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RO plants to shift from cash to UPI and prepaid payments; authorities consider uniform water pricing for citizens.Bengaluru residents are in for a major update!1184 RO plants will soon phase out cash payments. While citizens currently pay in cash, BWSSB is considering UPI and prepaid options for digital transactions.Also Read:Silk Board double-decker flyover nears completion, final ramp to open by DecemberIn April, BWSSB took over the operations of these RO units, and the board is now planning operational and maintenance changes. Currently, contractors manage the RO plants, with water prices varying, some charge ₹5 for 20L, others ₹10, causing confusion…

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has expressed confidence that skipper Pat Cummins will play a major role in the upcoming Ashes series, despite the fast bowler currently battling a lumbar bone stress issue picked up during the West Indies Test tour. Cummins, 32, is undergoing rest and rehabilitation but remains optimistic about resuming bowling well before the Ashes opener against England at Optus Stadium, Perth, on November 21. With more than two months to go, McDonald believes the timeline is in Australia’s favour. Recovery Timeline Gives Australia Hope Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “We’re confident he’s going to…

Former India cricketer Murali Kartik strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for what he described as “unnecessary boycott drama” before their final group-stage clash in the Asia Cup 2025 against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The former left-arm spinner took aim at Pakistan’s actions, which included threatening to withdraw from the tournament and refusing to leave their hotel on time. These protests eventually caused their must-win fixture to be delayed by an hour. ALSO READ – MS Dhoni’s Hookah Room: Who Was In, Who Wasn’t?, Were Played Forced? Manoj Tiwary Spills the Beans 16 Million USD  Add Zee News as…

AMC What are the most unforgettable scenes in the entire “Breaking Bad” franchise? Fans will probably picture the image of Walter White (Bryan Cranston) brandishing a gun in his underwear, or the dramatic Lily of the Valley reveal. Of course, we would be remiss not to mention the pizza scene. In this scene, Walt brings a pizza to his wife Skylar (Anna Gunn), who has just divorced her husband after discovering he has been cooking meth. Walt assumes that Skylar will welcome him back with open arms if he shows up with…

MumbaiSeptember 18, 2025 03:19 PM IST First published on: Sep 18, 2025 at 03:19 PM IST Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged voter list irregularities in two more constituencies: Aland in Karnataka and Rajura in Maharashtra. Gandhi alleged that while voter deletions were carried out in Aland using an automated software, 6,850 “fake online additions” were made in Rajaura in Chandrapur district.Rajura is one of the six Assembly segments in the Chandrapur Lok Sabha constituency in the Vidarbha region, which has been held either by the BJP or the Congress since 1996. In last year’s Lok Sabha…

Lower belly fat is one of the most stubborn areas to tone, and many people struggle with reducing it despite regular workouts. While spot reduction is a myth, targeted yoga asanas can help strengthen the core, improve digestion, reduce bloating, and tone the abdominal region over time. Yoga, when combined with a balanced diet and mindful lifestyle, is a powerful tool to sculpt your midsection — naturally and sustainably. In this article, we’ll explore 7 effective yoga poses that specifically target the lower abdomen and help reduce that persistent tummy fat. 1. Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose) Add Zee News as a…

India and Chile continue to work on deepening multifaceted relationship New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (West) Sibi George represented India at Chile’s National Day celebrations in New Delhi, reiterating commitment to a strong partnership between the two nations. While sharing pictures of Chile’s National Day celebrations on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, “Secretary (West) Sibi George represented India at the National Day celebrations of Chile. He reiterated the commitment to strong India-Chile partnership, guided by the roadmap set during the recent meetings between PM Narendra Modi and President Gabriel Boric.” Earlier in July,…

South Korean govt launches task force to address US visa system after Georgia detention Seoul, Sep 18 (IANS) The South Korean government launched an interagency task force Thursday to help South Korean companies better address the US visa system when traveling there for work, following the detention and release of over 300 South Koreans in a recent US immigration raid, the foreign ministry said. The task force, joined by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Energy, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups and others, will collect opinions from across various industries about difficulties or problems…

India’s efforts to shape sustainable future across region lauded at East Asia Summit event Patna, Sep 18 (IANS) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (East) P Kumaran delivered remarks at the joint inauguration of East Asia Summit Knowledge Exchange Workshop on Energy Efficiency Policies and Programmes – Mission LiFE and EAS Conclave of Heads of Higher Education Institutions at Nalanda University in Bihar’s Rajgir on Thursday. Kumaran stressed the need to promote sustainable consumption patterns and energy saving behaviours, thereby reinforcing the role of people in achieving climate goals, as underlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “Fulfilling India’s commitments at…

AYLESBURY, England (AP) — After a day filled with royal pomp and pageantry, President Donald Trump will meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday, the final day of the U.S. leader’s state visit to Britain.The two leaders are expected to sign a major deal on tech investment, discuss steel tariffs and potentially tricky topics including the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.On Wednesday, the president and first lady Melania Trump were feted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle with gold-trimmed carriages, scarlet-clad soldiers, artillery salutes and a lavish banquet in a grand hall. No U.S. president, or…