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Patna Sahib Gurdwara received a bomb threat via email, prompting heightened security. Authorities deployed bomb and dog squads, but no explosives were found. Police suspect a hoax and have launched a cyber investigation. The historic Sikh shrine, marking Guru Gobind Singh’s birthplace, remains under tight security as the probe continues.
NPCI will raise UPI transaction limits across categories starting Sept 15. Users can now transfer up to ₹5 lakh per transaction for business, insurance, and travel payments. Capital market and credit card repayments get higher limits, while jewellery and digital account funding also see increases. Cross-border payments via a new platform are also planned.
Drone attacks hit key sites near Sudan’s capital, including a power station, oil refinery, weapons factory, and air base, ending months of calm. Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant called it a “bold and visionary” move. The conflict, ongoing since April 2023, has killed thousands and displaced over 14 million people nationwide.
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant praised the GST rate rationalization as a “bold and visionary” move. He said merging slabs to 5% and 18% simplifies taxation, eliminates inverted duties, and boosts consumption and investments. He added it will drive job creation, raise incomes, and accelerate India’s growth.
Nepal PM KP Oli resigned after Army Chief Ashok Raj urged him to step down amid violent Gen Z-led protests. Demonstrations erupted over a social media ban, leaving 20 dead. Protesters torched Parliament, attacked leaders’ homes, and disrupted airport operations. Security forces intensified evacuations as unrest swept Kathmandu and surrounding regions.
Google will comply with South Korea’s demand to blur sensitive satellite images, resolving a long-standing mapping dispute. This move could boost its competitiveness against local giants Naver and Kakao. The company plans to source imagery from approved Korean providers while ensuring security facility data remains hidden.
The Men’s Asia Cup 2025 starts today between Hong Kong and Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. They’ve played five T20Is, with Afghanistan leading 3-2. Their last clash was in 2016. Only Nabi, Naib, and Rashid return from that match. Interestingly, four of their encounters were won by the side bowling first, hinting at a pattern.
Prabhas-starrer ‘The Raja Saab,’ directed by Maruthi, may drop its trailer with ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ on October 2, 2025. Featuring Malavika Mohanan and Sanjay Dutt, the film is set for a grand January 9, 2026, release. Produced by People Media Factory, it features music by Thaman and wraps shooting next month.
Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli has approached Dubai for asylum. A plane has also been prepared for his journey. However, authorities have stated that he is going to Dubai for medical treatment. Meanwhile, Oli has called an all-party meeting in light of the intense tensions in the country. The meeting will be held today at […]
Telangana Jagruti President Kavitha reacted to the ongoing Vice Presidential election, expressing her support for INDIA bloc candidate Justice Sudarshan Reddy. She stated her hope for his victory. Sudarshan Reddy, a native of Telangana, said he is committed to fulfilling the responsibilities of the Vice President and pledged to bring dignity to the post.
OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with Indian data center firms and Reliance Industries. Following a major project announcement with SoftBank and Oracle for a large data center in Texas, OpenAI is now exploring plans to establish a data center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, marking its expansion into India’s growing tech infrastructure.
India’s Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi emphasised land dominance as key to victory in India, citing ongoing threats on multiple fronts. Referring to the Alaska summit on Ukraine, he noted land remains central in warfare. His remarks followed recent claims by the Air Chief asserting air power’s primacy during Operation Sindoor.
Israeli analyst Shalom praised PM Modi’s firm stance against US pressure, urging Israel to adopt a similar strategy. In ‘The Jerusalem Post’, Shalom highlighted Modi’s refusal to bow during Trump-era tensions, emphasizing national honor as a strategic asset. He contrasted this with Israel’s softer approach during the Khan Yunis incident.
On the birth anniversary of Telangana’s people’s writer Kaloji Narayana Rao, CM Revanth Reddy and Telangana Congress MPs paid tribute in Delhi. The CM praised Kaloji’s literature for inspiring the Telangana state movement and driving social change, adding that Kaloji will forever remain in the hearts of TG’s people.
Despite massive success in South India, ‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra’ flopped in Hindi, earning under ₹2 crore in five days. Though praised by stars like Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra, North Indian audiences showed limited interest. Competing with Baaghi 4 and Param Sundari, the film’s national impact remains uncertain.