Volkswagen warns of 'more than critical' situation ahead of huge job cuts
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has told employees that the carmaker's position is "more than critical", AFP reported. He said Volkswagen and the German car industry are facing "the biggest upheaval in their history" due to global headwinds and competition from China. The warning comes ahead of the company's plans to carry out major job cuts.
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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has told employees that the carmaker's position is "more than critical", AFP reported. He said Volkswagen and the German car industry are facing "the biggest upheaval in their history" due to global headwinds and competition from China. The warning comes ahead of the company's plans to carry out major job cuts.
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Man searching for missing goat finds 3-gram gold, over 10,000 rush to Kenyan village for treasure
A village in western Kenya has seen a gold rush over the past several weeks after a goat herder found three grams of gold while searching for his missing goat. He sold the gold for 36,000 Kenyan shillings (about $280). Authorities estimate that about 10,000 people from Kenya and Uganda arrived at the height of the rush to find treasure.
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09:34 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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A village in western Kenya has seen a gold rush over the past several weeks after a goat herder found three grams of gold while searching for his missing goat. He sold the gold for 36,000 Kenyan shillings (about $280). Authorities estimate that about 10,000 people from Kenya and Uganda arrived at the height of the rush to find treasure.
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Influencer Prakriti lies on zebra-crossing for photoshoot in MP, booked for disrupting traffic
A video of a female influencer disrupting traffic by lying on a zebra-crossing at a busy traffic signal for a photoshoot in Madhya Pradesh's Indore has gone viral. Prakriti Gaur has been booked Sections 270 and 285 of BNS for putting her own life or the lives of others at risk. She claimed she hasn't violated any traffic rules.
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09:33 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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A video of a female influencer disrupting traffic by lying on a zebra-crossing at a busy traffic signal for a photoshoot in Madhya Pradesh's Indore has gone viral. Prakriti Gaur has been booked Sections 270 and 285 of BNS for putting her own life or the lives of others at risk. She claimed she hasn't violated any traffic rules.
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SC says MGNREGA did 'wonderful job', allows fresh challenge to VB-GRAM G Act
The Supreme Court disposed of a 2015 PIL pertaining to payment of compensation for delayed payments to workers in terms of MGNREGA. The court allowed petitioners to challenge provisions of VB-GRAM G Act, which replaced MGNREGA. "MNREGA did a wonderful job in the rural areas...it was a very selfless scheme...It was not a freebie kind of scheme," the court stated.
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09:59 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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The Supreme Court disposed of a 2015 PIL pertaining to payment of compensation for delayed payments to workers in terms of MGNREGA. The court allowed petitioners to challenge provisions of VB-GRAM G Act, which replaced MGNREGA. "MNREGA did a wonderful job in the rural areas...it was a very selfless scheme...It was not a freebie kind of scheme," the court stated.
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Kashmiri Pandits in J&K get new 'threat letter', 2nd in two weeks
A new letter threatening Kashmiri Pandits in Jammu and Kashmir surfaced on Sunday nearly two weeks after an earlier letter emerged online. The letter names several individuals from the community and mentions their details, including their house numbers and street names, describing them as "white-collar terrorists", The Indian Express reported. Kashmiri Pandits were asked to work from home earlier.
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09:57 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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A new letter threatening Kashmiri Pandits in Jammu and Kashmir surfaced on Sunday nearly two weeks after an earlier letter emerged online. The letter names several individuals from the community and mentions their details, including their house numbers and street names, describing them as "white-collar terrorists", The Indian Express reported. Kashmiri Pandits were asked to work from home earlier.
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Iran discovers new natural gas reserves
Iran has discovered over 200 billion cubic metres of natural gas. "New gas reserves were discovered in...south of Fars province," Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad said, adding that over 160 billion cubic metres could be extracted from the field, which contains low-sulphur "sweet” gas. The discovery comes as Iran’s energy sector reels from US-Israeli strikes on its infrastructure since February.
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09:50 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Iran has discovered over 200 billion cubic metres of natural gas. "New gas reserves were discovered in...south of Fars province," Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad said, adding that over 160 billion cubic metres could be extracted from the field, which contains low-sulphur "sweet” gas. The discovery comes as Iran’s energy sector reels from US-Israeli strikes on its infrastructure since February.
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Our govt will be free of corruption as there's no money anyway: Iraq PM
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi recently joked about the financial situation of the country. While talking about severe systemic corruption in Iraq, al-Zaidi said, "God willing, our government will be free of corruption...because there's no money anyway." Amid declining oil revenues, an Iraqi minister recently said they need $8.24 billion per month to cover salaries and basic obligations.
