Archive: 2025 / 08 - Page 2

Greater Noida dowry murder: 28-year-old Nikki Bhati burned alive; husband, in-laws held

A 28-year-old woman, Nikki Bhati, was allegedly set on fire by her husband and in-laws in Greater Noida after a Rs 36 lakh dowry demand. Police arrested four family members and booked them under murder and conspiracy provisions of the BNS. Disturbing videos, filmed by Nikki’s sister, show prior assaults. The case has reignited anger over dowry violence, despite India’s decades-old ban.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy prep: BCCI sends KL Rahul and Dhruv Jurel early to Australia after NZ shock

Stung by a 0-3 home loss to New Zealand, BCCI rushed KL Rahul and Dhruv Jurel to Australia for India A duty ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rahul struggled at the MCG with scores of 4 and 10, while Jurel hit 80 and 68 to top-score in both innings. With Rohit Sharma’s availability for Perth uncertain and Rishabh Pant returning from injury, selection calls just got trickier.

Cooper Connolly drafted in as Australia lose Matthew Short to calf injury ahead of Champions Trophy semi vs India

Matthew Short has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy with a calf injury, and Australia have called up 21-year-old spin all-rounder Cooper Connolly for the knockouts. Short was hurt against Afghanistan in Lahore. Skipper Steve Smith said the recovery window was too tight. Australia face India in the semi-final in Dubai, with Jake Fraser-McGurk likely to open.

Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari Wins Fan Vote, Enters as First Confirmed Contestant

YouTuber Mridul Tiwari won a pre-show fan vote on JioHotstar against Shehbaz Badesha, becoming the first confirmed contestant of Bigg Boss 19. Backed by former Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav, the 24-year-old enters with a massive online following. The Salman Khan-hosted season, themed 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar,' has already sparked drama, including early friction between Tiwari and Kunickaa Sadanand.

Delhi-NCR Red Alert: Heavy Rain Triggers Waterlogging, Traffic Gridlock; Flood Camps Set Up

IMD issued a red alert for Delhi-NCR on Aug 23, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning. Intense showers cooled the city but led to waterlogging and traffic delays. PWD handled at least 10 waterlogging complaints, mostly resolved within an hour. AQI stayed satisfactory at 93, while the Yamuna’s rise prompted flood relief camps in Mayur Vihar. Similar weather is likely into Sunday.

Uttarakhand weather alert: IMD issues yellow and orange warnings for August 21 as heavy rain looms

IMD has issued yellow alerts for 10 Uttarakhand districts and orange alerts for Uttarkashi and Dehradun on August 21, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and squally winds. The nowcast is valid till 6 PM. Landslides in hills and flooding in low-lying areas are possible. The wet spell across Northwest India may last until August 26 before easing.

Vijay Sales Mega Freedom Sale 2025 Unveils Steep Discounts on iPhone 16, Samsung S25 Ultra, and More Electronics

Vijay Sales kicked off its Mega Freedom Sale 2025 on August 15, slashing prices on top smartphones like iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Offers go up to 60% off and cover laptops, TVs, and more. Extra savings with bank deals and exchange bonuses are available both online and in stores.

BOI Recruitment 2025: New Deadline Announced for 400 Apprentice Posts—Everything You Need to Know

Bank of India has pushed the deadline to apply for 400 Apprentice posts to March 28, 2025. Graduates aged 20-28 who finished between April 2021 and January 2025 are eligible. Shortlisted candidates will face a written test and local language exam. The apprentices will get essential training and experience in the banking industry for 12 months.

Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Goods: Anand Mahindra Pushes for Bold Economic Upgrades

Trump's steep tariffs on Indian exports are shaking up India's trade landscape. Anand Mahindra sees this as a chance to overhaul how India does business. Major sectors like textiles and leather face tough times, but Mahindra urges India to move beyond quick fixes and embrace deep reforms to turn crisis into global appeal.

Kartavya Bhavan Opens: PM Modi Ushers in a New Era for Government Offices on Kartavya Path

Kartavya Bhavan, India's largest government building, opened its doors as Prime Minister Modi hailed it as a new symbol for modern governance. The hub will bring major ministries together under one roof, aiming to improve efficiency and teamwork. This milestone is part of a wider push to reshape and upgrade key national infrastructure in New Delhi.