Author: The World Opinion

The Indian two-wheeler market is showing strong growth potential. The forecast suggests a 9% growth in sales for the current fiscal year. ICRA attributes this growth to factors like rising replacement demand, recovering urban consumption, and improved rural income from a normal monsoon. A key policy development is the possible reduction in GST rates for small passenger vehicles and two-wheelers, as indicated by Prime Minister Modi. This reduction is anticipated to be implemented before the festive season, which is a crucial period for auto companies. This GST cut is designed to stimulate demand. Wholesale sales of two-wheelers in India increased…

Five significant bills were passed by the Jharkhand Assembly on Tuesday, with the Jharkhand State University Bill 2025 at the forefront. This legislation grants the Chief Minister the authority to appoint key university officials, including Vice-Chancellors and Pro-Vice-Chancellors. Furthermore, the state government will oversee the hiring and promotions within universities and colleges. The Senate, chaired by the Pro-VC or the Minister of Higher and Technical Education, will meet twice a year. Alongside, the Jharkhand Professional Educational Institutions (Fee Regulation) Bill 2025 was approved to regulate fees in private professional institutions, setting up a fee regulatory structure to curb arbitrary fee…

Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai, is currently in Japan to participate in the Osaka Expo 2025. The Chhattisgarh week is a highlight of the event. CM Sai discussed the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Japan. At the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, he remarked on the significance of PM Modi’s visit, stating that it would soon take place. The Chief Minister emphasized the historical and strong relationship between India and Japan, stating that the visit would further cement this bond, offering numerous benefits to India. The Prime Minister’s visit is expected to enhance technical, industrial, and…

Manoj Jarange, a key activist advocating for Maratha reservation, is set to travel to Mumbai today to recommence his hunger strike in support of the Maratha community’s demand for reservation. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence is scheduled to visit the Andaman Islands today. Lawyers will continue their protest for the fifth day, objecting to the Delhi Lieutenant Governor’s order issued on August 13th. Due to adverse weather conditions, the recruitment process for constable positions in the Jammu division has been postponed. All schools in Jammu, both government and private, are closed, and schools in Punjab will remain closed from…

The United States is preparing to revise its immigration policies, targeting the H-1B visa program and green cards, according to statements made by US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. The Trump administration is proposing a “gold card” program that would grant permanent US residency to foreign investors who invest USD 5 million. Lutnick shared that the administration is working on altering the H-1B visa program and the green card system, and that the “gold card” initiative is designed to bring the best individuals to the country. He mentioned the program has strong interest with 250,000 potential applicants, which could generate…

‘Thunderbolts’ has achieved critical and commercial success, a positive deviation from some recent Marvel projects. The film is preparing for its digital release, approximately three months after its theatrical run. ‘Thunderbolts’ centers on a group of antiheroes forced to collaborate on a dangerous mission after being caught in a perilous situation. ‘Thunderbolts’ will be available on JioHotstar starting August 27, 2025, with Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu language options. JioHotstar promoted the release with the statement, “Not super. Not heroes. Not giving up. Thunderbolts* The New Avengers streaming 27 August onwards in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, only on JioHotstar.” The…

The NYT Connections puzzle, a daily offering from The New York Times, tests players’ vocabulary by requiring them to find connections between words. This word game, introduced in 2023, has rapidly gained popularity, becoming the second-most-played game on the NYT platform after Wordle. This article provides hints and solutions to the August 26, 2025, puzzle. The game, created by Wyna Liu, challenges players to categorize sixteen words into four groups. The game offers three difficulty levels and is a great way to expand your vocabulary and have fun. Players are encouraged to share their puzzle-solving experiences on social media. Hints…

Lionel Messi anticipates another significant moment in his career, with the upcoming match potentially carrying a great deal of sentiment. The 2026 Finalissima is officially set, featuring a clash between Copa América 2024 winners Argentina and Euro 2024 champions Spain. This event could be Messi’s final appearance in the intercontinental showpiece before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Finalissima, which pits the champions of CONMEBOL and UEFA against each other, returned in 2022, with Argentina defeating Italy 3-0 at Wembley Stadium. Messi delivered a masterclass performance that reminded fans of his legendary status. Now, three years later, the stage is…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the localized production of hybrid battery electrodes and flagged off the export of the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara at the Suzuki Motor Plant in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The e-Vitara is slated for distribution in over 100 countries. First unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in India in January 2025, the e-Vitara is a key part of Suzuki’s global strategy. The company, with an annual production capacity of 2.6 million units spread across four Indian plants, exported over 3.32 lakh vehicles and achieved domestic sales of 19.01 lakh units in FY25. The e-Vitara will compete with the…

The Bihar electoral process is under scrutiny following the inclusion of two Pakistani women in the voter list. The women, residents of Bhagalpur, were identified during a Ministry of Home Affairs investigation targeting foreign nationals. The probe uncovered that both Imrana Khanam and Firdousia Khanam, residing in Tank Lane, possessed voter ID cards and had undergone verification during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Firdousia arrived in India in 1956 on a three-month visa, while Imrana’s visa was valid for three years. The Bhagalpur district administration has initiated proceedings, and notices will be served to the women requiring them to…