india The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded after facing unexpected disruptions this time around. The government and the BJP had scheduled a full legislative agenda in New Delhi. Initially, the government aimed to clear FCRA amendments and push the Delimitation Bill again. These plans were affected by what were described as stormy GenZ protests. The session finished despite the initial optimistic political outlook.
sports Morkel stated that quick bowlers must maintain high intensity while bowling together to achieve success in Galle. He specifically addressed the fast bowlers during a recent interaction. This advice was given ahead of the upcoming matches scheduled for October 2023. The focus is on tactical consistency in high-pressure game situations. Players need to build momentum through sustained effort to perform well. 🏏
india Sukhbir Badal was recently attacked in Nanded, Maharashtra, during a visit to a gurudwara. The 64-year-old Akali Dal chief sustained a hand injury in the incident. This follows a previous assassination attempt in 2024 at the Golden Temple entrance in Amritsar. The shooter, Narain Singh from Gurdaspur district, was immediately arrested. Security sources suggest Narain Singh has links with the Babbar Khalsa terrorist group.
business The Delhi High Court ruled that advocates working as insolvency professionals must register under GST. This judgment was delivered by Justices Pratibha M. Singh and Shail Jain on a petition by advocate Kanwal Chaudhary. The court directed these advocates to follow the forward charge mechanism, effective from the challenge to an IBBI order dated March 9, 2021. This applies only when the advocate serves in the specific capacity of an insolvency professional. Legal services provided by the same person as an advocate remain under the existing reverse charge mechanism. ⚖️
Five more people have passed away due to measles symptoms in the last 24 hours. This latest update from the DGHS on Thursday, August 13, concerns measles cases across the country. Since March 15, the total death toll from confirmed and suspected measles cases has reached 890. Of the newly identified patients, 74 tested positive, with 951 seeking care for measles-like symptoms. Authorities are continuing to monitor these measles infections and suspected cases nationally. 📈
business The Cauvery Water Management Authority chairperson proposed setting up a river board to manage the Cauvery basin. This board would oversee resources across the entire basin instead of adhering to political boundaries between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. While the 1956 River Boards Act exists, no bodies have been set up under it so far. Several other river boards, like DVC and Krishna and Godavari River Management Boards, have been formed outside this law. Experts suggest these bodies are needed to solve complex water disputes effectively.
sports Match 6 of the Caribbean Premier League 2026 features the Jamaica Kingsmen against the Guyana Amazon Warriors on August 13th at Sabina Park, Kingston. The Kingsmen are currently 6th in the points table, while the Warriors are the runners-up from the previous edition. Kingsmen's top scorer is Rovman Powell with 85 runs, and the Warriors have Shai Hope as their top run-scorer. Predictions suggest the Jamaica Kingsmen will win the toss and the match, with Andre Russell being the likely Player of the Match. The Kingsmen are predicted to score 170+ runs if they bat first. 🏏
business Air India is starting a full screening of all its pilots for prohibited substances and medications starting August 13, 2026. This action follows a recent incident where a pilot-in-command tested positive for marijuana on flight AI 2379 from Phuket to Delhi. The screening will happen alongside training at Gurgaon Academy or after flights at various locations. Senior Vice President, Flight Operations, Manish Uppal, stated this goes beyond regulations to ensure safety. This move aims to reassure passengers and stakeholders about high professional standards. ✈️
entertainment KATSEYE's recent performance of "ANIMAL" on The Tonight Show received intense criticism from internet users. The group, which currently features four members, performed the track during their late-night debut. Backlash emerged on X and in comments regarding the perceived loss of aura and singing quality. Critics specifically pointed out the loud backing track and the reduced lineup. Moving forward, the group faces scrutiny over their current presentation.
entertainment Actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan went silent after his videos trended across social media platforms. He shared that his wife, Preeti Shukla, told him to stay quiet or she would lock him up at home. This happened after his clips from Parliament and podcasts went viral in the past few weeks. Kishan playfully embraced the attention, comparing himself to legends like Al Pacino. His upcoming movie, Mirzapur: The Movie, is scheduled for release on September 4. 🎬
Infra Market has decided to bypass the traditional Initial Public Offering route for its listing. This move will be executed through its listed subsidiary, Shalimar Paints, in a backdoor method. The company has reportedly made this strategic decision recently to streamline its public entry. This approach allows Infra Market to gain public exposure without the full scrutiny of a direct IPO process. Further details on the timeline and structure of this backdoor listing are expected soon. 📈
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