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AP CM Chandrababu announced that live tracking will soon be introduced for ‘Stree Shakti’ free buses. He credited the scheme’s success to women’s support and directed officials to install boards on both sides of the buses. Naidu emphasized increasing awareness among women to ensure they benefit from various government welfare schemes.
The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports from August 27, doubling duties to 50% over India’s Russian crude purchases. With ties strained, PM Modi, addressing a rally in Ahmedabad, vowed resilience, assuring protection for farmers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses against mounting global economic pressures.
Volodymyr Zelensky thanked PM Modi for his Independence Day greetings, appreciating India’s commitment to peace and dialogue. Zelensky said the world seeks lasting peace and counts on India’s contribution. He shared Modi’s letter extending greetings to Ukraine and recalling his Kyiv visit, expressing hope to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
E-commerce giant Flipkart has launched a premium service, ‘Flipkart Black’, offering annual membership at a discounted price of ₹990, down from ₹1,499. Members receive 5% SuperCoins cashback on every order (up to ₹100) and a complimentary one-year YouTube Premium subscription, enabling ad-free video streaming and enhanced shopping benefits.
Donald Trump said he expects to visit China this year or soon after, citing improved economic ties despite lingering tariff threats. Speaking alongside South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump noted recent talks with Xi Jinping and warned of steep duties if China fails commitments, while voicing confidence in maintaining strong bilateral relations.
US President Donald Trump warned of “great consequences” if Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fail to hold talks. Claiming the war wouldn’t have happened under his leadership, Trump hinted at massive sanctions or tariffs on Moscow, or distancing Washington from Kyiv, promising a decisive move within two weeks.
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s visit to India underscores the growing strategic and cultural ties between the two nations. With a large Indian diaspora in Fiji, both countries aim to enhance cooperation in trade, education, and defense. The visit also strengthens India’s outreach in the Indo-Pacific, reinforcing its presence in the South Pacific region.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy is currently on a Delhi tour, where he is expected to hold discussions with party leaders and legal experts on 42% reservation for BCs and political defections. Later today, he will leave for Bihar to join Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Ten pilgrims, including two minors, were killed and 41 injured after a truck rammed a tractor-trolley in Uttar Pradesh’s Bulandshahr early Monday. The victims were en route from Kasganj to Rajasthan’s Jaharpeer. CM Yogi Adityanath condoled the deaths, announcing ₹2 lakh compensation for kin of deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured.
Speaker Om Birla, addressing the All India Speakers Conference in Delhi, said freedom of speech in legislatures must not lower the dignity of the House. Expressing concern over declining decorum, he urged members to rise above partisanship, ensure meaningful debates, uphold conduct, and focus on public interest, reflecting citizens’ voices responsibly.
At least five police personnel, including a woman constable, were injured in Patna after a mob protesting the murder of two children turned violent. The crowd blocked traffic, pelted stones, and set two police vehicles on fire. Ten people were arrested. Officials assured swift action, saying the culprits behind the August 15 killings would be […]
The Enforcement Directorate has attached immovable assets worth ₹13 crore of Nitu Rohra, wife of Chhangur Baba’s aide Navin Rohra, in a money laundering case linked to an alleged illegal religious conversion racket. Both Baba and Navin are in judicial custody. ED alleges Dubai funds worth ₹21.08 crore were routed to acquire properties in Uttar […]
SpaceX has again postponed the test launch of its giant Starship rocket in Texas due to bad weather, following a 24-hour delay on August 24 caused by a technical glitch. Elon Musk cited lightning risks from anvil clouds. The trial faces heightened scrutiny as repeated failures raise doubts over the rocket’s role in Mars and […]
In the Greater Noida dowry case, Nikki Bhati’s husband and in-laws are in 14-day custody after her alleged murder. Conflicting CCTV footage and a possibly doctored video raise doubts over whether she was set ablaze or died by suicide. The NCW demands swift justice, while Nikki’s family has gone silent and her sister Kanchan is […]
The teaser of Gustaakh Ishq, Manish Malhotra’s debut production, reveals a poetic tale of vintage love set in Old Delhi and Punjab. Directed by Vibhu Puri and starring Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, and Fatima Sana Shaikh, the film features soulful music by Vishal Bhardwaj with lyrics by Gulzar. Releasing November 2025.