Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a historic visit to Croatia, marking the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visited the Balkan nation. Following his Canada visit, Modi is scheduled to meet with Croatian President Zoran Milanovic and Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic to bolster bilateral ties.
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Vikram Misri and Sun Weidong met in New Delhi to improve India-China relations. They focused on people-centric engagements and resuming direct flights. Progress since their last meeting in Beijing was reviewed. Misri appreciated China's help in restarting the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Discussions included sharing hydrological data on trans-border rivers. Both sides aimed to ease visa procedures and promote exchanges.
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SpaceX's autonomous drone ship, "Of Course I Still Love You," isn't a love song but a tribute to Iain M. Banks' sci-fi novels. This floating landing pad recovers Falcon 9 boosters, crucial for SpaceX's reusable rocket program. Paired with its sibling, "Just Read the Instructions," it transforms science fiction into reality, enabling cost-effective space travel.
Tensions escalate as Israel and Iran exchange missile strikes, defying global calls for de-escalation. Israeli airstrikes inside Iran targeted nuclear and energy sites, resulting in over 230 deaths. Iran retaliated with missile barrages, causing casualties and damage in Israel. Nuclear talks are suspended amidst fears of wider regional conflict, with both sides signaling no immediate end to hostilities.
A simple 'Sitting-Rising Test' (SRT), involving sitting and standing without support, can indicate cardiovascular health and longevity, says scientists. A study in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that individuals with low SRT scores faced a significantly higher risk of mortality from heart issues. The test assesses strength, balance, and flexibility, reflecting overall functional fitness.
India's school education performance gap narrowed from 51% to 42% between 2018 and 2024, signaling progress across states. The Education Ministry's PGI 2.0 reveals that while no state reached the top grades, Chandigarh led with the highest score. Punjab, Delhi, and Gujarat followed, while several states need improvements.
Collective Artists Network introduces Radhika Subramaniam, India's first AI travel influencer, designed to share local stories rooted in culture. Representing a Gen Z solo traveler, Radhika aims to connect with audiences through authentic storytelling. Speaking both Tamil and English, she offers brands a consistent voice for context-rich narratives.
In Sonprayag, police caught ambulances being misused. Pilgrims were using them to bypass the Kedarnath trek queue. The ambulances were stopped near the Acrow bridge. Drivers claimed ignorance about the scheme. They said they were only following instructions. Police issued challans and seized the vehicles. The incident highlights attempts to circumvent rules during the pilgrimage.