Chipotle announced a new board member and a plan to place a manager-in-training in every restaurant this week. Placer.ai’s August 2026 Retail and Dining Index, released on Tuesday, found visits to brick-and-mortar dining chains down 2.4% from August 2025. Late on Monday, Chipotle appointed Sabir Sami to its board, effective immediately. On Tuesday, Chipotle also … Read more
US Central Command and Jordanian forces launched exercise Eager Lion 2026 at Fort Carson, Colorado. Separately, CENTCOM dismissed Iranian claims that a tanker hit a naval mine, stating it was struck by a drone while being towed. US Hosts Jordan for ‘Eager Lion 2026’ Exercise US Central Command (CENTCOM) and the Jordanian Armed Forces have … Read more
South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt scored an unbeaten 126 against Zimbabwe, her 18th international century. This feat ties her with India’s Smriti Mandhana for the most international hundreds in women’s cricket. The knock led SA to an 80-run win. South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt equalled India star Smriti Mandhana’s record for the most international centuries in … Read more
Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh met South African Parliament’s NCOP Chairperson Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane in Cape Town, discussing the enduring legislative bonds and strengthening cooperation between the two nations’ legislatures. Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh met South African Parliament’s Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane, in Cape Town, … Read more
UBS sees strong AI demand and says Palantir’s valuation looks attractive compared with software peers despite investor concerns over growth. UBS raised its price target for Palantir, while maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating. The brokerage believes Palantir deserves a premium for its exposure to AI, data, and modern defense technology. 20 of 31 analysts tracked by … Read more
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the 10th World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in Gandhinagar, a first for South Asia. The global event, with 2000+ delegates from 66 nations, focuses on circular business models and sustainable economic growth. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the 10th edition of the prestigious World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 … Read more
Actor Shilpa Shetty celebrated Ganpati visarjan with her family in Mumbai. Dressed in a traditional Maharashtrian saree, she danced to dhol beats during the procession. Former MP Navneet Rana also visited Shetty’s residence for Ganpati darshan. Actor Shilpa Shetty joined her family for Ganpati visarjan celebrations, enjoying the festive occasion with prayers. Former MP Navneet … Read more
Mumbai’s tiny flats can cost a shocking ₹10 crore. But for ₹15–17 crore, you could build a massive house in Poland with far more space, luxury and privacy. Here’s a look at what that kind of budget can get you abroad. Everyone complains about property prices in major Indian cities. Space crunch in places like … Read more
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent endorsed President Trump’s proposal to issue $5,000 checks to Americans and dismissed concerns about its effect on soaring fiscal deficits. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent voiced support for sending $5,000 checks to American adults if Republicans keep control of Congress ahead of midterm elections. The plan carries a price tag exceeding $1 … Read more
Patiala House Court granted 3 weeks’ interim bail to Swatantra Bhardwaj in an alleged assault case on an SC community member. The court imposed strict conditions, including observation of his conduct, which will be considered for his regular bail. Patiala House Court on Tuesday granted 3 weeks’ interim bail to Swatantra Bhardwaj after imposing strict … Read more