The demand for a Kuki homeland, its history and rationale
The demand for a separate “Kukiland” dates back to the late 1980s, when the first and largest of the Kuki-Zomi insurgent groups, the Kuki National Organisation (KNO), came into being. The demand has surfaced periodically ever since. Key Points
The Indian ExpressNot sharing a bedroom with your partner is the way to go
Insider's author and his partner sleep in separate bedrooms. He says it's the best decision they've made for their relationship. Key Points
InsiderCongress MP’s ‘separate nation for south India’ remark sees heated discussion in RS, BJP demands action
Karnataka MP DK Suresh said Thursday that taxes from south were going to north India & Hindi was being 'imposed' on all fronts. BJP calls it 'attack on country’s unity', demands apology. Key Points
ThePrintSouth Korean firms get waiver on US chip gear supplies to China
Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) and SK Hynix (000660.KS) will be allowed to supply U.S. chip equipment to their China factories indefinitely, without separate U.S. approvals, Yonhap news agency quoted South Korea's presidential office as saying on Monday. Key Points
ReutersBlackBerry to separate IoT and cybersecurity business units
Canadian technology company BlackBerry (BB.TO), said on Wednesday it would separate its Internet of Things (IoT) and cybersecurity business units and target a subsidiary initial public offering for the IoT business next fiscal year. Key Points
ReutersExperts say partners sleeping in separate beds isn't great for intimacy
Jenny Davis and her husband sleep in separate beds. Experts say this could work for some but also lead to emotional distance. Key Points
InsiderFinancial challenges for live-in couples: How to resolve the money issues and secure your finances
Inheritance rights, joint tax benefits and health insurance coverage can be tricky, while long-term financial planning for goals like retirement and buying property can be complicated. Overcoming these requires careful financial planning and legal documentation to ensure stability and security in the long run. Key Points
Economic TimesExporters seek separate division for non-trade issues, faster customs clearance
Exporters requested the establishment of a distinct division within the Commerce and Industry Ministry to address non-trade barriers, particularly those related to environment and sustainability. During their discussion with Union Minister Piyush Goyal, they also highlighted concerns about Chinese goods entering India via the ASEAN free trade agreement. Key Points
Economic TimesRivals Turn Partners: Adani, Ambani Sign ‘Power-Pact’ | What Brought Them Together? | Details
As per exchange filings, Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance has picked up a 26% stake in Adani Power’s project in MP. The pact has been signed to use the plant’s 500 MW of electricity for captive use. This stake has been bought in the form of stocks with face value of Rs10 at par ( Rs50 crore). This will allow reliance use of 500 MW of generation capacity for captive use, as per the filings of both firms in separate stock exchange filings. But why did Adani and Ambani who have often been portrayed as business rivals shake hands? Watch this video to find out. Key Points
https://www.livemint.comAdani opens 2 units to manufacture ammo, missiles
Adani Defence and Aerospace today announced the inauguration of two separate facilities to manufacture ammunition and missiles... Key Points
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Indian cricket domestic media rights: Can BCCI breach 1 billion dollar mark with 21 games against Australi
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expects to surpass $1bn in revenue from selling TV and digital rights for India's cricket games played at home until March 2028, following the invitation of separate bids for the rights. Experts noted that digital rights are likely to outstrip TV rates, with Disney Star and Reliance Viacom and possibly the Zee-Sony conglomerate to submit the bids when the auction takes place in the first week of September. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid uproar over Manipur issue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to interact with MPs of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) during the ongoing Monsoon session of Parliament. The parliamentarians have been divided into 10 groups for separate meetings with him. Key Points
FirstpostNCERT drops references to ‘Khalistan’ in Class 12 political science textbook
The changes were made after the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) objected to the references. The committee said on Tuesday that it would study the changes before taking a fresh stand on the issue. Key Points
The Indian ExpressTharoor, Moitra criticise showcause notice to Brittas
In a separate tweet, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra said, “This is hilarious! RS chairman asks @JohnBrittas to explain his criticism of Hon’ble @AmitShah. Am waiting to be called upon to explain my many criticisms forthwith…. Long live the banana republic.” Key Points
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