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Yogi Adityanath Appoints 912 Police Recruits in Uttar Pradesh

In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath handed appointment letters to 912 newly selected police candidates, including Police Sub-Inspectors and Assistant Sub-Inspectors. He emphasized the transparency of the recruitment process, highlighting reforms since 2017 to eliminate irregularities. This event occurs amid rising political debates on employment ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with parties focusing on job creation and youth opportunities.

Abp News··Lucknow

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Business

Soybean Prices Drop on Harvest Pressure and Fund Liquidation

Soybean futures on the Chicago Board of Trade fell due to fund liquidation and expectations of a decline in the August soybean crush. A record-large US crop harvest is pressuring prices, despite a slow harvest pace caused by wet late summer and early autumn weather. Wheat prices rose supported by a small US crop and a large Saudi Arabia import tender.

Mint Markets··Chicago

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World

Ancestor Remembrance Rituals Observed Worldwide

Pitru Paksha in India is a sacred fortnight dedicated to honoring ancestors through rituals like tarpana and pinda offerings. Similar traditions exist globally: Qingming in China involves grave cleaning and incense burning; Japan's Obon welcomes ancestral spirits with lanterns; Cambodia's Pchum Ben includes temple offerings; Mexico's Día de los Muertos celebrates with photos and food. Many countries share this universal practice of ancestor remembrance.

Deccan Herald·

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Technology

India's AI Growth Drives Rising Data Centre Energy Demand

India's rapid expansion in artificial intelligence and data centres is causing a significant rise in electricity demand, with data centre consumption projected to reach 50 TWh by 2030. Cooling systems may use 30–40% of this energy. Experts stress the need for water and cooling infrastructure development alongside digital growth. Generative AI's energy use, including image generation averaging 2.9 watt-hours per prompt, highlights environmental impacts.

Deccan Herald·

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Politics

Government Revises FASTag Rules for Divyangjan Vehicles

The government revised FASTag guidelines for vehicles registered under the Divyangjan category. Beneficiaries will receive exempted FASTags based on disability percentage shown on their disability certificate, UDID card, or other records. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways simplified toll procedures by changing the renewal from annual to a new system to ease living for persons with disabilities.

The Hindu··New Delhi

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World

FlyDubai Flight 1073's 4-Hour Ordeal Ends in Emergency Landing

FlyDubai flight 1073 experienced a four-hour emergency after a cockpit fight between the wounded Indian captain and Omani copilot. The Boeing 737 Max 8 made steep descents and climbs, zigzagging for 200 seconds before safely landing at a Saudi airport. The captain is hospitalized, the copilot is under questioning, and investigations involve Israel, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. The flight carried 182 passengers, mostly Israelis, from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

HT World·

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