Fraudsters swap QR codes at MP’s Khajuraho shops to redirect digital payments

NEW DELHI: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is set to induct its first all-women commando team for operational roles, training around 100 women personnel in skills like physical fitness and weapons use. The inaugural batch of 30 will train from August to October 2025, with plans to make all-women courses a regular part of training, aiming for 10% female representation in the force. Want More Context? 🔎

Over 2.2 million people have signed a petition urging Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to show leniency for Harjinder Singh, a 28-year-old Indian-origin man facing vehicular homicide charges after a crash that killed three people. Singh, who entered the US illegally in 2018, is accused of making an illegal U-turn; if convicted, he could face up to 45 years in prison, sparking a divisive debate on social media regarding the severity of his potential sentence. Want...

Apple is in preliminary talks to license Google's Gemini AI model to enhance its Siri voice assistant, following setbacks in Siri's upgrade timeline. The company is internally testing two versions of Siri, one powered by its own models (Linwood) and another using external technology (Glenwood), while considering collaborations with other AI firms like Anthropic and OpenAI. Want More Context? 🔎

Raja Jackson, son of UFC champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, faced backlash after violently attacking wrestler Stuart Smith during a Knokx Pro Wrestling event on August 23, 2025. Although initially part of the show, Raja's unplanned punches left Smith seriously injured and hospitalized, prompting Rampage to apologize and reveal that Raja had recently suffered a concussion. Want More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to visit India, with discussions ongoing to finalize a date, as stated by Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk. The envoy emphasized India's supportive stance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and urged India to take a more active role in peace talks, reflecting the growing dialogue between the two nations. Want More Context? 🔎

A man attempted to approach Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Purnea, Bihar, causing a brief disturbance before security intervened. The yatra, which aims to cover over 1,300 km and culminate in Patna, features RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav calling for unity against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, with Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah joining Gandhi on August 29. Want More Context? 🔎