Shubhanshu Shukla is set to embark on a 14-day mission to the International Space Station as part of the Axiom mission, alongside representatives from Hungary and Poland. This flight is a crucial step for India's Gaganyaan program, aiming for a crewed mission by 2027.
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Divya Deshmukh, an 18-year-old Indian chess prodigy, has gained global recognition after defeating World No. 1 Hou Yifan at the World Blitz Team Chess Championship in London. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded her victory, highlighting her determination and inspiration to aspiring chess players. Divya's success, along with her other achievements, underscores India's growing prominence in international chess.
Fresh off their NBA championship, the Boston Celtics face a crucial offseason decision regarding Kristaps Porzingis. Trading him could save the team up to $140 million in luxury tax, offering long-term financial flexibility. However, losing Porzingis would weaken their frontcourt and potentially diminish their 2025 title chances, forcing a difficult choice between immediate contention and future sustainability.
In a dramatic turn, President Trump announced US military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, marking a direct intervention in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The strikes, utilizing B-2 stealth bombers, targeted Iran's uranium enrichment program. This decision reverses Trump's earlier stance on avoiding foreign wars and raises concerns about potential Iranian retaliation.
An FIR has been filed against three IndiGo Airlines officials following accusations of caste-based harassment and humiliation by a trainee pilot. The complainant alleges verbal abuse and discriminatory behavior during a meeting at the company's Gurgaon office. The FIR, initially filed in Bengaluru, includes charges under the SC/ST Act and BNS, prompting a police investigation into the allegations
Sanjana Ganesan, Jasprit Bumrah's wife, shared an Instagram story featuring a child, presumably their son Angad, holding a cricket ball marked with Bumrah's impressive figures from the first Test against England. Bumrah's stellar performance at Headingley saw him claim a five-wicket haul, finishing with 5/83, despite India's mixed bowling performance and dropped catches.
Delhi has improved its Performance Grading Index (PGI) score by 44 points, moving from Akanshi-1 to Prachesta-3 in the 2023–24 evaluation released by the Ministry of Education. The capital made notable gains in infrastructure and governance, while maintaining strong performance in equity. However, learning outcomes and access showed limited improvement. Delhi’s progress reflects broader national trends, with 24 states and UTs improving their PGI scores, though only Chandigarh reached the... Expand
Doug McMillon, Walmart's CEO, advocates for fair and consistent policies across all operating countries, highlighting the company's adeptness at navigating tariff challenges through diverse sourcing strategies. Walmart prioritizes local sourcing and job creation, aiming to source $10 billion annually from India by 2027. McMillon emphasizes the importance of transparent regulations and Walmart's commitment to maintaining low prices for customers globally.
Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that WhatsApp chats are admissible as evidence in matrimonial disputes, even if obtained without consent. The court emphasized that while the right to privacy is fundamental, it is not absolute and can be reasonably restricted.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar urged citizens to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the decision to conduct a caste census alongside the 2027 population census. This follows Bihar's own caste census conducted between 2022 and 2023, which revealed that Extremely Backward Classes and Other Backward Classes constitute a significant 63% of the state's population.