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India's TVS X Electric Scooter was released with a ₹2,49,900 price tag. Today, TVS Motors Company debuted their eagerly anticipated electric scooter, the TVS X, during a live event broadcast from Dubai. This is an electric scooter in the premium category that has numerous cutting-edge features and modern technology. Here are all the details regarding the most recent TVS X electric scooter launch. The 4.44 kWh twin battery pack in the TVS X Electric Scooter is advertised as being dust- and water-resistant. The TVS X has a maxi-style format and is constructed on TVS's new XLETON platform. The TVSX is built on a new aluminium alloy Xleton frame. The TVS X has fast charging capabilities and can be charged with a 950W portable charger that takes 4.5 hours to charge from 0% to 80% or a Smart X Home quick charger, which charges from 0% to 50% in around 50 minutes. Starting at Rs 2.5 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), the TVS X will be sold. It is the most expensive electri...

Bengaluru will host an all-party summit on the Cauvery water conflict in Karnataka. Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, Basavaraj Bommai, and other leaders attended the all-party meeting in Bengaluru to resolve the Cauvery River water conflict. DK Shivakumar, the deputy chief minister of Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa, the leader of the Janata Dal-Secular (JD-S), HD Kumaraswamy, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, Lok Sabha MP Sumalatha Ambareesh, and a number of other dignitaries are in attendance. Along with the political leaders, other senior officials and legal professionals included Chief Secretary to the Government Vandita Sharma, Deputy Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Rajneesh Goyal, Deputy Chief Secretary Water Resources Department Rakesh Singh, Advocate General Shashikiran Shetty, Senior Advocate Mohan Kataraki, and others.

DA case in Bengaluru: Lokayukta raid on K.R. Puram survey supervisor On August 22, Lokayukta authorities examined 14 properties belonging to a survey supervisor in and around Bengaluru and discovered disproportionate assets totaling several crores. K.T. Srinivasa Murthy, the official, is employed by the K.R. Puram taluk office. He is the owner of two locations, a mansion under development, and five liquor stores. The documents for assets registered in his family' names were discovered, according to Lokayukta police authorities. The worth of Mr. Murthy's moveable and immovable property is being determined by officials.

Prakash Raj is facing legal action for criticising Chandrayaan-3 with the tweet "1st pics from moon." Prakash Raj, an actor and politician, has been reported to the police for making fun of Chandrayaan-3.  Hindu organisations' representatives reported the actor to the Banahatti police station in the Bagalkote area and urged that something be done, according to the authorities.  BREAKING NEWS:- First image from the Moon by #VikramLander, Raj wrote with a cartoon of a man pouring tea. Wowww."

CM Siddaramaiah Allocate Rs 230 cr for laptops to SC/ST students in universities Chief Minister Siddaramaiah gave the go-ahead to provide laptops to students from Scheduled Caste and Schedule Tribes attending universities covered by SCSP/T.S.P. Senior representatives from the higher education department and vice chancellors of universities under the control of the state government met to make this decision. During the meeting, the chief minister gave P Manivannan, the department's principal secretary for social welfare, a phone order to raise Rs 230 crore for this use. Every university student from every community should receive a laptop. He promised that the necessary steps will be made in the upcoming days.

DK Shivakumar receives a Rs. 50,000 fine from BBMP for the banner On Monday, the BBMP fined DK Shivakumar, the head of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), Rs 50,000 for allegedly putting up an illegitimate flex banner at the KPCC office on Queen's Road. Just 13 days after Shivakumar ordered all lawmakers to refrain from erecting any flex banners throughout the city in his role as Bengaluru Development Minister and Deputy Chief Minister, Palike officials imposed the fine. He further stated that the Palike would impose a Rs 50,000 fine for each infraction.

Zero-shadow day in Bengaluru today performing tricks for two minutes on Friday, which was the second time this year. Zero days of shadows! occur in Bengaluru twice a year: once around April 24–25 and again on August 18. On Friday at 12:24 p.m., you can see how shadows disappear during this annual occurrence. On days with zero shadow, the sun is directly overhead.  Our shadows almost completely vanish as a result. On normal days, however, the sun still creates shadows everywhere, even at noon when it is very bright.

