The National Statistical Office, the Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based inflation eased marginally to 6.71 per cent in July from 7.01 per cent in the previous month.
Veteran Japanese designer Issey Miyake passed away at the age of 84. He was known for his innovative technology-driven clothing designs, exhibitions and fragrances
The government has approved a proposal to give specific names to all the AIIMS, based on regional heroes, freedom fighters, historical events or monuments of the area, or their distinct geographical identity.