GE Aerospace delivered the fourth F404-IN20 engine to HAL for India’s Tejas Mk1A. HAL confirmed negotiations concluded for a follow-on order of 113 F404 engines, valued over $1 billion, expected to be signed in October. This deal, alongside F414 tech transfer talks, significantly boosts India’s defence indigenisation efforts.
Magnesium offers a natural, low-risk approach to managing menstrual cramps by relaxing muscles, reducing inflammation, and balancing hormones. Research indicates that magnesium supplementation, particularly when combined with vitamin B6, significantly lessens pain and PMS symptoms. Incorporating magnesium-rich foods also supports overall menstrual health, providing a valuable addition to pain management strategies.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra advised against preparing rank turner pitches for the upcoming Test series against West Indies, warning they could be counterproductive by reducing the competitive gap. He advocated for balanced surfaces that allow matches to progress naturally over four to five days, noting how extreme pitches have negatively impacted senior Indian batsmen’s…
Dulquer Salmaan’s “Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra” has emerged as the highest-grossing Malayalam film and a top female-led Indian cinema success, collecting Rs 148.85 crore. On its 35th day in theaters, it is poised to break Mohanlal’s record for the highest collection within Kerala, needing less than Rs 5 crore. A sequel has already been announced.
A fascinating study reveals urban wall lizards in Croatia are surprisingly social, forming stronger bonds than their solitary rural cousins. Limited city space forces these reptiles to swap hostility for tolerance, clustering in groups and developing social networks. This dramatic behavioural shift highlights how wildlife adapts to urbanisation, offering insights into species resilience and urban…
Ranbir Kapoor and Ayan Mukerji visited a Durga Puja pandal, marking their first Puja since the passing of Ayan’s father, veteran actor Deb Mukherjee, in March. Ranbir expressed missing Debu uncle and feeling his presence, highlighting the special power and auspiciousness of the event. He also greeted devotees and posed for paparazzi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi endorsed US President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, hailing it as a viable path to lasting stability for Palestinian and Israeli people. Trump, alongside Israeli PM Netanyahu, unveiled the initiative, proposing an immediate ceasefire and hostage release.
Three special teams have been formed to arrest TVK general secretary Bussy Anand and deputy general secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar following a stampede at a rally that killed 41. Police accuse them of mismanagement and deliberate delays, while the two leaders have sought anticipatory bail from the Madras High Court.
The US federal government shut down after President Trump and Congress failed to agree on a spending bill, marking the first shutdown since 2019. This critical dispute centers on Democrats’ demands for healthcare subsidies, affecting hundreds of thousands of federal workers and disrupting major services.
