In response to the US's increased tariffs on Indian goods, the government is considering targeted support for sectors like textiles and chemicals. The export promotion mission, with a budget of Rs 2,250 crore, may offer easy credit, overseas warehousing, and global branding to help exporters find new markets.
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Sunil Gavaskar's 'lucky jacket,' worn during India's Gabba Test victory in 2021, resurfaced during the thrilling India vs England series finale. Gavaskar proudly displayed the jacket after India's dramatic six-run victory at The Oval, which levelled the series 2-2. He had hinted at wearing it, believing it would bring luck, and indeed, India secured a memorable win.
The Election Commission of India took action against officials in West Bengal. Four officials got suspended for sharing elector roll database credentials. They shared it with unauthorized people. The action followed reports of wrongful additions to electoral rolls in Baruipur Purba. Disciplinary proceedings and FIRs are expected. This is due to potential criminal misconduct.
Following Mohammed Siraj's impressive performance in England, RP Singh cautioned against overworking him, emphasising the need for careful workload management akin to Jasprit Bumrah to prevent potential burnout. Singh highlighted Siraj's indispensable role and partnership with Bumrah, advocating for strategic team selections and like-for-like injury substitutions to maintain team balance and player well-being.
Prajwal Revanna, former MP and grandson of ex-PM HD Devegowda, has been convicted by a special court for raping a 47-year-old domestic help. This conviction pertains to one of the four rape cases filed against him. The court had earlier charged Revanna under various sections of the IPC and IT Act, including rape, sexual harassment, voyeurism, and destruction of evidence.
India and England will play the series-deciding final Test at the Kennington Oval. England leads the series 2-1. India aims to level the series. Dhruv Jurel will replace the injured Rishabh Pant. Ben Stokes is out due to injury. Ollie Pope will captain England. England has made four changes to their team.
Industrialist Sunjay Kapur's death, chairman of Sona Comstar, was due to natural causes, the Surrey coroner ruled, dismissing his mother's claims of foul play. Kapur, a US citizen, died from heart disease, confirmed by a post-mortem. Surrey police deemed the death non-suspicious, despite Rani Kapur's letter demanding investigation into a potential conspiracy.
Heavy rainfall lashed Delhi and the NCR region on Tuesday, causing widespread waterlogging and disrupting traffic during peak hours. The downpour, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, stranded commuters and affected flight operations, prompting advisories from Air India and Delhi Airport. The IMD forecasts continued rainfall, urging residents to stay alert.
PM Modi emphasized the need for India to attract global consumers, tourists, and students, urging citizens to enhance productivity. He highlighted the government's focus on infrastructure development and transparent governance, noting that over Rs 4.3 lakh crore has been saved by eliminating fraudulent beneficiaries through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile integration. Redevelopment of government offices will further save public expenditure.
Saiyaara continues its successful run at the box office, breaking records in its second week. Despite a minor drop on weekdays, the film earned Rs 30 crore on its second Sunday. Second Monday collections were Rs 9.25 crore, and Tuesday afternoon saw Rs 1.6 crore. The total collection now stands at Rs 258.17 crore.