Here are the latest updates and the big news stories to follow today
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1. Govt to auction 10 coal blocks under commercial mining this week
Of the blocks put on sale, eight mines will be auctioned under fifth round of commercial coal mining on Tuesday, while the remaining two blocks will be put on sale on Wednesday under the second attempt of the fourth round of commercial coal mine auction.
2. Cyrus Mistry accident probe: Team of experts from Hong Kong arrives in Mumbai for Mercedes car inspection
A team of Mercedes-Benz officials from Hong Kong arrived in Mumbai on Monday to inspect the car which crashed last week killing former Tata Sons chairman Cyrus Mistry and his friend and injuring two other occupants, a police officer said.
3. SC to hear BCCI’s plea on tenure of its office bearers today
The Supreme Court on Monday said that it would hear on September 13, a plea of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeking the court’s permission to amend its constitution concerning the tenure of its office bearers including that of the President and Secretary.
4. Piyush Goyal to chair Board of Trade meeting on Tuesday
Headed by the minister, the board includes participants from various states, union territories, and senior officials from public and private sectors.
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh emphasizes innovative security measures and global readiness at Southern Air Command conference.
World Kidney Day highlights the rising prevalence of kidney issues among young Indians, emphasizing the importance of early detection and prevention.
Yogendra Yadav and T.M. Krishna discuss NEP’s strong pitch for a three-language formula and the fear, especially in Tamil Nadu, that there is an attempt being made to impose Hindi on non-Hindi speaking States
Kolkata People's Film Festival showcases political documentaries and short fiction from South Asia, emphasizing curatorial freedom and audience interaction.
A 15-year-old study by UoH & WWF-India listed 455 species of flora and fauna in the university
IIT Guwahati Professor D. Udaya Kumar discusses Tamil Nadu's new rupee logo, designed by him, amid controversy.
V.D. Satheesan calls for restoration of SC/ST scholarships, addressing injustice at UDF convention with party leaders present.
UoH students stage day-long protest against the proposed auction at Kancha Gachibowli
Lt. Governor inaugurates Uppanaru Canal Bridge construction with Chief Minister, aiming to ease traffic congestion in Puducherry.
Retired judge-led commission investigates corruption allegations, submits detailed reports, and makes recommendations for government reforms.
Alexander Babu and TM Krishna engage in a lively conversation at The Hindu, blending humor, music, and philosophy.
Manakkad Juma Masjid and other religious institutions in Thiruvananthapuram provide facilities for Attukal Pongala devotees.
Alleged gate ramming at Ratnagiri mosque during Holi procession sparks controversy, refuted by police, AIMIM demands action.