The US has granted India an extension on sanctions waivers for Iran's Chabahar Port until early next year. This crucial port facilitates India's regional connectivity plans, providing vital access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.
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Cyclonic storm Montha is heading towards Andhra Pradesh, expected to make landfall near Kakinada around midnight Tuesday with wind speeds of 90-100 kmph. Authorities have placed several districts on high alert, established rehabilitation centers, and deployed NDRF and SDRF teams. Heavy rains and strong winds are also anticipated in southern Odisha and northern Tamil Nadu.
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule warned BJP workers about their mobile phones and WhatsApp groups being monitored, urging discipline ahead of local polls. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut condemned this as a privacy breach, demanding the minister's arrest. Bawankule later clarified that the party links booth-level WhatsApp groups to its war room for communication and feedback.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff believes artificial intelligence will not replace sales jobs. He plans to hire between 3,000 and 5,000 new salespeople. This comes as Salesforce adopts AI in other areas, leading to job cuts in customer support. Benioff emphasizes the importance of human connection in sales. He states AI augments sales capacity, helping with tasks like following up on leads. The company aims to increase overall sales capacity by 19% through this combined approach.
The National Highways Authority of India has simplified the FASTag Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process, ensuring services remain active during pending verification. Motorists now only need a front vehicle photo, and the system automatically retrieves RC details via Vahan. Issuing banks will proactively assist users, and the helpline is available for support.
India leveled the T20I series against Australia with a five-wicket victory in Hobart, successfully chasing 187. Washington Sundar's unbeaten 49 off 23 balls was pivotal, while Arshdeep Singh's early wickets earned him Player of the Match. Tim David's 74 had earlier propelled Australia to 186.
Ford Motor Company is set to restart manufacturing in India. The automaker will invest Rs 3,250 crore in its Chennai facility. This move marks a significant return after exiting vehicle production in 2021. The plant will focus on engine manufacturing for export. Production is scheduled to begin in 2029. This project is expected to create over 600 jobs.
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is reshaping education and social programs across the U.S., affecting everything from K-12 schools to college and family support. It brings federal school vouchers, changes to Medicaid and SNAP, a slight boost to the Child Tax Credit, and stricter student loan rules. While it promises more choice, it also raises concerns about fairness and the impact on families and schools.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress and RJD of insulting Chhath Puja and using it for votes, calling their leaders "yuvrajs" from corrupt families. He stated that while his government seeks Unesco heritage status for the festival, opposition leaders dismiss it as "drama." PM Modi also criticized the alliance's "unrealistic promises" and alleged a focus on "loot" and "misgovernance."
A tragic incident near Nagla Budhi has claimed five lives. A speeding car struck pedestrians, killing five and injuring two. The victims were rushed to Sarojini Naidu Medical College where they were declared dead. Eyewitnesses reported the car hit a divider before veering off. The driver has been arrested and the vehicle seized.