Swiggy's shares experienced a rise of up to 5% recently. Jefferies analysts are the ones who provided this positive outlook for the company. The report suggests a potential 60% upside from current levels. This strong recommendation comes as investors look at the food delivery market's growth. The analysts have also shared a specific target price for the stock moving forward. 📈
business The CRPF has formed a high-level Core Group to tackle the rising instances of suicides among its personnel. This group, headed by the DG CRPF, will conduct detailed monthly reviews of self-harm incidents across the force. In 2025, CRPF recorded 59 suicides, the highest in the last five years, prompting this action. The structure notably excludes ground-level commanders who are closest to the jawans and their daily struggles. The system aims for continuous monitoring and preventive measures, despite concerns about the oversight gap. 😥
india The 31st Southern Zonal Council met in Tamil Nadu, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar raised several key issues concerning fiscal devolution, delimitation, and water cooperation. He argued for greater equity, noting the South contributes 33% of India’s GDP despite having 20% of the population. Shivakumar also pushed for maintaining the 1971 population basis for Lok Sabha seats and securing women's reservation immediately. The council also discussed vital inter-state river issues like Cauvery and Mekedatu. 💧
world Tarun Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, has filed a plea in the Supreme Court against his 2013 sexual assault conviction. The appeal targets the August 6 order issued by the Bombay High Court, handled by advocate Aditya Samaddar. The High Court had sentenced Tejpal to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for rape. This conviction overturned a prior acquittal from the trial court five years ago. The Goa government had previously sought a life sentence, arguing the current sentence is disproportionate. ⚖️
sports Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev both exited the Cincinnati Open in the fourth round due to unexpected losses. Tommy Paul defeated Zverev 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 on Wednesday, while Sara Bejlek stunned Sabalenka 7-6 (9/7), 6-4 on Thursday. Zverev's match faced significant interruptions from rain, and Sabalenka is headed to the US Open on August 30. Paul will now face Flavio Cobolli, while Bejlek is set to play Madison Keys. 🎾
world A new docu-series, Declassified: Operation Sindoor, premiered on Discovery Channel on August 15th, detailing the Indian Armed Forces' Operation Sindoor. The series covers missile strikes on Pakistan-based militant infrastructure during May 2025, following a Pahalgam terror attack in April. It features accounts from leaders like Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and NSA Ajit Doval. Days later, Pakistani general Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif publicly criticized the series at 2 AM on X (Twitter). Sharif alleged the documentary was a propaganda video manipulating established facts regarding the operation's success. 🤯
india BSP chief Mayawati publicly backed the recent protests by Gen Alpha schoolchildren regarding poor school facilities. She stated this issue is a matter of 'great sorrow and concern' for students in Uttar Pradesh and other north Indian states. These students are participating in the 'School Thik Karo' campaign, which gained traction recently. Mayawati accused successive governments of neglecting the government school system and closing thousands of schools. She urges UP and other state governments to address Gen Alpha's demands with sympathy and refrain from using force. 📚
sports Manav Suthar delivered a sensational bowling performance for India, securing a 165-run win over Sri Lanka in Galle. The 24-year-old spinner took 6 wickets in the second innings, finishing with a match haul of 10 wickets. Former batter Cheteshwar Pujara advised Suthar to focus on red-ball cricket instead of pursuing an IPL contract. Pujara stressed that Suthar should preserve his strength in Test cricket rather than changing his bowling for the shorter format. This advice comes as Suthar is currently part of the Gujarat Titans squad after featuring in five IPL matches. 🏏
india A preacher was sentenced to death by a special POCSO court in Tirunelveli. The individual, S. Abraham, 50, was found guilty of sexually assaulting four minor girls in 2022. The assaults happened under the pretext of moral science classes near Mela Ilanthaikulam. Police arrested Abraham on July 5, 2022, following complaints from the victims' parents. The death sentence was formally awarded by Magistrate Suresh Kumar on August 20, 2026. 😔
Indian Android app developers are worried about potential loss of international revenue. This concern centers around stringent KYC requirements being implemented. The deadline for compliance is September 15th. These developers fear that failing to meet the new standards could cut off their overseas market access. They are now scrambling to adapt their processes before this crucial date. 😟
entertainment Nayyi Navelli's motion poster was released, featuring Yami Gautam in a red saree with a 'Bhabhi Daayan hai' theme. Her husband, Aditya Dhar, shared the poster on Instagram with a playful comment about his wife. Yami responded by teasing him to try acting and mentioning the October 16 release date. This sweet exchange garnered positive reactions from fans online. The film, directed by Balaji Mohan, stars Yami and is set to hit theaters soon.
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