Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar faces accusations of obstructing IPS officer Anjana Krishna's efforts to curb illegal sand mining in Solapur. A video circulating online purportedly captures Pawar instructing Krishna to halt action against an NCP member involved. Opposition leaders are demanding an apology, alleging Pawar threatened the officer after she insisted on verifying his identity.
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Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Param Sundari' rebounds at the box office, surpassing Rs 34 crore domestically after a Monday dip. The film's success is fueled by the lead actors' chemistry, Kerala's scenic beauty, and appealing music. Despite an international slowdown, the movie's worldwide earnings have reached Rs 49 crore, with positive reviews highlighting its enjoyable romance.
Persistent rains in Uttarakhand's Garhwal hills have escalated landslide risks on the Gangotri and Yamunotri highways, increasing danger zones from 16 to 23. New slide areas have emerged, threatening pilgrims and motorists. Authorities are prioritizing road repairs and protective measures, while bypass routes are proposed to safeguard the strategically important and tourism-dependent region.
Amid trade tensions as MAGA is increasing the pressure on the administration to stop programs that generate jobs in India, right-wing commentator Laura Loomer claimed Trump is considering blocking IT outsourcing to India. "Make Call Centers American Again!" Loomer posted on X. Loomer is not in administration or a policymaker but has gained prominence as Trump whisperer.
Musk’s commentary reflects his long-running hostility to what he calls “woke ideology.” Over the years, he has mocked pronoun use, derided protections for trans people, and pledged to oppose gender-affirming care for minors. His position has often sparked criticism from activists and employees alike, but he has remained defiant, presenting himself as a defender of “common sense” against progressive overreach.
Verily, Alphabet's life sciences subsidiary, is undergoing a significant restructuring, leading to layoffs and the complete shutdown of its medical device program. CEO Stephen Gillet announced the changes in an internal memo, acknowledging the difficult decisions made to focus on precision health, data, and AI. While discontinuing device manufacturing, Verily will continue supporting existing innovations like the Dexcom G7.
The Goods and Services Tax Council approved new GST reforms. The council reduced the slabs to 5% and 18%. Nirmala Sitharaman announced the changes. The revised rates take effect from September 22. Consumer electronics like ACs and TVs will see a price cut. Mobile phone and laptop GST rates remain unchanged. Air conditioners and dishwashers will also become cheaper.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement announcement on Instagram broke the internet on August 26, 2025. The post, featuring photos from a garden proposal, garnered millions of likes within hours, briefly crashing Instagram. Swift's Ralph Lauren dress and vintage-style ring became instant sensations. The post ranks among the top 20 most-liked ever, sparking widespread celebration and memes online.
Shikhar Dhawan has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning in connection with an ongoing investigation into an online betting app suspected of money laundering. This action follows similar summons issued to other celebrities, including Suresh Raina and Rana Daggubati, as part of a broader crackdown on illegal betting platforms and their promoters.
Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari recounted Operation Sindoor, revealing that fewer than 50 weapons strikes by the IAF on Pakistani military targets compelled Islamabad to request a ceasefire by May 10. These precision strikes, some hitting targets untouched even in the 1971 war, demonstrated India's air dominance and strategic planning, effectively conveying a strong message while minimizing collateral damage.