Hundreds of Dial-112 emergency service drivers in Patna protested on Tuesday, demanding better salaries and working conditions. The drivers, who have been on strike since last week, marched from Gardanibagh to Kargil Chowk, citing unfulfilled promises made three years ago, including adequate leave and nearby postings. Women drivers are facing additional challenges with long shifts.
India’s women’s cricket team achieved a historic feat, successfully chasing down a record 339 runs against Australia to reach the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 final. Jemimah Rodrigues’s unbeaten 127 was the cornerstone of the monumental chase, securing a memorable victory for the nation. India will take on South Africa in the final.
Box office clash saw ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ outperform ‘Baaghi 4’ and ‘The Bengal Files’. The Hollywood horror earned ₹67.87 crore in its first week, while ‘Baaghi 4’ remained under ₹50 crore. ‘The Bengal Files’ earned ₹15 crore in twelve days, facing challenges due to limited release and absence from its key market, Bengal.
Sheikh Hasina, living in New Delhi, expressed a desire to return home but only under a legitimate government upholding the constitution. She warned of a boycott of upcoming elections if her party, the Awami League, remains barred from contesting, calling the ban unjust and self-defeating. Hasina also dismissed charges of crimes against humanity as politically…
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Communal clashes erupted in Karnataka’s Mandya district during a Ganesh idol immersion, leaving thirteen injured and twenty-two arrested. Authorities have deployed heavy security to prevent further unrest, while political parties trade accusations. The incident has sparked a bandh call and demands for action against those involved, with the Chief Minister vowing a strict response.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) apprehended four individuals in Kishanganj for attempting to smuggle gold into India from Bangladesh. Authorities seized 48 foreign gold biscuits, valued at approximately Rs 6.29 crore, concealed within their footwear. Acting on intelligence, DRI officials intercepted the suspects and recovered additional cash linked to the illegal gold trade.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman indicated the Insurance Amendment Bill, proposing 100% FDI in India’s insurance sector, may be introduced in the upcoming Winter session of Parliament. The enhanced limit aims to attract greater investment, facilitate innovation, and expand coverage, contributing to the goal of ‘Insurance for All by 2047’.
The Mahindra XEV 9S is expected to share most of its equipment with the XEV 9e, packing a long list of premium and tech-loaded features such as ventilated and powered front seats, multiple wireless chargers, dual-zone climate control, connected car tech, multi-colour ambient lighting, Harman Kardon audio system, head-up display, groove me mode, remote parking…
