Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a historic two-day visit to Kuwait, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in four decades. He engaged with Kuwait's leadership, elevating the bilateral partnership to a strategic level. Modi received Kuwait's highest honor and discussed collaborations across various sectors. Kuwait's Prime Minister personally saw Modi off, signifying the strengthened ties between the two nations.
Related news
The Supreme Court has stayed the declaration of results for the Bihar legislative council byelection following a plea from RJD's Sunil Kumar Singh. Singh challenged his expulsion for allegedly using defamatory words against CM Nitish Kumar, claiming the procedure violated natural justice principles. The hearing will continue.
A sloth bear attack in Chhattisgarh's Korar forest range resulted in the deaths of a father and son, with two others injured. The bear, suspected of having rabies, first attacked Ajju Kureti and then Sukhlal Darro. Later, the bear killed Sukhlal's father, Shankar Darro. Authorities are working to tranquilize and capture the bear.
Indian Railways aims for a diversified energy strategy focused on nuclear, solar, hydropower, wind, and thermal sources to meet its net zero 2030 initiative. By 2025-26, 95% of trains will operate on electricity, significantly reducing carbon emissions and diesel expenditure.
The government has transferred Justice Yashwant Varma from the Delhi High Court to Allahabad High Court amid allegations of cash recovery from his residence. The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking an FIR against him, allowing an in-house inquiry to proceed. An inquiry panel's report is expected soon, while CJI Khanna ensures the investigation adheres to established procedures.
During a White House celebration honouring the Ohio State Buckeyes' national championship, vice president JD Vance accidentally toppled the trophy, causing a stir among the team and President Trump. Despite the mishap, Coach Ryan Day considered the visit an honor, marking a final celebration before key players depart for the NFL Draft, signaling a period of transition for the team.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Jeddah for a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, his first to the Kingdom's commercial capital, at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. They will co-chair the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council meeting, focusing on strengthening economic and defence ties.
Rajasthan Royals' Nitish Rana delivered a crucial 81-run knock against Chennai Super Kings despite being unwell, inspired by a motivational call from coach Rahul Dravid. Rana, given the responsibility to bat at number three, helped RR secure their first win of the IPL 2025 season. He emphasised the importance of handling pressure and executing game plans for successful performances.
JPMorgan Chase is mandating a full-time return to the office for its employees to enhance learning, innovation, and company culture. This decision aligns with other major corporations like AT&T and Amazon. While the company's executives believe this change is beneficial, some employees have expressed concerns regarding increased commuting costs and mental health issues.
Elon Musk reaffirms his commitment to making mankind a multi-planetary civilization by colonizing Mars. A recent discovery of a perfectly square-shaped structure on Mars has fueled debates on its origins and reinforced calls for further exploration, prompting Musk to advocate for a direct investigation.
Abhishek Sharma's explosive 79 off 34 balls led India to outplay England and secure a seven-wicket victory in the first T20I. Varun Chakravarthy and Arshdeep Singh shone with the ball, with Suryakumar Yadav managing bowlers efficiently. India's disciplined performance bowled out England for 132, leading the five-match series 1-0.