Tamil Nadu Minister Vanni Arasu’s native village gets bus service for first time since Independence

Jharkhand man claims officer tore his papers, thrashed kin after row over SIR notice

India's Retail Inflation Hits 4.82%, Wholesale Nears Double Digits in August

India's retail inflation climbed to 4.82% in August, with wholesale inflation rising sharply to 9.92%. Food prices added to the pressure, with consumer-level food inflation at 5.95% and wholesale food inflation at 7.05%. Fuel and power prices surged past 22% on the wholesale price index, signalling broad-based price increases. Economists warn that global factors could sustain upward pressure on domestic prices in the near term. All eyes are now on the Reserve Bank of India as it weighs its next monetary policy moves.

AAP and Goa Forward Party Form 'Goa First' Coalition Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Aam Aadmi Party and Goa Forward Party have jointly launched a coalition called 'Goa First' targeting the 2027 Goa state elections. The alliance is led by AAP's Arvind Kejriwal and Goa Forward Party's Vijai Sardesai, who are positioning it as an alternative to both the BJP and Congress. The coalition aims to appeal to voters frustrated by the frequent party-switching that has historically characterized Goan politics. By adopting an inclusive approach, the alliance hopes to consolidate support among those disillusioned with established parties. However, analysts note that this strategy presents both opportunities and potential challenges for the new grouping.

Bill Gates spent millions on recycled timber for Xanadu 2.0 to protect threatened owls

Bill Gates encountered significant construction challenges while building his mansion, Xanadu 2.0, due to restrictions on using old-growth timber. To overcome this, he personally funded a specialized sawmill dedicated to recycling and processing reclaimed heavy timber. The estate ultimately incorporated around half a million board feet of salvaged Douglas fir beams. The decision to use reclaimed wood was partly driven by conservation concerns over a threatened owl species affected by old-growth logging. The project reflected Gates's early dedication to environmental sustainability, years before it became a mainstream corporate priority.