India leads in digital public platforms, with UPI processing 85% of digital payments, facilitating financial inclusion and innovation. Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted these cost-efficient, resilient systems, built as a public good. He emphasized global collaboration, sharing India’s MOSIP platform for national digital ID systems with 27 countries.
Kevin Durant shared explosive details in Netflix’s Starting 5. He revealed that LeBron James and other NBA stars were happy when James Harden left the Oklahoma City Thunder. Durant stated they were relieved the Thunder’s super team was broken up. He also highlighted Tyrese Haliburton’s struggles with mental health during the season.
AI 171 crash: Pilot’s aged father moves SC seeking independent probe; terms preliminary report ‘profoundly flawed’
Kapil Sharma’s restaurant in Surrey, Canada, has been targeted by gunfire for the third time in four months, with no injuries reported but visible property damage. Gangsters allegedly associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi network have claimed responsibility, issuing threats against the establishment and Kapil Sharma. Police are investigating the repeated attacks.
Today’s message urges you to detach your self-worth from productivity. Focus on being present and honouring your inner growth, rather than chasing perfection. In love, genuine connection stems from authenticity, not performance. Professionally, trust your natural rhythm over overwhelming output. Financially, embrace a slow, consistent approach. Prioritize rest and self-care for your well-being.
New research from ETH Zurich reveals that deep sighing offers a significant benefit to lung function. A deep breath helps to restore the ideal layering of lung fluid, reducing surface stress and making lungs more compliant. This physical explanation underlies the feeling of relief experienced after a deep sigh. There is definitely a physical explanation…
The JD(U) has released its list of 44 candidates for the second phase of the Bihar assembly elections. The party has fielded nine women and four Muslim candidates. This completes the JD(U)’s list of 101 candidates for the NDA. Several sitting MLAs have been dropped. New faces and senior leaders are included in the nominations.
Indian markets saw a boost as US stocks climbed, driven by strong AI sector demand and a stellar profit report from chipmaker TSMC. Tech giants like Nvidia and Salesforce rallied, while J.B. Hunt also surged. Global markets mirrored the optimism, though US-China trade tensions persist. Economic data and a government shutdown are creating market uncertainty.
Alberta’s teachers remain on strike, leaving over 700,000 students out of classrooms amid disputes over class sizes, support for special-needs students, and wages. A recent Angus Reid poll shows 58% of Albertans back teachers, reflecting frustration with the government’s management of public education. The strike highlights systemic shortcomings and growing public demand for meaningful reforms.
