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J&K rains: Two teachers washed away in flash floods in Ramban; Amarnath Yatra suspended
Tragedy struck in Jammu’s Ramban district as flash floods claimed the lives of two government teachers from Udhampur, prompting school closures in Poonch and Rajouri. The teachers were caught in the deluge while attending a training session.
Winnipeg Jets signs defenceman Dylan Samberg to a 3-year contract deal
Dylan Samberg and the Winnipeg Jets have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth US$5.75 million annually, avoiding salary arbitration. The 26-year-old defenseman, drafted by the Jets in 2017, has played his entire professional career in Winnipeg. Samberg recorded career-best numbers last season and will remain with the team for three more years.
Hyderabad Zoo is home to 12 White Bengal Tigers: India’s Second-Largest White Tiger Conservation Program
Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad is a prominent conservation center, home to 12 rare white Bengal tigers. The zoo employs scientific breeding protocols, including cross-breeding with orange tigers and studbook management, to maintain genetic diversity and avoid inbreeding-related health issues. The park also focuses on public education to dispel myths and promote responsible wildlife management.
Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs: Where does that leave India-US trade deal talks? What to expect
US President Trump’s imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian goods has cast a shadow on ongoing trade negotiations. Despite recent optimism about a potential deal, Trump’s move appears to be a pressure tactic, fueled by frustrations over India’s stance on agriculture, dairy sectors, and its continued reliance on Russian energy and arms.