After call with PM Modi, Trump asks Imran Khan to ‘moderate rhetoric’
US President Donald Trump, in a telephonic conversation with Pakistan PM Imran Khan, discussed “the need to reduce tensions and moderate rhetoric with India over the situation in J&K,” the White House said. This came after Trump’s 30-minute conversation with PM Narendra Modi on Monday. PM Modi told Trump that “extreme rhetoric by some leaders was not conducive to peace.”
Man who went viral for running 100m in 11s finishes last in trials
Rameshwar Gurjar, a man from Madhya Pradesh, who went viral after running 100 metres in 11 seconds barefoot on a road, finished last in trials conducted by Sports Authority of India (SAI) in Bhopal. Rameshwar landed the trials after Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju assured to get him inducted at SAI. Rameshwar said that he will give the trial once again.
17 MLAs take oath as Karnataka Cabinet Ministers in BJP-led govt
Nearly four weeks after BS Yediyurappa took oath as the Karnataka Chief Minister, 17 MLAs were sworn-in as state Cabinet Ministers on Tuesday. Yediyurappa had submitted the list to the Governor early morning on Tuesday. BJP’s Yediyurappa became the CM after Congress-JD(S) alliance failed to prove majority during the floor test last month.
Next major event on Sept 2 when lander will separate from Orbiter: ISRO
After Chandrayaan-2 successfully entered Moon’s orbit, ISRO Chief K Sivan said in a press conference that the next major event will happen on September 2 when the lander will be separated from the Orbiter. “On 3rd September we’ll have a small manoeuvre for about three seconds to ensure that the systems of the lander are running normally,” he added.
Singapore Airlines to launch new A380 cabins from Mumbai
Singapore Airlines’ new Business Class & Suites on the A380 allow you to fly in greater comfort. You can create a space of your own or for two in Business Class by adjusting the seat dividers. The new Suites are furnished with a full flat bed and a reclining leather chair, with a double bed to share in adjoining Suites.
Singer defends Prince Harry, Meghan over use of private jets
Singer Elton John has defended UK’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle over criticism for taking private jets during their vacation at his home in France. People claimed it seemed to contradict their stance on protecting the environment. “To maintain a high level of…protection, we provided them with a private jet…We ensured their flight was carbon neutral,” Elton wrote.
Hope my Arjuna serves as inspiration to aspiring footballers: Sandhu
Indian national football team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, who has been nominated for Arjuna Award, has said that he wants this recognition to serve as an inspiration to everyone playing the sport in the country. “My joy will then be complete,” he added. He is the 26th footballer to receive the accolade.
Manchester United held 1-1 by Wolves as Pogba misses penalty
Midfielder Paul Pogba had a second-half penalty saved as Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw by Wolves in the Premier League. Wolves became the first team to come from behind and avoid defeat in three consecutive Premier League matches against Manchester United. Meanwhile, French forward Anthony Martial became the 53rd player to score 50 goals for Manchester United.
Fresh FIR against SP MP Azam Khan, wife for usurping land
A fresh FIR was on Monday lodged against nine people, including SP MP Azam Khan and his wife, for allegedly usurping around 86 bighas of land classified as Enemy Property. The police said the case was lodged after the land was transferred to UP Shia Central Waqf Board and then to Jauhar Trust, of which Azam is the president.
Rapido acquihires Mumbai-based data analytics startup Vahanalytics
Bengaluru-based bike-hailing startup Rapido in its recent Registrar of Companies filings stated that it has acquihired Mumbai-based startup Vahanalytics, that uses data and machine learning to make roads safer. The startup’s Co-founders, Shivalik Sen and Someshwar Dash, will be joining Rapido for the next two years. Other Co-founders, Arun Gandhi and Nikhil Tavora, will be exiting the company.
Malaysia bans Naik from giving speeches after remarks against Hindus
Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, who’s wanted in India for inciting terror, has been banned from giving speeches anywhere in Malaysia. Naik was questioned for more than 10 hours recently by Malaysian authorities after he made controversial statements against the country’s ethnic Chinese community and Hindu population. Notably, India had earlier requested Malaysia for the preacher’s extradition.
Train engine gets detached, runs without coaches for 10 km in Andhra
The engine of Visakha Express that plies between Bhubaneswar and Secunderabad got detached from its coaches in Andhra Pradesh on Monday. The engine travelled around 10 km without the coaches, following which investigation was ordered into the incident. While all the passengers onboard were safe, the cause of engine getting detached is yet to be ascertained.
Army was ready for ground escalation by Pak post Balakot: Army chief
Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat has said the Army was ready for “any eventuality” after the Balakot airstrikes and the same was conveyed to government. “Army was ready for any ground escalation by Pakistan after the Balakot operations,” Rawat said. The IAF had prepared for both offensive and defence operations and had positioned its frontline aircraft in forward locations.
Kamal Nath’s nephew Ratul Puri arrested in ₹354-crore bank fraud case
Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath’s nephew Ratul Puri has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged ₹354-crore bank fraud case. This comes after Ratul and his father, Moser Baer’s Founder Deepak Puri, were booked by the CBI over the alleged fraud. Earlier, ED told a Delhi court that Ratul was evading probe in the case.
Obama’s high school basketball jersey auctioned for ₹86 lakh
A basketball jersey once owned by former US President Barack Obama has been sold for $120,000 (around ₹86 lakh), an auction house in US’ Dallas said. The number 23 jersey belonged to 18-year-old Obama while he was a senior at a high school in Hawaii. The jersey was valued at $100,000 before it was sold.
Delhi HC seeks Centre, J&K govt’s stand on Shah Faesal’s plea
The Delhi High Court on Monday sought to know the Centre, J&K government and state police’s stand on a plea filed by former IAS officer Shah Faesal against his detention. Faesal has claimed he was detained illegally at the Delhi airport and sent to Kashmir Valley against his wishes. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the government, opposed Faesal’s contention.
PM Modi no longer respects RSS’ views: Priyanka on J&K issue
Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi on Monday said that either Prime Minister Narendra Modi no longer respects RSS’ views or he doesn’t believe that there is an issue in Jammu and Kashmir. This comes after RSS tweeted a clarification of chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks on reservation, saying Bhagwat highlighted that all issues in society can be resolved through cordial dialogue.
Govt may use legislative ways for anomalies in NRC: Assam CM
Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said that legislative routes may be explored over any wrongful inclusions or exclusions in the National Register of Citizens (NRC) after its publication on August 31. NRC’s final draft published in 2018 had excluded over 40 lakh people. Reportedly, over 30 lakh applications were sent for inclusion and over 2 lakh for exclusion.
