Kaas Plateau, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site near Satara, Maharashtra, transforms into a vibrant valley of flowers during the monsoon season. This biodiversity hotspot boasts over 850 flower species, including many endemic and endangered plants. Visitors can explore this floral paradise by booking tickets online and can reach by road, train, or air, experiencing…
A Haryana family seeks government help to bring home the body of Vijay Kumar Sheoran. The 29-year-old student died in the UK after a stabbing incident. His brother has written to the External Affairs Ministry for urgent assistance. The family hopes for his last rites to be performed in their village.
Former IPS officer Shivdeep Lande, known as ‘super cop’, is contesting assembly elections from Araria and Jamalpur as an independent candidate after taking voluntary retirement. He obtained a non-resident certificate for Araria, where he previously served as SP, and will file his nomination soon. Lande urges voters to prioritise development over caste and religion.
Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ achieved box office success but received mixed reviews, failing to surpass previous records despite high expectations. Lokesh Kanagaraj addressed fan theories, clarifying it wasn’t a time-travel story or part of the LCU, emphasizing his commitment to creative vision over audience demands. He acknowledged audience enthusiasm as vital to the film industry’s success.
Maruti Suzuki is significantly expanding its service network, aiming for approximately 6,000 touchpoints by 2026. The company added 460 new service locations in the past year and plans to add another 500 this financial year. In May 2025, they serviced a record 2.45 million vehicles, highlighting their commitment to accessible and reliable customer service.
Transgender voters in Patna are threatening an election boycott due to the Election Commission’s lack of inclusive measures. Activists cite stigma, misrepresentation, and logistical barriers, highlighting a significant discrepancy between registered and actual transgender voters. They demand equal provisions and recognition, questioning why home voting isn’t an option for them.
Telangana swiftly approved its annual budget in an average of two days between 2017 and 2024, contrasting sharply with the national average of seven days. Legislative output shows states passing bills rapidly, with Telangana clearing 13 bills, a portion within a day.
India’s junior hockey team secured a thrilling 4-3 shootout victory against Belgium to reach the semifinals of the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup. Goalkeeper Princedeep Singh was instrumental, making crucial saves in the shootout. The match saw a dramatic late equalizer from Belgium, forcing extra time and ultimately a nail-biting penalty shootout.
