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25 Jul

Commonwealth Games 2026: Jhandu Kumar Bags India’s First Medal With Heavyweight Para Powerlifting Bronze

Banasree SarkarSports

India’s Jhandu Kumar delivered a memorable performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow by securing the bronze medal in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting competition. Meanwhile, Ashok Malik narrowly missed a podium finish after ending his lightweight event in fourth place despite lifting an impressive 200kg. Jhandu Kumar added another medal to India’s tally with his strong showing in the heavyweight category. Competing in a two-group format, the Indian lifter dominated Group B with a score of 130.9 points. He finished comfortably ahead of Uganda’s Dennis Mbaziira, who scored 114.1 points, and Australia’s Ben Wright, who managed 110.9 points, earning his place among the medal contenders. In the overall rankings, Nigeria’s Riluwan Idris claimed the gold medal after registering the highest score of 132.8 points. England’s Matthew Harding secured silver with 131.0 points, while Jhandu Kumar’s…

25 Jul

Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation Sparks Political Debate Across India

Banasree SarkarNation

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union Cabinet to protect students' interests, maintain national unity, and prevent unrest from being exploited by "anti-national elements." In a public letter, he highlighted his 40 years of experience in education and reaffirmed the importance of a strong, inclusive, and transparent education system for national strength. On the NEET-UG examination irregularities reported on May 3rd, the Central Government swiftly responded by referring the matter to the CBI and canceling the exam for a new one. Starting next year, the exam will switch to a CBT mode to enhance transparency. The government plans…

25 Jul

Droupadi Murmu Stresses Cultural Collaboration and AI Partnership in Romania

Banasree SarkarNational

President Droupadi Murmu was awarded an honorary doctorate by the Bucharest University of Economic Studies during her visit to Romania, recognizing her contributions to public life, education, and India-Romania relations. In her acceptance speech, she emphasized the transformative power of education in fostering equality and inclusivity, attributing her own rise to education and highlighting its role in building a better society. Murmu emphasized the need for universities to align technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence, with ethical values and human compassion. She also remarked on the historical ties between India and Romania and advocated for enhanced collaboration in higher education…

25 Jul

SpaceX Executes 13th Starship Test Flight from Texas, Achieving First In-Space Satellite Deployment

anuprovaBusiness

SpaceX successfully launched its 13th integrated test flight of the massive Starship rocket system from its Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, achieving major technological milestones despite a partial anomaly during booster recovery. Powered by 33 Raptor engines, the world's largest launch vehicle lifted off on a suborbital path after previous countdown attempts were delayed by engine ignition issues and adverse weather. During coast phase in space, the upper stage deployed a batch of 20 next-generation Starlink Version 3 satellites—marking Starship's first operational payload delivery demonstration. Following stage separation, the Super Heavy first-stage booster experienced a hard splashdown in the…

25 Jul

DNGC, NESO Ink Pact for Industry Collaboration

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Dera Natung Government College (DNGC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NESO Fugensus Pvt Ltd to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and create better opportunities for students through internships, entrepreneurship, skill development and sustainable agriculture initiatives.The agreement, signed on Friday, aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical industry experience while preparing students for employment and entrepreneurial careers. The MoU was signed by DNGC Principal Dr M.Q. Khan and NESO Fugensus Pvt Ltd Director Nima Sona in the presence of representatives from both organisations.The partnership has been signed for an initial period of five years and can be…

24 Jul

Monyul FC Crowned Arunachal Women’s League Champions; Yumlam Lali Named Player of the League

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

Monyul Football Club were crowned champions of the the Arunachal Women's League - 2026 at the Golden Jubilee Outdoor Stadium in Yupia on Thursday.Monyul FC remained unbeaten, winning all their 4 matches and topping the points table with 12 points in the championship.Kurung Kumey District Football Association (DFA) finished second and secured the Runner Up position.Yumlam Lali of Kurung Kumey DFA bagged the 'Player of the League' award for her outstanding performance during the championship.Puja Pachi of Monyul FC secured the 'Top Scorer' award. She scored a total of 15 goals.Yameh Tapen also from Monyul FC was awarded the 'Best…

24 Jul

Gold Heads for Weekly Gain as Middle East Hostilities Fuel Safe-Haven Demand Amid Federal Reserve Rate Uncertainty

anuprovaBusiness

Gold prices held on track for a weekly gain as ongoing military conflict in the Middle East sustained demand for safe-haven assets, even as volatile crude oil prices created uncertainty around the U.S. Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. Spot gold traded higher around $4,059 per ounce, supported by persistent geopolitical friction following U.S. strikes on Iranian targets and Houthi-linked threats to Red Sea energy shipping lanes. The geopolitical strain briefly propelled Brent crude above $100 a barrel, renewing fears that elevated energy costs could reignite inflationary pressures and compel the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates higher for longer or…

24 Jul

Nestlé India reports strong Q1 with 25.4% sales growth, profit jumps 47.9%

Business BureauBusiness

Nestlé India posted a robust performance for the first quarter of FY2026-27, reporting a 25.4% increase in total sales to ₹6,363.3 crore, driven by strong volume growth across all four product groups. Profit After Tax (PAT) surged 47.9% year-on-year to ₹975.1 crore, while the company maintained a healthy EBITDA margin of 24.2%, supported by accelerated cost savings and over 40% higher advertising investments. Exports grew 35.6% despite geopolitical headwinds, while earnings per share stood at ₹5.06. Chairman and Managing Director Manish Tiwary attributed the performance to sustained consumer trust, execution excellence and broad-based demand across channels. The quarter saw the…

24 Jul

Landslide Causes Rail Service Delays on NFR’s Key Hill Section

Banasree SarkarAssam

The landslide triggered by heavy rainfall has disrupted train services at New Harangajao Railway Station on the Lumding-Badarpur line in Assam. The incident occurred on the night of July 23, damaging approximately 200 meters of both railway tracks, rendering them unfit for train operations. Due to safety concerns, trains are currently not operating on Lines 1 and 2. Line 3 is operational but restricted to 10 kmph, causing delays for passenger and freight services. The Northeast Frontier Railway is prioritizing restoration work to repair the damaged tracks and resume normal operations swiftly, with senior officials overseeing the repairs. All efforts…

24 Jul

Ancient Dimasa Coin Hoard Found in Semkhor Offers New Insights into Kingdom’s Legacy

Banasree SarkarNation

A collection of 197 ancient Dimasa coins, believed to originate from the reign of King Indra Pratap Narayan, has been discovered in Semkhor, a historic village in Dima Hasao district. Unearthed by a local woman while cultivating land, the coins were found in an earthen pot, suggesting they were intentionally buried centuries ago, marking a significant development in the region's historical heritage. Semkhor, one of the oldest Dimasa settlements in Dima Hasao, derives its name from the Dimasa words for salt and well, reflecting its historical significance linked to elite soldiers protecting a natural salt well. Recently, a woman returned…