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Sep 25, 2026
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced immediate relief for drought-hit farmers, offering Rs 2,500 each. This initial aid aims to support 45-50 lakh farmers and will cost the state Rs 1,250 crore. Further assistance will depend on the Union government's response and assessments of the drought situation. While total drought losses in Karnataka are expected to exceed Rs 40,000 crore, additional relief measures will follow.
In the first quarter of this fiscal, India received the maximum investments from countries like Singapore, Mauritius and the US.
Kelvin and Liz Fletcher opened up about losing newborn lambs on their Cheshire farm
Home gardeners can utilize an easy damp towel test to check if their old seeds are still viable. This involves laying out the seeds on a moist towel, rolling it up, and storing it in a warm area. The germination results will signify if the seeds are ready for planting. Effective seed storage is crucial for enhancing longevity, and sharing successful seeds with the gardening community nurtures sustainable gardening efforts.
Rubin Blount had 50 rib fractures, and was dangerously malnourished, when he was finally admitted to hospital
Fomer council leader David Molyneux represented the Ince ward in Wigan council for 44 years
Gulveer Singh has reached a remarkable new height in his athletic career after securing a silver medal in the men's 10,000m event at the Asian Games in Nagoya. His impressive time of 28:29.38 minutes marks a significant improvement from his previous performances. This achievement follows his bronze medal at the last Asian Games in Hangzhou and adds to his accolades, which already include a silver medal from the Commonwealth Games.
Sylvan Goldman invented the shopping cart in the 1930s to help customers carry more items in stores. Initial reactions were negative, as women compared carts to baby strollers while men felt they were unmanly. To boost interest, Goldman employed attractive individuals to demonstrate the carts in stores. The invention resulted in customers purchasing more items and spending more money.
The AFSPA, which gives special powers to the Armed Forces, will remain in effect in these areas for six months from October 1, unless withdrawn earlier, the notification said.
Parts of the UK could reach 27C today (Friday, September 25)
