Elon Musk has set an ambitious goal for Tesla to double its electric vehicle production in the US within two years. This announcement follows US President Donald Trump's public endorsement, having purchased a Tesla Model S Plaid. Despite the support, Tesla's stocks have seen a significant decline, dropping nearly 50% in three months due to market concerns.
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Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir, 32, has retired from international cricket after a career spanning over a decade. He played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is, claiming 271 wickets. His memorable 3-16 spell in the 2017 Champions Trophy final against India helped Pakistan secure the title.
Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as one of India's top fast bowlers across all formats since his debut in 2016. Former bowling coach Paras Mhambrey praised Bumrah's focus, constant need to improve, and his effective leadership skills. Despite concerns about his unique bowling action, Mhambrey hopes Bumrah’s body supports him for at least the next five years.
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Amidst ongoing border tensions, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to bolster its surveillance capabilities by acquiring three High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS) aircraft. These unmanned 'pseudo-satellites' will operate in the stratosphere, providing persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The IAF has issued a request for information, aiming for delivery within 18 months.
The J&K and Ladakh high court has ruled that NHAI or its concessionaire cannot collect toll tax from commuters if a highway is in bad shape due to construction activities. The court ordered NHAI to collect only 20% toll at Lakhanpur and Bann toll plazas and directed the removal of any toll plazas within 60 km of NH-44 within two months.
A CCTV footage went viral showing police head constable Jayaprakash slapping Mohanraj, a youth, for crossing the road while looking at his phone in Coimbatore. The public criticized the cop for his actions and noted he himself violated traffic rules by not wearing a helmet. The incident prompted a senior police inquiry.
Hurun India ranks Reliance Industries as the most valuable Indian company, with the top ten firms, including notable tech giants TCS and Infosys, and telecom leaders Bharti Airtel and ICICI Bank, amassing a valuation of nearly Rs 96 lakh crore. Bharti Airtel demonstrates the highest absolute growth, while the cumulative worth of top companies surpasses Saudi Arabia's GDP.
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India strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN, citing Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's admission of supporting and training terrorists. Yojna Patel condemned Pakistan's misuse of the UN platform for propaganda and highlighted India's experience as a victim of cross-border terrorism, particularly referencing the recent Pahalgam attack and expressing gratitude for international support.