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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train stations are nearing completion, promising modern, eco-friendly designs and enhanced passenger comfort, the Railways said. Recently, the 80-meter Vishwamitri River bridge in Vadodara was completed, the 17th of 21 planned in Gujarat. Construction is progressing on other river crossings along the high-speed corridor.
US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Indian exports will hit 15 lakh livelihoods in Odisha’s fishing sector, exporters warned. With a 50% duty compared to lower rates for Vietnam and Ecuador, seafood exports to the US may halt. Odisha’s Falcon Marine Exports said production is already reduced, urging government intervention.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo today, August 29, marking his eighth visit to Japan. During the two-day trip, he will take part in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit and hold talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to enhance bilateral ties. Modi will then head to Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September […]
Nike is cutting less than 1% of corporate staff as part of a restructuring to spark a turnaround. With 77,800 global employees, numbers by office remain undisclosed. CEO Elliott Hill has overhauled leadership, reset priorities, and restructured divisions. Shares rose 0.5%, though trailing the S&P 500’s gains. Staff were told to work remotely next week.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat clarified he never said he or others should retire at 75, dismissing speculation his remarks targeted PM Modi, who also turns 75 next month. At RSS centenary celebrations, he explained he was quoting late leader Moropant Pingle’s witticism, stressing Sangh members retire anytime but work as long as required.
Russia carried out long-range strikes on Ukrainian military targets, including hypersonic Kinzhal missiles, hitting weapons plants and airfields. Ukraine intercepted most attacks but reported damage at 13 sites. CCTV showed missiles hitting central Kyiv, targeting Ukrspecsystems and a Bayraktar-linked plant, marking the fourth Russian strike in six months.
The DGCA has granted IndiGo a six-month extension to operate two Boeing 777 aircraft leased from Turkish Airlines, despite earlier restrictions. The wet lease ensures direct Delhi and Mumbai-Istanbul flights, providing operational stability amid geopolitical challenges, helping the airline meet growing international travel demand during peak season.
The T20I Tri-Series between UAE, Pakistan, and Afghanistan begins today in Sharjah, acting as a crucial warm-up for the Asia Cup 2025. The round-robin tournament continues until September 7, with the top two teams advancing to the final. Afghanistan enters in strong form, while Pakistan and UAE aim to sharpen tactics and strategies.
A 55-year-old woman in Udaipur, Rekha Galbelia, gave birth to her 17th child. Her family lives in poverty, surviving by collecting scrap. With no house, little food, and no education for their children, they face daily struggles. Her husband took loans to feed the family. The hospital later discovered this was her 17th, not 4th, […]
North India is seeing unusually heavy rains, floods, and landslides due to stronger western disturbances and moist monsoon winds. Experts blame climate change for more cloudbursts and flash floods, especially in Himalayan states. The IMD says this is the wettest monsoon in 12 years, with some areas receiving over 700% more rainfall than normal.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said Indian families should have at least three children to keep the population stable. He explained that the current average of 2.1 children per family isn’t practical, as you can’t have a fraction of a child. He warned that a falling birth rate could hurt society and suggested a balanced three-child […]
WhatsApp has launched a new AI feature called Writing Help. It helps users rewrite messages in different tones—fun, formal, or friendly. You can tap a pencil icon while typing to see suggestions. It’s private, optional, and currently available in English in select countries. Meta promises full privacy with its secure “Private Processing” technology.
Sri Lanka has announced a 16-member squad for the 2025 Asia Cup, starting September 9. Despite injury concerns, Wanindu Hasaranga makes the squad, though his availability for the group stage remains uncertain. Key players include Chamika Karunaratne, Kamil Mishara, and a potent bowling attack led by Chameera, Pathirana, and Hasaranga.
Airtel is giving free calls, data, and extra plan days to users in Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh due to floods and bad weather. Prepaid users get unlimited calling, 1GB data daily, and 3-day plan extension. Postpaid and broadband users get extra time to pay bills. Roaming on other networks is also allowed.
India’s school teacher count crossed 1 crore in 2024-25, boosting student-teacher ratios and enhancing education quality. The UDISE Plus report showed a 6.7% rise in teacher numbers, contributing to improved Pupil-Teacher Ratios (PTR). Dropout rates dropped significantly across all school levels, indicating better retention and educational engagement nationwide.