The arrest of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra for allegedly sharing military secrets with Pakistan has echoes of the Madhuri Gupta case. Gupta, an Indian diplomat in Islamabad, was arrested in 2010 for espionage. She was honey-trapped by Pakistani intelligence, passing sensitive information after being manipulated by promises of love.
Related news
Following heightened tensions and Operation Sindoor, Pakistan launched missile and drone attacks targeting Indian cities. The Indian Army, anticipating the threat, successfully intercepted these attacks, particularly safeguarding the Golden Temple from potential destruction. Modern air defence systems, including the indigenous AKASH missile system, played a crucial role in thwarting Pakistan's nefarious designs.
Following Turkey's support for Pakistan during a recent military conflict, Myntra and Ajio have reportedly stopped selling Turkish apparel brands. According to Reliance, this decision aligns with national sentiment, prompting reassessments of partnerships and the closure of Reliance's Turkey office. Traders' body CAIT has also called for a complete boycott of trade with Turkey and Azerbaijan, urging policy reviews and discouraging business engagements.
Foxconn is constructing a 300-acre campus in India, including dormitories for 30,000 workers. Despite Donald Trump's suggestion to avoid building in India, Apple plans to manufacture most iPhones for the US market there. The facility in Devanahalli, Karnataka, represents a $2.56 billion investment, with production targets set for 100,000 iPhones by December.
Yograj Singh voices apprehension over Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's potential Test retirements, emphasizing the necessity of their experience for the upcoming series against England. He urges them to reconsider, highlighting the importance of national pride and fan emotions. Yograj also calls on the BCCI to support players during tough times, referencing past instances of abrupt player dismissals.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has strongly criticized the Centre's Presidential reference regarding governors' powers, deeming it an attempt to undermine the Constitution and paralyze non-BJP state legislatures. He argues it subverts the Supreme Court's settled position on governors' roles and accuses the BJP of using governors to weaken democratically elected state governments.
Shashi Tharoor's strong defence of the Modi government's response to Pakistan post the Pahalgam attack has stirred debate within the Congress party. While praising the armed forces, the Congress questioned the government's ceasefire decision, especially after Trump's mediation claims. Tharoor defended the government, dismissing Trump's credit-seeking and emphasizing India's firm stance against Pakistan.
Rishabh Pant conceded that Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) IPL 2025 playoff hopes were dashed due to their inability to compensate for key bowlers' injuries. LSG's bowling unit struggled throughout the season, impacting their performance. Despite batting strength, they couldn't maintain momentum in the second half, while young spinner Digvesh Rathi's emergence was a positive takeaway.
Jayant Narlikar, the esteemed astrophysicist and founder of IUCAA, died in Pune on Tuesday. Born in 1938, he studied at Cambridge and later contributed significantly to cosmology, advocating alternative models to the Big Bang theory. Narlikar was also a celebrated science communicator and author, survived by his three daughters, all scientists, following the passing of his wife in 2023.
Elon Musk pointed out that the US government might be wasting millions on inactive phone lines. A Department of Government Efficiency post revealed many unused phone lines at a federal agency. The agency cancelled the lines, saving money. This suggests a larger waste across the government. Legacy landline usage is declining. The FCC repealed regulations requiring copper landlines.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old prodigy, propelled Rajasthan Royals to a six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings in their final IPL 2025 match. Suryavanshi's explosive 57 off 33 balls, coupled with Sanju Samson's 41, ensured RR chased down CSK's 188 with ease. While RR finished ninth, the playoff race intensifies with Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals battling for the final spot.