India has successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in Andhra Pradesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the achievement, emphasizing the Indian industry's readiness to produce critical defence technologies.
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Rute Cardoso, wife of the late Liverpool star Diogo Jota, shared poignant wedding photos marking their first month together, weeks after his tragic death. Jota, 28, died in a car accident in Spain. Liverpool will retire his number 20 shirt as a tribute, a first in the club's history.
In Balasore, a B.Ed student's self-immolation case has taken a turn as her friend alleges the HoD threatened to fail her for not complying with demands. The friend also accused the Principal of provoking the victim, leading to her tragic death after a protest against the HoD.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is seemingly shifting towards a 'soft Hindutva' approach ahead of the 2026 elections. Following BJP's perceived consolidation of Hindu votes, Banerjee announced the 'Durga Angan' project, a year-round temple complex. This move, along with the Jagannath Dham inauguration, aims to counter BJP's religious narrative.
Kiren Rijiju responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy. Rijiju accused Gandhi of speaking against the nation and using the language of Pakistan. He defended the Prime Minister's foreign policy decisions. Rijiju also mentioned upcoming Parliament session. He said that the government is open to discussion.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the CETA agreement will significantly improve market access for Indian textiles, seafood, and engineering goods in the UK, benefiting India's youth and MSME sector. The agreement will also make UK medical devices and aerospace components more accessible in India. Furthermore, the Double Contribution Convention will ease the burden on Indian employees working temporarily in the UK.
Team India might hand debut to fast bowler Anshul Kamboj in the crucial fourth Test against England at Old Trafford. Kamboj practiced under the watchful eyes of coach Gautam Gambhir and Morne Morkel during Monday's net session. With Arshdeep Singh injured and Akash Deep potentially unfit, Kamboj could fill the void in India's depleted pace attack for this must-win match.
The Supreme Court has directed a special committee to review the film 'Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder' following objections to its release. Petitioners argue the film vilifies Muslims, prejudices the ongoing trial, and endangers the accused. The court has also ordered police protection for the film's producer and his son, who have received death threats.
Nvidia's market dominance in AI chips faces challenges from competitors and clients developing custom silicon. While Nvidia's valuation soared, Microsoft, fueled by Azure's growth and OpenAI investment, is poised to reach a $4.5 trillion market cap. Analysts suggest Microsoft presents a more favorable investment opportunity due to its growth potential and strategic positioning in cloud computing and enterprise software.
A preliminary report by the AAIB reveals that a helicopter crash near Gangnani, Uttarakhand, on May 8, 2025, resulted in six fatalities. The BELL 407 helicopter, operated by Aerotrans Services, crashed while attempting an emergency landing after descending from its assigned altitude. The main rotor struck a fiber cable, leading to the accident that killed five pilgrims and the pilot.