The Indian Army has successfully foiled an infiltration attempt by terrorists on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district. The operation, codenamed "OP TIKKA," is currently ongoing and has resulted in the elimination of two terrorists in Uri Nala. Heavy firing between security forces and the infiltrators has been reported, along with the recovery of a large quantity of weapons and ammunition.
Areas across Chennai experienced a much-needed respite from the summer heat as heavy rainfall brought down temperatures. However, the downpour also resulted in waterlogging and traffic disruptions in multiple neighborhoods. While civic authorities worked to clear clogged drains, the IMD has issued warnings for above-normal temperatures and possible thunderstorms in the coming days. Neighbouring states such as Karnataka are also expected to receive some rain, but residents are advised to remain cautious.
As per the latest update from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chennai and several districts in Tamil Nadu are set to experience light to moderate rain in the coming days, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. The unfavorable weather conditions are attributed to multiple weather systems in the region, including a cyclonic circulation over the Gulf of Mannar and the southwest Bay of Bengal. Citizens are advised to take precautions, stay hydrated, and remain alert for any district-specific advisories.
Indian stock markets faced a steep decline on Monday, with the BSE Sensex falling by 5.19 percent and the broader Nifty dropping by 5 percent. This was triggered by trade tensions between the US and China, with the former imposing reciprocal tariffs on various trading partners, including India. The growing uncertainty and fears of a possible recession have led to a downturn in global markets, with major indices such as Hang Seng, Shanghai Composite, Nikkei 225, and KOSPI also witnessing a sharp decline. The heightened volatility in the markets has caused a heavy selling pressure in the Indian market, with the Nifty Smallcap 100 and Nifty Midcap 100 also facing significant losses.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's criticism of India's startup ecosystem has faced resistance from industry leaders, who argue for the importance of government support in fostering local champions in the technology sector. Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha and former Infosys executive Mohandas Pai were among those who pushed back against Goyal's assertions at the Startup Maha Kumbh event, emphasizing the need for long-term growth and support for startups rather than just quick exits. Business leaders push back against Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's criticism of India's startup ecosystem at the Startup Maha Kumbh event. They argue for the importance of fostering local champions in the technology sector and urge for government support to help achieve this goal. Goyal had questioned whether the country's startups were truly driving progress, citing a heavy focus on food delivery and low-wage gig jobs.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently joined the viral trend of AI-generated Studio Ghibli-style portraits, thanks to ChatGPT's latest update. MyGov India shared a series of animated pictures of PM Modi, portraying him in various key moments and activities. With the heavy demand for the Ghibli-style image-generator, ChatGPT's GPUs are facing "rate limits" and causing "melting."
The powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake that hit Myanmar on Friday caused a fire and heavy damage at Mandalay University and has left at least 20 people reported dead. The impact was felt in neighboring countries, with tremors being felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand. The earthquake also triggered an emergency situation at a major hospital in Naypyidaw and caused disruption in the stock exchange.
The highly anticipated first match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru may face delays or cancellation due to heavy rain at the Eden Gardens stadium. Both teams have been unable to practice properly due to the bad weather, and the Regional Meteorological Centre predicts more thunderstorms and lightning in the area. With two new captains leading the teams for the first time, both KKR and RCB will be hoping for clear skies before the toss to start the season on a positive note.
As tourist and snowbird season winds down in Southwest Florida, residents are still dealing with heavy traffic. To address this issue, the Collier County Transportation Management Services Department is hosting an open house to share updates on the Airport Road Widening Project, which aims to alleviate travel delays and improve safety along the corridor. The project, partially funded by various sources including the Collier County One-Cent Sales Surtax and Florida Department of Transportation, is expected to be completed by 2025. The county invites residents, business representatives, and visitors to attend the public information meeting and provide feedback on the project design.
Legal documents regarding Prince Harry's US visa application have been made publicly available, but with heavy redactions. The released records reveal that a judge concluded it was not in the public interest to disclose information about Harry's immigration status. However, the heavy redactions have left many questions unanswered, particularly about whether the prince admitted to taking drugs on his forms. Despite this, one of the lawyers involved in pushing for the release of information has promised to continue pursuing the case in the hopes of finding more answers in the near future.