Politics
TSPC Extortionists Arrested in Ranchi for Demanding Rs 10 Lakh from Trader
Ranchi police arrested two TSPC members for demanding Rs 10 lakh from a trader. Weapons and phones seized; suspects linked to extortion in multiple districts.
World
Gillibrand Tears Into Hegseth Over Pentagon's Iran War Strategy
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand confronted Pete Hegseth in a Senate hearing, accusing the Pentagon of bypassing Congress and ignoring public opposition to the Iran war, citing polls showing majority opposition.
Entertainment
Kunickaa Sadanand on TV Payment Delays: A Persistent Industry Issue
Actress Kunickaa Sadanand highlights the chronic issue of delayed payments for TV actors, attributing it to the corporate chain from advertisers to channels to producers.
Business
US Keeps India on Special 301 Priority Watch List for 2026 Over IP Issues
The US retained India on its Special 301 Priority Watch List for 2026, citing inconsistent IPR protection and enforcement, including patent regime barriers and weak copyright enforcement.
Lifestyle
Technology
Delhi govt to use AI to boost governance, service delivery
Delhi government plans to leverage artificial intelligence to enhance governance and public service delivery, inviting tech firms and startups to propose AI solutions for healthcare, education, transport, and more.
Delhi Police Busts Fake Online Car Scam, Arrests Ex-Seller
Delhi Police arrested a former car seller for duping a man of Rs 2 lakh in a fake online car-selling scam. The accused posed as an employee of reputed platforms.
Specially-Abled Girl Passes Assam HSLC with Toe Writing
Arija Ahmed, a specially-abled girl from Dhubri, Assam, secured first division in HSLC exams by writing with her toe after permanent hand paralysis. She aims to become an IAS officer.
DRDO's New Propulsion System for Submarines Nearly Ready
DRDO chief Samir V Kamat announced a new air-independent propulsion system for submarines, enhancing submerged endurance. The system is in final stages at L&T Hazira and will be installed on the 14th submarine at Mazagon Dock.
How a $15 Debt Led to the Safety Pin Invention
Walter Hunt invented the safety pin in just three hours to repay a $15 debt. His simple spring mechanism revolutionized fasteners and became a cultural icon.
