Lone Demoiselle Crane recorded in Chennai for the first time
The Story in Brief A lone Demoiselle Crane was documented at the Nemmeli salt pans near Chennai on February 28, 2026, in the city’s first recorded sighting of the species.
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AGP holds 26 Assam seats but loses ground to BJP
The Story in Brief The Asom Gana Parishad will contest 26 seats in Assam, matching its 2021 tally, but The Hindu reports that its constituency choices show a weaker position
Women make up less than 10% of MLAs in 20 States, UTs
Women constitute less than 10% of sitting legislators in 20 States and Union Territories, The Hindu reports. Tripura is the only State where women reach 15% of MLAs. Their share is 8.2%…
Indian cities tailor sanitation workers’ gear to comfort and safety
The Story in Brief Indore and Bengaluru are adapting sanitation workers’ uniforms and protective gear after consulting those who use them. Indore Municipal Corporation changed its standard design after feedback
NHAI Suspends Toll After Rain Damages Newly Opened UP Expressway
The National Highways Authority of India has suspended toll collection on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway after heavy rain damaged a section, disrupting traffic and forcing diversions. Videos circulating online show electric pedestal fans…
South Africa Recalls Envoy Over Meeting With Gupta Brother
South Africa has recalled its high commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, for consultations after he attended a June 26 temple ceremony in Haridwar involving former president Jacob Zuma and Ajay Gupta. Foreign…
Trump Repeatedly Calls Fed Chair Warsh on Economy and Iran War
US President Donald Trump has spoken repeatedly with Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh since his appointment less than three months ago, according to people familiar with the conversations, The Hindustan Times reports.…
Pizza Hut sells US business as American customers shift to faster food
Pizza Hut’s parent, Yum! Brands, has agreed to sell its business outside mainland China to LongRange Capital for about $1.5 billion, while Yum China will acquire mainland China rights for around $1.2…
Rashtrapati Bhavan to Auction 300 Presidential Gifts Online
Rashtrapati Bhavan will auction 300 selected gifts received by President Droupadi Murmu and former Presidents through the third edition of E-Upahaar. The online auction will run from 5 August to 5 September…
SEBI Issues Order Concerning Certain Research Analysts
The Securities and Exchange Board of India listed an order concerning certain research analysts on its website on 4 August 2026. The order was issued under Regulation 30A of the SEBI (Intermediaries)…
