Priyanka Chaturvedi's podcast banter with Smika Prakash, referencing Shashi Tharoor, sparked a witty exchange online. Chaturvedi, part of a delegation highlighting India's anti-terrorism stance post-Operation Sindoor, emphasized representing the nation abroad despite being a vocal opposition member domestically. She also criticized the Election Commission of India, expressing concerns about eroding public trust and perceived bias towards the BJP.
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Following his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, US President Donald Trump mentioned potentially imposing tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil in the coming weeks. While no agreements were signed during the three-hour closed-door meeting, both leaders expressed cautious optimism regarding US-Russia relations and the conflict in Ukraine.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr has been drawn alongside FC Goa in the AFC Champions League Two group stage, raising hopes of the Portuguese star playing in India. However, his appearance is uncertain due to contract conditions regarding away travel. Mohun Bagan Super Giant too, will participate in the competition, adding to the excitement for Indian football fans.
India's IT sector faces a double whammy: the rise of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and the integration of Artificial Intelligence. GCCs, in-house tech hubs of multinational corporations, are challenging traditional outsourcing, offering better control and cost efficiency.
In Auraiya, a shocking crime unfolded as 33-year-old Surjeet sexually assaulted and murdered his 14-year-old cousin shortly after she tied a rakhi on his wrist. Police investigations revealed that Surjeet, after heavy drinking, assaulted the sleeping teenager and attempted to stage her death as a suicide. The suspect has been arrested, and forensic evidence is being gathered to ensure justice.
Goa achieved a "rabies-controlled" status in 2021 after eliminating human rabies cases since 2017, following a 2014 outbreak that claimed 17 lives. Mission Rabies initiated mass vaccination and sterilization drives, significantly reducing cases. Cross-border transmission from neighboring states remains a challenge, prompting intensified vaccination efforts in border regions and mandatory pet vaccination declarations for visitors.
Tyson Fury and Paris Fury remarried in Nice, France. The ceremony occurred on August 13, 2025. All seven children attended, dressed in white. The couple initially married in 2008 and renewed vows in 2013. Tyson wore a cream linen shirt, and Paris wore a lace dress. Their daughters acted as flower girls.
International analysts corroborate Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh's claims regarding Operation Sindoor, confirming the IAF's downing of multiple Pakistani jets, including a Saab 2000 early warning aircraft. Expert Tom Cooper highlights the S-400 missile system's successful strike at 300 km, a potential world record.
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has released the CMA June 2025 Intermediate and Final results on its official website, icmai.in. This session saw 5,491 candidates complete the Intermediate course and 2,167 clear the Final. Pass percentages varied across groups, reflecting mixed trends compared to December 2024, with some declines in key categories.
Dr. Priya Karthika, a 27-year-old psychiatry PG student at Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences (BIMS), tragically died by suicide on Monday. She allegedly consumed an overdose of medicine in her hostel room after completing her hospital duty. Dr. Karthika had a history of depression and had previously attempted suicide, receiving treatment in Bengaluru.