Bhopal, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Madhya Pradesh has officially adopted '112' as its new integrated emergency response number, aligning with global standards such as '911' in the US and '999' in the UK. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav formally launched the service, marking the beginning of a phased transition from the decade-old Dial-100 system. The rollout of Dial-112 is expected to gradually replace existing emergency numbers -- 100 (police), 101 (fire services), 102 (ambulance), and 108 (disaster m...Read More
Bengaluru: India's commercial office market continues to ride on the back of large-sized transactions, with deals over 100,000 sq. ft. driving the bulk of Grade A space uptake for the past five years. In the first half of 2025 (H1 2025), such transactions accounted for 51% of the total leasing activity across the top seven cities, translating into 17.2 million sq. ft., according to Colliers' latest report. This trend underscores occupiers' sustained appetite for high-quality, scalable office spa...Read More
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IndoStar, a middle-layered non-banking finance company (NBFC) registered with the Reserve Bank of India, announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 earlier today. During the quarter, the Company successfully completed the divestiture of its 100% subsidiary, Niwas Housing Finance Private Limited. Sale proceeds were received on July 17, 2025. Following completion, the Company has derecognized its investment in Niwas Housing Fin...Read More
MUMBAI (Reuters) -Indian rupee options markets suggest traders aren't too anxious about Friday's meeting between the presidents of the U.S. and Russia, with near-term implied volatility at its lowest this month and option pricing showing no bias toward rupee weakness. One-month implied volatility on the dollar/rupee stood at 4.35% on Friday, the lowest this month, while the spot/week implied hovered near monthly lows. Further, the cost of buying options that benefit from a rupee decline was ro...Read More
MUMBAI (Reuters) -India's foreign exchange reserves are expected to have risen in the week through August 8, according to economists calculations based on the Reserve Bank of India's weekly reserve money release. A $5 billion dollar/rupee swap by the RBI matured that week, with bankers saying the central bank delivered the swap, a move that is a drain on reserves. Further, the RBI intervened in both the onshore spot and non-deliverable forward markets that week to prevent the rupee from slippi...Read More
Bengaluru - The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) is proud to announce its latest international collaboration with GUTS Racing USA, one of the most renowned brands in global motocross, as its Official Performance Seat Partner for Season 2. Founded in Hangtown, Northern California, known for its motocross heritage GUTS Racing has grown into a global symbol of high-performance innovation in off-road racing over the past three decades. Led by former racer and sprint car enthusiast Andy Gregg,...Read More
New Delhi: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is returning to host the big daddy of Indian reality shows - Bigg Boss Season 19. The buzz has started ever since premiere date is out and now the makers have started a new concept of fans picking in their favourites as confirmed contestants this time. Confused? Wait, we will explain the whole drill. Bigg Boss 19 comes with a tagline and theme this year as Bigg Boss: Iss Baar Chalegi Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar. It is scheduled to premiere on August 24, 2025 ...Read More
New Delhi: Delhi and its adjoining areas again witnessed heavy rains on Thursday, throwing normal life out of gear. Amid continuous rainfall in the national capital territory (NCT), A biker reportedly died after a tree fell on him in the Kalkaji area. As the tree uprooted and fell on the biker, authorities rushed to the spot after receiving the information. A rescue operation was launched . Visuals From The Spot (Disturbing Visuals, Viewers Discretion Required): However, he could not survive....Read More
Bengaluru: Rapido, the company best known for its bike taxi and ride-hailing services, has now entered the food delivery business with a brand-new app called Ownly. The service has been launched in three Bengaluru neighbourhoods -- Koramangala, HSR Layout, and BTM Layout. The new app is being seen as a challenger to Swiggy and Zomato as it promises to deliver food at a price that's up to 15% cheaper than its competition....Read More
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday bagged the highest number of Gallantry Medals in the country on the occasion of Independence Day 2025, with 127 personnel being honoured for their exceptional bravery, the Ministry of Home (MHA) said. Out of the 233 Gallantry Medals announced this year, 152 security personnel from the union territory have been recognised for their gallant actions. The MHA said among the 152 personnel, the J&K Police top the list with 127 awards, followed by th...Read More
Guwahati, Aug 14 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday launched a digital portal, through which indigenous people living in "sensitive areas" can apply for arms licences. Sarma said the aim of the initiative is to enable responsible citizens to aid and assist the government in maintaining peace, and law and order situation in the state. He said the licences will be granted after proper scrutiny and a multi-layered process. The CM said the licences will be granted to those...Read More
Shimla, Aug 14 (PTI) Cloudbursts and flash floods in several districts of Himachal Pradesh caused massive destruction, with 396 roads closed for traffic, houses damaged, vehicles washed away and some panchayats in Shimla cut off. No loss of life has been reported, officials said on Thursday. Since Wednesday night, Kandaghat has received 100 mm of rainfall, Jatton Barrage 87 mm, Una 85.4 mm, Solan 81.4 mm, Olinda 76 mm, Shillaroo 73 mm, Shimla 69 mm, Kufri 66 mm, Jubbarhatti 65.2 mm, Kasauli 62...Read More
Jainagar, Bihar: A shameful incident is sparking fury and outrage among locals from the Jainagar area of Madhubani district of Bihar. In a video that is going viral on social media, a coaching teacher is seen doing indecent acts with a student. It is being said that this video is related to a coaching institute named Mathematics located in Bhelwa Chowk Gali of Jaianagar. The teacher was identified by his name, Rakesh. According to reports, this is the second incident in which the same teacher h...Read More
New Delhi: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has approved the Rules of Legal Education, Moratorium (Three-Year Moratorium) 2025, which will remain in force for three years once published. About The Moratorium Under this moratorium, no new law colleges will be set up or granted approval anywhere in India. Existing institutions will also not be allowed to start new sections, courses, or batches without prior written permission from the BCI. Pending applications that have already reached the final s...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The Delhi Milk Scheme (DMS) marked a significant milestone with the launch of new dairy products and the distribution of booth allotment letters at a special event at the NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi, according to a release from Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. The event was attended by Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) and other senior officials of the department. The occasion celebrated the dig...Read More