For the next ten years, ladies in Karnataka will be able to take the bus for free: Transport Minister He responded after debunking rumours that free bus riding for women would soon be eliminated on social media. The Shakti scheme would be implemented in Karnataka for the ensuing ten years, according to Ramalinga Reddy, the state's transport minister. He responded after debunking rumours that free bus riding for women would soon be eliminated on social media.

On the occasion of India's Independence Day, a video shows the Burj Khalifa lit in the tricolour. In honour of India's 77th Independence Day, the world's tallest structure, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, was illuminated in the tricolour. "May India continue to shine brightly with progress, unity, and prosperity," read a message on the Burj Khalifa's official Instagram account.  Pakistanis appeared irate in a video from yesterday when the Burj Khalifa's display of the country's flag to commemorate Independence Day was delayed.

Apple advises against sleeping near to charged iPhones Apple has issued a warning against sleeping close to charging iPhones. When a gadget is attached to a power source, Apple advised against sleeping on it or putting it beneath a blanket, pillow, or your body.  "Keep your iPhone, power adapter, and any wireless charger in a well-ventilated area when in use or charging," it continued.

Akshay Kumar posts a photo of his certificate after obtaining Indian citizenship. Akshay Kumar shared his Indian citizenship document on Twitter with the caption "Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani." Happy Fourth of July! "Jai Hind!" His prior citizenship was listed as Canadian on the certificate.  Several Twitter users thanked the actor in response to the image he posted.

Images going viral show lit-up Indian buildings and monuments in the colours of the flag. On social media, images of the nation's landmarks and buildings decorated in the national flag's colours for the 77th Independence Day have gone viral.  Among the structures were Rashtrapati Bhawan, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Charminar, and the Lal Chowk Clock Tower in Jammu and Kashmir.

A defamation suit will be brought by Seema Haider against the neighbour who branded Sachin "lappu." Seema Haider, who entered India illegally from Pakistan, intends to file a lawsuit against Mithilesh Bhati, a neighbour, for calling Sachin Meena "lappu" and "jhingur" during media appearances.  A varied nation like India, according to Seema's attorney, will not tolerate insults based on physical characteristics and skin colour. On social media, Mithilesh's remarks gained a lot of attention.

At Mannat, Shah Rukh Khan raises the tricolour On the occasion of India's 77th Independence Day, actor Shah Rukh Khan, his wife Gauri Khan, and their son Abram Khan raised the tricolour at their home in Mumbai, "Mannat." "Now the little one has made it a tradition. Hoisting our beloved tricolour and wishing everyone Happy Independence Day," the actor wrote on social media 

MS Dhoni raises the Tricolour at his Ranchi farmhouse; video goes viral Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a former captain of Team India, raised the tricolour at his Ranchi farmhouse. The flag was seen flying proudly at his farmhouse in a video that has gone viral.  Sakshi Dhoni, the wife of MS Dhoni, also posted numerous videos of the Tricolour. India celebrates its 77th Independence Day today.

'Will drive a Tesla to Zuckerberg's house, the war is on,' declares Elon Musk. Elon Musk declared on X that he will drive a Tesla to Mark Zuckerberg's residence in Palo Alto, California, and that the "fight is on" if the CEO of Meta answers the door.  The richest man in the world announced that he will broadcast "the adventure" live on X. In response, Zuckerberg's spokeswoman stated that Mark is currently travelling and is not in the area.

After the Burj Khalifa failed to fly the Pakistani flag on Independence Day, Pakistanis raised protest signs. On August 14, Pakistan's Independence Day, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai was not illuminated with the Pakistani flag, according to a viral video that has gone popular on social media.  The video apparently shows angry Pakistanis shouting in front of the building. A woman who was recording the video could be heard saying, "This has now become our status." There were hundreds of people assembled.

Dunzo is negotiating new borrowing arrangements with investors. According to The Economic Times, Dunzo has talked with debt investors about restructuring the terms of the financing so that the rapid commerce startup can use part of the cash that is currently in the bank. According to reports, Dunzo plans to use the money to pay off outstanding vendor debt and personnel payroll arrears. A Dunzo representative stated, "The information on the debt restructuring is inaccurate."

