Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his five-nation tour with a visit to Namibia, receiving a ceremonial welcome and engaging with traditional Namibian culture. This marks his first visit to Namibia, where he will hold bilateral talks with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and pay respects to the country's Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to an early hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, scheduled for Thursday. Opposition parties RJD and Congress, along with the Association for Democratic Reforms, argue the revision could disenfranchise lakhs, particularly marginalized communities, due to strict citizenship documentation requirements within a short timeframe.
S. Jaishankar urged the international community to unite against terrorism, emphasizing zero tolerance and accountability. He inaugurated "The Human Cost of Terrorism" exhibition at the UN, showcasing global terror attacks, including the Pahalgam strike. Jaishankar called for exposing state-sponsored terrorism and highlighted the exhibition's tribute to victims, urging the UN to act decisively against this grave threat.
Businessman Gopal Khemka was murdered near Gandhi Maidan in Patna, mirroring the earlier killing of his son, BJP leader Gunjan Khemka, in 2018. Police are investigating the shooting, having recovered a bullet and shell from the scene. The incident has sparked political criticism, with RJD leaders condemning the government's handling of law and order.
A remote island chain in southern Japan has been rattled by over 900 earthquakes in two weeks, causing fear and sleeplessness among residents. While no major damage has been reported, the Japan Meteorological Agency cannot predict when the tremors will cease. Residents are advised to prepare for potential evacuation as seismic activity remains high, reminiscent of a similar earthquake wave last year.
Panjab University is implementing a strict anti-drug policy, requiring students to sign an undertaking to abstain from drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. Students must consent to random drug testing and face disciplinary action for violations. This initiative follows a University Grants Commission advisory and aims to create a safe, drug-free campus environment, prompted by a recent drug overdose incident.
Shubman Gill's record-breaking 269 against England at Edgbaston was followed by an emotional moment as he received a congratulatory message from his parents. The BCCI captured Gill's post-match routine, including recovery, media duties, and a warm welcome at the hotel. Gill acknowledged the importance of his father's guidance in his cricketing journey, while also humorously lamenting missing his triple century.
An Indian Naval ship, deployed in the Gulf of Oman, swiftly responded to a distress call from MT Yi Cheng 6, a Palau-flagged vessel with 14 Indian crew members. The ship experienced a major engine room fire and power failure while traveling from Kandla, India, to Shinas, Oman.
Apple is contemplating a significant change in its AI strategy by exploring partnerships with Anthropic or OpenAI to enhance Siri, potentially diminishing its reliance on in-house AI models. These discussions aim to integrate advanced language models like Claude or ChatGPT into Siri, running on Apple's cloud infrastructure while prioritizing user privacy.
The Quad nations have jointly denounced the Pahalgam terrorist attack, urging swift justice for the perpetrators and enhanced counterterrorism cooperation. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized India's right to defend against cross-border terrorism.