# Project Cheetah Marks 4 Years: India's Cheetah Count Rises to 52

As Project Cheetah completes four years since its launch in September 2022, India's cheetah population has grown to 52, including cubs born in the country. Initially, 20 cheetahs were translocated from Namibia and South Africa to Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to reintroduce the species declared extinct in India in 1952. Despite early setbacks with several deaths due to infections and acclimatization issues, successful breeding has boosted numbers. Authorities continue monitoring health, habitat adaptation, and territorial movements, with plans to expand cheetah habitats beyond Kuno for long-term population viability.

Early voting has commenced across several U.S. states for the 2022 midterm elections, a pivotal contest that could shift control of Congress. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are at stake. Republicans are favored to reclaim the House, while the Senate remains a toss-up. Key issues driving voters include inflation, abortion rights, crime, and democracy concerns. President Biden's approval ratings weigh on Democrats. Results will shape the final two years of Biden's term and future policy direction.

Ohio's Glacier Ridge Metro Park has expanded significantly, growing nearly ninefold after acquiring 333 acres of conservation land. The expansion transforms the park from a smaller green space into a much larger natural preserve, enhancing habitat protection and recreational opportunities for visitors. The additional acreage aims to conserve native ecosystems, protect wildlife corridors, and provide more trails and open spaces. Local officials celebrated the milestone as a major win for environmental preservation and community access to nature in the region.

# 100 साल बाद मिली बिल्ली की दुर्लभ प्रजाति

वैज्ञानिकों ने लगभग 100 साल बाद बिल्ली की एक अत्यंत दुर्लभ प्रजाति की खोज की है। इस बिल्ली की पहचान उसके सिकुड़े हुए चेहरे, गोल कानों और लंबी मूंछों से होती है। यह प्रजाति इतनी दुर्लभ है कि पिछली सदी में इसे देखा नहीं गया था। वैज्ञानिकों का मानना है कि यह प्रजाति जंगलों में छिपकर रहती है, जिससे इसे खोजना बेहद कठिन रहा। इस खोज से जैव विविधता संरक्षण को नई दिशा मिली है। शोधकर्ताओं ने इसकी तस्वीरें और DNA सैंपल एकत्र किए हैं। यह खोज वन्यजीव विशेषज्ञों के लिए बड़ी उपलब्धि मानी जा रही है और अब इसके संरक्षण के प्रयास शुरू किए जाएंगे।

HSBC has dubbed India the "consumption king," projecting that rising incomes will dramatically reshape the country's spending patterns. As India's middle class expands and per capita income grows, consumer spending is expected to shift from essentials to discretionary goods, services, entertainment, and premium products. HSBC forecasts India's consumption market could become one of the world's largest, driven by urbanization, digital adoption, and a young demographic. Sectors like retail, travel, healthcare, and financial services stand to benefit significantly from this transformation.

PNB Housing Finance is among four F&O stocks that witnessed a sharp rise in futures open interest, signaling increased trader activity and potential price momentum. A surge in open interest typically indicates fresh positions being built, reflecting strong market sentiment. Alongside PNB Housing Finance, three other stocks saw notable increases, attracting attention from derivatives traders. Rising open interest, combined with price movements, can suggest bullish or bearish trends. Investors are closely monitoring these stocks for breakout or breakdown signals, as heightened activity often precedes significant price action in the near term.

**छत्तीसगढ़ में गर्मी से राहत की उम्मीद बढ़ गई है। मौसम विभाग के अनुसार आज कई जिलों में बारिश और गरज के साथ बौछारें पड़ने की संभावना है। रायपुर, बिलासपुर, दुर्ग, कोरबा, जगदलपुर समेत कई इलाकों में बादल छाए रहेंगे। तापमान में गिरावट दर्ज हो सकती है। मानसून की सक्रियता के चलते आने वाले दिनों में और बारिश का अनुमान है। लोगों को छाता साथ रखने की सलाह दी गई है। किसानों के लिए यह राहत भरी खबर है।**

J.P. Morgan has revised its outlook on the Bank of England's monetary policy, predicting interest rate hikes due to renewed inflation risks in the UK economy. Persistent price pressures, driven by sticky services inflation, rising wages, and elevated energy costs, have fueled concerns that inflation may remain above the BoE's 2% target longer than expected. J.P. Morgan analysts suggest the central bank may need to tighten policy further to curb demand and anchor inflation expectations, diverging from peers considering cuts.

