Vidhi Kadam, a 19-year-old athlete and B.Com student, tragically died in Surat after her scooter collided with an SMC garbage van. The accident occurred while she was on her way to the gym. The van driver, who only possessed a learner's license, has been arrested. Vidhi was a promising athlete, holding records and with aspirations for state and national competitions.
Related news
Philadelphia's 2025 rookie class is already turning heads, with Willie Lampkin, Antwaun Powell-Ryland, and Andrew Mukuba earning spots on PFF's Preseason All-Rookie Team. Lampkin's potential on the offensive line, Powell-Ryland's pass-rushing prowess, and Mukuba's impactful plays in the secondary showcase the Eagles' focus on developing young talent. These rookies signal a promising future for Philadelphia.
Amid strengthening ties between India and Russia, Moscow is exploring potential investments to manufacture its Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jets in India. This development occurs as India seeks advanced air defense systems from Russia and navigates trade tensions with the United States, who is also offering its F-35 fighter jets.
A devastating landslide in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district has left seven members of a family feared dead after their house was flattened due to heavy rains in the Mahore area. Rescue operations are underway to locate the missing family, including the house owner, his wife, and their five minor sons.
Punjab is grappling with severe flooding, prompting Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to request Prime Minister Modi to release Rs 60,000 crore in pending state funds. The floods, triggered by heavy rains and dam water releases, have devastated seven districts, submerging farmland and impacting livelihoods. The state government has extended school closures and seeks revised disaster relief compensation norms for farmers.
Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh cautioned against hastily implementing theatre commands, advocating for an India-specific model. He proposed establishing a joint planning and coordination center in Delhi under the Chiefs of Staff Committee to prepare for future conflicts. Singh emphasized learning from Operation Sindoor's success, highlighting inter-service coordination.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accuses Rahul Gandhi of collaborating with George Soros and anti-India forces to destabilize the nation, calling it a dangerous path. Rijiju also criticized Gandhi's "vote chori" charge, referencing an apology from a CSDS psephologist for data errors, while Gandhi alleges PM Modi is attempting vote theft and betraying the youth.
A US court has ruled against Donald Trump's tariffs. The court says the tariffs are illegal. The ruling impacts duties on nations like India. India faces high tariffs on exports. India is exploring new markets. Trump plans to appeal to the Supreme Court. The court decision affects Trump's trade policies. The future of global trade is now uncertain.
Jagdeep Dhankhar, the former vice-president, has vacated VP Enclave and temporarily moved to a farmhouse in Chhatarpur owned by INLD chief Abhay Chautala, citing old family ties. The VP Enclave will be prepared for Dhankhar's successor, while the process to identify a retirement home for Dhankhar is underway, involving shortlisting and renovation of a suitable bungalow.
In response to US tariffs, India is targeting 40 key markets, including the UK and Japan, to boost textile exports. This diversification strategy aims to position India as a reliable supplier of sustainable textiles. Export Promotion Councils will lead the effort, leveraging FTAs and international trade fairs.
A 35-year-old sewadar, Yogendra Singh, tragically died at Kalkaji Temple in Delhi after being brutally attacked by a group of 10-15 visitors. The assault occurred following a dispute over the distribution of "Chunni Prasad," when Singh asked them to wait. The visitors, armed with iron rods and sticks, fatally injured Singh, leading to a murder investigation by Kalkaji police.