Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit Eluru district on August 24. He will be participating in the launch of a new popcorn seed variety and interacting with local farmers. Radhakrishnan leaves Delhi at 7:15 a.m. and reaches Gannavaram Airport at 9:35 a.m. The event at the Gourmet Popcornica factory in Musunuru is set to run until 12:15 p.m. Afterward, he will depart from Musunuru via road for Gannavaram Airport.
Several foreign ministers from UAE, KSA, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt strongly condemned Israel's settlement policies in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. These nations specifically rejected the "E1" settlement plan and related activities east of occupied East Jerusalem. The statement highlighted that these actions violate international law and threaten regional peace and security. The ministers reaffirmed that the two-State solution remains the only viable path to a lasting peace for Palestinians. They called for immediate action to halt the "E1" plan and demand accountability for illegal settlement expansion.
world Nathan Cofnas claims he is being scapegoated after exposing plagiarism by Jason Arday. This happened after Cofnas published allegations against the late Cambridge professor in July. Cofnas stated he received 'death threats' following the controversy that began in July. He argues institutions are unfairly shifting blame onto whistleblowers like himself. Cofnas maintains he should not be blamed for uncovering alleged fraud at Cambridge.
business The government is planning to attract foreign university campuses to KWIN City, a 5,000-acre development. Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil stated this while addressing the Legislative Council on Friday, August 21. Several international universities have already signed agreements with the State government for potential expansion. The government is considering a build-to-suit model for these institutions, aiming for 30-40 years of operation. The process for allotting space to reputed institutions will be taken up over the next year. 🏫
india A witness in the rape case against former MP Prajwal Revanna claimed she faced threats from the accused's supporters outside the court. The Special Court of Sessions has now directed the SIT, headed by ADGP B.K. Singh, to investigate these threats. This social worker assisted the initial victim, a former househelp from the Revanna family’s Holenarsipur house. Allegedly, the accused's supporters used their influence to create issues at her workplace. The investigation will look into identifying those who issued the threats. 😟
india A 61-year-old man's body stayed on his flooded home's rooftop for nearly 18 hours. This happened in Chintasahi, Jajpur district, as floodwaters from the Brahmani and Kharasrota rivers rose. The deceased, Hrushikesh Mallik, passed away around 4:30 pm on Wednesday. Relatives reported getting no help from the local administration despite repeated calls for assistance. A social worker eventually arranged a hearse, allowing villagers to carry the body through submerged roads. 😟
tech Oppo is preparing to release ColorOS 17, featuring a redesigned Photos App in Light Mode. This update impacts users of eligible Oppo and OnePlus devices receiving the ColorOS 17 update. The new interface features a minimalist canvas and dynamic album spacing. It also integrates enhanced AI search tools seamlessly into the top header. This overhaul ensures a polished and effortless memory management experience.
india Delhi Chief Minister and BJP leader Rekha Gupta arrived in Chennai on Friday with her family. BJP functionaries greeted her upon her arrival at the Chennai airport. She planned to visit the Golden Temple in Vellore for prayers on Friday. Saturday's schedule includes her participation in an event at VIT University in Vellore. This two-day trip marks her engagement with the region's activities. 🕌
A KAIST research team has identified the 'molecular lock' that traps cells in abnormal states, opening new doors for treatment. Led by Professor Kwang-Hyun Cho at KAIST, the team pinpointed the circuits causing irreversibility in intracellular networks. They developed ROOT technology, which allows simulation and identification of these core circuits. The research proposes two controls: 'resetting' and 'reversing' to restore cell states. This tech aims to develop new strategies against cancer and aging.
health Karnataka has achieved the seventh-highest Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination coverage nationwide as of August 20. This achievement was made with only one reported adverse event following the administration of over four lakh doses. The state administered 4,15,939 out of 5,08,030 allocated vials, reaching 81.9% coverage. The national rollout began on February 28th, and monitoring continues for girls aged 14 to 15. Authorities plan to expand this vaccination effort beyond the current campaign period. 💉
sports World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday that he will not compete in the US Open because of a right knee injury. This announcement came one day after rival Carlos Alcaraz confirmed his return from a wrist injury at the fourth Grand Slam. Sinner, who won the US Open in 2024, stated he needs more time to recover from his setback. He mentioned feeling sad and disappointed about missing the electric atmosphere in New York. The decision was made after recent court sessions in Monte Carlo. 😔
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