Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay Packers. This move frees up 19 million dollars. Cowboys now have 42 million dollars in cap space for 2025. This allows them to sign other players. They can extend contracts of DaRon Bland and Tyler Smith. Jerry Jones mentioned Parsons could bring resources in a trade.
Mumbai braces for traffic disruptions as Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil initiates an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan today. Traffic police have announced road closures, including Panvel–Sion Road and Eastern Freeway, starting 6 am. Commuters are urged to avoid CST and surrounding areas due to anticipated congestion.
A 23-year-old woman from Amroha, Gulfiza, tragically died after being allegedly forced to drink acid by her in-laws due to dowry demands of Rs 10 lakh and a car. She battled for her life for 17 days following the horrific incident on August 11.
A clash erupted in Patna between Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress workers. This followed a protest by the BJP against alleged abuses directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother. The abuses reportedly occurred during a rally in Darbhanga. Video evidence circulated, sparking outrage and condemnation from various political figures. Nitish Kumar also criticized the incident.
CBSE has set August 31, 2025, as the final date for Class 10 and 12 direct admissions and subject changes for the 2025-26 session. Schools must send records to CBSE Regional Offices by September 2, with approvals expected by September 15. Exceptions exist for government service transfers, requiring document submission within two days via the Harkara system.
In a shocking incident in Yadgir, a 17-year-old student at a government residential school gave birth in the school restroom, highlighting severe negligence by the staff. The school principal, warden, and teachers have been suspended for failing to notice the pregnancy or provide necessary care.
Dr. Urjit Patel, former RBI governor, has been appointed as Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund for a three-year term, following central government approval. Patel previously served as the 24th RBI governor and also held the position of deputy governor, overseeing key areas such as monetary policy and economic research.
In a shocking incident near Talaja, Bhavnagar, a 29-year-old married man has been arrested for allegedly raping his 22-year-old sister at knifepoint on two occasions. The victim, blackmailed due to her relationship with another man, endured the assaults in July and August. She bravely contacted the 181 helpline after the second incident, leading to the arrest.
India is strategically shifting its export focus beyond the US, aiming for diversification due to concerns about over-reliance on specific markets and weaponized supply chains. The government is actively pursuing trade agreements with Europe, exploring opportunities in Africa and CIS countries, and devising strategies for 50 nations to reduce dependence on China and enhance global value chain participation.
Manoj Tumu, a machine learning engineer at Meta, advises aspiring professionals to prioritize gaining practical experience through internships. He emphasizes that a strong resume highlighting experience is key to landing interviews, even without referrals. Tumu also stresses the importance of thoroughly preparing for behavioral interviews by aligning responses with company values.
