The Indian School Certificate Examinations announced the Derozio Award. Four educators received the honour for their contributions to education. Justice Vikramjit Sen presented the awards. He emphasized the importance of early childhood education and the need to restore dignity to educators. The event highlighted progress in empowering schools and teachers within the CISCE system.
Allu Arjun and Sneha Reddy celebrated their daughter Arha’s ninth birthday with an intimate bash in Dubai. Sneha shared joyful moments of Arha enjoying pool time and mall strolls. Allu Arjun also posted a sweet birthday wish for his “little princess.
Maharashtra minister Ashish Shelar drew parallels between the Pahalgam terror attack, where victims were targeted based on religion, and attacks in Maharashtra based on language. He assured that the BJP would protect both Marathi and non-Marathi speakers, emphasizing that Marathi is not a political issue for them.
Odisha-based Coratia Technologies, incubated at NIT Rourkela, has secured a ₹66 crore contract with the Indian Navy to supply indigenously developed Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (UWROVs). This marks a significant step towards self-reliance in defence technology, integrating AI-powered systems like Jalasimha, Jaladuta, and Navya for sonar-based mapping and data analytics.
India aims to finalize the initial phase of its Bilateral Trade Agreement with the US by year-end, with commerce secretary Rajesh Agarwal expressing optimism despite global trade shifts. Negotiations have advanced significantly, though last-minute hurdles remain a possibility. Discussions are also progressing on an immediate Framework Trade Deal to address US tariffs on Indian goods.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the rising stars of men’s tennis, are amassing significant wealth alongside their athletic achievements. Alcaraz currently leads with a net worth of $42–45 million, fueled by endorsements and prize money, while Sinner trails at $30–35 million. However, Sinner’s lucrative Nike deal and recent Wimbledon victory are rapidly closing the gap…
The tech industry continues to face significant job cuts in 2025, with over 22,000 layoffs already recorded, following 150,000 in 2024. Major companies like Microsoft, Intel, and Salesforce are reducing their workforces, driven by AI adoption and automation. Simultaneously, President Trump’s new executive order increases H-1B visa fees, potentially impacting foreign tech workers’ opportunities.
Chhath festivities turned tragic across Bihar as 11 people, including youths and minors, drowned in various river incidents. The victims were participating in rituals like ‘nahay-khay’ and ghat preparation. Families are mourning the loss of their loved ones amidst the sacred celebrations.
The Supreme Court questioned the Madras High Court’s principal bench for ordering an SIT probe into the Karur stampede, bypassing the Madurai bench’s jurisdiction and the original petition’s focus on rally protocols. Justices Maheshwari and Anjaria also queried Tamil Nadu on permitting the rally despite denying others and the unusual midnight postmortems. TVK sought a…
Cricketers and IPL teams celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with heartfelt wishes on social media, praying for happiness and prosperity. Teams like CSK, MI, RR, and KKR shared festive greetings, while Indian cricketers expressed devotion and positivity. The 10-day festival, which began on August 27, is marked by rituals and worship of Lord Ganesha.
