The Indian men’s hockey team and South Korea played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the opening match of the Super 4 stage of the Hero Men’s Asia Cup 2025. Hardik Singh and Mandeep Singh scored for India, while Jihoon Yang and Hyonghong Kim found the net for South Korea. The match, played in Bihar, saw India taking an early lead before South Korea fought back to level the score. The game was filled with exciting moments.
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Maruti Suzuki has recently introduced the Victoris SUV, set to be launched with a price announcement in the coming weeks. This new model is designed to rival the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos in the Indian automotive market. A standout feature is its ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) capability, which has contributed to its achievement of a 5-star safety rating. The crash tests conducted by Bharat NCAP resulted in the Victoris receiving the highest safety rating. The assessment included tests on several variants, namely the ZXI+ Strong Hybrid eCVT, ZXI+(O) Strong Hybrid eCVT, and ZXI+(O) 6AT, with the rating applicable…
Principal Secretary Pankaj Kumar of the Bihar Agriculture Department presided over a state-level monthly review meeting at Krishi Bhawan, Patna. Agricultural officers from all divisions and districts were in attendance. Discussions centered on significant issues such as Kharif crop coverage, data upload status on the Bihan app, diesel subsidies, contingency crop planning, rainfall patterns, and agricultural input grants. Officials received instructions to ensure the prompt processing of all applications related to agricultural inputs. The Principal Secretary highlighted that the distribution of seeds aims to provide farmers with timely access, thereby influencing crop yields and overall productivity. Consequently, a review of…
A man in the Shikharipara area of Dumka district, Jharkhand, had his tongue bitten off in a shocking incident. The incident followed a minor argument. Following the incident, the victim’s wife filed a formal complaint at the local police station. The complaint names a woman, and alleges others were involved. Police have detained the woman named in the complaint and have opened an investigation. Jelenur Bibi, a local resident, provided a written statement to police detailing the incident. She stated her husband, Laltu Sheikh, had his tongue bitten off. In her statement, she accuses Kalavati Murmu, her husband, and other…
An unusual case has come to light in Bemetara, Chhattisgarh, involving an 81-year-old woman named Shail Sharma, who was forced to prove her existence to local authorities. She reported to the Bemetara Collector’s office to confirm her life, stating, ‘I am alive, and I should not be considered dead.’ The elderly woman accuses her relatives, specifically her daughter-in-law, of forging her death certificate to gain control of her husband’s property. This property includes land in Maihar Road, Satna, MP, originally purchased by her husband. The management of this land fell under the purview of her daughter-in-law. However, the transfer of…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, under the leadership of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, convened its 56th meeting in Delhi, resulting in several key decisions aimed at streamlining the tax structure. A major outcome of the meeting was the restructuring of GST rates, with the elimination of the 12% and 18% tax slabs. The council has now approved a simplified two-tier system, with rates set at 5% and 18%. These changes, designed to benefit the public, will come into effect on September 22nd. During a press conference following the meeting, Sitharaman outlined the items that would become cheaper, highlighting…
The nature of drone warfare is evolving with AI integration. Ukraine’s innovative approach involves equipping drones with artificial intelligence, enabling them to make independent decisions during combat. These AI-powered drones are designed to navigate complex environments, evade threats, and strike targets strategically. The drones operate in coordinated formations, similar to natural swarms. They assess the battlefield, choose the optimal attack strategy, and adapt their positioning for maximum effectiveness. This technology allows for a more dynamic and efficient form of aerial combat. Ukraine’s innovative use of AI in drones is a notable development in modern warfare.
Ashish Kapoor, a television actor, has been arrested in Pune based on a rape accusation made by a woman. The woman claims the assault occurred during a party in Delhi the previous month. Initial reports indicated the two had met via Instagram. The woman initially accused multiple attackers, but later changed her statement to implicate only Kapoor. An FIR was lodged on August 11, with the charges amended from gang rape to rape. Authorities followed Kapoor’s movements from Delhi to Goa and then to Pune, where he was arrested. Reports suggest CCTV footage and witness testimonies place Kapoor and the…
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 launch is highly anticipated, with the Unpacked event set for September 4th. Numerous leaks provide insights into the tablet’s features. According to reports, Samsung will introduce a Plus variant alongside the standard and Ultra models. The base model is anticipated to feature an 11-inch display, while the Ultra will have a 14.6-inch screen. Color options are expected to include silver and gray. Rendered images of the Ultra model show a smaller notch, contrasting with the standard model’s thicker bezel. AI features are also rumored, including Gemini Live for interactive tasks, a text-to-image generator, and an…
A resurfaced interview from five years prior has thrust Irfan Pathan back into the spotlight, igniting a fan debate and prompting a response from the cricketer. The interview, conducted during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, has gained traction due to a particular comment that is now perceived as a veiled criticism of former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The comment, made during a conversation about the 2008 Commonwealth Bank Series, focused on Pathan’s personal habits and alluded to a lifestyle choice. The quote in question, “I do not have the habit of smoking hookah in someone’s room or…