On Independence Day PM Modi raises the national flag at Red Fort. On the 77th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, PM Narendra Modi inspected the Guard of Honour before raising the National Flag at the Red Fort.  PM Modi has now raised the Tricolour at the Red Fort on Independence Day 10 times, tying the record of former PM Manmohan Singh. At Rajghat, he also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.

For Independence Day, Bengaluru police issue a traffic advise. The city of Bengaluru is decorated for the 77th anniversary of Independence Day, and at 9 a.m., CM Siddaramaiah will raise the Indian flag at the Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground in Shivaji Nagar. Additionally, the Bengaluru police issued a traffic advice and informed the commuters of the Tuesday road closures. The Lalbagh Independence Day flowers are also closing today, and a sizable audience is anticipated at the botanical park today and tomorrow.  To avoid parking-related issues in the Lal Bagh neighbourhood, the police have already recommended the locals to take public transport.

Sopore in Kashmir has staged a full-dress Independence Day rehearsal. On Sunday, Sub District Sopore Administration and Police District Sopore jointly held a full dress rehearsal programme for the 77th Independence Day at Khushal Stadium in Sopore. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Sopore S.A. Raina raised the national flag there. Along with other police officers, members of the civil service, and other interested parties, SSP Sopore Shabir Nawab attended the rehearsal programme. Along with the police and CRPF, students from various public and private schools in the subdistrict also conducted a parade and cultural activities.

Indian Flag is Unfurled by Student at International Graduation Ceremony Every person who studies and lives abroad occasionally longs for their own country. For thousands of such individuals, the comfort and cosiness of home, the well-known roads, the warm smiles, and the assurance that nothing could possibly go wrong frequently evoke nostalgic feelings.  At his convocation ceremony, a student brought and unfurled the Indian national flag as an example of how proudly they bear the identity linked with their native country. The identical video was posted by Indian administrative officer Awanish Sharan on X

Bengaluru police charge actor Upendra with violating the Atrocities Act after his remarks Upendra, a politician-turned-actor, is currently involved in a court dispute after being formally charged under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.  On Sunday, August 13, the case was opened at Bengaluru's CK Achukattu police station in response to a backlash against his disparaging remarks on the Dalit community. The event happened on Saturday, August 12, during an Instagram live session when Upendra was commemorating the sixth anniversary of his political party, Prajakeeya. He said things during the live session that outraged people and drew harsh criticism from them. Upendra made remarks that were insulting and humiliating to the Holeya group (Scheduled Caste) during his speech on the possibility of social reform. "Innocent people don't speak carelessly," he said. There are others who comment without cause. Every village has a 'holgeri'. The area of the t...

Children were asking for the ganja-laced chocolates that were seized in Mangaluru. In Mangaluru, two store owners were discovered peddling chocolates laced with ganja, according to the police. A combined 120 kg of chocolates with ganja in them were discovered by the police.  Parents observed that their kids would frequently ask for a special chocolate that cost around 20 per piece. The parents became aware of the children's abrupt behavioural changes and their need to consume such chocolates on a frequent basis.

In one month, COVID-19 cases increased 80% worldwide. According to a statement from the WHO, "Globally, nearly 1.5 million new COVID-19 cases...were reported in the last 28 days (10 July to 6 August 2023), an increase of 80%...compared to the previous 28 days."  "While five WHO regions reported decreases in the numbers of both cases and deaths, Western Pacific Region reported an increase in cases and a decrease in deaths," it was stated.

For the first time ever, Yashasvi scores his greatest total as India defeats WI by 9 wickets in a T201 match. India evened the five-match series against West Indies by defeating them by nine wickets in the fourth T201 on Saturday in Florida. India defeated West Indies by eight or more wickets in a T201 match for the first time.  Shubman Gill finished the game with a score of 77(47), while Yashasvi Jaiswal hit his greatest T201 score of 84*(51).

