BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead in a meticulously planned ambush near Kolkata airport. Multiple bike-borne shooters, possibly using sophisticated firearms and a vehicle with a fake number plate, intercepted Rath's SUV and fired at close range.
India voiced deep concern over recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, citing risks to regional peace and stability. New Delhi urged restraint, de-escalation, and a return to dialogue for a lasting solution, emphasizing the importance of uninterrupted energy supplies and commerce.
Amidst rising US-Iran tensions impacting the Strait of Hormuz, India's crude oil imports remain diversified. However, its LPG and LNG supplies, heavily reliant on the Middle East, face significant risks due to potential shipping disruptions and increased costs.
Iran now views control of the Strait of Hormuz as a higher strategic priority than its nuclear program, willing to risk escalation with the US. Recent actions have led to exchanges of fire, impacting an interim peace deal. Iran refuses nuclear talks until its Hormuz management is accepted.
India's R Sai Kishore will play for Gloucestershire in the final six matches of the 2026 County Championship season. The 29-year-old spinner previously played for Surrey in 2025 and is eager to compete in English conditions.
David Pan, field CTO at Cursor, suggests Jeff Bezos' "two-pizza rule" for team size is outdated due to AI efficiency. He argues AI tools enable even smaller teams than the "fewer than 10 people" Amazon ideal, sparking debate online about new team size metaphors.
A study on dipterocarp trees in Malaysia reveals they have evolved specialized water transport systems, challenging the notion that extreme height makes trees more vulnerable to drought. These adaptations allow them to efficiently move water, influencing climate change impact models.
