Gold loans nearly double year-on-year, driving bank credit surge in Q1 FY27

Asmita Dey wins India's first CWG judo gold, seven months after father's death

Asmita Dey made history by claiming India's first-ever judo gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. She overcame Canada's Heidi Quach in a closely contested women's 48kg final. The win carries deep personal significance, coming just seven months after the death of her father, who had been her strongest supporter and inspiration. Dey had feared her dream might never be realized following his passing. She acknowledged the role of SAI Bhopal in keeping her on track and helping her reach this milestone.

‘All kinds of laws and tools being used to silence activists, dissenters’: Former Delhi HC Chief Justice

Commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by up to Rs 209 from August 1

The prices of commercial LPG cylinders were reduced effective August 1, marking the second consecutive monthly decrease. In Delhi, the price of a 19-kg commercial cylinder dropped by Rs 202, while Kolkata saw a steeper cut of Rs 209. The reductions apply specifically to commercial-use cylinders commonly used in hotels, restaurants, and businesses. Domestic LPG cylinder prices have not been changed and remain at their existing rates.

2 BJP states, 1 river water dispute, and a nudge from the Centre