Axiom Mission is set to launch carrying astronauts, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla, to the International Space Station (ISS) for a two-week research mission. Docking is scheduled for Thursday, initiating an extensive scientific program with studies from 31 nations. The crew will conduct experiments in microgravity, focusing on areas like cancer research, 3D printing, and DNA repair, contributing to global scientific advancement.
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The Enforcement Directorate's summons to senior advocates Datar and Venugopal drew strong condemnation from legal bodies like the SC Bar Association and SCAORA. They argued the summonses undermine the independence of the bar and attorney-client privilege protected by the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. Concerns were raised about a chilling effect on legal professionals providing honest opinions.
US airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, while initially hailed as a success, have raised concerns about long-term monitoring. The IAEA's ability to track Iran's uranium stockpile is now significantly hampered, especially the highly enriched uranium. Experts warn that Iran's nuclear expertise and undeclared centrifuge stockpiles remain intact, potentially leading to a measured escalation in response.
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued an urgent advisory, urging Indian nationals and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) residing in the Iranian capital to relocate to safer areas. Citing a worsening security situation, the embassy advises those who can leave Tehran using their own means to do so immediately.
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are fluctuating due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, initially surging before easing on de-escalation hopes. Despite Iran's willingness to negotiate, tensions remain high, influencing market sentiment. Investors are closely monitoring geopolitical developments, US economic data, and central bank decisions for further direction, with potential support and resistance levels identified.
Indian Railways is set to enhance short-distance travel by introducing 50 new Namo Bharat trains and 100 Mainline EMUs. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced these additions, with Namo Bharat trains, inspired by Vande Bharat, offering premium travel at speeds up to 130 kmph.
The QS World University Rankings 2026 names MIT as the top global university, with Imperial College London in second place. The rankings highlight a growing academic influence in Asia, featuring 565 ranked universities. Notable shifts include IIT Delhi becoming India’s highest-ranked institution and McGill leading in Canada. Over 1,500 universities across 106 countries were evaluated, with the U.S. and UK dominating the top 10. The data signals an increasingly competitive, globalised academic... Expand
In a dramatic turn of events, ADGP H M Jayaram was arrested on Madras HC orders for allegedly abducting a minor in an inter-caste marriage case. Justice P Velmurugan directed the arrest based on confessions from other accused. MLA Poovai Jagan Moorthy, also implicated, was instructed to cooperate with the investigation, highlighting the court's stance against public servants aiding crimes.
A 20-year-old man named Diptendu Bag was apprehended at Entally Police Station for masquerading as a Bengal Police inspector. Bag, dressed in a police uniform and accompanied by his girlfriend, aroused suspicion due to his unusual behavior. His inconsistent answers during questioning and claims of a rapid promotion raised further doubts.
The UK Parliament took a significant step towards legalising euthanasia as MPs approved a bill allowing assisted dying for terminally ill individuals in England and Wales. The proposal, which requires approval from doctors and experts, aims to provide dignity and choice to those with less than six months to live.