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A public health poster explains that dengue is transmitted by the Aedes mosquito and highlights common symptoms, including fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, body pain, weakness and skin rashes. It also urges prompt medical attention for persistent vomiting, severe stomach pain, fainting or bleeding, while outlining household mosquito-control steps.
India
Commercial passenger vehicles operating through services such as Ola, Uber, RedBus and InDrive must now be registered on the transport department’s portal, according to a Dainik Jagran post. The reported rules allow registration of vehicles up to 12 years old and refer to panic buttons, vehicle-location systems and women passengers.
Lifestyle
Makhana, described as a nutrient-rich traditional superfood, is gaining global recognition, according to a PIB Hindi post. The post highlights production of 80,590 metric tonnes and an average yield of 2.34 MT per hectare for 2025–26, presenting the crop as an important development in India’s agricultural sector.
India
Electric vehicles are being highlighted for potentially lower operating and maintenance costs, home-charging convenience, quieter driving and a growing public charging network. The benefits are especially relevant to regular commuters and people travelling in cities, while suitable use conditions may also help reduce local air pollution and carbon dioxide emissions.
Lifestyle
The Ministry of Health has drawn attention to symptoms associated with swine flu, also known as H1N1. The listed signs include fever, cough, sore throat, headache, runny nose, body aches and fatigue. People experiencing these symptoms are advised to recognise them early, avoid ignoring persistent symptoms and seek medical advice at a nearby healthcare centre.
Business
A post from the Reserve Bank of India recalls the Pie, once India’s smallest currency unit. Used in everyday transactions during the pre-decimal monetary system, the denomination is no longer in circulation but remains part of the country’s monetary history.
Business
The August series expiry on NSE is scheduled for Tuesday, 25 August 2026. CNBC Awaaz Managing Editor Anuj Singhal has warned traders about selling out-of-the-money single-stock options close to expiry, as a sudden price move can turn a ₹3-4 premium trade into a physical settlement obligation worth lakhs.
Politics
Natalie Harp moved from hosting a conservative news programme to working closely with Donald Trump, handling printed material, communications and access to the president. Her loyalty, private letters and influence inside Trump’s circle have drawn public attention, while statements from her brother and political critics have intensified questions about their relationship.
World
Turkey says it will ask Interpol to issue a Red Notice seeking Benjamin Netanyahu’s arrest over a domestic criminal case linked to an attack on Gaza aid activists. The move comes as tensions with Israel intensify after an airstrike on a Syrian military base near Turkey’s border, drawing criticism from the US ambassador.
Business
The Reserve Bank of India has imposed penalties of ₹2.70 lakh on Progfin Private Limited and ₹8.10 lakh on Shri Ram Finance Corporation Private Limited. The action followed inspections linked to their financial positions as on March 31, 2025, and identified shortcomings involving KYC systems, customer risk classification and governance requirements.
Business
The Reserve Bank of India has fined Shri Ram Finance Corporation Private Limited ₹8.10 lakh after finding breaches involving director appointments, customer risk categorisation and the timely uploading of KYC records. The action followed a statutory inspection linked to the company’s financial position as on March 31, 2025.
Business
Non-audit taxpayers earning from business or profession must file their income tax returns by 31 August 2026. Missing the deadline can lead to late fees, interest on unpaid tax and loss of eligibility to carry forward certain business, trading or capital losses. Separate deadlines apply to audited and transfer pricing cases.
