Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Airforce has been named the pilot for Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS, planned for later this year. Shukla, selected for ISRO's Gaganyaan mission, will join a team led by Peggy Whitson on this private spaceflight aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.
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In a rare display of camaraderie, Saudi fighter jets escorted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's aircraft as it entered Saudi airspace en route to Jeddah, underscoring the robust ties between India and Saudi Arabia.
The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab announced the launch of a massive campaign against drugs, involving the establishment of rehab and drug de-addiction centers. Scheduled to begin shortly, the initiative will involve strict inspections and preparations on a war footing. IAS officer Sandeep Kumar will oversee inspections, with District Commissioners held accountable for readiness.
Day 3 of the 4th Test between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground may face rain disruptions, affecting play. India trail by 310 runs with Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja attempting to reduce the deficit. Rain could influence the match's outcome, potentially leading Australia to consider enforcing the follow-on.
A man set himself and his car on fire at Amsterdam's Dam Square in a suspected suicide attempt. The incident, which began with a small explosion, resulted in no bystander injuries. The driver, a 50-year-old Dutch citizen, was hospitalized under police custody. Police and explosives experts investigated the scene.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasizes cooperation with friendly nations on intelligence to detect anti-India outfits. He highlights the importance of new strategies to counter emerging threats, including cyber and psychological warfare, and calls for the use of AI and blockchain to address these security challenges.
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Usha’s approach to life and faith became a steadying force for JD, inspiring him to revisit spiritual questions that had long been dormant. Hinduism, with its emphasis on inner peace, self-discipline, and moral duty (dharma), encouraged JD to explore faith beyond mere ritual and dogma. Usha’s perspective helped JD see religion not just as a set of rules but as a path to personal growth, resilience, and understanding—qualities that would eventually shape his political career.
A senior Hamas leader urged global supporters to take action against President Donald Trump's proposal to relocate over two million Gazans to neighbouring countries. Trump suggested redeveloping Gaza while relocating its residents, but Palestinian leaders and the international community condemned the plan, citing potential chaos in the region.