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India successfully test-fired its advanced Agni-5 intermediate-range ballistic missile from Odisha’s Chandipur on Wednesday. Developed by DRDO, Agni-5 is nuclear-capable, with a range exceeding 5,000 km and features MIRV technology. The missile strengthens India’s land-based nuclear deterrent and meets all operational goals.
India offers a wide range of living costs—from Rs 10 tea to luxury priced at Rs 1000. Many NRIs, like those from Canada and the USA, are amazed by Indians’ rising spending power in upscale markets, reflecting India’s evolution into a major global consumer economy challenging outdated perceptions.
In Madhya Pradesh’s Narsinghpur, an 18-year-old student set his teacher ablaze after she reported him for inappropriate remarks. The teacher suffered 10–15% burns. The student, angered by his expulsion, attacked her with kerosene. He was arrested the same day. Police have filed charges under multiple IPC sections, including Section 124A.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 5G sees a ₹53,000 price cut at Vijay Sales. Priced at ₹59,999, it offers a 50MP camera, dual displays, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Grab it with a ₹3,500 HDFC discount. Available as a store display unit with one-year warranty.
The Uttarakhand Assembly passed the Minority Educational Institutions Bill, creating a unified regulatory authority for all minority-run schools, replacing the Madrassa Board. The bill extends benefits beyond Muslim institutions to Sikh, Christian, Jain, Parsi, and Buddhist communities. Madrasas must meet new criteria by July 2026 or face closure. Opposition protested over intent and timing.
The CCPA fined Rapido ₹10 lakh for false ads promising guaranteed auto services and cashback. Rapido allegedly misled users by offering limited-use Rapido coins instead of cash. The regulator ordered immediate ad withdrawal and full refunds to affected users, citing over 1,200 complaints and deceptive practices lasting over 1.5 years across 120 cities.
Indian Railways has upgraded its Passenger Reservation System, now capable of booking 25,000 tickets per minute. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed the ₹182 crore overhaul includes new hardware, software, and security systems. The new RailOne app also allows mobile booking of reserved and unreserved tickets, enhancing passenger convenience and digital access nationwide.
The Centre introduced a constitutional amendment bill enabling automatic removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, or Ministers if detained for 30+ days on serious criminal charges. Referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee, the bill also includes provisions specific to Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to uphold accountability while preserving reappointment after release.
A decade-long study warns that drinking just one diet soda daily may nearly triple the risk of stroke and dementia. Artificial sweeteners may disrupt metabolism, gut health, and brain chemistry. Though not definitive proof, experts recommend healthier alternatives like infused water, herbal teas, and coconut water to protect long-term brain and heart health.
TTD chairman B R Naidu has issued a ₹10 crore defamation notice to Sakshi media for publishing alleged false reports linking him to past Tirumala incidents. Naidu claims the reports are part of a smear campaign due to his role in rival TV5. He’s seeking an apology and may pursue legal and regulatory action.
After War 2 underperformed at the box office, rumors spread that Hrithik Roshan unfollowed Jr NTR on Instagram. However, Hrithik never followed NTR to begin with. Despite YRF claiming ₹300 crore worldwide, online chatter about tension between the stars continues, even though their social media activity shows no sign of a real fallout.
Google has warned 1.8 billion Gmail users about AI-based scams using hidden prompts. Hackers exploit Gemini, Google’s AI, via emails and calendar invites to steal passwords or perform unauthorized tasks. Users are advised not to blindly trust AI summaries and to disable smart features if suspicious activity is suspected.
The NSE Nifty 50 reclaimed the 25,000 mark after a month, rising 70 points to 25,050, driven by IT stocks. Sensex gained 213 points to 81,858. Infosys jumped 4%. Broader indices and most sectors rose. Nazara Technologies plunged 13% after a draft Bill proposed banning online real-money gaming, triggering investor concerns.
The Centre has approved 50,000 tonnes of urea for Telangana to address a severe shortage. Amid farmer protests and political accusations, only 5.32 lakh of the sanctioned 8.30 lakh tonnes had been supplied. Shipments have begun, with state leaders criticizing delays and alleging discrimination by the Centre against Telangana’s agricultural sector.
TG Endowments Minister Konda Surekha alleged that the BJP came to power at the Centre through fraudulent votes. On former PM Rajiv Gandhi’s birth anniversary, she garlanded his statue at MGM Square and paid tribute. She stated that India could compete with the U.S only because of the progressive reforms introduced by Rajiv Gandhi.