Afghanistan experienced a magnitude 4.2 earthquake on Monday, marking the fourth seismic event in four days, according to the National Center for Seismology. The quake, striking at a depth of 140 kilometers, follows a magnitude 4.5 earthquake on Sunday and two others earlier in the week.
Related news
To combat rising health issues among students, the CBSE has introduced 'Sugar Boards' in Indian schools. These visually engaging displays will educate children about the dangers of excessive sugar intake, highlighting the sugar content in common snacks and healthier alternatives. Schools are also encouraged to conduct workshops and health checkups.
The Supreme Court addresses poorly drafted arbitration clauses. These clauses cause lengthy legal battles. The court says those responsible should face penalties. Judges should reject unclear clauses immediately. A dispute between Municipal Corporation of Delhi and contractors lasted a decade. The court emphasizes the need for precise and clear arbitration clauses. Ambiguity in agreements is a serious concern.
Donald Trump justified accepting a Boeing 747 from Qatar. He said it would serve as a temporary Air Force One. The gift would save taxpayer money. Trump highlighted delays in the delivery of new Boeings. He contrasted the current Air Force One with those of other nations. He saw no reason to refuse a gift benefiting the United States.
BYJU'S founder, Byju Raveendran, regrets securing a $1.2 billion term loan in 2021, citing it as a key factor in the company's current financial struggles despite having other equity options. While acknowledging missteps in rapid global expansion and a missed opportunity with WhiteHat Jr., Raveendran considers the acquisition of Aakash Educational Services a success.
Rajasthan Royals capped off their IPL 2025 season with a commanding six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Despite a brief middle-overs wobble, brilliant half-century from Vaibhav Suryavanshi and a blistering finish from Dhruv Jurel, coupled with a disciplined bowling effort led by Akash Madhwal, ensured the Royals chased down 188 with 17 balls to spare, ending their campaign on a high.
Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in red on Monday. While Nifty50 was near 25,000, BSE Sensex was above 82,200.
Rohit Sharma was honoured at Wankhede Stadium with the inauguration of the 'Rohit Sharma Stand.' The event highlighted his cricketing achievements and his deep family values, particularly his affection for his parents. Sharma expressed gratitude to his family and supporters, acknowledging their sacrifices. The Mumbai Indians squad attended the ceremony, which also honored Ajit Wadekar, Sharad Pawar, and Amol Kale.
Rajasthan Royals' pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi is facing a tough IPL 2025 season, having gone wicketless in 17 overs across four matches, conceding 210 runs. Despite his recent struggles, he was previously a top T20 wicket-taker and excelled in the 2024 T20 World Cup.
ISRO's PSLV-C61 mission faced a setback as the launch of Earth Observation Satellite EOS-09 failed due to a technical anomaly in the third stage. The mission, intended to place EOS-09 in a Sun Synchronous Polar Orbit for high-resolution imaging, encountered the issue after normal performance in the initial stages. Analysis is underway to determine the cause.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers protested near Modi Flour Mills in Okhla, responding to Prime Minister Modi's firm stance on Pakistan. The demonstration, captured on video, featured a banner criticizing Modi's approach to PoK. This followed India's precision strikes after the Pahalgam terror attack, where Modi declared talks would only address terrorism and PoK, emphasizing India's strength and resolve.