In Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, security forces neutralized three terrorists in an intense firefight near Dachigam National Park. The operation, dubbed "Operation Mahadev," follows reports linking the terrorists to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, where numerous tourists and a local resident were killed.
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Tensions flared ahead of the final India-England Test as Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir engaged in a heated exchange with Oval curator Lee Fortis. The disagreement arose from restrictions placed on the Indian team's access to the pitch, specifically regarding the distance they were allowed to stand and the curator's objections to their presence.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes AI is the "greatest technology equaliser," democratising programming and fostering creativity. He predicts AI will generate more millionaires in the next five years than the internet did in twenty. Huang also cautioned that individuals and nations must embrace AI to remain competitive, envisioning a future where every country operates both physical and digital factories.
A British F-35B Lightning II fighter jet, grounded in Thiruvananthapuram since June 14 due to a hydraulic system fault, is scheduled to depart on Tuesday. A joint UK-US team, including Royal Navy and Lockheed Martin personnel, completed extensive repairs after an initial attempt failed.
Jammu and Kashmir Congress leaders, including Tariq Hameed Karra, were detained by police during a planned "statehood march" in Jammu. The protest aimed to demand the restoration of J&K's statehood, revoked after the abrogation of Article 370. Undeterred, the party announced a 'Delhi Challo' program to protest at Parliament, supported by INDIA bloc MPs.
As India prepares for a crucial Test against England, former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has proposed his predicted XI, advocating for Sai Sudharsan's inclusion and questioning Karun Nair's position. Sidhu highlighted Sudharsan's strong domestic and IPL performances, emphasizing his technical skills. Despite Shubman Gill's support for Nair, the final team selection remains uncertain, with India aiming to level the series.
West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose sent back the Aparajita bill. The reason is objections from the central government. The Centre believes the bill proposes excessively harsh punishments for rape. The bill suggests life imprisonment or capital punishment for rape. The Centre also opposed removing stricter penalties for sexual assault of minors.
Production of Apple AirPods in India may face challenges. This is due to China's restrictions on rare earth metal exports. Foxconn's Telangana facility is facing limited availability of dysprosium. Foxconn has raised the supply shortage issue with the Telangana government. The government has escalated the matter to DPIIT. Foxconn is seeking help to get the end user certificate certified.
Japan's ruling LDP experienced setbacks in parliamentary elections as right-wing populist groups gained traction, potentially signaling a shift in the nation's political landscape. Sanseito, a populist party, saw significant growth by appealing to younger voters with nationalist messages and anti-globalist views. Despite the losses, Prime Minister Ishiba intends to remain in office, navigating challenges like US tariff threats.
Despite warnings of potential US sanctions, an Indian firm exported $1.4 million worth of HMX, a military-grade explosive, to Russia in December. India maintains its historical military and economic partnerships with Moscow whilst strengthening its alliance with the United States.