Patna (Bihar) [India], August 14 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Thursday that Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, who earlier in the day announced the launch of "VoterAdhikarYatra", against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, is "frustrated". He linked his "frustration" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi assuming the office in 2014. Also Read | Has India Introduced the 'QuantumAl' Investment Platform? PIB Fact Ch...Read More
Guwahati, August 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Thursday, launched a digital portal enabling indigenous residents of "vulnerable and remote" areas to apply for arms licences. Unveiling the facility at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati, Sarma said the initiative aims to empower indigenous communities facing genuine threats to their lives by providing "an extra layer of security". "This scheme is about safeguarding our indigenous people in the most vulnerable corners of Assam. With s...Read More
BusinessWire India Indore (Madhya pradesh) [India], August 14: Impetus Technologies, a leading global software products and services company, has been honored as the 'Dream Employer of the Year 2025' at the prestigious Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards, hosted by the World HRD Congress. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Impetus has achieved this milestone, reaffirming its position as one of the most sought-after workplaces in the industry. The award recognizes organizations that have...Read More
Patna (Bihar) [India], August 14 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Thursday that Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, who earlier in the day announced the launch of VoterAdhikarYatra, against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, is frustrated. He linked his frustration with Prime Minister Narendra Modi assuming the office in 2014. Prasad told ANI, ... Rahul Gandhi is a person who abuses someone and then runs away... ...Read More
Indore (Madhya pradesh) [India], August 14: Impetus Technologies, a leading global software products and services company, has been honored as the Dream Employer of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Asia Best Employer Brand Awards, hosted by the World HRD Congress. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Impetus has achieved this milestone, reaffirming its position as one of the most sought-after workplaces in the industry. The award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated exceptiona...Read More
Imphal: Security forces in Manipur have arrested nine individuals, including seven militants affiliated with various proscribed groups, from multiple districts, officials said on Thursday. A joint team of the Manipur Police and Assam Rifles apprehended an active member of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) involved in extortion from Nugaipokpi Maning Leikai in Imphal East district on Wednesday. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Three mili...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The Bar Council of India (BCI) has approved the Rules of Legal Education, Moratorium (Three-Year Moratorium) 2025, which will remain in force for three years once published. Under this moratorium, no new law colleges will be set up or granted approval anywhere in India. Existing institutions will also not be allowed to start new sections, courses, or batches without prior written permission from the BCI. Pending applications that have already reached the fina...Read More
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): Educational institutions in Himachal Pradesh Jubbal sub-division were shut on Thursday due to continuous rainfall, landslides, and road blockages since last night, as per the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). As per the statement from DDMA Shimla, All educational institutions in the sub-division Jubbal are closed today, in view of the continuous rainfall/landslides and road blocks since last night. Continuous heavy rainfall over ...Read More
Karnataka Chief Minister (CM) Siddaramaiah will hoist the national flag at Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground in Bengaluru at 9 am before reviewing the parade and receiving the guard of honour Bengaluru is in final preparations for the 79th Independence Day celebrations, with Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground set to host the event on August 15. The district administration, along with Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), has made all necessary arrangements for the event, The New Ind...Read More
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 14 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Thursday slammed the Chief Minister MK Stalin-led DMK government in Tamil Nadu for what he described as inhumane and anarchic arrest of protesting sanitation workers.in Chennai. Condemn the fascist DMK government for arresting sanitation workers, who have been peacefully fighting for their rights, in an inhumane and anarchic manner in the dead of night! Vijay said in a post on X. Chennai police on ...Read More
Guwahati (Assam) [India], August 14 (ANI): The Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday officially launched the arms licence services but clarified that the government will only provide an arms licence but will not give arms. This initiative aims to provide a sense of security to vulnerable populations and empower them to defend themselves if needed. We have officially launched the arms licence services as a citizen service under the Sewa Setu portal. Under this scheme, the indige...Read More
New Delhi, August 14, 2025: With an agenda of clean energy initiatives, the state-run Oil PSU Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) has become the first entity in the nation to receive the prestigious ISCC CORSIA Certification for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production at Panipat Refinery. This certification acts as the primary objective for commercial SAF production and represents a significant advancement in the capability for the production, certification and distribution of SAF. This milest...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Election Commission of India on Thursday strongly responded to the vote theft allegations, stating that the attempt to create a false narrative against the poll body is a direct attack on the Indian voters and assault on the integrity of election staff. Reiterating the law that one person is allowed to cast only one vote, the Election Commission again demanded a written affidavit with proof of a person voting twice in any election. The statement came in resp...Read More
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath tore into the Congress on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, calling the 1947 Partition a dark chapter born out of appeasement politics that shattered Sanatan Bharat unity and inflicted deep wounds on the nation, a press release said. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with reviving this forgotten history by declaring the day in 2021. Today, the entire country mourns, remembering the horrors of August 14, 194...Read More
Hyderabad: Venus Williams is all set to make a historic return to the US Open 2025 later this month after receiving a wild-card invitation for the tournament at the age of 45. Thus, she is set to become the oldest singles entrant in the competition since 1981. The last player older than Venus to compete in a major was Renee Richards, who was 47 in 1981, according to the information by the International Tennis Federation. Away from court due to surgery The seven-time Grand Slam winner won the U...Read More