Namma Metro sees highest ridership ever, Rs 40.7 crore for AI projects; food safety drive on: What’s trending in Bengaluru today

Namma Metro reached a new ridership milestone as city roads face increasing congestion. Food safety inspections are now targeting larger establishments and star hotels for hygiene concerns. Ten postgraduate projects received significant funding for innovations in technology and healthcare. These initiatives demonstrate Bengaluru’s commitment to translating research into practical applications. The city is also appointing…

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: Notification for 9,766 vacancies released at sbi.bank.in; check important details and direct link here

SBI has released the Clerk Vacancy 2026 notification for 9,766 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts. The recruitment includes 7,680 regular and 2,086 backlog vacancies across States and Union Territories. Applications can be submitted from August 11 to August 31, 2026. Maharashtra has the highest regular vacancy count at 1,718, followed by Tamil Nadu…

From confrontation to strategic bargaining: The new phase of the US–Iran conflict

The US and Iran have entered a phase of strategic bargaining, combining military pressure with diplomacy. Negotiations in Muscat, facilitated by Oman, aim to secure commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Both nations recognize the escalating costs of sustained conflict, seeking to avoid wider regional war. This shift represents a recalibration of strategy, not…

Heavy rain, Kanwar rush wreak havoc on traffic; Yamuna sludge linked to ammonia spikes, cybercrime crackdown: Delhi news today

Heavy rains and the Kanwar pilgrimage are causing significant traffic disruptions across Delhi. A new study highlights Yamuna river sludge as a cause for ammonia spikes. Delhi police have busted a major cybercrime network, arresting nine individuals. Meanwhile, a speeding BMW incident has renewed concerns about reckless driving. These events show Delhi grappling with traffic,…