In order to give prime importance to existing FASTag users, dissuade defaulters and further encourage adoption of FASTags by national highways commuters, vehicles without FASTags entering the FASTag lane are being charged double the toll fee, NHAI said in a statement.
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- Pakistan plans to purchase 40 Chinese J-35 stealth fighter jetsPakistan plans to acquire 40 J-35 stealth fighters from China, marking the first export of Beijing’s fifth-generation jets to a foreign ally. The J-35A will publicly debut after the PLAAF anniversary. This move is expected to shift the military balance between Pakistan and India.
- How Pakistan ‘copied’ design of India’s 1960 Cirus reactorIn the early 1970s, Pakistan attempted to replicate India's Cirus reactor design, which was integral to India's first nuclear test in 1974. Munir Ahmed Khan led the effort, but challenges arose from differences between the Cirus reactor and Pakistan's Kanupp. Recently, the US imposed sanctions on Pakistan for its advanced missile technology.
- Travis Hunter deletes Insta in defense of fiancée after old video goes viralTravis Hunter deactivates his Instagram to support fiancée Leanna Lenee amid backlash from a three-year-old video of her dancing inappropriately with another man. The resurfacing of this video has led to severe online trolling and criticism. Kelce expressed his exhaustion with the negativity, and Lenee made her social media accounts private to escape further scrutiny.
- Allu Arjun summoned by police for questioning in stampede caseTelangana police summoned actor Allu Arjun after a stampede at a 'Pushpa 2' premiere in Hyderabad caused a woman's death and injured her son. The actor was released on bail, and the family received Rs 50 lakh in financial aid. Protests ensued at Arjun's residence, demanding further compensation, leading to increased security.
- Luigi Mangione is a young man, not human ping-pong ball: What his lawyer said in the court"He (Luigi Mangione) was on display for everyone to see in the biggest staged perp walk I've ever seen in my career. It was absolutely unnecessary. He's been cooperative with law enforcement, he's been in custody for over a week; he waived extradition..."lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifilo said as Mangione appeared in the court today and […]
- Ashwin clears the air about popular misconceptionR Ashwin, 38, recently retired from international cricket citing a lack of creative satisfaction. He plans to continue club cricket, including the IPL. Ashwin expressed gratitude for the game and overwhelming support post-retirement, including calls from legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev. The cricketer visualizes more creativity in his future endeavors.
- 'Loss for humanity': PM Modi, Rahul pay tribute to filmmaker Shyam BenegalVeteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at the age of 90 due to chronic kidney disease. Known for classics such as Ankur and Nishant, he left an indelible mark on Indian parallel cinema. Tributes poured in from political leaders nationwide, honoring his contributions and influence in the film industry.
- After Kejriwal's Delhi snub, Congress stares at RJD challenge in Bihar
- 'I may live 110 years': Dalai Lama amid health concernsThe Dalai Lama, 89, reassures followers about his health, predicting a lifespan of 110 years. Despite recent knee surgery, his recovery is progressing. Living in exile since 1959, he advocates for Tibetan autonomy. Amidst concerns over his succession, the spiritual leader's stance challenges China's influence on Tibetan Buddhism's future.
- Seer, who played key role in Ram Mandir case, lashes out at RSS chiefJagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remark on not raking up Ram temple-like issues elsewhere, calling it influenced by appeasement politics. He expressed displeasure at the silence on violence in Sambhal and atrocities against Hindus. Bhagwat emphasized harmony among faiths and avoiding extremism in a lecture on 'Vishwaguru Bharat'.
