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The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea on August 17. This hearing concerns Karnataka's compliance with Cauvery water release orders. The matter was postponed due to a judge's illness, which caused a delay. Tamil Nadu seeks enforcement of the Cauvery Water Management Authority's directives. The court aims to ensure Tamil Nadu receives its rightful water share.

NALCO and Hindalco shares rallied sharply on Wednesday as global aluminium prices hit a seven-week high amid Middle East tensions and fresh supply concerns. A production cut at Brazil’s Alunorte refinery, multi-decade-low LME inventories and disrupted Middle East shipments have tightened the market, supporting aluminium prices and Indian producers.

The Supreme Court will hear a plea concerning essential service disruptions during protests. Counsel informed the bench about disturbances to ingress and egress. The court questioned how to issue a specific direction for such issues. This petition was tagged with a pending plea regarding Jantar Mantar protests.

The milestone highlights growing demand for residential solar in Kerala, supported by government incentives and increasing awareness of renewable energy.

Caro Claire Burke's debut novel Yesteryear has become a significant social media phenomenon. The book explores themes of American fantasy and the performance of womanhood. Anne Hathaway acquired film rights before the novel's official publication date. Yesteryear has spent seventeen weeks on the New York Times bestseller list.

Rahul Gandhi rejected Amit Shah's debate offer on student protests, demanding accountability. He questioned who ordered the alleged police action against students during recent protests. Amit Shah stated the government is ready for a detailed parliamentary discussion on the matter. He countered accusations of absence, citing opposition disruptions in Parliament. The standoff has caused repeated disruptions in both houses of Parliament.

N Chandrasekaran resigned as Tata Sons chairman, ending his nearly decade-long tenure, with his term set to expire in February 2027. His reappointment had received support from Tata Trusts, the nomination committee and board but stalled after opposition from one director. Under Chandra, Tata expanded into aviation, semiconductors, electronics, batteries and digital businesses, while group revenues and profits rose sharply.

Four stocks — Amara Raja Energy & Mobility, Kalpataru Projects International, Sumitomo Chemical India and Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals — are showing bullish technical setups, with breakouts, improving momentum and supportive moving-average structures pointing to further upside, according to HDFC Securities analysts.

Quote of the day by Ed Harris, “You can’t betray yourself too often, or you become somebody else,” explains how repeated compromises can affect personal identity. The quote focuses on self-respect, authenticity, personal values and the choices people make in careers, relationships and personal growth while seeking approval from others.

Character AI down: On August 12, Character AI faced considerable access issues, leaving numerous users unable to log in or fully utilize its chatbot features. Some encountered surprise restrictions on their accounts when trying to access the service. The reason behind these disruptions is still unknown, and Character AI has not provided any official update about the ongoing situation.

Independence Day 2026: Butto Kristo Paul & Co. started as a modest establishment focused on importing foreign medicines. Over time, it blossomed into a prominent Indian pharmaceutical giant in colonial Calcutta, dedicating resources to manufacturing while actively supporting the Swadeshi movement. However, shifting market dynamics and rising competition ultimately resulted in its decline, leaving behind only one heritage pharmacy that remains to this day.

Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency conducted multiple raids across the Union Territory. These searches are connected to the 1990 abduction and murder of Sarwanand Koul Premi and his son. The writer and his son were killed by terrorists thirty-six years ago in Anantnag. This investigation is part of reopened cases involving minority community members' killings.

As protective eclipse glasses fly off the shelves, people are seeking alternative ways to experience the beauty of the Sun. Pinhole projectors present a clever and safe option for observing solar events. It's vital to keep in mind that standard sunglasses don't provide adequate protection for direct solar observation. Additionally, specialized filters are necessary for photography and telescopes. Safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays during your viewing adventure.

The company said net profit for April-June reached NT$59.97 billion ($1.86 billion), up 35% from the previous year. Foxconn, whose official name is Hon Hai Precision Industry, has gone beyond assembling low-margin iPhones to making AI servers for US tech giant Nvidia, along with electric vehicles and robots.

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes a resolution against delimitation, urging a freeze on Lok Sabha seats and advocating 33% women’s reservation

The closing auction is a big market ‌structure reform in line with global standards, Tuhin Kanta Pandey ‌said at an event in Mumbai.

Smaller steel firms in India can reduce electricity bills by one-third and cut carbon emissions by adopting renewable energy, which will offer substantial annual cost savings for these companies. For them, joint investments in clean power projects present a practical and viable solution. High costs and regulatory hurdles currently make this essential clean energy transition slow.

Meghan is "too guarded and too self-controlled" to succeed as a podcaster, claimed the source.

Birla Tyres expected to enter EV, SUV tyre segment by FY28

The Rs 251.88-crore Technocraft Ventures IPO received strong investor interest, with its GMP rising to around 12.74% from 11% earlier, signalling expectations of a positive listing. Investors are likely to learn their allotment status today.

Home Minister Amit Shah has offered a detailed parliamentary discussion on student protests. He challenged the opposition to submit a letter to the Speaker by 2 pm. The government is ready for a 24-hour debate, starting today at 3 pm. Shah stated he would personally answer all questions raised by the opposition. The opposition must now decide between discussion or continued ruckus.

A striking new assessment of the Sussexes' royal exit has turned the spotlight firmly back onto Prince Harry's role in the fallout.

The couple formalised their decade-long relationship in Portugal, surrounded by their children in a ceremony kept away from public attention.