Indoor air, especially in cars, contains surprisingly high levels of microplastics, with potential inhalation of tens of thousands of particles daily. These particles, often small enough to penetrate deep into lung tissue, originate from synthetic textiles, plastic packaging, and vehicle interiors. Exposure can lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and other health concerns, prompting calls for mitigation strategies.
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Shanta Pal, a 28-year-old Bangladeshi woman and former airline crew member, has been arrested in Kolkata for allegedly possessing fake Indian identity documents. Pal, who also worked as a model and food vlogger, had been living in Kolkata with her parents on a valid passport.
The BJP celebrated the Delhi government's success in preventing waterlogging at Minto Bridge during heavy rain, a location notorious for flooding. Despite the BJP's claims of improvement, the Aam Aadmi Party criticized the government, citing widespread waterlogging in other areas of Delhi. The IMD reported rainfall across the city and forecast continued wet weather, advising residents to take precautions.
Jason Kelce shared a photo with Adam Sandler, his dad, and Travis Kelce. Travis has a cameo in Netflix's Happy Gilmore 2. Jason congratulated Sandler for reviving the classic movie. He also praised Travis for his role as a waiter. The film features a comedic scene. Adam Sandler lauded Kelce's performance. Happy Gilmore 2 is now streaming on Netflix.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" remarks, deeming it an "anti-India" stance. Rijiju urged Gandhi to act with the dignity expected of an opposition leader, rather than attacking the government. Gandhi had listed reasons for India's economic decline, blaming Modi's policies and alleging favoritism towards Adani.
During a White House event, President Trump mispronounced Tua Tagovailoa's name while announcing the quarterback's appointment to the Presidential Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. Despite the verbal stumble, Trump praised Tagovailoa's resilience, highlighting his comeback from injury. Tagovailoa's connection to the Trump family, including his wife's support and interactions with Ivanka Trump, adds another layer to his prominent role.
India's GST collection witnessed a 7.5% year-on-year increase, reaching Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July 2025, driven by strong domestic revenues and increased imports. Domestic revenue grew by 6.7%, while import taxes rose by 9.5%. Net GST revenue stood at Rs 1.69 lakh crore, reflecting a modest increase, though refunds surged significantly.
Ishan Kishan, initially considered as Rishabh Pant's replacement for the fifth Test match, is unfit due to an ankle injury sustained in a driving accident, resulting in ten stitches and a plaster cast. While the BCCI hasn't officially confirmed, TimesofIndia.com can confirm Pant has a fractured toe which will require extensive rehabilitation.
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar and EPIC for voter authentication during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The court emphasized that the SIR should focus on broad inclusion rather than exclusion. While rejecting a stay on the SIR, the court agreed to daily hearings for a swift resolution.
During a Lok Sabha debate on terrorism, Amit Shah accused Congress of shielding Pakistan, citing P. Chidambaram's remarks questioning Pakistan's involvement in attacks. Shah blamed Congress for Pakistan's creation and the failure to reclaim PoK, criticizing Nehru's ceasefire decision and Indus Waters Treaty.