Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bihar and West Bengal, focusing on development and political strategy. In Bihar, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation for projects worth approximately 13,000 crore rupees, while in West Bengal, projects worth 5,200 crore rupees will be launched, including three metro projects. Alongside these inaugurations, PM Modi will address public gatherings. These projects are vital for the development of both states and the expansion of rail transport, holding significant importance for the entire nation. Moreover, this visit is politically significant, occurring amidst Rahul Gandhi’s voter rights campaign in Bihar. During Rahul Gandhi’s…
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A student was discovered deceased in a bathroom at the Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT) in Idupulapaya, located in Andhra Pradesh’s YSR Kadapa district, on Thursday. The deceased individual, identified as Narsimha Naidu, was a second-year Pre-University Course (PUC) student at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) in Ongole. Naidu, a resident of Fareedpet in the Srikakulam district, had his body sent to a government hospital in Vempalle for a postmortem examination. Authorities have initiated a case and are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. Preliminary investigations suggest that mobile addiction and the recent…
Peter Navarro, a former White House trade advisor, has made strong accusations against India regarding its role in the Ukraine conflict. He has accused India of profiting from the war by purchasing Russian oil and increasing its closeness with China’s Xi Jinping. Navarro stated that India’s actions are not contributing to peace, but rather fueling the war. He criticized India for not acknowledging its role in the bloodshed of the Ukraine war. Navarro warned that the deadline of August 27th for potentially doubling tariffs on India due to its purchase of Russian crude oil would not be extended. He emphasized…
The anticipation for the Asia Cup 2025 is building as the Indian team has been announced. The tournament, to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in T20 format starting September 9th, will feature 8 teams. The focus will once again be on the Indian team, a perennial title contender. India won the last Asia Cup, but there will be significant differences in the team this time, including player changes and a potential alteration to the jersey. A prominent feature of the previous Indian jersey, the title sponsor ‘Dream11,’ might be absent. The Indian cricket team will play its…
A new conflict has erupted across India following the Supreme Court’s order regarding stray dogs. Society is divided; some welcome the court’s decision, while others, particularly dog lovers, are displeased. They oppose removing the animals to shelters. Conversely, others are troubled by stray dog attacks, with alarming statistics emerging in recent years. The central question is: why are stray dogs becoming so ferocious? **How many stray dogs are there in India?** Reports vary regarding the number of stray dogs in India. According to a 2019 report from the Ministry of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, India has over 16 million stray…
The Election Commission is in active mode in Bihar, with upcoming assembly elections this year. The commission has released a list of registered unrecognized political parties and has sought their responses. The deadline has been set by the commission. The notification issued by the Chief Electoral Officer clarifies that registered unrecognized political parties that haven’t contested any elections since 2019 are under scrutiny. Despite receiving various benefits and facilities under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, these parties are being questioned. The commission has stated that after receiving their explanations, these political parties could be delisted. The commission has…
The monsoon session of Parliament was marked by significant disruptions, with only 37 hours of discussion taking place in the Lok Sabha out of a scheduled 120 hours. The remaining 83 hours were lost. In the Rajya Sabha, only 47 hours of work were completed, while 73 hours were wasted. The Lok Sabha saw only 31% of its intended work, and the Rajya Sabha managed 38%. The session, which ran from July 21st to August 21st, addressed topics such as terrorism, Operation Sindoor, and space programs. During the session, 12 bills were passed in the Lok Sabha and 14 in…
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expressed high praise for his nation’s military personnel currently deployed in Russia’s conflict within Ukraine. This commendation occurred during a meeting with officers from the army’s overseas operations. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Kim delivered “warm encouragement” to officials and troops stationed in Russia’s Kursk region, an area where Western intelligence agencies believe North Korea has sent over 10,000 fighters. In a speech to military members, Kim stated, “Ours is a heroic army… Our army is now doing what it ought to do and what needs to be done. It will…
Brad Pitt’s highly-anticipated movie ‘F1’ has made waves worldwide, and its performance has garnered significant praise. The film chronicles the story of Sonny Hayes, a retired F1 driver from the 1990s, who is called back to mentor a young prodigy. Following its successful theatrical run, the movie is expected to become available on various streaming platforms. Prime Video is scheduled to offer ‘F1’ for rent on August 22, 2025. Subsequently, it is likely to be available for free on Apple TV+ in September or October 2025.
Shreyas Iyer’s cricketing trajectory may be leading him toward a significant role, even though he may not be part of India’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 squad. Reports suggest that the right-handed batsman is being considered as the next ODI captain once Rohit Sharma concludes his tenure. Iyer has quietly built a strong ODI record over the past four years. From 2021 to 2025, he averaged over 45, scoring 14 half-centuries. He delivered crucial performances in India’s 2023 ODI World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy campaigns. Notably, Iyer has addressed India’s persistent No. 4 batting position issue, a spot that had…