Young India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal equaled Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag as the joint-fastest Indian to 2,000 Test runs, achieving the milestone in his 40th innings during the second Test against England. He also became the fastest Indian to the mark in terms of matches played, reaching it in 21 Tests.
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is embarking on a Rs 45 crore project to conserve Gandhian heritage sites in Wardha, Maharashtra. Collaborating with MGIRI, the 18-month initiative aims to restore Gandhi Smriti Bhavan, Kasturba Kitchen, and Wardha Haat.
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) convened a three-day meeting in Delhi to discuss the potential role of its members in emergencies, including war-like scenarios and civil defense exercises. Discussions also addressed concerns regarding alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh and Bengal. The meeting involved reviewing organizational progress and planning for the centenary celebrations.
During Operation Sindoor, India faced a complex challenge with Pakistan, actively supported by China and Turkiye, according to a top Army officer. China provided Pakistan with real-time satellite intelligence on Indian military movements. Pakistan used Chinese weaponry, while Turkiye supplied drones. The conflict highlighted the need for improved C4ISR, air defense, and civil-military fusion.
Manipur is set to close approximately 350 relief camps housing those displaced by the ethnic violence that began in May 2023. The state government plans a three-phase rehabilitation program, starting this month, offering financial aid. Around 7,000-8,000 people whose houses were destroyed will receive Rs 3 lakh each to rebuild.
Addressing the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, PM Modi highlighted the shared roots in Bihar, particularly referencing PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar as "Bihar ki beti." He acknowledged the hardships faced by indentured laborers and praised their enduring faith, especially their devotion to Lord Ram.
Panjab University is implementing a strict anti-drug policy, requiring students to sign an undertaking to abstain from drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. Students must consent to random drug testing and face disciplinary action for violations. This initiative follows a University Grants Commission advisory and aims to create a safe, drug-free campus environment, prompted by a recent drug overdose incident.
The ED has seized Rs 34 crore worth of properties linked to Kannada actress Ranya Rao and associates in a gold smuggling and money laundering case. This follows searches at premises connected to Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara, after Rao claimed association with him.
Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has urged making J&K a dry state like Gujarat, opposing the opening of more liquor shops. He argues it contradicts Islamic values and fuels addiction, especially among youth. Despite rising alcohol sales linked to increased tourism post-Article 370 abrogation, Mirwaiz insists J&K thrived as a tourist destination for centuries without promoting liquor.
Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers star, boasts an impressive car collection of 13 vehicles, showcasing his passion second only to basketball. His garages in Slovenia and the U.S. reveal a fondness for red cars, including a Ferrari 812 Superfast. Among his prized possessions are vintage classics like a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro and a 1967 Ford Bronco.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board’s Yatri Niwas Complex in Baltal, reporting that over 20,000 devotees have already completed the pilgrimage. The third group of 6,411 pilgrims departed from Jammu for the Himalayan shrine as the Yatra proceeds smoothly along both Pahalgam and Baltal routes under tight security.
Air India Express faced DGCA scrutiny for allegedly falsifying compliance documents related to Airbus A320 engine maintenance, following a European Union Aviation Safety Agency directive. The airline reportedly missed deadlines for replacing critical engine components, prompting internal disciplinary actions.
Amazon has reached a milestone by deploying one million robots across its facilities and introducing "DeepFleet," a new AI model to optimize robot fleet efficiency. This move aims to reduce travel time and enhance delivery speeds. While Amazon emphasizes robots working alongside humans and creating new roles, CEO Andy Jassy acknowledges potential workforce reduction due to increased automation.
A BJP feud surfaces in flood-hit Himachal Pradesh as MP Kangana Ranaut claims Jairam Thakur advised her to delay visiting Mandi due to connectivity issues, contradicting his earlier criticism of her absence. Chief Minister Sukhu seized on the apparent discord between the two leaders. The state government announced relief measures for affected families, including rental assistance and food supplies.
