Following the tragic murder of a tourist, Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma has announced enhanced security measures, including a real-time distress response system via a tourism app and a 'tourist buddy' scheme. The state is also enforcing carrying capacity norms and developing new tourism circuits to boost visitor experience.
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Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research suggests investor sentiment is fragile due to geopolitical tensions and crude price rallies. Nifty is range-bound between 24,400-25,200, while Bank Nifty consolidates around 56,000. Top stock picks are Paras Defence and Space Technologies, and Thirumalai Chemicals, both with a target return of 10% over three months.
Many daily habits silently harm the liver. Excessive sugar intake causes fatty liver. Overusing painkillers strains liver function. Sedentary lifestyles increase liver fat. Unregulated supplements pose hidden dangers. Crash dieting backfires and smoking adds toxins. Being proactive is important. Restrict sugar, move daily and avoid drastic diets. Regular checkups help track liver function. Quit smoking for a healthier liver.
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Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, US President Donald Trump will depart the G7 summit early. Tensions in the Middle East dominated discussions among world leaders in Canada, prompting urgent diplomacy. Trump issued a stark warning to Tehran, urging immediate evacuation and negotiation.
JSW MG Motor India has announced significant price cuts across its ZS EV range as part of its sixth-anniversary celebrations in India. The top-spec Essence trim sees the biggest reduction, now priced Rs 4.44 lakh lower. These revised prices are available for a limited time, following a 40% sales growth in May 2025, driven by the Windsor EV.
Ramesh Bhaliya arrived in Ahmedabad to claim his younger son Ajaykumar's remains after the AI 171 plane crash, while his elder son Viswash, the sole survivor, recovers in the hospital. The brothers, British citizens originally from Diu, were in India for business. Viswash, seated near the emergency exit, survived while Ajaykumar perished shortly after takeoff.
In a captivating encounter at the Delhi International GM Open Chess Tournament 2025, 80-year-old Rani Hamid, a Bangladeshi chess legend, faced 13-year-old prodigy Balaji Sudarshan. Despite a recent string of losses, Hamid's spirit remained undeterred. Sudarshan's skill led to Hamid's defeat, but the two engaged in a post-game analysis, transcending their age gap through their shared passion for chess.
Shubman Gill's captaincy began with England winning the toss and electing to bowl in the first Test at Headingley. India debuted Sai Sudharsan and welcomed back Karun Nair after eight years, marking significant changes in their batting lineup.
Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life,' starring Kamal Haasan, had a grand opening. Silambarasan's performance received praise. However, the film experienced a significant drop in collections after the opening weekend. Weekday earnings declined considerably. The film's OTT rights are with Netflix. Poor box office performance may lead to an earlier digital release than anticipated. The movie features music by AR Rahman.