Sawan Shivratri, an auspicious day for Lord Shiva's devotees, celebrated in July or August, commemorates Shiva's protection of the universe and Goddess Parvati's devotion. Devotees fast, offer prayers, and perform rituals seeking blessings, spiritual awakening, and inner peace. The day is marked with heartfelt wishes, quotes, and social media posts, fostering devotion and harmony.
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CS2 Premier Season 2 has concluded, and Season 3 is on the horizon, bringing anticipated changes to the game. Players can expect a ratings reset, requiring placement matches, and potential updates to the Active Duty Map Pool, with maps like Cobblestone or Cache possibly making a return. Furthermore, improvements to the anti-cheat system, potentially VACnet 3.
Travis and Jason Kelce are pausing their 'New Heights' podcast as Travis focuses on football training. Jason humorously shared that his wife, Kylie, keeps him in line with chores. Adding to the fun, Eric Fisher playfully inquired if Taylor Swift assigns Travis chores, to which Travis responded with laughing emojis.
England cricket team have been handed penalties for slow over rate in their 22-run win over India in the third Test. Skipper Ben Stokes accepted the sanctions, leading to England's drop in the championship standings, allowing Sri Lanka to claim the second spot. England lead the five-match series 2-1.
HDFC Bank announced its first-ever 1:1 bonus issue and a special interim dividend of Rs 5 per share alongside its Q1FY26 results. The bank reported a 12% year-on-year increase in standalone net profit, reaching Rs 18,155 crore. The record date for the bonus issue is August 27, 2025, and for the dividend, it's July 25, 2025.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, often goes unnoticed but can lead to severe health issues like heart attack and stroke. Regular check-ups are crucial for early detection and management through lifestyle changes, medication, and addressing underlying conditions. Quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and adopting a balanced diet are vital steps in controlling blood pressure and improving overall well-being.
An Air India Express flight IX110, en route to Phuket, made an unexpected return to Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday morning shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 737 Max 8, operating as flight IX110, departed around 6:40 am, a slight delay from its scheduled 6:20 am departure. The flight was expected to land in Phuket at 11:45 am.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Monday. While Nifty50 was near 24,950, BSE Sensex was down around 50 points.
The family of the Yemeni man murdered by Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death, has firmly rejected any possibility of pardon or blood money. Despite efforts by Indian authorities and religious leaders to negotiate, the victim's brother insists on retribution.
Marking his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama expressed gratitude to India for its hospitality since 1959, indirectly addressing China's claim over Tibet. He highlighted India's role as the land of Buddha and its support in preserving Tibetan culture and education. A declaration at the conference lauded his stance on his reincarnation and spiritual integrity.