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10:04 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi recently joked about the financial situation of the country. While talking about severe systemic corruption in Iraq, al-Zaidi said, "God willing, our government will be free of corruption...because there's no money anyway." Amid declining oil revenues, an Iraqi minister recently said they need $8.24 billion per month to cover salaries and basic obligations.
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Onion prices rise 45%, Centre brings back Kanda Express
The Centre is rolling out Kanda Express trains to curb onion prices after the national average retail rate rose to ₹42 per kg, up 45% from last year and 19% from last month. Buffer-stock onions will be transported from Nashik to Delhi, Chennai, Kochi and Guwahati. Delhi prices have reached ₹65/kg, while onions in Chennai cost around ₹58/kg.
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10:28 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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The Centre is rolling out Kanda Express trains to curb onion prices after the national average retail rate rose to ₹42 per kg, up 45% from last year and 19% from last month. Buffer-stock onions will be transported from Nashik to Delhi, Chennai, Kochi and Guwahati. Delhi prices have reached ₹65/kg, while onions in Chennai cost around ₹58/kg.
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Bessent announces 'economic D-Day' against Iran, says 'Entering endgame'
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced what he described as "the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary" as the Trump administration prepares to impose new sanctions on Iran. "We're now entering endgame. At dawn begins...economic D-Day. Our objective is to sever every economic lifeline that sustains...tyrannical regime until Tehran stands alone," he said.
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10:26 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced what he described as "the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary" as the Trump administration prepares to impose new sanctions on Iran. "We're now entering endgame. At dawn begins...economic D-Day. Our objective is to sever every economic lifeline that sustains...tyrannical regime until Tehran stands alone," he said.
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Startups which hosted party at Bengaluru hospital had a rulebook for partygoers
Superhealth Bengaluru, which organised a musical night at its hospital in collaboration with Localhost HQ, had released a "strict" rulebook for the partygoers. At the event described as 'HOSPITA/ITY', Superhealth offered "Superboosters, kombucha, music and good energy". "Come curious. Respect the space. Look out for each other," the rules stated. Videos from the party have sparked outrage online.
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10:42 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Superhealth Bengaluru, which organised a musical night at its hospital in collaboration with Localhost HQ, had released a "strict" rulebook for the partygoers. At the event described as 'HOSPITA/ITY', Superhealth offered "Superboosters, kombucha, music and good energy". "Come curious. Respect the space. Look out for each other," the rules stated. Videos from the party have sparked outrage online.
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I pushed you to fitness, all know how you looked earlier: Asim on Himanshi's health claim
Asim Riaz denied Himanshi Khurana's claim that he pressured her to convert, saying, “I never asked anyone to change their religion." He challenged her account of their relationship, alleging she contacted him months after their split and threatened to share screenshots. Addressing her health issues, Asim said, "I pushed you towards fitness...everyone knew how you looked before meeting me."
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10:37 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Asim Riaz denied Himanshi Khurana's claim that he pressured her to convert, saying, “I never asked anyone to change their religion." He challenged her account of their relationship, alleging she contacted him months after their split and threatened to share screenshots. Addressing her health issues, Asim said, "I pushed you towards fitness...everyone knew how you looked before meeting me."
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40 hospitalised after chlorine gas leak at water plant in Nagpur
As many as 40 people were hospitalised after a chlorine gas leak at a water purification plant in Maharashtra's Nagpur early on Monday. The leak originated from a 900-kg chlorine gas cylinder and spread to nearby residential areas, with several residents reporting coughing and breathing difficulties. Three to four people are undergoing treatment in the ICU, police said.
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10:31 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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As many as 40 people were hospitalised after a chlorine gas leak at a water purification plant in Maharashtra's Nagpur early on Monday. The leak originated from a 900-kg chlorine gas cylinder and spread to nearby residential areas, with several residents reporting coughing and breathing difficulties. Three to four people are undergoing treatment in the ICU, police said.
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NVIDIA plans to invest in Perplexity at over $30 billion valuation: Report
NVIDIA is in talks to invest in Perplexity in a funding round that could value the AI startup at over $30 billion, The Information reported. The round would raise Perplexity's valuation by more than 50% from its previous financing. The Aravind Srinivas-led startup, which has annualised revenue of over $750 million, plans to go public in 2028.
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11:13 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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NVIDIA is in talks to invest in Perplexity in a funding round that could value the AI startup at over $30 billion, The Information reported. The round would raise Perplexity's valuation by more than 50% from its previous financing. The Aravind Srinivas-led startup, which has annualised revenue of over $750 million, plans to go public in 2028.
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11:13 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Tamil Nadu drops Parandur airport project amid protests
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay announced on Monday that his government has decided to drop the proposed plan to build a greenfield airport at Parandur near Chennai. The local residents and environmentalists had objected to the airport plan citing environmental concerns and danger to multi-crop agricultural lands in Parandur. Notably, Vijay had campaigned against the project before election.