Boy who died in a fall at Jadavpur University was forced to chop his hair and provide personal information According to reports, the 18-year-old Jadavpur University student who purportedly died after falling from his hostel was ragged. He was allegedly coerced into having his hair cut off in a particular way by three new suspects, one additional pupil, and another. According to India Today, which cited police sources, they forced him to go through a humiliating introduction process during which he was required to submit his physical information.

In B'luru, actor Veerendra was arrested for raping a woman and demanded 15 lakhs. Actor and producer Veerendra Babu was detained by the Bengaluru Police for allegedly raping a lady and attempting to extort her.  The woman was allegedly asked for Rs. 15 lakh by the man, and the police claimed he threatened to release the footage if she did not pay. Despite the fact that the woman said she paid him by selling her valuables, on July 30 he threatened her once more.

Raghav Chadha, an AAP member, was expelled from the Rajya Sabha Raghav Chadha, an AAP member, was on Friday barred from the Rajya Sabha pending a report from the privileges committee for "gross violation of rule, misconduct, defiant attitude, and contemptuous conduct." His suspension came as a result of a motion made by the House Leader Piyush Goyal, who demanded that the AAP leader be punished for proposing a select committee for the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which included the names of four members of the Upper House.

Will give 10 lakh to anyone who slaps Akshay: Hindu outfit protesting against OMG 2 Rashtriya Hindu Parishad Bharat staged a protest in Agra against release of Akshay Kumar-starrer OMG 2 and announced ₹10 lakh "reward" to anyone who slaps or spits on the actor for hurting sentiments.  The outfit had also burnt Akshay's effigies and film's posters on Thursday and said it would not back down from demonstrating before theatres .

Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan" movie clips were leaked online Following the online leak of movie footage from Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan," Red Chillies Entertainment filed a FIR. On August 10, the Santacruz police station received the FIR. Five Twitter accounts were cited by Red Chillies Entertainment as being used to share the movie snippets. The handles on Twitter received legal notifications.

Fire breaks out at the Bengaluru BBMP Quality Control Lab The blaze harmed all nine people who were inside the structure at the time of the disaster.  Officials from a number of organisations, including the BBMP and police, claimed that the incident happened while the lab's personnel was doing a bitumen extraction test to ascertain the amount of bitumen present in a sample of bituminous concrete. The concrete sample was reportedly stored in an oven on the testing apparatus, and benzene was reportedly utilised for the test. The sample and the oven erupted due to overheating , and the benzene stored in the lab started burning when it was exposed to the heat. Only the lab's entrance, which is where the explosion happened.

Unauthorised schools will be gradually closed, according to a minister in Karnataka. Approximately 1,695 unlawful schools in Bengaluru would be shut down gradually, according to Madhu Bangarappa, minister of primary and secondary education. The choice was made during a meeting with the Karnataka Private Managements Association to discuss the surge in schools that are operating illegally.  The state's unlicensed private schools must close by August 14 according to a letter from the Department of School Education and Literacy. According to Madhu Bangarappa, the minister of primary and secondary education, there are around 1,695 unlawful schools in Bengaluru, and the state government plans to gradually close them.

Installed: A statue of the poet Thiruvalluvar constructed in Tamil Thiruvalluvar, a Tamil poet, has a 25-foot-tall steel statue in Coimbatore consisting of 1,330 interconnected Tamil characters.  His best-known work, "Thirukkural," a collection of couplets addressing issues including politics, economy, ethics, and love, is what made him famous. The statue's design was entrusted to engineers from different regions of India.

Photos display the most expensive teapot in the world, which is worth 24 crore. The most expensive teapot in the world, which was photographed by Guinness World Records, was estimated to be worth $3,000,000 (about 24 crore) in 2016.  It has a 6.67-carat ruby in the centrepiece and is fashioned of 18-karat yellow gold with cut diamonds covering the body. Someone responded by asking, "How much is the tea?" Will the tea make itself, read another comment.

Prior to Independence Day, Sec. 144 was implemented around Red Fort and Rajghat. In advance of Independence Day, the Delhi Police has implemented Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code in areas close to Rajghat, ITO, and Red Fort, according to officials on Thursday.  The police stated, "No gathering of any type is permitted in these places. Previously, the Delhi Police had imposed a ban on the use of "sub-conventional aerial platforms" like paragliders till August 16.

