Torrential rain in Himachal Pradesh triggered cloudbursts and flash floods, resulting in at least two confirmed deaths near Dharamshala, with fears of 15-20 workers missing from a hydroelectric project site. Kullu district was severely affected, witnessing damaged homes and missing persons, while infrastructure and roads suffered extensive damage across multiple regions due to the deluge.
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A fire erupted on the set of the popular TV show Anupamaa in Mumbai's Film City early Monday morning, causing significant damage. The All Indian Cine Workers Association confirmed the set was destroyed, but thankfully, no casualties were reported. The incident occurred before the scheduled shoot, with crew members present.
Bypolls across five Assembly segments in Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Kerala saw varied voter turnouts, with West Bengal's Kaliganj leading at nearly 70%. Largely peaceful, the polls were necessitated by MLA deaths and resignations. Key contests included those in Nilambur (Kerala), Visavadar and Kadi (Gujarat), and Ludhiana West (Punjab). The Election Commission implemented webcasting and mobile-phone deposit facilities.
Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas suggests Google should rebuild Android, claiming it prioritizes ad revenue over AI-driven user experiences. He argues the current OS structure hinders the development of truly intelligent, proactive AI agents. Srinivas believes fundamental changes are needed, not just added AI features.
Sourav Ganguly has urged fellow Indian pacers to support Jasprit Bumrah in the ongoing Test series against England. Ganguly emphasised Bumrah's adaptability across formats but noted the lack of support from other bowlers like Shardul Thakur, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj.
Shashi Tharoor criticized Donald Trump's lunch with Asim Munir. He reminded the US of Pakistan's history with terrorism. Tharoor cited Osama bin Laden's presence near a Pakistani army camp. He hoped the US raised concerns about Pakistan's support for terrorism. Trump invited Narendra Modi to the US, but Modi declined.
Talking about the range, the Harrier EV’s 75kWh RWD and AWD versions offer an MIDC-certified range of up to 627km and 622km, respectively, on a full charge. Talking about the charging, the SUV takes approximately 10.7 hours to go from 10 to 100 per cent using a 7.2kW AC charger, while a 120kW DC fast charger can top up the battery from 20 to 80 per cent in just 25 minutes (both claimed).
Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, President Trump has declined to confirm or deny potential US military action against Iran, maintaining strategic ambiguity. He acknowledged Iran's desire to negotiate, questioning why they didn't engage earlier. Trump's statements, coupled with increased military deployments, suggest a possible shift towards deeper US involvement or leveraging the threat of it.
Tensions escalate as Israel reports Iran's use of a cluster munition missile against a populated area, marking a concerning development in the ongoing conflict. The attack on Or Yehuda scattered bomblets, raising international alarm due to the weapon's indiscriminate nature and long-term risks to civilians.
Adani Airports Holdings Ltd. (AAHL) has secured $1 billion in financing for Mumbai International Airport (MIAL) through a project finance structure. This includes issuing $750 million in notes for refinancing and a provision to raise an additional $250 million. The funds will support MIAL's capital expenditure program for development and modernization.