Huawei's new MateBook Fold uses a SMIC-made 7nm chip, showcasing China's tech self-reliance amid U.S. sanctions. Despite this, China lags behind TSMC's advanced chip technology. U.S. restrictions hinder China's access to cutting-edge chipmaking tools and AI chips, intensifying competition in the tech sector. China is pinning its hopes on Huawei and SMIC for advanced chipmaking.
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A power struggle unfolds in Baramati. Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar's factions clash in the Malegaon Cooperative Sugar Mill election. Ajit Pawar's panel faces competition from NCP(SP)'s newly formed group. Sharad Pawar urges voters to resist inducements. He regrets the split but accepts the democratic contest. The election on June 22 will determine control of the 21-member board.
The central government is formulating a new policy to financially assist states in upgrading their highways, shifting away from declaring them as National Highways. Prime Minister Modi has directed the road transport ministry to develop a model by July end.
Alarmed by dangerously high arsenic levels in the Indus River, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) is launching a large-scale cleanup campaign. Recent tests revealed arsenic levels exceeding those in treated sewage. LAHDC Chairman Tashi Gyalson has directed the formation of flying squads to prevent garbage dumping and sewage discharge.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly opposed the central government's proposal to divert Indus River waters to other states, asserting that J&K's needs must be prioritized. His statement comes after Amit Shah's announcement of a canal project to redirect surplus water to Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana.
Gajarla Ravi, a Maoist central committee member, was recently killed by Andhra police, marking the end of his family's long association with insurgency. He is the sixth member of his extended family to die in gunfights with security forces. Four of Gajarla Mallaiah's five sons went underground, with Ravi and another brother, Saraiah, killed in separate encounters.
A Saudia aircraft arriving in Lucknow from Jeddah experienced a smoke incident in its landing gear upon arrival on Sunday. Prompt action by the Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting team and the Saudia crew ensured the safe deboarding of all passengers, primarily Haj pilgrims. A minor hydraulic oil leak in the landing gear is suspected to be the cause.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with Cyprus' highest civilian award, the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, which he dedicated to the 1.4 billion people of India. This visit marks the first by an Indian PM since 2002 and gains importance due to Cyprus' ongoing conflict with Turkey.
Shubman Gill marked his Test captaincy debut with a brilliant 147 against England at Headingley, leading India's charge in the first Test. Despite falling short of a double century due to a mistimed shot, his innings was crucial in India's quest for an early series advantage.
Donald Trump refuted a CNN report alleging the US strikes on Iran's nuclear program were ineffective, labeling it "FAKE NEWS" and asserting the sites were "completely destroyed." White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt also dismissed the report as "flat-out wrong," while Special Envoy Steve Witkoff condemned the intelligence leak as "treasonous," insisting on the site's obliteration.