Taurus Daily Horoscope Today, August 18, 2025: A rival may be watching your every move
Today is a day for sharing joy and connecting with loved ones, which will deepen relationships and attract positive energy. In your career, teamwork and sharing ideas will lead to recognition and progress. Balance generosity with caution in finances, and prioritize meaningful spending. Prioritize health by sharing positive energy and engaging in light activities with…
UPI record: No. of transactions at 2k crore in Aug
UPI achieved a new peak in August 2025, processing over 2,001 crore transactions worth Rs 24.85 lakh crore, marking a milestone. This reflects a 34% year-on-year volume increase, although the total value saw a slight dip from July. Daily averages reached 64.5 crore transactions, valued at Rs 80,177 crore, highlighting UPI’s continued growth since its…
Equality democracy’s pillar: Ex-SA judge
In a thought-provoking address, former South African Constitutional Court justice Zakeria Yacoob asserted that no constitution holds absolute superiority, advocating for a principle of equality that overshadows individual liberties in the historical context of apartheid. He critically remarked that while the right to housing exists, it doesn’t equate to actual provision of homes.
Neha Bhasin: Looking back, I wish I had doubted myself a little less
Two decades on, singer Neha Bhasin reflects on resilience, self-belief and her journey beyond stereotypes
‘Cognitive decline starts long before diagnosis…’ 6 steps to prevent it, according to top doc
The brain needs 7-9 hours of sleep each night, to stay healthy and prevent cognitive decline. Your brain uses sleep to remove dangerous proteins called beta-amyloid, which are associated with Alzheimer’s disease development. The brain experiences decreased gray matter density, impaired memory and executive function, and decreased attention abilities, when people experience sleep disorders or…
‘Bollywood-style performances’: Indian couple in Texas accused of multimillion-dollar fraud. Who are Sammy and Sunita Mukherjee?
Indian couple Sammy and Sunita Mukherjee has been accused of multimillion dollar scam in Texas. They used to host Bollywood-style galas and parties where they used to perform only to convince people to invest in their real estate projects that did not exist. Sammy Mukherjee denied the allegations and said people are jealous of his…
What exactly is the Illuminati? Myths, facts and reality
The Illuminati began in 1776 Bavaria as a group promoting enlightenment, not world domination. Banned within a decade, it became a myth blamed for societal changes. Today’s legend of an all-powerful, all-seeing elite controlling world events lacks evidence, representing a metaphor for fear of hidden power.
Meta faces investigation in EU over WhatsApp ‘banning’ AI chatbots
European regulators have launched a probe into Meta’s move to block third-party AI services from its WhatsApp business tools, suspecting an abuse of dominance. This policy, effective early next year, favors Meta’s own AI while forcing rivals like ChatGPT and Copilot out. Authorities aim to protect competition in the burgeoning AI sector.