Patna University (PU) commenced its 2025-26 academic session on Tuesday with induction meetings for new postgraduate students across all departments. Regular classes also began the same day. Senior faculty members oriented the students on course details, teachers, and available facilities.
Indore, India’s cleanest city, topped the ‘Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2025’ for air pollution mitigation, despite a slight PM10 increase. Jabalpur and Agra/Surat followed. Amravati, Dewas led in smaller population categories. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav noted PM10 reductions in 103 NCAP cities, with Mumbai achieving a 44% decline. Chennai is the only metro meeting air quality…
Azmatullah Omarzai’s explosive fifty off just 20 balls propelled Afghanistan to a formidable total against Hong Kong in their Asia Cup opener. Omarzai’s record-breaking innings, surpassing Mohammad Nabi’s previous best, helped Afghanistan score 78 runs in the final five overs. Poor fielding from Hong Kong, including multiple dropped catches, further aided Afghanistan’s late-innings surge.
India aims to boost textile exports to 40 nations, targeting a $600 billion market, after the US imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods. The government plans to leverage existing free trade agreements to enhance its global market share.
Sushant Singh recalls his initial day filming ‘Satya’. He spent hours on make-up tests. Writers briefed him on his goon character. Singh continued acting even after the director yelled ‘cut’. This inspired Ram Gopal Varma and influenced the film’s style. Singh also tore his pyjamas during the first take. Varma later mentioned the incident in…
In Seraikela Kharsawan district, two individuals, Khagen Mardi and Haripad Soren, have been arrested for allegedly gang raping a minor PVTG girl and sexually harassing another. The incident took place on Monday evening as the girls were returning from a ration shop.
Morning hypertension, characterized by elevated blood pressure upon waking, poses significant cardiovascular risks. Factors like sleep apnea, medication timing, poor diet, hormonal surges, stress, and underlying health conditions contribute to this condition. Managing morning high blood pressure involves medication review, consistent sleep, limiting salt and alcohol, stress management, and addressing sleep apnea.
Palamu Tiger Reserve is set to observe National Forest Martyrs’ Day on September 11 at Betla National Park, honoring forest personnel who sacrificed their lives protecting forests and wildlife. Forest officials from Garhwa, Latehar, and Palamu will gather to pay tribute to these unsung heroes.
N Bhaskar Rao, a senior BJD leader, resigned. This caused upheaval in the Rayagada district unit. Former MLA Lalbihari Himirika and Gangadhar Puala also quit. They were joined by supporters. Rao cited disrespect towards Rayagada leaders as the reason. He announced a new social outfit, Biju Swabhiman Mancha. Jagannath Saraka dismissed the resignations.
Ravichandran Ashwin has criticised the Asia Cup 2025, questioning the competitiveness for Team India. He suggested the inclusion of India A or a combined Afro-Asia team to create a real challenge. Ashwin doubted other teams could compete with India’s strong batting and bowling, hoping for a surprise winner to inject excitement into the tournament.