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11:11 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay announced on Monday that his government has decided to drop the proposed plan to build a greenfield airport at Parandur near Chennai. The local residents and environmentalists had objected to the airport plan citing environmental concerns and danger to multi-crop agricultural lands in Parandur. Notably, Vijay had campaigned against the project before election.
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Ex-Andhra Minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao arrested in liquor transport scam
Andhra Pradesh’s ex-Civil Supplies Minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao was arrested by ED in Hyderabad in a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged liquor transportation scam. Rao allegedly manipulated Andhra Pradesh State Beverages Corporation’s tender process and diverted proceeds through subcontracting. ED alleged that Rao and his son received ₹15 crore through cash and banking transactions.
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11:09 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Andhra Pradesh’s ex-Civil Supplies Minister Karumuri Nageswara Rao was arrested by ED in Hyderabad in a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged liquor transportation scam. Rao allegedly manipulated Andhra Pradesh State Beverages Corporation’s tender process and diverted proceeds through subcontracting. ED alleged that Rao and his son received ₹15 crore through cash and banking transactions.
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Athawale demands sedition charges against those opposing reservation
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Sunday said that sedition charges should be invoked against those who seek the abolition of reservations after the anti-reservation protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. "Opposition to reservation is opposition to the constitution," Athawale added. Delhi Police earlier said no permission had been granted for holding protests against reservations at Jantar Mantar.
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11:06 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Sunday said that sedition charges should be invoked against those who seek the abolition of reservations after the anti-reservation protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. "Opposition to reservation is opposition to the constitution," Athawale added. Delhi Police earlier said no permission had been granted for holding protests against reservations at Jantar Mantar.
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Rajasthan announces ₹12,500-cr school overhaul after CJP's drive
The Rajasthan government has announced a ₹12,500-crore roadmap to overhaul its government schools over three years across all 41 districts of the state. The announcement comes after the Cockroach Janata Party's 'School Thik Karo' drive in the state and clashes between its members and villagers in Jaipur. The government earlier admitted 611 schools have no buildings, The Indian Express reported.
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11:28 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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The Rajasthan government has announced a ₹12,500-crore roadmap to overhaul its government schools over three years across all 41 districts of the state. The announcement comes after the Cockroach Janata Party's 'School Thik Karo' drive in the state and clashes between its members and villagers in Jaipur. The government earlier admitted 611 schools have no buildings, The Indian Express reported.
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6.0-magnitude quake hits Japan hours after 5.9 quake injures over 40
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan on Sunday evening, marking the second significant tremor to hit the country within a day. The quake was recorded off Urakawa at a depth of 40 kilometres, with no tsunami warning issued. Earlier, a preliminary 5.9-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Japan, injuring more than 40 people in Tokyo.
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11:26 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan on Sunday evening, marking the second significant tremor to hit the country within a day. The quake was recorded off Urakawa at a depth of 40 kilometres, with no tsunami warning issued. Earlier, a preliminary 5.9-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Japan, injuring more than 40 people in Tokyo.
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What is Dhoni-backed Superhealth that hosted a party at its hospital?
MS Dhoni-backed healthtech startup Superhealth has drawn criticism after hosting a party at its hospital in Bengaluru. Founded by Varun Dubey and Manoj Kumar in 2024, Superhealth's flagship hospital has been operating for around 10 months. The facility follows an AI-native model, with zero wait time, fixed all-inclusive pricing and digitally managed clinical and operational workflows.
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11:22 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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MS Dhoni-backed healthtech startup Superhealth has drawn criticism after hosting a party at its hospital in Bengaluru. Founded by Varun Dubey and Manoj Kumar in 2024, Superhealth's flagship hospital has been operating for around 10 months. The facility follows an AI-native model, with zero wait time, fixed all-inclusive pricing and digitally managed clinical and operational workflows.
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Govt bars ministers, MPs & officers after minister, Secy's kin avail subsidy scheme
The government revised definition of 'family', two months after a minister and a government secretary's family were found availing subsidy for their cucumber farms. It has brought into family's ambit, applicant's spouse, father, mother, sons and daughters. The government has made serving ministers, MPs, MLAs, mayors, and government employees ineligible for financial assistance under NHB schemes.
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11:39 am Monday, 24 August 2026
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The government revised definition of 'family', two months after a minister and a government secretary's family were found availing subsidy for their cucumber farms. It has brought into family's ambit, applicant's spouse, father, mother, sons and daughters. The government has made serving ministers, MPs, MLAs, mayors, and government employees ineligible for financial assistance under NHB schemes.
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