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Phoenix, Arizona, US, has recorded a staggering 113 consecutive days over 100°F (38°C), leading to hundreds of heat-related deaths and increased wildfire acreage across the state. This summer broke the previous record by nearly two degrees, marking the hottest ever for the city. Officials report 256 confirmed heat deaths and 393 suspected cases, significantly impacting […]
A mysterious 18th-century necklace featuring around 500 diamonds, some believed to be linked to Marie Antoinette, will be auctioned by Sotheby’s on November 11 in Geneva. With online bidding starting on October 25, the necklace is expected to fetch $1.8 to $2.8 million. Previously owned by the Marquesses of Anglesey, it will make its first […]
The Kaleswaram Commission’s public inquiry is ongoing, with engineers and accounting officers set to be questioned starting Tuesday. The investigation will last for five days, during which more than 40 engineers are expected to be interrogated. Reports indicate that the commission will also look into the project engineers from Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a law mandating schools to limit or ban smartphone usage, recognizing the mental health risks associated with excessive use. 13 states have also implemented similar restrictions. The bill requires school boards to establish policies on smartphone use by July 1, 2026, reflecting concerns over adolescents’ mental well-being related to […]
The Delhi Police’s crime branch has summoned Ashok Gehlot’s former OSD, Lokesh Sharma, for questioning in a phone-tapping case filed by Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Sharma claims Gehlot provided him the controversial clip about toppling the Congress government in 2020, marking a shift from his earlier statement. Sharma is set to appear on September […]
PM Modi concluded his “successful and substantial” three-day US visit on Monday, attending the Quad Leaders’ meeting and addressing the UN General Assembly’s Summit of the Future, and departs for India. He held bilateral talks with Japan’s and Australia’s leaders, focusing on deepening ties and enhancing Indo-Pacific stability. PM Modi’s visit included ...
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will visit the Goddess Kanakadurga temple located on Indrakiladri Hill in Vijayawada on Tuesday. The Jana Sena chief plans to participate in a purification program after the contamination of Tirumala laddus. Pawan, who has begun his spiritual initiation, will maintain this practice for 11 days. On October 1, he will […]
The Central Government has implemented strict measures to control the rising onion prices across the country. As part of these efforts, the NDA government has decided to sell 4.7 lakh tons of onions at wholesale prices in major cities. Additionally, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare announced that the Center plans to sell onions at ₹35 […]
Kharif crop sowing in India has exceeded 1,104 lakh hectares, with notable increases in paddy, coarse cereals, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Paddy coverage reached 413 lakh hectares, surpassing last year’s figures. Improved monsoon conditions have aided sowing. Horticulture production is projected at 353.19 million tonnes for 2023-24, supported by a ₹1.52 lakh crore budget outlay.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s car was stuck in a muddy pothole in Jharkhand. He was there to attend a public rally. In the viral video, the car Shivraj Chouhan was travelling can be seen tilted and stuck in a large pothole on a waterlogged road amid rainfall. His security then rushes to the car, […]
The government reported that India’s urban labor force participation rate (LFPR) rose to 60.1% for July 2023-June 2024, up from 57.9% the previous year. Female LFPR increased from 37% to 41.7%, while male LFPR rose slightly from 78.5% to 78.8%. The worker population ratio (WPR) also improved, with overall unemployment remaining stable at 3.2%.
BJP leader Gudur Narayana Reddy urged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to prioritize aid for struggling milk producers in the state. Farmers have not been paid for milk procurement for three months, forcing many to sell their cattle. Reddy criticized the government for failing to deliver on promises and emphasized the need for immediate action […]
Maharashtra government officially approved the renaming of Pune airport to ‘Tukaram Maharaj Airport’. This decision was taken in honor of the revered 17th-century saint. The decision was made during a cabinet meeting. This aims to pay tribute to Sant Tukaram Maharaj, a prominent spiritual figure in Maharashtra’s history, known for his devotional poetry and influence […]
In response to the “adulteration” controversy surrounding Tirupati laddus, Mankameshwar temple has banned outside prasad, allowing only homemade offerings or fruits. Mahant Devya Giri condemned the use of non-vegetarian ingredients, calling it an “unpardonable crime.” The issue surfaced after allegations of substandard ingredients, prompting AP’s CM to announce inv...
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin called upon EAM Jaishankar to intervene and address the hefty fines being imposed on Tamil Nadu fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy. Last week, 37 fishermen were detained by Sri Lankan Navy, along with three mechanized boats. CM Stalin expressed concern over the increasing instances of fishermen being arrested while […]