Iran has imposed severe communication restrictions, including internet and phone shutdowns, amidst escalating protests against economic hardship. Exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi condemned the government’s actions, urging international intervention. Meanwhile, former US President Trump issued a stern warning against violent crackdowns, while US officials voiced support for peaceful demonstrators. The unrest, fueled by currency collapse and inflation, has spread nationwide.

What makes this Gita exceptional is not only its value but its construction. All 700 verses across the 18 chapters of the Bhagavad Gita have been engraved on gold plated pages.

Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka are in the grip of a cold spell, with temperatures around 15°C in the morning and rising to about 25°C by afternoon. Rain isn’t expected.