Several Maharashtra civic bodies, including Nashik, Jalgaon, and Kolhapur, have ordered slaughterhouses and meat shops to close on August 15, sparking controversy. Chief Minister Fadnavis stated the government isn't involved, citing a 1988 resolution allowing corporations to decide. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar expressed discomfort, while the BJP pointed out the policy originated under Sharad Pawar's leadership.
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Greta Thunberg announced a second, larger flotilla mission to deliver aid to Gaza, launching from Spain on August 31st with activists from 44 countries. The "Global Sumud Flotilla" includes multiple ships and aims to break the Israeli blockade, despite previous attempts being intercepted.
P Chidambaram criticized the Election Commission of India, stating it should not act as a court. He raised concerns about ignored complaints in Bihar during the Special Intensive Revision, potentially undermining democratic elections. The ECI has asked Rahul Gandhi to provide evidence for his "vote theft" allegations or apologize, following doubts about the authenticity of documents he presented.
Asaduddin Owaisi, Hyderabad MP and AIMIM chief, strongly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's offer to advise PM Modi on dealing with potential US tariffs. Owaisi labeled Netanyahu a "war criminal" and accused him of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, citing significant casualties and displacement.
Telangana has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past few days, with several districts receiving over 10 cm of rain in the last 24 hours. Maddukuri in Bhadradri Kothagudem and Jadcherla in Mahabubnagar recorded the highest rainfall. Due to the heavy downpour, schools in Suryapet and Khammam have declared a holiday for students.
The WBJEE 2025 results have been abruptly stalled by the Calcutta High Court, citing contempt over alleged defiance of an earlier judicial order. The unexpected ruling has halted all admission processes, leaving over one lakh aspirants in suspense. The next course of action hinges on a division bench’s verdict expected in the coming days.
KL Rahul shared a heartfelt birthday message for his father-in-law, Suniel Shetty, while reflecting on India's impressive 2-2 series draw against England. Rahul highlighted the team's resilience in the absence of key players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, emphasizing the significance of the result for Indian Test cricket's future.
Chinese regulators are reportedly pressuring tech giants like Alibaba and ByteDance to reduce orders for Nvidia's H20 AI chips, favoring domestic alternatives. This scrutiny, led by the MIIT, requires firms to justify purchasing Nvidia chips over local options like Huawei and Cambricon. The move complicates Nvidia's export arrangement, potentially impacting its H20 sales in China.
Suresh Raina is set to be questioned by the Enforcement Directorate regarding a money laundering case linked to the illegal online betting platform 1XBet. The ED suspects Raina's involvement through endorsements and plans to record his statements under the PMLA. Investigations reveal widespread illegal betting activities in India, with significant financial implications and tax evasion.