🛣️ Maharashtra gives 60 days to clear highway dhabas

Maharashtra has issued a 60-day ultimatum to demolish roadside dhabas and hotels situated on National Highways. This directive targets various establishments across the state's major highways. The deadline for compliance has been set as November 30, 2023. The move aims to improve traffic flow and maintain the integrity of national highway infrastructure. Authorities are now initiating inspections to ensure compliance with this order. 🚧

🚀 Eternal pivots from home delivery to out-of-home experiences

Eternal is shifting its focus from convenience to experiences for urban consumers. Rahul Ganjoo, CEO of District, stated offline shopping could be the second-largest vertical in three years. This is part of a larger strategy to capture shifting urban spending patterns in India. District aims to be the digital layer for offline activities like dining and shopping. The company believes saved time from services like Blinkit will be spent on leisure activities.

😠 Cheema slams Harbhajan Singh over 'zombie drug' video

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema claimed the viral video posted by Harbhajan Singh was filmed in Rajasthan, not Punjab. Cheema accused Harbhajan Singh, who switched to the BJP, of participating in an 'anti-Punjab' conspiracy. He alleged that the BJP is defaming Punjab by pushing a narrative about drug issues. Furthermore, Cheema stated that drugs are being supplied into Punjab from Gujarat, a BJP-ruled state. He added that the AAP government has successfully launched a War on Drugs against the menace.

🎬 Vijay's final film 'Jana Nayagan' hits big numbers

Thalapathy Vijay's final film, 'Jana Nayagan', is performing strongly at the box office. It is currently running across 820 shows with 10.1% occupancy in India. As of the latest updates, its India net collection has reached Rs 193.18 crore, and the worldwide total is Rs 318.09 crore. The political action drama stars Pooja Hegde and features music by Anirudh Ravichander. The film's collections are tracked closely as it enters its third week in theaters.

🚗 Maruti e Vitara gets free software update ⚡

Maruti Suzuki initiated its first service campaign for the e Vitara electric SUV due to a software issue. This update affects the Integrated Display System (IDS) by potentially showing lower average power consumption than reality. The company confirmed this error does not impact the vehicle's performance or safety whatsoever. The free reprogramming will be done at authorized Nexa dealerships, and it will not void the warranty. Owners who received the letter are advised to schedule an appointment soon.

🏛️ Lok Sabha Speaker asks for order amidst disruptions

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla appealed for cooperation to restore normal functioning of the House. This appeal was made in New Delhi as the Opposition's two main demands were reportedly accepted. These demands included Union Home Minister Amit Shah's participation and a discussion on student issues. Birla objected to placards, stressing that the House functions through dialogue and cooperation. The government is now seeking to resume legislative business following the Speaker's intervention. 🏛️

🌧️ Himachal Monsoon Mayhem: 157 Dead, Roads Blocked ⛰️

Monsoon fury in Himachal Pradesh has resulted in 157 fatalities due to flash floods and landslides. The state is facing severe disruption, with 259 roads shut across the region. Between June 30 and August 9, 157 people died, and nearly 900 properties were damaged, costing around Rs 886 crore. The IMD has issued an orange alert, indicating the challenging situation is not yet over. Authorities are working to clear the roads, but fresh landslides continue to pose major hurdles.

💻 Independence Day tech sale is here 🎧

Several brands like Sennheiser, Asus, Sonos, and Oral-B have launched limited-time offers for gadgets this Independence Day. Asus is offering up to 53% off laptops, with the Vivobook S14 Flip priced at Rs 96,990. These deals run until August 16th at major electronics retailers across India. Consumers can also get instant bank discounts and EMI options on select purchases. The sale features everything from wireless headphones to smart toothbrushes for everyone.

✈️ Trump's secret plane switch in Turkey

Reports indicate that US President Donald Trump secretly changed aircraft in Turkiye last month due to an Iranian assassination threat. He reportedly used a catering cart to switch from Air Force One, which acted as a decoy, to a smaller C-32A military aircraft. This operation occurred after Trump publicly mentioned departing the NATO summit in Ankara on July 8. The move was triggered by a credible threat from Iran-aligned armed groups against him. Trump later flew to Washington, DC on the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One.

🏫 Kerala asks for AICTE extension for engineering admissions

Kerala's Higher Education department has requested the Union Ministry of Education to extend the AICTE deadline for engineering admissions. This request stems from concerns about vacant seats in government engineering colleges and objections to the current decentralized spot admissions. The national deadline is set for August 14, and extensions are sought by other states citing various issues. If extended, more allotment rounds could happen to fill all government seats, according to officials. However, student groups worry the current decentralized process disadvantages poorer students and favors self-financing colleges. 😥

🚗 AR Rahman's Son Speaks Out on Chennai Crash

AR Ameen has finally commented on the car accident that occurred in Chennai. He stated that he was occupying the passenger seat during the incident. The accident took place on a specific date which was not detailed in the available report. This event has drawn significant media attention due to the family's prominence. Further updates regarding the situation are awaited from the family.