During BJP’s 12-hour Bengal bandh, two men were injured in Bhatpara shootings aimed at a BJP youth wing member’s car, leading to eight arrests. Accusations flew between BJP’s Arjun Singh and Trinamool’s Ichini. Further clashes necessitated police intervention. Major business hubs faced disruptions, causing significant financial losses, but local transport remained largely unaffected.
Read MoreThe FBI disclosed that Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Pennsylvania, attempted to assassinate former US President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler. Engaging in detailed planning, Crooks targeted the rally as an opportune event. Trump was grazed by a bullet before Secret Service snipers neutralized the attacker with an AR-style rifle found...
Read MoreOn Thursday morning, heavy rainfall in Delhi resulted in significant waterlogging and traffic congestion across the city. Key areas such as Mehrauli-Badarpur Road and Dhaula Kuan were severely affected, with commuters battling through water-filled streets. The downpour followed a night of continuous rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in the National Capital Region, causing substantial disruption.
Read MoreThe Uttar Pradesh government proposes a digital media policy to promote its schemes through social media influencers, offering up to Rs 8 lakh monthly. The policy includes severe penalties for anti-national or obscene content. The BJP supports the initiative, whereas the opposition sees it as a threat to freedom of speech.
Read MoreLucknow Super Giants have welcomed Zaheer Khan as their mentor for the upcoming IPL season, focusing on building a solid cricket culture. Team owner Sanjiv Goenka appreciates Khan’s winning approach. Topics like player retention, including KL Rahul’s future, team dynamics, and potential interest in The Hundred are also discussed.
Read MoreIndia’s left-arm spinner Radha Yadav found herself trapped in severe Vadodara flooding, rescued by the NDRF. She shared her ordeal on Instagram, showing footage of submerged areas. Irfan Pathan also advised residents to stay indoors. The India Meteorological Department predicts more heavy rains in the region, signaling that the crisis isn’t over yet.
Read MoreIndia is poised to commission its second nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, equipped with nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles. This 112-meter vessel will fortify the nation’s strategic deterrence by joining INS Arihant. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will oversee the ceremony in Visakhapatnam. This move marks a pivotal advancement in India’s maritime security framework.
Read MoreCristiano Ronaldo, at the age of 39, has set an ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 career goals, having already netted 899. In an interview with Rio Ferdinand, he expressed his relentless drive and competitive spirit. Ronaldo highlighted the verifiable nature of his goals, contrasting them with those of past legends. His determination remains undeterred.
Read MoreSchools in Bihar, Mizoram, and Gujarat have been closed due to severe weather conditions. Patna has shut 76 rural schools until August 31, 2024, due to rising Ganga River levels. Mizoram ordered schools in four districts to close on August 28, 2024, following heavy rains and landslides. In Gujarat, all primary schools were closed...
Read MoreAstronomers discovered J0529-4351, the brightest quasar known, 500 trillion times brighter than the sun. It contains a supermassive black hole growing at an unprecedented rate. The quasar’s light, 12 billion years old, is key to studying the early Universe. Future research will use advanced instruments to explore this celestial phenomenon.
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