Due to severe weather and recent cloudburst tragedies in Jammu and Kashmir, the Doda district administration has curtailed the Kailash Kund Yatra in Bhaderwah. The three-day pilgrimage, scheduled from August 20-22, will now be symbolic, prioritizing devotee safety. Women and children are restricted from participating. Pilgrims must carry valid ID, and the Chattergala route is off-limits.
Related news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, commemorating the immense suffering and loss endured during the 1947 Partition. Leaders like Amit Shah and S Jaishankar also paid tribute, highlighting the tragedy's lasting impact and the importance of unity. The day serves as a reminder of the human cost of division and the need to strengthen harmony.
AMD CEO Lisa Su expresses optimism about AI's role, dismissing fears of widespread job losses, particularly for Gen Z. She envisions AI as a tool for productivity enhancement and problem-solving, drawing parallels to the internet and industrial revolutions. Su emphasizes AI's potential in healthcare and trusts in humanity's ability to navigate its development responsibly.
Jensen Huang's children are now executives at Nvidia. Madison Huang leads the Omniverse division. Spencer Huang oversees AI model development. They both started as interns. Madison's rise has been rapid. Colleagues note their different leadership styles. Other employees' children also work at Nvidia. Jensen Huang addressed nepotism concerns during a company meeting. He expressed confidence in these hires.
Samajwadi Party MLA Pooja Pal has lauded Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for his zero-tolerance policy against crime, stating it significantly improved law and order. Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was murdered by Atiq Ahmed, expressed gratitude, saying the CM delivered justice, leading to the elimination of criminals like Ahmed.
ICICI Bank faced widespread criticism after announcing a significant increase in minimum balance requirements for new account holders. Consequently, the bank rolled back the decision and revised its MAB norms to Rs 15,000 for metro and urban locations, Rs 7,500 for semi-urban, and Rs 2,500 for rural areas.
The DGCA has issued a show cause notice to IndiGo regarding alleged lapses in simulator training for approximately 1,700 pilots. The regulator found that IndiGo conducted critical airfield training on simulators unqualified for high-risk airports like Calicut, Leh, and Kathmandu. IndiGo is reviewing the notice and has committed to upholding the highest safety and compliance standards.
The Delhi High Court has criticized the Centre's frequent appeals against Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) rulings that grant pension benefits to soldiers, urging the government to accept appropriate decisions gracefully.
President Trump extended the US-China tariff truce for 90 days, aiming to de-escalate tensions. Xi Jinping is strategically weaponizing China's control over key supply chains, like rare earths, to exert economic pressure on the US and its allies. This approach allows China to target critical industries and defense sectors, potentially reshaping global trade dynamics.
Jacksonville Jaguars' rookie Travis Hunter's recent marriage to Leanna Lenee is under scrutiny. Lenee once revealed that Hunter initially contacted her while he was in another relationship, which she rejected. Despite defending their relationship against accusations of ulterior motives, divorce rumors are now circulating, adding to the couple's challenges.
Salman Khan revealed he was offered an IPL team during the league's inception in 2008, but declined. He expressed no regrets, stating he's content with his decision. Khan is currently preparing for 'Battle of Galwan,' a physically demanding film based on the 2020 India-China conflict.