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Behind the BWF World Championship interviews were interpreters carrying the weight of accuracy. At the recently concluded tournament in New Delhi, young language experts in Mandarin, Japanese and Korean navigated high-pressure media interactions, preparing with archival footage and AI tools to ensure players' words crossed cultural and linguistic barriers without losing their meaning.
SC Collegium recommends new CJs for Rajasthan, MP, J&K and Chhattisgarh
Amidst actions levelled by SC judge, Raj acting CJ Justice Sharma recuses from judicial work
Oil climbs past $90 as Middle East conflict keeps Strait of Hormuz shut
On Tuesday, oil prices saw a significant uptick, driven by escalating tensions between the US and Iran and looming risks to supply chains. Brent crude hit $91.04, while WTI crude climbed to $86.55 per barrel. The Strait of Hormuz is a focal point of concern for global oil supply stability. Additionally, there are efforts in Venezuela aimed at replenishing US oil reserves.
'A particular issue': Penguin India on impasse over Sonia Gandhi memoir
Penguin Random House India has decided to pause the publication of Sonia Gandhi's memoir, citing an editorial disagreement. The publisher clarifies that this choice was not influenced by outside pressure but rather emerged from routine editorial evaluations. During the review process, some proposed changes were accepted while others were not. In the end, an unresolved issue led to the book's non-release in India, which the author's team acknowledged.
Mark Zuckerberg buys 440-acre Irish castle estate; spokesperson says family is ‘excited’
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his spouse Priscilla Chan have acquired the majestic Strancally Castle in County Waterford, Ireland. Spanning around 440 acres, the estate boasts a rich history dating back to 1830. The couple intends to use this beautifully restored property as a retreat during their visits, reinforcing Meta's strong ties to Ireland, where the company has its international headquarters.
Google renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ in US; what others will see
In a bold move, President Trump has rebranded Lake Ontario as Lake America during ongoing trade conflicts. This shift is now reflected on Google Maps for American users, while international observers will encounter alternative names. Apple's mapping services have also adopted this change, prompting a response from the Canadian Prime Minister, who emphasized the historical significance of the original designation.
Toxic Box Office Day 6: Yash film drops 67%, crosses Rs 304 cr worldwide
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups saw earnings drop significantly on its first Monday. The film collected Rs 7.45 crore net in India on its sixth day. This collection brings the movie's India net total to Rs 221.55 crore. Worldwide gross earnings for the film have now reached Rs 304.05 crore. The Kannada version recorded the strongest overall occupancy among major language releases.
5-member NCLT bench to hear Indiabulls plea against Chandra
A five-member bench is set to examine the plea from Indiabulls Housing Finance against Subhash Chandra. This review follows the NCLAT's validation of a Rs 6.5 crore payment order. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta contends that this ruling undermines the principles of the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code. The NCLT delivered a divided opinion regarding Chandra's repayment strategy.
NEET counselling pushes MBBS session by a week
India's NEET counselling board announced that the start of the MBBS academic session will be postponed by one week, shifting the scheduled commencement date.
Government terms arbitration award on Indus Waters Treaty ‘illegal’
India rejected a ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration concerning the Indus Waters Treaty, saying the court lacks jurisdiction over sovereign issues. The government reaffirmed its suspension of the treaty's enforcement. This mirrors India's earlier rejection of a similar arbitration award.
Brothers give free roof, then transform home for couple facing cancer
The Rudan Brothers planned to repair an elderly couple’s damaged roof for free, but the project took an emotional turn after learning the wife was battling two forms of cancer and preparing for chemotherapy. They transformed the entire home, adding new siding, gutters, a deck, porch, railings and a brand-new shed.
Haldwani ‘purification’ row: Day after FIR against Rahul, BJP, Cong trade barbs
The Congress party slammed the FIR against Rahul Gandhi, calling it casteist. BJP countered that Rahul raised the issue belatedly after a threat from Kharge. An FIR was registered against Rahul Gandhi under various sections and the SC/ST Act. The complainant alleged Rahul gave a caste angle to cleaning work at the rally. Uttarakhand CM stated state residents are unaware of Kharge's caste.
IMD predicts below-normal rainfall over India in September
September rainfall across India is predicted to be below normal, concluding the monsoon season deficiently. August was the warmest on record, with several regions experiencing record high temperatures. Cumulative rainfall from June to August shows a significant deficit, impacting agricultural sowing and increasing irrigation costs. Strong El Niño conditions are expected to persist, negatively affecting monsoon rainfall patterns. Neutral Indian Ocean Dipole conditions will not benefit the monsoon...