Bengaluru Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has ordered that all street light faults be repaired within 48 hours, warning contractors of penalties for delays. He also criticised GBA officials over the slow LED street light rollout and poor project monitoring. Bengaluru’s ambitious plan to replace conventional street lights with energy-efficient LED lights, a move expected to … Read more
Planning a trip during the rainy season? Discover the essential monsoon travel items you should pack, from waterproof gear to health essentials, for a safe, comfortable, and hassle-free journey. It is no exaggeration to say that traveling during the monsoon brings many pleasures because of the green landscapes, misty hills, and waterfalls. But you also … Read more
Rohit Shetty was visibly stunned by the exorbitant price of Orry’s Hermès bag on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. During the August 1 episode, Orry revealed his bag cost ₹75 lakh, prompting Shetty to humorously ask, “Kaha se churaya?” Social media star Orry (Orhan Awatramani) is one of the most loved and celebrated viral personalities. His … Read more
A Polymarket prediction that sought to gauge where the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) will end in August showed traders were most bullish on the ETF rising above $780. A separate Polymarket prediction on where the S&P 500 (SPX) will finish in 2026 showed traders assigning the highest probability (29%) to the … Read more
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge stated the government is committed to safeguarding its citizens’ rights in the Cauvery water dispute with Tamil Nadu. The issue has resurfaced over the Mekedatu project and protests by farmers in Tiruchirappalli. Karnataka’s Stance on Water Sharing Amid the ongoing dispute over the sharing of Cauvery river water, Karnataka Minister Priyank … Read more
Union Minister JP Nadda and CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected Sivasagar, Assam. Nadda reviewed the devastation, interacted with families, and assured them of complete financial assistance and support from the Central government for relief. Central Government Assures Full Support Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday visited flood-affected areas in Assam’s … Read more
A bipartisan US House Committee investigation found that Chinese state-owned telecom carriers remain deeply embedded in the US internet ecosystem, posing security risks due to their ties with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), despite prior FCC actions. Investigation Finds Lingering Security Risks Chinese state-owned telecommunications carriers have remained deeply embedded in the US internet ecosystem … Read more
UP Speaker Satish Mahana attacked SP MP Awadhesh Prasad for his comments on alleged theft at the Ram Temple, accusing him of insulting the Hindu community by claiming ‘if Muslims had been present there, the theft would not have happened’. Mahana Accuses SP MP of Insulting Hindus Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana on Tuesday … Read more
Gold may correct by up to 8% before rallying to USD 5,500 over 12-15 months, says MOFSL. The brokerage advises a staggered accumulation strategy, noting that geopolitical conflicts no longer automatically boost prices. Patience is advised. Gold may correct by up to 8 per cent in the near term before resuming its rally towards USD … Read more
A meeting between govt and opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Kiren Rijiju, was held to discuss the Delimitation Bill amid the ongoing parliamentary deadlock. Opposition parties continue to protest, demanding statements from the PM and Home Minister. A meeting was held between the government and opposition leaders in the Parliament premises to discuss the … Read more