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President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Sunita Williams and her team on their safe return, calling their journey a tale of courage and perseverance. Williams and Butch Wilmore spent 286 days in space, far beyond the planned mission. Calling Williams “India’s daughter,” she hailed their dedication and teamwork, wishing them good health.
Record greenhouse gas levels drove 2024 temperatures to an all-time high, melting glaciers, raising sea levels, and worsening extreme weather, the UN’s WMO reported. Global temperatures hit 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels, nearing the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C limit, with ocean heat and climate disasters surging worldwide.
Telangana Finance Minister Bhatti has kickstarted the state budget presentation in the legislative assembly. While last year’s budget was Rs.2.9 lakh crore, the current budget is expected to be over Rs.3 lakh crore. Click the button above to watch the budget live streaming. For more details, stay tuned to HIT TV.
Residents of Jhulasan, Gujarat, celebrated NASA astronaut Sunita Williams’ safe return with aarti and prayers on Wednesday after her 9-month space mission. Festivities followed, bringing back Williams and Crew-9 members. Earlier, her cousin Dinesh Rawal held a ‘Yagna’ in Ahmedabad, praying for her safe return.
PM Modi hailed the success of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj as a testament to ‘sabka prayaas’ (everyone’s effort). He said the event showcased India’s grandeur to the world. PM Modi said the Maha Kumbh reflects the spirit of a rising India. “Many people had a role to play in the success of Maha Kumbh. […]
AP Education Minister Lokesh stated that the NDA govt is giving high priority to education. He introduced the AP Private Universities Establishment and Regulation Amendment Bill in the AP Assembly today. He revealed that the amendment bill was brought with the aim of implementing institutional changes in all private universities.
Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam said 47 people were detained after Nagpur violence over Aurangzeb’s tomb removal demands. Around 12-14 police personnel and 2-3 civilians were injured. He assured strict action against those involved in vandalism. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, as BJP MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat urged communal harmony.
Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit the US “in the not-too-distant future” amid escalating economic tensions. Trump imposed 20% tariffs on Chinese imports, citing fentanyl concerns. Despite optimism about US-China ties, disputes over tariffs and Taiwan persist. Beijing opposes the tariffs and has taken limited retaliatory trade actions.
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said that lessons from Lord Krishna to Arjuna give her strength, peace, and great comfort. Tulsi Gabbard also discussed US-India intelligence sharing, trade relations, and countering terrorism. She emphasized the Trump administration’s commitment to defeating Islamist terrorism and strengthening the US-India partnership.
Pro-Kannada activists protested against the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) on Monday. This comes as BMRCL wants to recruit 50 train operators but wants candidates currently serving as train operators on a contract basis in Hyderabad and Chennai Metro systems. This drew strong criticism from various pro-Kannada organizations and political groups.
Ukrainian President Zelensky appointed Major General Andrii Hnatov as Chief of the General Staff, replacing Lieutenant General Anatolii Barhylevych. Defence Minister Umerov emphasized enhancing combat effectiveness. Amid manpower shortages, Ukraine is modernizing its military, adopting a corps system, and appointing experienced commanders.
An encounter took place between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district during a search operation in the Rajwada forest area on Monday. One terrorist was killed, and an AK-47 along with war-like supplies was recovered. The area has been cordoned off, and the operation is ongoing, said officials.
Police conducted an encounter in Amritsar’s Rajasansi area on Monday to nab grenade attack suspects Gursidak and Vishal. When stopped, they opened fire, injuring a constable. In self-defense, police shot Gursidak, who later succumbed to injuries at the hospital. Vishal escaped, and an FIR is being registered at PS Airport.
Parliament’s Budget Session resumes on Monday, with Lok Sabha reconvening at 11:00 am for key legislative talks. BJP’s Radha Mohan Singh and SP’s Virendra Singh will present defence reports, while Congress’ Shashi Tharoor and BJP’s Arun Govil will present the External Affairs Committee’s report on 2025-26 grants.
A powerful storm system has devastated the U.S., killing at least 26 people through tornadoes, dust storms, and wildfires. Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas were hardest hit, with severe destruction and fatalities. Officials warn of ongoing threats as storms move east, bringing strong winds, hail, and more tornado risks.