The US Department of Energy has granted regulatory clearance for Holtec International to transfer small modular reactor technology to India, partnering with Indian firms. This approval marks significant progress in the Indo-US Civil Nuclear Agreement, potentially leading to the construction of US-designed nuclear reactors in India.
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In a tragic incident, Kaustubh Gunbote and Santosh Jagdale were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam, leaving their families and community in grief. Sangita Gunbote recounted the horrifying moments, including their desperate attempt to appear Muslim to avoid being targeted.
Madrassas under the Uttarakhand Waqf Board will introduce Ramayan teachings and Sanskrit in their curriculum from the next academic year starting in March or April. Ex-defence personnel will be hired as physical education instructors. The initiative aims to modernize education and foster nationalism, starting with four madrassas and expanding to all 117 managed by the Waqf Board eventually.
Justice Joymalya Bagchi of Calcutta High Court has been appointed to the Supreme Court by the President. He is scheduled to become the Chief Justice of India on May 26, 2031. Justice Bagchi is the second judge from Calcutta HC to rise to the top post in 40 years after Justice Altamas Kabir.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces that NHS England will be abolished, placing the NHS back under direct government control to cut bureaucracy and eliminate duplication. The decision aims to redirect funds to frontline services and bring NHS oversight back to politicians.
Aman Jaiswal's untimely death left fans and co-stars devastated. Hritik Yadav, his colleague from Dhartiputra Nandini, detailed the accident and futile medical efforts to save Aman. He expressed deep sorrow about Aman's young age and the unimaginable loss for his family.
The Supreme Court of India has directed the National Medical Commission to revise its outdated 'both hands intact' requirement for MBBS aspirants, describing it as ableist. The court emphasized functional assessment of candidates and urged NMC to consider clinical accommodations and assistive technologies, ensuring equal opportunities for persons with disabilities to pursue medical courses.
Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in green in trade on Wednesday. While BSE Sensex moved up over 200 points, Nifty50 went above 23,300.
India voted with 158 other countries at the UN General Assembly for resolutions demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and access to humanitarian aid. The assembly also supported the UN agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA), despite Israel's ban on its operations, urging Israel to respect international law and allow aid delivery.
John Cena emerged victorious in the Men's Elimination Chamber match, overcoming strong competition from Drew McIntyre, Seth Rollins, Damian Priest, Logan Paul, and CM Punk. The match witnessed intense action, shocking eliminations, and an unexpected alliance between Cena and Punk. Cena's grit and determination led him to secure the win in the climactic battle.