Sri Lanka’s presidential elections have started with 38 candidates in the race. The primary contenders are President Ranil Wickremesinghe, opposition leader Sajith Premadasa, and Marxist lawmaker Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Voting began at 7 am and will conclude by 4 pm. Results are expected by Sunday in this first election since the economic crisis two...
Read MoreThe Jharkhand government has decided to impose an internet ban across the state during the Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination. The ban will be in place from 8 am to 1:30 pm on September 21 and 22, affecting mobile internet and Wi-Fi services while allowing voice calls and fixed-line broadband to remain...
Read MoreFormer Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan is using an innovative technique involving a black band between his teeth to improve his batting stance and head position in the first Test against India. Commentator Aakash Chopra explains that this method helps the left-handed batsman Shakib in keeping his head aligned with his right shoulder, aiding...
Read MoreThe Kerala Congress’ Twitter account highlighted identical tweets about the Tirupati Laddu controversy, where users claimed their mothers fell ill after consuming the prasad. This coincides with national outrage over lab tests confirming animal fat in the sacred offering, prompting calls for a CBI investigation and comments from political leaders like YS Jagan Mohan...
Read MoreIn Mumbai’s Dharavi slum, tensions escalated as residents opposed the BMC’s plan to demolish part of a mosque. Hundreds blocked officials from entering the area, leading to heavy police deployment. The situation remains under control as talks continue between mosque representatives, BMC officials, and police to resolve the issue.
Read MoreMicrosoft has committed to a 20-year partnership with Constellation Energy to reactivate the Three Mile Island nuclear plant’s Unit 1 reactor in Pennsylvania. This move is designed to supply carbon-free electricity for Microsoft’s expanding AI data centres, aligning with its objective of operating all global data centres on clean energy by 2025.
Read MoreIn Chennai, Karthikeyan, a software engineer, was found dead after self-electrocuting at his home. He had been experiencing depression due to work pressure and was receiving treatment. His wife discovered him upon returning from a temple visit. The police have registered a case of unnatural death and are investigating further.
Read MoreAyodhya’s Ram Temple chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das expressed his dismay over reports of animal fat in ghee used for Tirumala laddus. More than three quintals of these laddus were brought to Ayodhya for the Ram Temple consecration ceremony in January. Das urged strict action against those responsible.
Read MoreThe Secret Service admitted to communication failures and operational lapses during a shooting incident at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Acting director Ronald Rowe Jr stressed the importance of accountability and improving security measures. Disciplinary actions are being considered for involved personnel, with plans to expand the security perimeter to prevent future incidents.
Read MoreThe Karnataka High Court’s Dharwad bench advised a divorcing couple to consult Sri Gavisiddeshwara Swamiji of Gavi Mutt, Koppal, for resolving their differences. Justice Krishna S Dixit emphasized addressing marital issues rather than opting for separation. The court directed the couple to meet the spiritual guru this Sunday for guidance.
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