Man in Delhi kills the wife he "bought" for 70,000 and dumps her body in the wilderness. According to reports, a man from Delhi killed his wife after marrying her and paying her 70,000 because he didn't like the way she "behaved." Then, according to the police, Dharamveer discarded her body in a forest near Fatehpur Beri. According to the police, the husband was caught together with Arun and Satyavan, two additional men who assisted him in the murder.

Bengaluru Uber driver assaults a mother and her son for boarding the incorrect vehicle. A mother and her son were allegedly assaulted by an Uber driver named Basavaraj after they entered the incorrect taxi in Bengaluru . Basavaraj slapped his wife on the head, according to a post made on 'X' by the woman's husband, Ajay Agrawal. Uber then stated that such behaviour is treated seriously and requested information for an inquiry. Police announced Basavaraj's arrest on Thursday.

Six attack a student in the Viveknagar region for refusing to go on an excursion. A group of six young people attacked a 20-year-old student in the Viveknagar neighbourhood after he declined to go out with them. Along with attacking his parents and younger brother, the group ransacked their home. After locals interfered and attempted to save the family members, the incident created some tense moments in the Vannarpet region. When the Viveknagar police arrived, they detained Tanoj, Varun, Kevin, Anand, and Kumar. Police claimed that all were first-time offenders. Both Adithya SV, 20, and her brother Dhanush SV, 19, who live in Vannarpet's Abbaiah Garden, were hurt in the attack. Both their mother Selvi, 46, and father Vijay Kumar S, 52, were beaten and received minor wounds.

The Rajasthan Free Mobile Yojana 2023 will provide 40 lakh women with free mobile phones. Free Mobile Yojana: Starting today, women in Rajasthan will receive free smartphones . Rahul Gandhi, a Congressman from Banswara, introduced the smartphone distribution programme while he was there.  Starting on Thursday, the government will start distributing smartphones. Only 40 lakh women will receive free cellphones in the first phase, and they must utilise their Jan Aadhaar cards to qualify. The day that the Rajasthani women had been looking forward to. That day has finally arrived. The state's women have begun receiving smart phones as part of the Indira Gandhi Free Smart Phone Programme. Rahul Gandhi , a Congressman who accompanied Banswara on his trip, initiated the practise of handing out smartphones.  From August 10, smart phones will be distributed to the state's female citizens. Ashok Gehlot, the chief minister, had promised to give out free smartphones the previous ye...

Offices in Bengaluru and Chennai Declare a Holiday on August 10 for the Release of Jailer Jailer, starring megastar Rajinikanth, is scheduled for a significant release on August 10, and viewers anxiously anticipate the event. Several workplaces in Chennai and Bangalore have announced leave for their staff members across branches on Thursday in anticipation of Rajinikanth's return to big-screen entertainment after almost two years. In an effort to combat piracy, the office administration has also given all of its staff complimentary t ickets . A message reportedly from a Chennai-based company concerning the holiday was shared on Twitter by a user.   "The #SuperstarRajinikanth phenomenon and the only actor in the world who can bring the country to a complete standstill," he wrote. The leave will be available for its branches in Chennai, Bangalore , Trichy, Tirunelveli, Chengalpattu, Mattuthavani, Arapalayam, and Alagappan Nagar, according to the notice distributed t...

Hoskote, Devanahalli, and two other towns may have a Namma Metro connection. BENGALURU: Doddaballapur, Nelamangala, Devanahalli, and Hoskote are four outlying towns that the government is thinking about including in the Namma Metro expansion. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar , and Congress MLAs from Bengaluru Rural met to discuss the matter. MLAs from Kodagu, Hassan, Mandya, Bengaluru Rural, Chikkaballapura, Davanagere, and Chamarajanagar met once more.

In video calls, WhatsApp introduces a screen-sharing feature. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, recently revealed a new WhatsApp feature that lets users share their displays during video calls.  Users will be able to exchange documents, photographs, and shopping carts with contacts who are available for video conversations thanks to the new cross-platform capability. According to reports, the capability was initially made available to some Android beta testers in May.