SpaceX is gearing up for Starship's tenth test flight in early August, as confirmed by Elon Musk on July 14, 2025. Despite a recent upper-stage explosion and previous flight failures, the Super Heavy booster has shown promise. This mission aims to improve reusability and reliability, crucial for lunar missions, space station resupply, and Mars colonization.
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The Unique Identification Authority of India has issued an advisory. Parents must update biometrics for children aged seven. Failure to comply may lead to Aadhaar deactivation. UIDAI emphasizes the importance of accurate biometric data. They are sending SMS reminders to registered mobile numbers. Updates are free before age seven, then a fee applies. Timely action ensures continued Aadhaar validity.
During a Congress protest in Ashoknagar, MLA Sahab Singh Gurjar made a controversial statement, drawing criticism for sexism and insulting the third gender. His remarks, linking men's participation in war to eunuchs joining the Sangh, sparked outrage. The BJP strongly condemned Gurjar's statement, questioning if similar language would be used for absent Congress leaders and denouncing the protest as vulgar.
In a tragic incident in Pakistan's Balochistan province, nine individuals were fatally shot by rebels after being abducted from passenger buses. The victims were identified based on their Punjab origins, as revealed by their identity cards. The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLA) claimed responsibility for the attack, highlighting the ongoing insurgency and targeting of non-Baloch civilians.
A video showing cricketer Jitesh Sharma seemingly shouting at Dinesh Karthik during commentary went viral, prompting Karthik to clarify the situation on X, dismissing social media trolls. Karthik explained he invited Jitesh to the commentary box.
In Netflix's Quarterback Season 2, Julie Cousins shares the emotional impact of Kirk Cousins being benched for Michael Penix Jr. Despite the difficult news, Kirk displayed remarkable grace by calling Penix to congratulate him. This act of empathy resonated with fans, highlighting the Cousins' resilience and Kirk's exceptional character amidst a challenging transition within the Atlanta Falcons.
Dinesh Karthik speculated about Virat Kohli's potential attendance at the Lord's Test, citing Kohli's London residence and recent involvement with the Indian team. Sachin Tendulkar graced the occasion, ringing the bell and posing by his portrait. England won the toss and chose to bat against India, with Bumrah's return marking a key change. The series stands level at 1-1.
Prime Minister Modi nominated C Sadanandan Master, a victim of brutal political violence, to the Rajya Sabha. Sadanandan, whose legs were hacked off by CPM workers in 1994 for his RSS affiliation, exemplifies resilience. Despite the attack, he continued to advocate against violence and promote Hindutva.
India has achieved a significant milestone, with non-fossil fuel sources now constituting half of its 484.8 GW power generation capacity, five years ahead of its Paris Agreement target. Renewable energy, including large hydel projects, accounts for 234 GW, complemented by 8.7 GW of nuclear capacity.
PM Narendra Modi urged Brics nations to secure critical mineral and tech supply chains. He wants to prevent any single country from weaponizing these resources. This call happened amidst concerns about China's dominance. Modi also suggested strengthening the Brics New Development Bank. He emphasized responsible AI development and global standards for digital content authenticity.