The anticipated expressway project linking Bengaluru and Chennai has experienced further setbacks, with the expected completion date now projected to fall between December 2025 and July 2026. This information was presented in Parliament by Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday. The project, initiated in 2022 with an initial completion target of 2023, has been repeatedly postponed. According to Gadkari, only 100.7 km of the 263.4 km total length has been completed to date. The project’s estimated cost is Rs 15,188 crore, and it is now facing a delay exceeding three years. Progress varies across the states involved: In…
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A visit by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Bangladesh, initially intended to foster improved relations, has instead highlighted existing strains. The core issue revolves around Pakistan’s refusal to apologize for the atrocities committed against Bangladeshis in 1971. This stance has been met with firm resolve from the Bangladeshi side, who have indicated they will not let the matter rest. Dar’s assertion that discussions regarding an apology had taken place in 1974 and 2002 was immediately disputed by his Bangladeshi counterpart, Md. Touhid Hossain, indicating a significant disagreement on the historical narrative. Efforts to normalize relations have been complicated by…
Rapper Snoop Dogg has voiced his concerns regarding the increasing representation of LGBTQ+ themes in children’s movies. His remarks came after viewing the animated film ‘Lightyear’ with his grandson. The film, which features a character with two mothers, prompted questions from his grandson that Snoop Dogg found difficult to answer. In a recent podcast appearance, Snoop Dogg admitted that he has become apprehensive about watching films, fearing the complex questions that may arise from the content. He specifically mentioned the scene in ‘Lightyear’ where the character’s relationships and family structure were depicted. The rapper expressed his bewilderment regarding the portrayal…
Excitement surrounds the launch of new Apple iPhones. Ahead of the upcoming iPhone 17 Series release next month, significant discounts are available on the iPhone 15. If you’re looking to buy this handset with flagship features, but are unsure whether Flipkart or Amazon offers the best price, here’s a breakdown to help you decide. Let’s explore the current prices on both platforms. **iPhone 15 Price on Amazon:** The 128GB storage variant of the iPhone 15 is available on Amazon for ₹61,499 after a discount. The 256GB variant is priced at ₹70,900, and the 512GB storage variant is available for ₹82,900,…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is rapidly approaching, with anticipation building for the 19th edition. The focus is shifting towards the upcoming Trade Window and the highly anticipated Mini Auction. While the official auction date is yet to be confirmed, December 2025 is the likely timeframe, and franchises are already strategizing, especially concerning their bowling units. In a format frequently defined by powerful batting displays, bowlers play a crucial role. A single match-altering spell can drastically change a team’s season, making retention decisions critical for all ten franchises. Here’s a team-by-team breakdown of the expected best retained bowlers…
The Skoda Kylaq, a sub-compact SUV launched by Skoda last November, has proven to be a major success for the company. The Kylaq has dramatically improved Skoda India’s fortunes, with sales more than doubling in the past seven months. The Kylaq competes with vehicles like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Nexon in the market. Deliveries of the Skoda Kylaq began in January 2025. Skoda has sold 27,091 units of the car to date. Notably, this sales figure accounts for 65% of the company’s total sales of 41,748 units during January-July 2025. Thanks…
The Bihar Assembly elections are anticipated to be announced in the final week of September or the first week of October. Following the announcement, the allocation of seats among the constituents of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will be declared. A formula for seat distribution within the NDA has been established, and an agreement has been reached among the constituent parties. A meeting of senior leaders will be held for the final decision. Seat distribution will largely follow the pattern of the previous assembly elections, although adjustments will be necessary for Chirag Paswan. Sources suggest that he is seeking forty-plus…
In the Pamgarh police station area of Janjgir-Champa district, a minor was swept away by the strong current while attempting to cross an anicut near the Dhabadih Tangar Dam in Kosir Gram Panchayat. The incident occurred this morning, Monday, at approximately 11 am. Pamgarh police arrived at the scene upon receiving the information. Local villagers initiated a search, but the boy remains missing. An SDRF team is being called in, and a crowd of people has gathered at the site. The child’s bicycle and slippers were found on the anicut. The search for the child is ongoing.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, while addressing an event in Jodhpur, discussed ‘Operation Sindoor.’ He stated that the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack were confronted by Indian soldiers who judged them based on their actions, not their religion. The operation saw Indian forces delivering a strong response to Pakistan, executing precise strikes on predetermined targets. Singh described this operation as emblematic of the new India, emphasizing the accuracy of the attacks on the intended targets. He also mentioned that the armed forces received complete support from all border regions during Operation Sindoor.
In New York, outside the Bangladesh Consulate, supporters of Sheikh Hasina staged a significant protest. The demonstrators targeted Mahfuz Alam, an information advisor in the Yunus government, with eggs and rocks. They also caused damage inside the consulate. Following the commotion by Awami League activists, Mahfuz Alam was moved to a secure location. He was in New York to attend an event marking the anniversary of the coup in Bangladesh. The attack on Mahfuz Alam was connected to a recent decision concerning Sheikh Hasina. The Bangladeshi government has decided to ban the broadcast of any messages from Sheikh Hasina within…