serve for two years; early resignation will incur a penalty of ₹2.5 lakh. Interested candidates should apply before the deadline.
Despite the US imposing 50% tariffs on Indian goods, impacting $48 billion in exports including textiles, gems, and electronics, India may not retaliate due to trade dependencies. The tariffs exclude essential medicines. India could seek diplomatic or WTO-level resolution, as retaliation may disrupt broader strategic and economic ties with the US.
India has issued fresh humanitarian flood alerts to Pakistan over the Tawi river, following heavy rainfall in northern states that forced dam releases. Despite suspending routine Indus Waters Treaty data sharing after the April Pahalgam attack, India warned of high flood risks to prevent loss of life and property, as rivers in Jammu and Punjab […]
Mumbai’s GSB Seva Mandal Ganpati, adorned with 69 kg of gold and 336 kg of silver, is the richest Ganpati in India. This year, it has record insurance coverage of ₹474.46 crore, including ₹375 crore for priests, volunteers, cooks, and security, and ₹30 crore for public liability, ensuring comprehensive safety during festivities.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin and DMK MP Kanimozhi joined the Congress-led ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur. Stalin, alongside Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Tejashwi Yadav, called it a movement turning public pain into strength. Earlier, Rahul and Tejashwi rode bikes through Muzaffarpur. The 1,300-km yatra ends in Patna on September 1.
IMD issued a red alert for Chamba, Kangra, and Mandi amid relentless rain in Himachal Pradesh. Though Mandi and Kullu saw brief clear skies, threats of landslides and rising water persist. Road links between Mandi and Kullu remain disrupted as both main and alternate routes are blocked, prompting high alert across districts.
Former Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy extended Vinayaka Chavithi greetings to the people of the state. He wished that Lord Ganesha bless everyone with good health, strength, long life, prosperity, and happiness. He prayed that Lord Vigneshwara removes all obstacles to good deeds and brings joy to every household in the state.
78,406 cusecs of water flowed into the Nizamsagar Project from upstream today. To manage the inflow, officials opened 16 gates, releasing 152,848 cusecs into the Manjeera River. The reservoir’s current level stands at 17.441 TMC out of its 17.802 TMC capacity. Authorities warned against taking selfies near water flow zones.
Hyderabad police have issued guidelines for devotees visiting Khairatabad’s Lord Ganesh. Darshan will be allowed daily from 6 am to 11 pm. Devotees are advised to use public transport to avoid congestion. The area will be under continuous surveillance with 60 CCTV cameras to ensure smooth and secure festival proceedings.
Kochi Police revealed actress Lakshmi Menon is absconding after being named in a kidnapping and assault case involving an IT professional. Three others are in custody. The incident followed a bar altercation, and Menon was allegedly in the car used. Known for Tamil films, she’s won multiple awards since debuting in 2011.
SS Rajamouli’s “Baahubali: The Epic,” a hybrid recut of the two-part saga, is set for a grand multi-language release on October 31, 2025. Teaser excitement soared, but fans should note some original sequences are removed. Rajamouli revealed the Kanna Nidhurinchara song and Tamannaah-Prabhas romantic scenes won’t feature, marking tough creative decisions.
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Former Team India Test captain Rohit Sharma said Test cricket is mentally very demanding. He said that it requires long-term endurance, but it’s also mentally exhausting. Rohit retired from Test cricket in May this year. He played 67 Tests in total, scoring 4,301 runs, leaving a lasting mark on the longest format of the game.