The Supreme Court declined to extend the September 1 deadline for Bihar's draft voter list claims, as the Election Commission assured submissions are accepted until the nomination deadline. The court expressed concern over the low number of objections from political parties despite directives. It directed legal services to aid citizens with enrollment, noting individual electors were more proactive.
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India gears up to celebrate Teacher's Day on September 5th. The day recognizes educators' contributions to shaping future generations. It marks Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's anniversary. People share wishes, messages, and quotes to express gratitude. Options for greeting cards include DIY, photo collages, and digital designs. The celebration aims to appreciate teachers' dedication and impact. Read below to know more!
Google employees celebrated as a federal judge ruled the company could keep its Chrome browser, preventing a potential corporate breakup. The decision led to a surge in Google's stock and a flood of celebratory memes among employees. While Google avoided a forced sale of Chrome, the ruling requires them to share search data with competitors and end exclusive distribution deals.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari stated that honesty is challenging in politics, where deception can lead to leadership. Speaking at an event, he emphasized the importance of truth, non-violence, peace, humanity, and equality, drawing inspiration from Chakradhar Swami's teachings. Gadkari also highlighted the significance of values like honesty and dedication in society.
Leon Draisaitl’s wife, Celeste Desjardins, joined her close friend Mikayla Nurse, wife of Darnell Nurse, to celebrate Mikayla’s 30th birthday. The Edmonton Oilers couple, often spotted vacationing and spending off-ice time together. This marked the milestone with heartfelt social media posts, and Celeste shared fun Instagram stories. Mikayla highlighted the event with cheerful captions and stylish photos.
Justin Herbert threw for 318 yards and three TDs as the Chargers snapped a seven-game skid against Kansas City with a 27-21 win in São Paulo. Patrick Mahomes kept the Chiefs alive late, but injuries, missed kicks, and a lack of defensive pressure proved costly. Analyst called the pass rush “concerning.”
Airports in India may face reduced user development fees for lapses like dirty toilets, baggage delays, and long queues, as per a proposal from the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA). The regulator plans to implement uniform performance standards for major airports, linking compliance to tariff structures with rewards for exceeding standards and penalties for failures.
India has crossed a historic milestone, with over one crore school teachers in 2024–25, marking a significant step toward improved pupil-teacher ratios and higher student retention. Yet, persistent learning gaps and the under-representation of women in leadership, highlighted by the UNESCO GEM Report 2024–25, reveal that numerical growth alone cannot guarantee equitable, high-quality education across the nation.
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Peter Navarro accused India of indirectly funding Russia's war in Ukraine through discounted oil purchases, alleging that Brahmins are profiting at the expense of the Indian people. He criticized India's high tariffs, claiming they hurt American workers and taxpayers while indirectly funding the Russian war machine. Navarro also expressed optimism about trade negotiations with China.
A retired Punjab police officer, Darshan Singh, was kidnapped in Bareilly. His wife cleverly secured the kidnappers' location by sending ransom money via UPI. She then alerted the police. Bareilly police rescued Singh and arrested two suspects, Akash Kumar and Virendra Pal. Four other suspects are still on the run. Police seized a motorcycle used in the crime.