Bajaj is set to launch its first-ever adventure motorcycle model before the Christmas season. This new bike is slated to be introduced by Bajaj Auto in India. The launch is anticipated to happen sometime before the end of December this year. This addition aims to expand Bajaj's presence in the growing adventure bike segment market. Details regarding the final specifications and pricing will be unveiled closer to the launch date. 🏍️
science Ladakh has started redirecting nearly 90 million litres of daily glacier-melt water into the Igoo-Phey Irrigation Canal. This project benefits almost 12 villages and will increase irrigation coverage to over 1,000 acres of farmland. The water was diverted from the Stok village Nallah in Leh, a process initiated after LG V K Saxena's direction on August 14. The canal's flow is set to increase from 50 to nearly 80 cusecs using basic earthwork. Authorities plan to expand this successful, cost-effective model to other streams across Ladakh.
business More than half of the 64 bills introduced in the 18th Lok Sabha were passed by both Houses within the same session. This data shows an accelerating pace, moving from only five out of ten in the 2026 Budget Session. During the Monsoon Session ending August 13, 11 out of 12 introduced bills were passed, except the Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026. Six of the 11 Monsoon Session bills were not on the original agenda, raising scrutiny concerns. Nine of the 11 passed bills were cleared with minimal debate, highlighting the rapid legislative trend. 💨
sports Salman Ali Agha faced heavy criticism after Pakistan's big loss against England in the first Test at Headingley. The Joe Root-led England team secured a 1-0 lead by winning by an innings and 103 runs on the date. This defeat came in the series opener, which was finished inside three days, despite rain interruptions. Agha blamed the loss on poor preparation and difficulty adjusting to the UK's conditions. The team aims to bounce back in the next two Tests, acknowledging the need for more consistency. 🏏
business A delegation from Liverpool City Development and Liverpool FC met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy while he was in London. The Liverpool delegation plans to visit Hyderabad in October to formalize a strategic partnership with Telangana. This collaboration will focus on sectors like sports, technology, life sciences, and the creative economy. Furthermore, K. Ramakrishna Rao met with Imperial College officials to discuss collaboration opportunities. Ms. Amanda Wolthuizen showed interest in education programs and research exchange in Hyderabad.
sports Questions around Kuldeep Yadav intensify as he misses practice sessions in Colombo. Team India is in Colombo for the second Test against Sri Lanka. The decision is weighing on the team as the bowling attack focus remains key. Head Coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed all options are open for the bowling lineup. The team will aim for the best attack to secure 20 wickets for a win.
sports The East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant clash will decide the Durand Cup 2026 title on Sunday. The match takes place at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. Mohun Bagan has won 17 titles compared to East Bengal's 16. Both teams have strong attacking lineups heading into this major final. Viewers can catch the game live on Sony LIV and Sony Sports 5 in India. ⚽
india MK Stalin attacked Tamil Nadu CM Vijay for treating the State Assembly like a movie set and giving dramatic punch dialogues. This criticism came after the DMK staged a walkout during Vijay's address in June at the State Assembly. The DMK also rejected the government's free car offer for MLAs, with 59 legislators declining the benefit. Stalin further accused the Vijay-led government of renaming welfare schemes from the DMK's tenure. The DMK plans major organizational changes, including age caps, following this political confrontation.
india Delhi Police arrested a 40-year-old man named Amarjeet alias Amar in an extortion case. The arrest took place in the Rani Bagh area following continuous surveillance by the police. The case was registered in April 2026 regarding a ₹2 crore demand from the Lawrence Bishnoi-Randeep Malik gang. Amarjeet was allegedly involved in identifying a target and had been absconding since the case registration. Proceedings under BNSS Section 84 were initiated against him after his bail application was dismissed. 🧐
india Reservation Hatao Andolan claimed the government agreed to discuss their demands, with a central minister set to hold talks. The protest was organized at Jantar Mantar, attracting a large crowd on Friday. Protesters raised key demands like considering economic condition and a 'quota within quota' system. Further calls included a white paper on reservations and minimum marks for higher education. The movement representatives stressed that the protest is not over yet.
Aamir Khan has begun a dramatic weight-loss transformation to portray a 25-year-old character. This preparation is for the upcoming film 'Lalkaara' directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. The project is slated for release sometime next year, though no exact date has been confirmed yet. This physical commitment shows the actor's dedication to his craft. Fans are eagerly anticipating seeing his transformation on screen.
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