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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81419.87, down at 216.04 points or 0.26%, and the Nifty was at 24904.20, down at 63.55 points or 0.25%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.71 against the dollar.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Visakhapatnam today to visit the Eastern Naval Command. During his visit, he will dedicate two warships, ‘Himagiri’ and ‘Udayagiri’, to the nation. These indigenously built vessels are expected to significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s operational strength and maritime capabilities in the region.
A huge Ganesh idol will be installed in Khairatabad tomorrow for the Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations. In view of the event, Hyderabad police have imposed traffic restrictions in and around Khairatabad from tomorrow until Sept 6. Traffic congestion is likely near Khairatabad, Shadan College, Old PS Saifabad, and Necklace Rotary during the festivities.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu announced that a Janaushadhi store will be established in every Mandal, creating employment for BC youth. He also revealed plans to set up a Naturopathy University and a Yoga Prachar Parishad in Amaravati. Additionally, a mobile medical service with health chariots and free check-ups will be launched statewide.
Donald Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing alleged false mortgage statements. Trump referenced a criminal referral from the Federal Housing Finance Agency to the attorney general, calling it “sufficient cause.” While presidents are limited in ousting Fed officials, Trump argued the allegations justified Cook’s immediate removal.
The Border Security Force (BSF) has released a notification to fill 1,121 vacancies. Eligible candidates must have completed 10th plus 2 years of ITI or Intermediate with 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. Age limits are 18-25 for General, 18-28 for OBC, and 18-30 for SC/ST. The last application date is September 23.
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar early today, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The quake hit at 03:03 IST at a shallow depth of 25 km, with coordinates 22.62°N and 96.17°E. NCS warned the shallow depth makes the region susceptible to aftershocks, though no immediate damage or casualties were reported.
As Vinayaka Chavithi approaches on August 27, Hyderabad markets are witnessing a surge in Ganesh idol sales, with prices ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹1 lakh. Idols of various sizes, designs, and materials have flooded the city’s streets, attracting devotees and organizers preparing for grand celebrations across residential areas and public pandals.
US President Donald Trump, after meeting South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung at the White House, said he hopes to meet North Korea’s Kim Jong Un this year. Despite earlier criticism of raids in South Korea, Trump called it a misunderstanding. He emphasized diplomacy, praised Kim, and noted reduced rocket tests since his return.
In response to the US decision to impose an additional 25% tariff on Indian products from August 27, the Indian Embassy in the U.S. has appointed a new lobbying firm for strategic consultations. The firm will advise on media relations, digital audits, and social media strategy to strengthen India’s position amid rising trade tensions.
Rockstar Anirudh Ravichander, fresh from “Coolie” and now working on “Madharaasi,” finally addressed the burning question: When will Vijay’s “Leo” OST arrive? At Madharaasi’s audio launch, he confirmed it’s coming very soon, sparking buzz it may coincide with the film’s second anniversary on October 19, 2025. Fans now await an official...
The schedule for the Duleep Trophy 2025 has been released. Quarterfinals will be played from August 28–31: North Zone vs East Zone and Central Zone vs North East Zone. Semi-finals are set for September 4–7, followed by the final from September 11–15 between the winners of the two semi-final matches.
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.