BYD's new eMAX 7 MPV is a big step forward for its operations in India, mixing comfort and tech. With a starting price of ₹26.9 lakh, it's aimed at both individual buyers and fleet operators. The eMAX 7 boasts a roomy interior, easy-to-use touchscreen controls, and a great range, setting it up to compete with popular models like the Innova.
A Zomato warehouse in Hyderabad was found storing food items with future packaging dates during a food safety inspection. Key issues included a lack of insect-proof screens and non-compliant food handlers, despite the facility holding necessary licenses.
Kanchan Ugursandi, a 32-year-old woman from Jharkhand, has made history as the first biker to reach Lipulekh Pass, standing at 17,500 feet. Her trip, part of the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage route, was full of challenges. Kanchan wants to inspire women and support Indian soldiers through her adventures.
More than 150 people were hurt, with eight in serious condition, during a fireworks accident at a temple festival in Kasaragod, Kerala. The incident happened around 12:30 am during the annual Kaliyattam festival at the Anjootambalam Veerarkavu Temple.
About 200 women are stuck inside a hostel in Ranchi, Jharkhand, because of a land dispute. A local tough guy has shut down the dining area, leaving the women without food. The issue has gotten worse due to ownership claims made by the widow of the original landowner.
In his 115th Mann Ki Baat talk, Prime Minister Modi warned about "digital arrest" scams, stressing that no government agency will reach out to people through video calls. He highlighted the need for awareness and asked schools to teach kids about online safety. Modi also shared plans to celebrate the 150th anniversaries of Sardar Patel and Birsa Munda and talked about India's advancements in animation and virtual reality.
The jiohotstar.com domain now belongs to siblings Jainam and Jivika from the UAE. The original owner, a developer from Delhi, couldn't get ₹1 crore from Reliance Industries. The siblings plan to use the domain to spread kindness and education, inspired by their experiences in a Seva project in India.
A Congress MLA from Telangana, Anirudh Reddy, has called for banning Andhra leaders from entering Telangana after the Tirumala temple rejected letters from Telangana MLAs. He questioned Andhra Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's dedication to Telangana amidst ongoing debates about temple practices.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) says that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members tried to attack Arvind Kejriwal during a foot march in Vikaspuri, West Delhi. AAP leaders criticized the Delhi Police for not stepping in and warned that if anything happens to Kejriwal, the BJP will be held responsible.
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is getting ready for Cyclone Dana, with schools closing and travel plans disrupted. The cyclone is expected to hit with winds reaching up to 120 km/h. Trains and flights are canceled, and authorities are evacuating people from vulnerable areas.