The 1908 Tunguska Event: The Space Impact That Changed Science Forever

India Hits 1.07 Billion Internet Connections, 750 Million Daily UPI Transactions

India has surpassed 107 crore internet connections, marking a major milestone in the country's digital growth. Daily UPI payments have reached 75 crore transactions, reflecting the rapid adoption of digital payments among Indians. The government has highlighted that UPI-linked systems have already been deployed across nine countries. Further international expansion is anticipated in the coming years, underlining India's growing influence in global digital finance.

23 Opposition parties write to Chief Justice of India over SIR

FIR Filed Against Cricketer Shashank Singh and Father Over Cook Assault Allegations

IPL cricketer Shashank Singh and his father Shailesh Singh, a retired police official, have been named in an FIR registered in Bhopal. A domestic cook employed at their residence alleged that the two assaulted and verbally abused him. The complainant also claimed that his mobile phone was confiscated and money was deducted from it for food and lodging expenses. He further alleged that he was forcibly removed from the bungalow. Police have registered the case and launched an investigation into the matter.

Gold Prices Likely to Stay Under Pressure in Near Term, Says Analyst

Gold prices are expected to face continued downward pressure in the near term, according to Praveen Singh, Head of Currencies and Commodities at Mirae Asset ShareKhan. The primary driver behind this outlook is growing fears of further interest rate hikes, which have been strengthening the US dollar. A stronger dollar typically makes gold more expensive for foreign buyers, dampening demand and weighing on prices. Investors and traders are being advised to factor in this bearish near-term outlook when making decisions related to the precious metal.