August 27, 2025 9:06 PM

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Tokyo Records 10th Straight Day Above 35°C, Sets New Heat Record

Tokyo recorded its 10th consecutive day today with temperatures of 35°C or higher, setting a new record amid Japan’s hottest-ever June and July. Central Tokyo hit 36.0°C, while Hatoyama Town in Saitama soared to 39.4°C. Nearby cities Kumagaya and Koga also saw temperatures near 39°C.   This yea...

August 27, 2025 9:03 PM

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25% Additional Levy on Indian Exports to US Comes Into Effect Today

The levy of an additional 25 per cent on Indian exports to the United States came into effect today. US President Donald Trump had earlier announced a 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports after a deal between the two countries was not reached before the 1st of August deadline.     An additional 25 p...

August 27, 2025 8:49 PM

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IMD Predicts Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall in Four States Tomorrow

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over Chhattisgarh, Coastal Karnataka, Madhya Maharashtra and Uttarakhand for tomorrow. The Met Department has also predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall tomorrow over parts of Coastal Andhra Pradesh, East Rajasthan,...

August 27, 2025 8:38 PM

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CCEA Approves Multi-Tracking Projects in Four States, New Rail Line for Kutch

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs today approved multi-tracking of three projects benefitting Karnataka, Telangana, Bihar and  Assam and one new rail line to connect far-flung areas of Kutch, Gujarat. These initiatives will provide connectivity and improve travel convenience,e besides reducing l...

August 27, 2025 8:33 PM

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30 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur

Thirty Maoists surrendered in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh today. Superintendent of Police Jitendra Yadav said that cash rewards amounting to eighty-one lakh rupees had been announced on twenty of them.     The surrendered Maoists were accused of involvement in various incidents. Under the s...

August 27, 2025 8:21 PM

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Ambala Railway Division Cancels Trains Amid Rising Water Levels

The Ambala Railway Division has cancelled many trains in view of the rising water level in rivers and streams in the plains after heavy rains in the mountains.      Senior Commercial Manager of Ambala Railway Division, Naveen Kumar, said that all trains going to Jammu have been cancelled due to sudd...

August 27, 2025 8:23 PM

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PM Modi Extends Samvatsari Greetings, Emphasises Forgiveness and Compassion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the nation on the occasion of Samvatsari, emphasising the timeless values of forgiveness, compassion, and sincere human connection. In a social media post, Mr Modi said Samvatsari inspires people to nurture bonds with sincerity. He hoped that the occasion wou...

August 27, 2025 7:58 PM

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Russia Launches Massive Drone Strikes on Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure

Russia launched a massive drone attack on energy and gas transport infrastructure across six Ukrainian regions overnight. According to media reports, Russian forces significantly damaged gas transport infrastructure in the Poltava region and struck equipment at one of the key substations in the Sumy...

August 27, 2025 7:40 PM

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Venezuela Deploys Military Drones and Naval Vessels to Patrol Caribbean Coastline

Venezuela’s Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino has announced the deployment of military drones and naval vessels to patrol the nation’s Caribbean coastline. The move comes amid growing tension with the United States, which recently dispatched a naval force near Venezuelan waters, citing anti-drug ope...