The Supreme Court has ordered the central government and National Testing Agency (NTA) to submit detailed affidavits on the implementation of reforms addressing the NEET-UG paper leak, committing to year-long monitoring to ensure institutionalization of measures.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev announces 2026 supply of advanced nuclear fuel to China for VVER-1200 and fast neutron reactors, discusses Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant safety, and outlines Russia-China cooperation in nuclear energy, quantum tech, and Arctic shipping via the Northern Sea Route.
Senator Bernie Moreno has introduced a bill to restrict the use of vehicle software and hardware from companies with significant Chinese ownership in the US, citing national security concerns. The bill would prohibit connected vehicles if their manufacturer is more than 15% owned or controlled by Chinese entities.
The Federal Highway Administration has removed numerous bike-related safety materials, including the Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Analysis Tool, from its website following Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's pledge to end support for "DEI bike lanes." This move, which includes stripping references to bike lanes and speed cameras from "Proven Safety Countermeasures," has raised concerns among safety advocates and some DOT staff about undermining road safety efforts.
EU ambassadors in Brussels failed to reach an agreement on the 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions, which included softer restrictions on Russian LNG transportation to third countries and excluded a proposed ban on Russian fish.
Bereket Abraham, co-owner of Melrose Avenue's Coolkicks, and 11 others, including Jorge Cuellar and Roy Harvey Jr., face federal charges for allegedly stealing over $2 million in Nike merchandise from a Memphis warehouse and selling the stolen sneakers.
Japanese logistics firm AZ-COM Maruwa Holdings plans to use JPYC, a yen-denominated stablecoin, for payments to 2,300 business partners, marking a significant corporate adoption in Japan for faster, fee-free transactions.
Investigators found the remains of several geese on the wreckage of a sightseeing helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River last year, killing six people. The NTSB described evidence suggesting the helicopter struck birds before plummeting, renewing safety concerns about low-altitude flights.
Uber and Waymo are at odds over Washington, D.C.'s autonomous-vehicle bill, with Uber advocating a hybrid model that rides on ride-hailing networks and Waymo testing with human operators. Separately, Uber is acquiring Delivery Hero to extend its global delivery footprint.
The Uber-Waymo partnership in Phoenix has ended, with remaining agreements in Atlanta and Austin also facing an uncertain future. NHTSA administrator Jonathan Morrison issued a directive to AV developers, demanding immediate focus on fixing issues where vehicles interfere with first responders. Additionally, proposed FMVSS changes could aid AV companies like Tesla and Zoox.
Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin is seeking a zoning change in Miami Beach to add a private helipad to his planned 3.7-acre marina for his $250 million superyacht. The proposal aims to create a private travel system, avoiding city traffic and connecting his properties directly to his yacht.
Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin is seeking a zoning change in Miami Beach to add a private helipad to his planned 3.7-acre marina. The facility is intended to house his $250 million superyacht and provide a private travel system.
Indian Railways has approved its first hydrogen fuel cell train, a 10-coach set designed and built in India. Expected to be flagged off by PM Modi on July 17, it will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana at 75 kmph.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov, aiming to disrupt supplies to occupied Crimea. Drone strikes have hit 14 Russian ships, part of a campaign to choke off routes to Crimea and cut Russia's energy revenues.
The attempted murder of Ukrainian businessman Vadim Yermolayev in Monaco reportedly cost $150,000, with funds transferred to cryptocurrency wallets and bank accounts of Anastasia Berezovskaya, identified as the perpetrator. Suspects detained in Berezovskaya's murder include a Ukrainian intelligence officer.
Russia plans to shift at least 15% of cargo transported by road over 200 km to inland waterways by 2035. This proposal, presented by Vladimir Timofeyev of the Association of River Transport Ports and Shipowners, aims for balanced transport development and reduced highway strain.
Tesla's FSD faces scrutiny over fatal crashes, NHTSA & NTSB investigations. Waymo expands robotaxi fleet with 3,156 vehicles imported to the US in 2023. Industry updates include layoffs, funding, and regulatory changes.
UK motorists are experiencing lower fuel prices, with further reductions anticipated, following a US-Iran agreement that ended their conflict and eased energy supply disruptions. Prices are at their lowest since early March but remain above pre-conflict levels, while a planned fuel duty increase has been postponed.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy faced backlash for using a slur at a 250th birthday celebration event, with critics highlighting that his daughter has Down syndrome. Duffy defended his remarks, linking them to abortion and liberal politics.
The US Department of Transportation has proposed new regulations that would allow autonomous vehicles to be manufactured without brake pedals. This change aims to remove regulatory barriers for companies developing fully self-driving cars, with a 30-day public comment period before a final decision.
The US Department of Transportation has proposed new regulations that would permit autonomous vehicles to operate without brake pedals, removing a key barrier for companies like Tesla and Zoox. The public has 30 days to comment on the proposal.
Etihad Rail's passenger train service will commence on June 30, offering a fast, comfortable, and congestion-free alternative to road travel across the UAE. The phased rollout will initially connect Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Fujairah, with plans to eventually link 11 cities.
Autnmy AI has launched the Road to Autonomy Index, a generative AI platform that evaluates and ranks autonomous vehicle companies based on operational data. The index, updated every 12 hours, covers robotaxis, licensing companies, trucks, and delivery bots, with China's Baidu Apollo Go currently leading the robotaxi rankings.
A Canadian report blames design flaws and company failures for the 2023 Titan submersible implosion that killed five people. OceanGate, the operator, lacked understanding of the hull's integrity under repeated deep-sea dives, and construction did not follow standard engineering practices.
