India population 1.46 billion, but fertility rate down: UN report

Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life,' featuring Kamal Haasan and praised for Silambarasan's performance, had a strong opening but saw a significant decline in collections post-weekend, with weekday earnings dropping notably. The film, which has its OTT rights with Netflix, may see an earlier digital release due to its poor box office performance, and includes music by AR Rahman. More Context

Amid persistent U.S. budget deficits exceeding $33 trillion, Warren Buffett's radical proposal resurfaced, suggesting that Congress members be disqualified from re-election if deficits surpass 3% of GDP. Utah Senator Mike Lee supports this idea and is drafting an amendment linking congressional eligibility to inflation, aiming to hold lawmakers accountable for fiscal irresponsibility, though critics warn of potential governance paralysis. More Context

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched a mandatory cleanliness campaign that will take place during his tours and overnight stays, aimed at promoting social awareness of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat Mission across the state. This initiative is designed to extend the message of hygiene and cleanliness to every street and village in Uttarakhand. More Context

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at eight locations, including the residences of Ballari MP E Tukaram and four MLAs, linked to an alleged money laundering case involving the Valmiki scam. Allegations suggest that misappropriated funds from the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki ST Development Corporation were used to influence voters during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, prompting responses from Congress leaders defending their party. More Context

The Supreme Court Ruling on Homebuyer RefundsThe Supreme Court has determined that homebuyers seeking refunds due to project delays are not entitled to reimbursement for the interest on home loans paid. The ruling clarifies that developers are only required to refund the principal amount paid by the homebuyers and provide interest compensation strictly as per the existing agreement. This decision underscores the limitations of financial recourse available to homebuyers in the event of project delays,...

NEW DELHI: Pakistan faces a critical water shortage as inflows from India's Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab rivers decrease, leading to an outflow exceeding inflow by 11,180 cusecs. This situation, exacerbated by India's dam management practices, threatens irrigation in Punjab and Sindh, with Punjab receiving 20% less water than last year. As monsoon rains are still weeks away, key dams are nearing 'dead levels,' creating further challenges for agricultural operations and highlighting the implications of the...