The impact of China’s restrictions on rare earth magnets is being felt by Bajaj Auto, a major player in the electric scooter market. Production of the Chetak electric scooter has been significantly affected. SIAM data indicates that Bajaj Auto’s Chetak production fell to 10,824 units last month, a substantial drop of 47% compared to July 2024. This decline highlights the challenges posed by the scarcity of rare earth materials, essential for electric vehicle components. The shortage has led to a reduction in the supply of Chetak scooters to dealerships, with a 42% year-over-year decrease. This marks the lowest figure for…
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A real-life drama echoing the plot of the movie ‘Ajnabee’ has emerged from Darbhanga. A woman, Neha, chose her brother-in-law, Pravesh, over her husband, Santosh. Santosh, working in Pune, was frequently away from home, leading to Neha’s loneliness. She began spending time with her sister-in-law, Pooja, and Pooja’s husband, Pravesh, resulting in an affair. When Santosh discovered the relationship through social media posts, he returned home, only to be rejected by Neha, who insisted on staying with Pravesh. In a twist, Pooja expressed her willingness to accept Neha into the marriage. Adding to the complexity, Santosh offered to take Pooja…
In a meeting held in Alaska, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in crucial discussions regarding the conflict in Ukraine. The talks were described as “very productive” and “mutually respectful.” Despite these positive descriptions, President Trump clarified that no agreement had been reached. President Putin, however, viewed the talks as “thorough and useful” and expressed Russia’s desire to end the conflict while acknowledging existing “legitimate concerns.” The meeting followed three hours of talks centered on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which began in February 2022. Trump reported that while significant progress was achieved, a final agreement remained…
Bobby Deol, who gained renewed recognition for his villainous portrayal in ‘Animal,’ had a career marked by both successes and setbacks. He began his Bollywood journey with a promising debut in ‘Barsaat’ in 1995. However, his filmography included several flops, including ‘Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo,’ which featured prominent actors Akshay Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan. ‘Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo’ brought together Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol, and Amitabh Bachchan. The film was released approximately 21 years ago, in December 2004. Directed by Anil Sharma, the cast included Divya Khosla, Sandali Sinha, and Nagma, alongside Danny Denzongpa, Ashutosh Rana, and Govind…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to penalize senior players by reducing their salaries following a string of disappointing performances by the national team. The team’s recent losses against the West Indies in an ODI series and a T20I series against Bangladesh have prompted the board to take action. The PCB plans to deduct salaries by removing the 3% share of ICC revenue from the central contracts, a move that could significantly impact players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi. This decision is expected to be implemented before the Asia Cup 2025, potentially costing the players a total…
Donald Trump was in constant communication with Alexander Lukashenko during a meeting in Alaska to better understand Vladimir Putin’s mindset. Lukashenko, the President of Belarus, is regarded as one of Putin’s closest allies. Trump remained in contact with Lukashenko throughout the talks. Trump sought to learn Putin’s true intentions through Lukashenko. He contacted Lukashenko just before the meeting. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were also in attendance. Before the meeting, Ukraine and European nations expressed that Putin’s efforts were aimed at prolonging the timeline. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, stated that Putin was…
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a three-hour meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, with delegations from both nations in attendance. The primary topic of discussion was a ceasefire in Ukraine, which did not materialize. Trump stated that substantial progress was made but no agreement on the Ukraine war was reached. He further stated his intention to speak with NATO and Kyiv. Trump had previously boasted of his deal-making skills, claiming he could bring Zelensky and Putin together. However, the meeting fell short of these expectations. Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian envoy, described the meeting as exceptionally positive. Trump allowed Putin to speak…
On India’s 79th Independence Day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy conveyed his wishes and expressed his desire for India to play a role in bringing an end to the conflict with Russia. During a recent detailed discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Zelenskyy discussed important matters concerning bilateral cooperation and the global diplomatic situation. He expressed gratitude for PM Modi’s support and emphasized the significance of international unity. The Ukrainian President mentioned that they agreed to schedule a personal meeting in September at the UN General Assembly, along with arranging reciprocal visits. The dialogue took place amid continuing tensions between Russia…
The meeting between President Trump and President Putin is underway, with the aim of discussing a ceasefire in Ukraine. However, Russia seems to have specific conditions before it will consider ending the conflict. One of Russia’s primary goals is to gain international recognition for the territories it has occupied over the past three years. Analysts suggest that Russia’s current military position gives it an advantage in the negotiations. The ongoing conflict has seen Russia make territorial gains, and the absence of the Ukrainian president from the discussions puts Ukraine in a weaker negotiating position. Russian experts believe President Putin is…
The Congress party is urging citizens to participate in its campaign by updating their social media display pictures (DPs). The campaign aims to highlight alleged electoral irregularities. The party asserts that the core of Rahul Gandhi’s struggle involves safeguarding the electoral mandate, revealing a conspiracy of vote theft attributed to the Election Commission and the BJP, and safeguarding democracy. The party has provided a link for users to obtain a DP featuring the slogans ‘Freedom from Vote Theft’ and ‘Stop Vote Theft’. In addition, the Congress has established a web portal to facilitate public registration and to encourage demands for…