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Shreyas Iyer was left out of India’s Asia Cup squad despite a stellar IPL season. Cricketers like Ashwin, Irfan Pathan, Uthappa, and actor Varun Dhawan expressed support. Many questioned the selection logic. Ashwin warned such snubs might force players to shift from team-first cricket to playing for personal security. Iyer still has domestic opportunities ahead.
BRS leader KTR said the party will support any Vice-Presidential nominee who ensures two lakh tonnes of urea for Telangana by September 9. Slamming Congress over the ongoing fertiliser crisis, he accused them of creating an artificial scarcity. KTR demanded transparency in fertiliser distribution and warned of state-wide protests if the crisis isn’t resolved soon.
Amit Shah and KC Venugopal clashed in Lok Sabha over new bills removing jailed ministers after 30 days. Venugopal questioned Shah’s morality, citing his 2010 arrest. Shah fired back, defending his resignation before acquittal. The heated exchange erupted amid protests against the bills, which critics say threaten democracy.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, launched earlier this year, is now available at its lowest price ever on Amazon India. The 12GB+256GB variant is priced at ₹1,07,230, down from ₹1,29,999. Buyers using Amazon Pay ICICI cards get ₹3,000 cashback. The phone features a 6.9″ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and a powerful 200MP quad camera.
As Bigg Boss 19 nears its premiere, buzz suggests TV actor Gaurav Khanna may become the season’s highest-paid contestant. While exact figures are unconfirmed, he could surpass previous top earners like Sumbul Touqeer and Ankita Lokhande. Fans await to see if payouts rise again or continue last year’s trend of reduced salaries.
Looking to buy a 50-inch smart TV under ₹30,000? Top brands like LG, Acer, Vu, Xiaomi, and Toshiba are offering huge discounts on Amazon. Enjoy features like 4K resolution, QLED displays, and OTT app support. With bank offers, prices drop even further—making this the perfect time to upgrade your home entertainment setup.
Saudia Airlines has launched a 50% discount on all international flights, including one-way, round-trip, and transit fares in both Business and Guest Class. Bookings are open from August 17–31, 2025, for travel between September 1 and December 10. Bonus miles apply for AlFursan members. Taxes, surcharges, and standard fare rules still apply.
India successfully test-fired its advanced Agni-5 intermediate-range ballistic missile from Odisha’s Chandipur on Wednesday. Developed by DRDO, Agni-5 is nuclear-capable, with a range exceeding 5,000 km and features MIRV technology. The missile strengthens India’s land-based nuclear deterrent and meets all operational goals.
India offers a wide range of living costs—from Rs 10 tea to luxury priced at Rs 1000. Many NRIs, like those from Canada and the USA, are amazed by Indians’ rising spending power in upscale markets, reflecting India’s evolution into a major global consumer economy challenging outdated perceptions.
In Madhya Pradesh’s Narsinghpur, an 18-year-old student set his teacher ablaze after she reported him for inappropriate remarks. The teacher suffered 10–15% burns. The student, angered by his expulsion, attacked her with kerosene. He was arrested the same day. Police have filed charges under multiple IPC sections, including Section 124A.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 5G sees a ₹53,000 price cut at Vijay Sales. Priced at ₹59,999, it offers a 50MP camera, dual displays, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Grab it with a ₹3,500 HDFC discount. Available as a store display unit with one-year warranty.
The Uttarakhand Assembly passed the Minority Educational Institutions Bill, creating a unified regulatory authority for all minority-run schools, replacing the Madrassa Board. The bill extends benefits beyond Muslim institutions to Sikh, Christian, Jain, Parsi, and Buddhist communities. Madrasas must meet new criteria by July 2026 or face closure. Opposition protested over intent and timing.
The CCPA fined Rapido ₹10 lakh for false ads promising guaranteed auto services and cashback. Rapido allegedly misled users by offering limited-use Rapido coins instead of cash. The regulator ordered immediate ad withdrawal and full refunds to affected users, citing over 1,200 complaints and deceptive practices lasting over 1.5 years across 120 cities.
Indian Railways has upgraded its Passenger Reservation System, now capable of booking 25,000 tickets per minute. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed the ₹182 crore overhaul includes new hardware, software, and security systems. The new RailOne app also allows mobile booking of reserved and unreserved tickets, enhancing passenger convenience and digital access nationwide.
The Centre introduced a constitutional amendment bill enabling automatic removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, or Ministers if detained for 30+ days on serious criminal charges. Referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee, the bill also includes provisions specific to Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to uphold accountability while preserving reappointment after release.