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Unlike the rest of India, Udupi’s Sri Krishna Matha will celebrate Janmashtami on September 14, following the solar calendar. Devotees and traders faced disappointment on Saturday as major festivities were delayed, causing both emotional and financial setbacks.

At least 12 people were injured after a portion of an under-construction structure near Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi collapsed. Authorities confirmed the main mausoleum was safe, and multiple rescue agencies were deployed to clear debris and assist victims

I-Day address announces GST relief, new reforms, and defence projects by 2035

Jawaharlal Nehru inherited a broken country and built its foundations; Narendra Modi leads an era of rapid transformation and assertive nationalism

Pooja Pal praised UP CM Yogi Adityanath’s zero-tolerance approach on crime, citing justice in her husband’s murder case. Samajwadi Party expelled her for anti-party activities, sparking political debate over law, order, and accountability in Uttar Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh faced multiple cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides across several districts, causing damage to bridges, roads, vehicles, and houses. The Indian Army conducted night rescues in Kinnaur, while restoration and damage assessments continue in affected areas

BSNL has launched nationwide network-level protection against spam and smishing SMS for all mobile users. Malicious links are blocked in real time without affecting legitimate messages, using AI-powered filtering in partnership with Tanla, with protection enabled by default

SBI has launched a personal loan scheme for Agniveers under the Agnipath programme, offering up to Rs 4 lakh without collateral and zero processing fee, plus a special 10.50 per cent interest rate for defence personnel till September 30, 2025

Once strongholds of Naxal influence, these areas now celebrate freedom as security forces restore peace and confidence

Gujarat approves 22 industrial projects worth Rs 1,478.71 crore, expected to generate 4,136 jobs. Under the ‘Incentive to Industries’ scheme, investments span multiple sectors and districts, supporting MSMEs, manufacturing growth, and maintaining low unemployment while boosting labour force participation

The Supreme Court will hear a plea seeking the immediate restoration of Jammu & Kashmir’s statehood, citing its December 2023 direction for early action. Petitioners say the delay violates federalism, with no security reasons hindering the return to full state status.

A study in The Lancet Regional Health found India’s 2020 stillbirth rate at 6.5 per 1,000 births, higher in urban areas. Northern and central states showed hotspots, with anaemia, low maternal weight, and poor antenatal care linked to increased risk.

India and Singapore are expanding cooperation in semiconductors, green infrastructure, digital integration, and maritime connectivity. The Third India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable aims to strengthen economic and strategic ties, building resilient supply chains and sustainable growth while boosting India’s access to ASEAN and Indo-Pacific markets

From August 15, SBI will charge Rs 2–Rs 10 plus GST for online IMPS transfers above Rs 25,000, while smaller transactions stay free. Salary package account holders remain exempt. Branch charges are unchanged, and customers are advised to check applicable exemptions

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the Election Commission of helping the BJP create fake voters in Bihar ahead of assembly polls, citing cases of BJP leaders holding dual voter IDs. The BJP dismissed the allegations as false and misleading

The RBI projects inflation at 3.1 per cent for 2025–26, with a likely uptick above 4 per cent by year-end.

They allege safety lapses, misleading public statements, and demand a time-bound probe from the Civil Aviation Ministry

Protests erupted in Madhugiri after K N Rajanna’s removal from the Karnataka cabinet, with supporters staging a bandh, resignations, and even a self-immolation attempt. The BJP demanded answers in the Assembly, accusing Congress of sidelining Rajanna for exposing alleged election malpractices

Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission of ignoring large-scale voter roll manipulation, warning the issue will “explode” nationwide. Leading a protest march, he demanded a clean, transparent voter list, claiming irregularities in Karnataka reflected a broader national problem

Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025, Asia’s largest tech show, will run from November 18–20 at BIEC. With 1,200+ exhibitors, 100,000+ attendees, and a “Futurise” theme, it will showcase global innovation across AI, DeepTech, Biotech, SpaceTech, and more