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Mirabai Chanu won India's first gold medal at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 with record-breaking lifts. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and BJP MP Anurag Thakur congratulated the Olympic medallist on completing a historic hat-trick of Commonwealth Games gold medals

Addressing the online debate surrounding two National Award wins, Dhanush finally breaks his silence and hits back at the critics with an iconic Ajith Kumar dialogue. Read to know more.

OpenAI is exploring deeper ChatGPT integrations for smart glasses and wearables. President Greg Brockman says the company wants its AI interface available across devices as it works towards assistants that could reduce the need for typing, clicking and opening apps.

While 3nm chips use FinFET architecture, 2nm processors upgrade to Gate-All-Around nanosheets. This redesign boosts speed by 15 per cent and reduces power consumption by 30 per cent. However, 2nm wafer costs have surged to a massive USD 30,000.

Nandan Nilekani’s most significant contribution came in 2009 when then-PM Manmohan Singh invited him to head the Unique Identification Authority of India. As UIDAI chief, Nilekani led the creation and implementation of Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric identity programme.

This comes after US stopped attacks on Iran after nearly two weeks of sustained military operations. Since the last two days there has been no US military strikes on Iran.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a high-level task force led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms for India's examination system. The panel will submit recommendations aimed at strengthening transparency and efficiency in national exams. Meanwhile, global tensions continue to rise. An oil tanker reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after hitting a sea mine, while Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have downed a Saudi drone. Lebanon accused Israel of obstructing troop deployment in the south, and the UN chief called for the immediate removal of sanctions on Syria. Ukraine and Russia exchanged fresh attacks, Romania summoned Russia's ambassador after shooting down another drone, China witnessed deadly flash floods, and Australia vowed to challenge proposed US tariffs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the latest edition of Mann Ki Baat, highlighted India's achievements in defence, space, sports, and environmental conservation. He praised the commissioning of INS Mahendragiri, advances in missile systems, growing defence exports, and the successful private-sector launch of the Vikram-1 rocket. The Prime Minister also reviewed the flood situation in Assam, assuring full central support for ongoing rescue and relief efforts. Meanwhile, former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing his age and health.

Violence has surged once again in the occupied West Bank after Palestinian officials accused Israeli settlers of setting fire to two mosques and vandalizing buildings in the village of Qusra. The Israeli military says troops were deployed to the area and confirmed evidence of arson and graffiti, though the suspects had already fled.

Mirabai Chanu wins India's first gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, breaking the Games record with a total lift of 190 kg to secure her third consecutive Commonwealth title

Twenty-seven years after the Kargil War, India commemorates Kargil Vijay Diwas, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who reclaimed every inch of Indian territory during Operation Vijay. The special report traces India's military journey from the icy heights of Kargil to the modern battlefield, highlighting the evolution of the country's defence strategy. The report also explores how India's response to cross-border terrorism has changed over the years, culminating in Operation Sindoor, while showcasing the country's growing focus on Atmanirbhar Bharat, indigenous defence production, rising defence exports, and military modernization.

Iran has warned that any renewed US military strikes, especially alongside Israel, could trigger a wider regional conflict across West Asia. The warning comes ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington, as tensions continue to rise. Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities in Jazan and Yanbu, threatening key global energy routes. The conflict has raised concerns over the security of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and global oil supplies, while Iran insists that diplomacy—not military escalation is the only path forward.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with a brilliant 81 while Mayank Yadav led India's bowling attack in a 35-run win over Zimbabwe, sealing a dominant 3-0 T20I series sweep in Harare

Europe is battling one of its worst wildfire emergencies in years as massive blazes continue to spread across Spain and France. More than 300,000 people have been evacuated, with Spain declaring a nationwide emergency and France carrying out one of its largest evacuation operations since World War II. Thousands of firefighters, military emergency units, helicopters, and water-bombing aircraft are working around the clock to contain the rapidly spreading infernos fueled by extreme heat, dry vegetation, and unpredictable winds. In Spain, wildfires have forced tens of thousands to flee near Madrid, Valencia, and surrounding regions, while France has evacuated hundreds of thousands as flames threaten major cities and communities.

Formula One confirms the Bahrain Grand Prix will be held at Malaysia's Sepang Circuit in October 2026 after its cancellation due to the Middle East conflict. Qatar and Abu Dhabi races remain under review amid regional uncertainty

PM Narendra Modi said the examination system in the country needs to be reliable and transparent and must make maximum use of technology. He announced the setting up of a high-powered task force under the leadership of the world-renowned technology expert Nandan Nilekani.

West Asia's security landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation following the Iran conflict. Saudi Arabia is advancing its civilian nuclear ambitions, Turkey is seeking to rejoin the F-35 fighter jet program, and regional powers are rapidly reassessing their military strategies and deterrence capabilities. The shifting balance of power has reignited concerns about a possible regional arms race. While Saudi Arabia deepens its strategic ties with the United States and maintains close defense cooperation with Pakistan, Turkey is pushing to regain access to fifth-generation stealth fighters. Meanwhile, Israel continues to maintain one of the region's most advanced militaries under its long-standing policy of nuclear ambiguity.

The incident comes after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday said that three oil tankers attempted to use an unauthorised southern route through the Strait of Hormuz.

India continues to battle relentless monsoon rains as severe flooding disrupts normal life across several states. In Assam, the flood death toll has risen to 66, with more than 6.5 lakh people affected across 10 districts. Hundreds of villages remain submerged, thousands of hectares of farmland have been damaged, and rescue operations are continuing with the Indian Air Force airlifting and airdropping relief supplies. Gujarat has also witnessed widespread flooding after receiving significantly higher rainfall than last year. More than 42,000 people have been shifted to safer locations as authorities remain on high alert. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has directed officials to begin sanitation drives and damage assessments as floodwaters recede.