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Astronaut Subhanshu Shukla expressed gratitude to all who supported his space journey. Reflecting on the Axiom mission, he described the experience as incredible and shared that he conducted research on multiple topics. He also revealed receiving training from NASA, the EU, and Japan. Shukla is now focused on India’s Gaganyaan mission.
India’s milk production is expected to grow 5% year-on-year in FY25, surpassing global trends, per Ind-Ra. Favorable policies and strong rural participation, especially by women, are key drivers. With rising demand, per capita availability also increases. Cooperatives play a major role, ensuring steady farmer income and transparent milk procurement across the country.
The Pixel 10, priced at ₹79,999, upgrades to Tensor G5, Android 16, and a brighter 3,000-nit display. It features a bigger 4,970mAh battery with faster wired and Qi2 wireless charging. Camera adds a 5x telephoto lens, replacing Pixel 9’s higher-megapixel sensors. Both offer 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, and seven years of updates.
India won’t allow bilateral sports events with Pakistan, but Indian teams can still play them in multination tournaments like the Asia Cup, said the Sports Ministry. The policy supports international sports body guidelines. While restricting bilateral ties, India aims to remain a global sports hub by easing visa rules for international athletes and officials.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s TVK held its second state conference in Madurai today, drawing over 1.5 lakh supporters. Amid cultural shows and fanfare, Vijay addressed the crowd from a 300-metre ramp. The event saw tragic incidents, legal disputes over the party flag, and massive public turnout, marking a key political moment.
Happy Birthday to Bhumika Chawla, the timeless beauty who won hearts with “Kushi” and “Tere Naam”. From Telugu blockbusters to Bollywood gems, her journey has been rich with grace, talent, and versatility. Decades on, her legacy shines bright, a radiant icon and an inspiring actress whose charm continues to light up the screen.
A Chandausi court deferred the sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid-Harihar temple in dispute hearing to August 28 after the Muslim side cited a pending Supreme Court case challenging jurisdiction. The Allahabad High Court earlier upheld a court-monitored survey. The dispute began in November 2023, sparking violence during the second survey, leaving four dead and several injured.
The monsoon session of Parliament concluded today, with both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned indefinitely. The session was largely disrupted by protests and walkouts from opposition MPs. Despite the turmoil, key legislations like the Online Gaming Regulation Bill and the National Sports Governance bill were passed in both houses.
Cricketer Mohammed Siraj’s new restaurant, Joharfa, in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, is creating a buzz with its royal ambiance and premium pricing—Rs 355 for salad, Rs 3,999 for a platter. Offering Mughal to Chinese cuisines with a Hyderabadi twist, Joharfa’s biryani stands out, earning praise despite the steep
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to revise GST slabs, with a final decision expected in next month’s GST Council meeting. The 12% and 28% slabs will be removed, retaining only 5% and 18% rates. This move, aimed at simplifying taxation, may lower prices of automobiles and essential commodities across the country.
Sensex rose 143 points to 82,001 and Nifty added 33 to close at 25,084, marking a sixth straight gain. Reliance and ICICI Bank led advances. Broader indices slipped, with MidCap and SmallCap down 0.5% and 0.4%. BSE and Angel One fell up to 7% after SEBI hinted at F&O product tenure changes.
The Supreme Court stated that in marriage, emotional interdependence is essential, and one cannot claim complete independence from their spouse. While hearing a custody case, the bench urged reconciliation for the children’s sake and emphasized the husband’s duty to provide maintenance. The court granted interim custody and scheduled the next hearing for September 16.
100 villagers from Mang Wasti were left stranded after rising waters turned their land into an island in Karnataka’s Belagavi district. Torrential rains and discharge from Maharashtra worsened flooding. Quick-response teams from the SDRF and fire services rushed to Hulagabal village to rescue the affected families trapped by the floodwaters.
ISRO will launch its first Gaganyaan test mission this December, ahead of India’s first human spaceflight in 2025. Astronauts Shubhanshu Shukla and Prashant B. Nair shared insights, drawing cultural parallels and reflecting on space training. ISRO also highlighted future missions, while Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasized space tech’s role in national security and Operation Sin...
Songs of “Paradise” honours the powerful legacy of Raj Begum, Kashmir’s first female radio voice, and will be premiering from August 29 on Prime Video. Saba Azad and Soni Razdan portray Noor Begum across eras in this soulful, cinematic tribute. Layered with music, memory, and defiance, the film resurrects a voice once silenced by tradition.