The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed a resolution urging the Union government to scrap NEET, arguing it harms social justice and rural students.
The Resolution Foundation has urged Labour to implement an emergency plan to cut energy prices by up to £175 for low-income families this winter, amid rising wholesale gas costs and ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Google DeepMind's AI model WeatherNext predicts cyclones with unprecedented accuracy, giving forecasters an extra day of lead time and accurately predicting Hurricane Melissa's Category 5 intensity days before landfall in Jamaica.
Google DeepMind's AI model, WeatherNext, successfully predicted Hurricane Melissa's Category 5 impact on Jamaica five days prior. Researchers published a paper in Nature showing the model offers an extra day of lead time over existing models.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visits Cyprus to restart peace talks, citing regional instability as a crucial factor, with the EU also increasing its involvement.
Qatar announced that diplomatic efforts involving Qatar, Oman, and Pakistan to reach a US-Iran short-term resolution are at an advanced stage, with draft language circulating to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks.
A parliamentary panel in India recommended lowering the minimum age for managing directors from 21 to 18 and raising the maximum age to 75. The committee also proposed measures for reverse-flipping of foreign companies and dedicated NCLT benches.
Russian Senator Grigory Karasin predicts the US-Iranian conflict will be resolved by late 2026 or early 2027, citing discomfort among Middle Eastern countries living in confrontation. He also highlighted Russia's positive role in regional developments.
Gulf nations express frustration over the US's unclear strategy against Iran, fearing strikes on energy facilities. While UAE favors military action, Saudi Arabia and Qatar push for diplomacy to secure a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil route.
Russian Senator Grigory Karasin predicts the US-Iranian conflict will be resolved by late 2026 or early 2027. He cites discomfort among Middle Eastern countries and Iran with the ongoing confrontation, despite recent hostilities and a prior memorandum of understanding.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court questioned the lack of transparency in the collegium's judicial appointment decisions, citing recent resolutions without stated reasons. He emphasized citizens' right to know deliberations, speaking at the launch of a Judicial Transparency Index report by the JALDI Initiative.
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is set to rejoin the squad for pre-season after the FA resolved his doping case, suspending him for time already served. Manager Xabi Alonso expressed happiness but cautioned that Mudryk will need time to regain fitness after a long absence.
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is cleared to return to playing immediately after resolving his doping case with the Football Association. The Ukraine international was provisionally suspended for meldonium but accepted a ban equal to time served, with the FA noting rule changes would prevent a similar finding today.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi rebels can only be resolved through diplomacy, with Iran ready to play a constructive role.
The House approved a non-binding resolution to remove U.S. forces from the war in Iran as the conflict escalates and oil prices jump. The newsletter also covers new tariffs, a fatal police shooting in Madison, and avocado oil adulteration.
Delhi sees increased security with 30 CRPF companies airlifted and CISF leave curtailed amid ongoing student protests at Jantar Mantar. The Cockroach Janta Party demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak and seeks compensation for affected families.
A study in Ethiopia's Kembata Tembaro district found that assisted natural regeneration and afforestation significantly reduced severe topsoil loss between 2015 and 2024. The research, published in Scientific Reports, evaluated the REDD+ Investment Program using high-resolution satellite imagery, providing crucial data for national environmental strategies.
A Himachal Pradesh consumer commission ordered Reliance JioFiber to pay Rs 10,000 compensation to a Shimla woman for unresolved internet service disruptions despite multiple complaints, citing deficiency in service and unfair trade practice.
US-Präsident Trump droht in einem Interview mit einer Wiederaufnahme größerer Kampfeinsätze gegen Iran, die umfangreicher sein könnten als bisher. Dies folgt auf eine Eskalation mit gegenseitigen Angriffen. Großbritannien zieht Diplomaten ab, während das US-Repräsentantenhaus eine Resolution zur Beendigung des Militäreinsatzes verabschiedet, der Senat jedoch eine ähnliche ablehnt.
US-Präsident Trump droht mit umfangreicheren Militäreinsätzen im Iran-Konflikt, nachdem die Eskalation mit gegenseitigen Angriffen zugenommen hat. Großbritannien zog Diplomaten ab, während das US-Repräsentantenhaus ein Ende des Militäreinsatzes forderte.
The U.S. Congress split on advancing war powers resolutions aimed at forcing President Donald Trump to end the escalated conflict with Iran. The Senate rejected a measure 47-49, while the House approved a similar one 214-208, though a presidential veto is expected.
India's cricket captain Shubman Gill has spoken out amid student protests over exam paper leaks, urging compassion, mutual respect, and a focus on student interests. He emphasized education's power and supported peaceful voices, with other sports legends like Sachin Tendulkar also backing students.
The US Senate blocked a resolution aimed at preventing President Trump from initiating war with Iran without Congressional approval, despite the House passing a similar measure. This occurs amid escalating US-Iran tit-for-tat strikes, with Trump considering a "massive attack" and mediators urging a ceasefire.
The US House approved a non-binding resolution 214-208 to remove forces from Iran hostilities, a symbolic rebuke to President Trump amid intensifying attacks. A Senate attempt failed. Lawmakers cited an 'illegal war' lacking clear mission, while opponents defended the mission.
