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India's Army Air Defence is enhancing its training with three new aerial target systems to counter evolving drone threats. These include rocket-propelled targets for high-speed missile simulation, swarm drone replicators for multi-target engagement, and multirotor copters mimicking slow-moving helicopters. This procurement aims to bolster preparedness against a wide array of modern aerial adversaries.

Executive producer of 'Love Island USA,' James Barker, has passed away at the age of 40 while filming the latest season in Fiji. ITV America and Peacock confirmed his unexpected passing due to a medical emergency. Barker was a highly valued member of the production team, credited with revolutionizing the show.

Former Assembly Secretaries and officials will train the MLAs on the Rules of Procedure of the Assembly and on the functioning of specific government departments. Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar said 146 MLAs were first-time legislators and several of them were youngsters.

In a Facebook post, she alleges that the core idea of films ‘Dridam’ and ‘Bhoothakalam’ are lifted from stories and videos she had shared on her social media timeline in the past

MP M. Sribharat and Collector M. Abhishikth Kishore joined the event, the third under the initiative, before the June 21 mass demonstration on Beach Road

Candidates can travel free on showing their hall ticket, with extra buses and help desks at major stations

The mishap took place in the Gajapati Nagar area under the Maitree Vihar Police Station limit, on the road connecting Acharya Vihar to Nalco Square in the city, on June 15

For years, the Fab Four debate searched endlessly for a winner. As Kane Williamson becomes the first member of the quartet to retire, this is not a ranking but a reflection. Amid Kohli's intensity, Smith's absurdity and Root's volume, Williamson quietly went about his business. From match-winning runs and captaincy highs to carrying the heaviest individual load, the New Zealander built a career defined by greatness without the noise.

Shiv Sena leader Krupal Tumane claims seven Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs are in final stages of joining Eknath Shinde's faction under 'Operation Tiger'. This move, expected before the Monsoon Session, would bolster the NDA's Lok Sabha numbers. Thackeray's party, however, dismisses these claims, asserting unity.

A Punjab woman, the second wife of a deceased government employee, has won a legal battle for her full family pension. The High Court ruled she is entitled to 100% of the pension, rejecting the state's claim to cap it at 50%. The court found the state's interpretation of rules was incorrect, as she was the sole surviving widow.

Brahmos missiles swiftly neutralized Pakistan's air power on May 10, 2025, demonstrating decisive capability. However, prolonged modern conflicts necessitate a cost-effective solution. India is exploring the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM), a cheaper, 1,500 km range weapon, to complement Brahmos and enhance sustained combat operations, ensuring greater strategic staying power.

In a tragic incident, 27-year-old P Radha Gayatri, a software engineer recently married, was found dead under suspicious conditions in a homestay in Dhanaulti. Her husband, Soumya Shricharan, discovered her lifeless body, which was naked and bleeding. The couple, who had reportedly indulged in alcohol before going to sleep, had just returned from a trip to Rishikesh.

Hemant Kumar's voice and music left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema. His compositions, often built from silence and emotional subtlety, created timeless melodies. Collaborations with Lata Mangeshkar produced iconic songs. As a composer, his work on films like Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam showcased his mastery.

Iran's Mohammad Mohebi sparked online debate after scoring a crucial equalizer against New Zealand in their World Cup qualifier. His goal celebration, a hand gesture resembling a gun, drew mixed reactions amid pre-match political protests. While some deemed it inappropriate, others defended it as an emotional, sporting reaction.

In a new interview, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has critiqued the lack of screens for Indian films like Imtiaz Ali’s 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' and his own film 'Bandar,' compared to Hollywood releases like 'Obsession'. Kashyap revealed he gets upset when fans praise his films years later on OTT, noting they never supported them in theatres. The filmmaker warns that prioritizing massive event movies like 'Dhurandhar' over word-of-mouth films is a dangerous financial strategy for cinema halls.

A video surfaces showing a woman pleading to be released while a man chants religious verses, allegedly linked to her claims of rape, blackmail, and forced religious conversion in Nagpur. The woman alleges her former acquaintance, Ayyaz Taj Madare, subjected her to rituals, spiked her drink, and extorted money before forcing a conversion and marriage.

Karan Johar officially announces his entry into Malayalam cinema with 'Odiyan,' starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, the film blends folklore and mystery, promising a unique pan-Indian release across five languages. Johar expressed excitement for this collaboration, highlighting Sadasivan's skill in native ghost storytelling.

Michael Dell has gifted a staggering $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin, propelling the creation of a groundbreaking AI-native hospital and research campus. This substantial donation, adding to his family's legacy of support, will also bolster scholarships, advanced computing, and vital medical research, underscoring Dell's enduring connection to his alma mater.