Madhya Pradesh Congress President Jeetu Patwari ignited a political firestorm by claiming women in the state consume the most alcohol nationwide, blaming BJP policies for the rise in addiction. The BJP swiftly condemned Patwari’s statement as indecent and defamatory, accusing him of insulting women for political gain.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s chief minister has mandated swift compensation for flood victims, setting a Sunday deadline for payments amidst widespread destruction. Rains and floods have claimed over 400 lives since August 15, exacerbating risks of disease and trauma. In Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan, a glacial flood has isolated residents, submerging homes and farmland, highlighting Pakistan’s vulnerability to climate-driven…
Vivo T4 Pro is launched with an FHD+ display and Qualcomm chipset. It has a 6,500 mAh battery and runs Android 15. The phone is priced starting at Rs 27,999. It will be available from August 29, 2025, on Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and retail stores. Nitro Blue and Blaze Gold are the available colours.
Prime Minister Modi launched the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost domestic exploration and capacity for rare earth minerals vital for the auto industry. He flagged off Maruti Suzuki’s first BEV, the e-Vitara, for export to 100 countries, highlighting India’s growing role in global EV manufacturing.
Pro wrestler Syko Stu, a U.S. Army veteran, is hospitalized after a violent, unscripted attack by Raja Jackson, son of UFC star Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, at a KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Sun Valley, California. Stu’s wife, Contessa Patterson, launched a GoFundMe page to support his treatment and recovery, which has already raised over $50,000.
German envoy Georg Enzweiler criticized the US imposition of tariffs on various countries, deeming them “obstacles to free trade.” He advocated for minimizing tariffs to promote open commerce.
Artificial Intelligence is set to revolutionize academic libraries. Dr. Shalini Lihitkar spoke at the I-LISS Conference 2025. She highlighted AI’s role in reshaping library services. AI will improve efficiency and accessibility. However, accuracy and ethical concerns need consideration. The conference focused on re-skilling information professionals. Delegates from 17 countries attended the event in Yogyakarta.
During a Coldplay concert at Wembley Stadium, Chris Martin played matchmaker, assisting a fan in proposing to his girlfriend during the “kisscam” segment. This heartwarming moment followed a previous incident where the “kisscam” captured a cheating scandal involving a married CEO, leading to his resignation and a PR crisis that involved Gwyneth Paltrow.
Dr. Rajiv Parti, once a successful anesthesiologist, experienced a profound near-death experience during surgery in 2010. He claims his consciousness left his body, witnessing the operation and events miles away. This was followed by terrifying visions of hell and then a journey guided by angels towards a divine light.
Janhvi Kapoor showcases her fashion versatility in this playful Miami Mini Dress by designer Clio Peppiatt, which comes with a hefty price tag of Rs 3.06 lakh.
