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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the anniversary of the Pahalgam attack: India is steadfast and uncompromising against terrorism
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the anniversary of the Pahalgam attack: India is steadfast and uncompromising against terrorism

Today marks the first anniversary of the April 22, 2025, terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The wounds of the hellish violence that struck the peaceful nature of the valley on this dark day last year are still deep in the hearts of the people of the country. Today, on this sad day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his deepest tributes to the victims and reassured the people of the country. In a message on social media, he made it clear that terrorism is a curse of humanity and India will never bow to this evil force. He recalled that India has been going through a difficult test in the past year, but the unwavering unity of the people of the country and the courage of the security forces have foiled all the plots of the terrorists. The Prime Minister has made it clear that there will be no ch...
Tripura’s Forests Yield New Gecko Species Discovery
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Tripura’s Forests Yield New Gecko Species Discovery

A team of Indian researchers from Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram has discovered a new species of bent-toed gecko, Cyrtodactylus jayadityai, in the lowland forests of North Tripura. The finding, published in the European Journal of Taxonomy on April 14, marks a significant addition to India’s reptile diversity. The species was identified using an integrative approach combining morphological, statistical, and molecular analyses. Researchers confirmed it as distinct from its closest relative, Cyrtodactylus tripuraensis, with a genetic divergence of 4.7–5.2% in the mitochondrial ND2 gene. With this discovery, the number of Cyrtodactylus species in Northeast India has increased to 31, reinforcing the region’s importance within the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. The new species...
Bihar Gets First BJP CM as Samrat Choudhary Sworn In
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Bihar Gets First BJP CM as Samrat Choudhary Sworn In

On April 15, 2026, the swearing-in ceremony of Samrat Choudhary, the first Chief Minister of Bihar from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was held at Lok Bhawan, Patna, by Governor Syed Ata Hasnain, during which JD(U) leaders Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav took their oaths as Deputy Chief Ministers. At the time of Mr. Choudhary's appointment, he had just been elected as the leader of the BJP and NDA Legislature Parties the previous day, following considerable suspense surrounding the process of selection. This change of government occurred just after Nitish Kumar resigned as Chief Minister, after holding that office for an extended period, and was elected to the Rajya Sabha the prior week. The political climate in the state of Bihar is fast changing due to the significant ...
Mission Success: Artemis II Crew Makes Historic Splashdown in the Pacific After Breaking Lunar Records
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Mission Success: Artemis II Crew Makes Historic Splashdown in the Pacific After Breaking Lunar Records

In a flawless conclusion to a mission that has captivated the globe, NASA’s Orion spacecraft, named Integrity, successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego on Friday evening. The return marked the first time in over 50 years that humans have journeyed to the Moon and safely returned, signaling a triumphant milestone for the Artemis program. On board were NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, along with Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen. Their nearly 10-day voyage took them farther from Earth than any human in history—reaching a staggering distance of 252,756 miles (406,771 km) and surpassing the previous record held by the Apollo 13 crew. The mission served as a critical validation of the spacecraft’s life-support and na...
The Vulnerability of Perfection: Did an F-35 Fall Victim to a Low-Tech Trap Over Iran?
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The Vulnerability of Perfection: Did an F-35 Fall Victim to a Low-Tech Trap Over Iran?

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the global defense community, unconfirmed reports suggest that a Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II—the world’s most advanced stealth fighter—may have been intercepted or downed during a high-stakes reconnaissance mission over Iranian airspace. While the Pentagon has yet to officially confirm the loss of the airframe, leaked intelligence and local footage indicate that the "invisible" jet may have fallen victim to an ingeniously simple, low-tech countermeasure that exploited the very technology designed to make it invincible. Military analysts are calling this a classic case of a "high-tech solution backfiring against a low-tech problem," as Iran appears to have utilized a decentralized network of passive acoustic sensors and VHF-r...
Piped Dreams: Why Infrastructure Gaps Leave PNG Unable to Solve the LPG Crisis
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Piped Dreams: Why Infrastructure Gaps Leave PNG Unable to Solve the LPG Crisis

As global energy supply chains buckle under the weight of West Asia’s escalating conflicts, millions of Indian households find themselves caught in a tightening LPG squeeze. While the government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritize domestic fuel, a persistent question lingers: Why can’t Piped Natural Gas (PNG) simply step in to fill the void? Despite the promise of "uninterrupted supply," the transition from cylinders to pipelines is currently more of a pipe dream than a quick fix for the nation's 33 crore gas connections. The primary hurdle is a massive infrastructure deficit. Unlike LPG, which is highly portable and can be delivered via truck to the remotest corners of the country, PNG requires a sprawling, permanent network of underground pipelines. Currently, thi...
Meghalaya Sends 25 Young Leaders to Delhi for Viksit Bharat Dialogue
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Meghalaya Sends 25 Young Leaders to Delhi for Viksit Bharat Dialogue

Twenty-five youth representatives from Meghalaya are set to participate in the Viksit Bharat Young Leader Dialogue 2026, part of the 29th National Youth Festival, occurring at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from January 9 to 12, 2026. These participants were selected from nearly 50 lakh entries, highlighting the state's talent and leadership potential. A significant moment will occur on January 11, 2026, when they will engage with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a vital step in their leadership journey. D.D. Shira, Director of Sports and Youth Affairs in Meghalaya, emphasized that Viksit Bharat addresses themes like Youth and Democracy, Governance in a Developed India, and Women-led Democracy, while detailing the event's itinerary. Additionally, Meghalaya proudly features two innovator...
Tata Investment Corporation Shares rose 12% to Hit 52-Week High: Reasons for Today’s Rise
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Tata Investment Corporation Shares rose 12% to Hit 52-Week High: Reasons for Today’s Rise

Shares of Tata Investment Corporation Limited (TICL) rose 11.5% to a 52-week high of ₹8,125 per share on Tuesday, September 23. The company has received shareholder approval for the stock split, or subdivision of shares, it had previously announced. The investment company has approved splitting each fully paid-up equity share of ₹10 face value into 10 fully paid-up equity shares of ₹1 face value each. The company has set the "record date" for this corporate action as Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Tata Investment Corporation said in a regulatory filing after market hours on September 22, "...we wish to inform you that the Company has fixed Tuesday, October 14, 2025, as the 'Record Date' for the purpose of determining the eligibility of shareholders to split their existing 1 (one) equity...
Guar seed futures prices gain on spot demand
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Guar seed futures prices gain on spot demand

New Delhi: Guar seed prices rose by Rs 11 to Rs 5,042 per quintal in futures trade on Monday as speculators increased their positions amid a firm trend in the spot market. Guar seed contracts for October delivery on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) rose by Rs 11, or 0.22 percent, to Rs 5,042 per quintal, with a turnover of 49,745 lots. According to market sources, guar seed prices rose due to speculators increasing their positions, a firm trend in the spot market, and lower supplies from producing regions.
Amazon’s micro-fulfillment centers to upgrade triple by December
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Amazon’s micro-fulfillment centers to upgrade triple by December

Amazon plans to expand its network of micro-fulfillment centers in India from 100 to 300 by the end of 2025, reflecting the global e-commerce giant's move toward accelerated commerce. These small facilities, operating in cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai, are designed to expedite the delivery of daily essentials and high-demand items. They are comparable to dark stores operated by major e-commerce companies like Swiggy Instamart and Eternal's Blinkit. The company stated that this expansion is part of a ₹2,000 crore investment planned for India this year. "We have invested ₹2,000 crore throughout the year to improve infrastructure to provide our sellers with more opportunities to bring their inventory and offer the best to customers," said Karan Chugh, Director of Operations, ...