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Punjab faces its worst floods in decades, declared a disaster-affected state, with over 1,200 villages impacted and lakhs of people affected. Authorities are implementing emergency measures, including restoring essential services and ensuring uninterrupted connectivity. Extensive farmland is submerged, causing devastating crop losses, and livestock has been lost, severely impacting rural households. Water levels in major…

Punjab faces its worst floods in decades, declared a disaster-affected state, with over 1,200 villages impacted and lakhs of people affected. Authorities are implementing emergency measures, including restoring essential services and ensuring uninterrupted connectivity. Extensive farmland is submerged, causing devastating crop losses, and livestock has been lost, severely impacting rural households. Water levels in major…

Sophie Cunningham, the Indiana Fever guard, addressed rumors about her political stance, clarifying she’s politically moderate. The “MAGA Barbie” nickname emerged after she defended Caitlin Clark, attracting attention from conservative circles. Cunningham attributes the assumptions to her background, emphasizing her agreement and disagreement with both sides of the political spectrum.

Asian stocks declined, mirroring Wall Street’s overnight losses. Political uncertainty in Japan impacted investor sentiment. Japan’s Nikkei 225 edged down amid Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s political challenges. Australia, Hong Kong, and Shanghai also experienced declines. Oil prices remained steady, supported by sanctions and anticipated US stockpile reductions. Traders are watching the upcoming OPEC+ meeting for…

Road ministry issues SOP for tunnel construction to prevent mishaps and for better alignment

The Yamuna River in Delhi has surged past the danger mark, displacing over 10,000 people across 28 locations. Water levels are expected to rise further, potentially breaching a 63-year high. Increased water discharge from Haryana’s Hathnikund barrage is exacerbating the situation, leading to traffic diversions and concerns about prolonged flooding in low-lying areas.

Novak Djokovic secured his 14th US Open semi-final berth, overcoming Taylor Fritz in a four-set battle. The Serbian star’s victory extends his unblemished record against Fritz, fueling his pursuit of a 25th major title. Djokovic acknowledged the match’s intensity, praising Fritz’s aggressive play. Despite earlier struggles, Djokovic’s resilience shone through, equalling Jimmy Connors’ US Open…

A former MMA fighter, Aaron Ely, frustrated by losing tech jobs to Indian workers, attended an ICE career expo in Texas. He expressed a desire to work with ICE to deport those he believes are taking American jobs. The expo, aiming to recruit 10,000 new officers, drew protesters who criticised ICE’s immigration enforcement policies.

At a recent event in Mumbai the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) India announced the appointment of the actor who will now work with partners to champion solutions that help women and girls learn, lead and thrive

Paddy Upton is helping the Indian hockey team overcome recent setbacks, emphasising the importance of managing mistakes and fostering a winning mentality at the Asia Cup. He drew inspiration from Roger Federer’s perspective on errors and prepared players for pressure situations, as demonstrated by their pre-Olympics training in the Alps.