**कोटा रेलवे स्टेशन पर आग और धमाकों से दहशत**

राजस्थान के कोटा रेलवे स्टेशन पर अचानक आग लग गई, जिसके बाद कई धमाकों जैसी आवाजें सुनाई दीं। इससे स्टेशन पर मौजूद यात्रियों और कर्मचारियों में अफरा-तफरी मच गई और लोग जान बचाकर भागने लगे। सूचना मिलते ही फायर ब्रिगेड और रेलवे अधिकारी मौके पर पहुंचे और आग पर काबू पाया। बताया जा रहा है कि आग स्टेशन परिसर के एक हिस्से में लगी, जिसमें कुछ ज्वलनशील सामान रखा था, जिससे धमाकों जैसी आवाजें आईं। सौभाग्य से किसी के हताहत होने की सूचना नहीं है। रेलवे प्रशासन ने जांच शुरू कर दी है।

The US Congress passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia, Iran, and North Korea, sending it to President Trump's desk. The bill limits Trump's ability to ease Russia sanctions unilaterally, causing tension with the White House. It also impacts US-India relations, as India's defense deals with Russia, particularly the S-400 missile system purchase, could trigger secondary sanctions. Additionally, the bill affects energy trade, threatening European-Russian gas pipeline projects. Trump reluctantly signed it, calling it "seriously flawed."

A 15-year-old girl from Delhi's Shahbad Dairy area was allegedly gang-raped and murdered, with her decomposed body discovered in a field days later. Her severed hand was found nearby, and parts of her remains had been eaten by stray dogs, making identification difficult. The victim had gone missing days earlier, and her family filed a complaint. Police launched an investigation, detaining suspects from the neighborhood. The case sparked outrage over rising crimes against women and minors in Delhi. Authorities faced criticism for delayed action and inadequate safety measures in the area.

**PSU Bank Stocks Rally: Key Highlights**

Public sector bank stocks, including SBI, PNB, and Bank of Maharashtra, surged today driven by multiple factors. Strong quarterly earnings, improved asset quality, and declining non-performing assets boosted investor confidence. Government recapitalization plans and expectations of credit growth further fueled the rally. Rising net interest margins and robust loan demand across retail and corporate segments supported optimism. Additionally, favorable RBI monetary policy signals and potential rate cuts enhanced the banking sector's outlook, attracting institutional buying.

BSP chief Mayawati criticized the Centre's proposed move to impose charges on UPI transactions, calling it a "capitalist profiteering attitude." She argued that UPI was promoted as a free, cashless digital payment system to benefit common people, and now imposing fees contradicts that promise. Mayawati said this move would burden the poor and middle class, benefiting only corporates and fintech companies. She urged the government to reconsider, stating it undermines Digital India's vision and people's trust in digital payments.

Delhi Police's operational review, chaired by the Home Secretary, highlighted extortion and narcotics as top crime priorities requiring intensified crackdowns. Senior officials emphasized dismantling drug networks and curbing extortion rackets, often linked to organized crime and jailed gangsters using digital means. The force's preparations for the upcoming BRICS summit received praise, with security arrangements deemed robust. Officers were directed to enhance intelligence gathering, strengthen inter-agency coordination, and maintain law and order during the high-profile international event.

Delhi-NCR authorities are shifting from a reactive to proactive approach to combat winter pollution by launching 150 inspections across industrial, construction, and vehicular emission hotspots before the smog season begins. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) is leading these pre-emptive checks to ensure compliance with pollution norms. Inspections target brick kilns, power plants, and construction sites violating dust control norms. This move aims to curb stubble burning effects, industrial emissions, and vehicular pollution that annually push air quality to hazardous levels during October-January.