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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk praised Indian Railways for its services. He urged the government to honor commitments made to student protesters. The recent NEET-UG paper leak debate was welcomed by the activist. Wangchuk also highlighted the success of peaceful non-violent resistance. The student-led agitation concluded after the government accepted key demands.

A growing number of buyers are opting for shared homeownership to alleviate financial strain and share loan obligations. In various states, including a woman as a co-owner can unlock potential stamp duty reductions. However, this arrangement necessitates mutual consent for the sale of the property and any loan matters, with each co-owner entitled to sell their respective portion. Disputes between co-owners can result in negotiations, buyouts, or legal partitions.

Larry Ellison planned to buy Apple for about five billion dollars then. Steve Jobs rejected this offer, preferring to return through NeXT. Jobs insisted on leading Apple from the moral high ground, not for financial gain. Ellison learned leadership from Jobs's decision to prioritize principles over profit. This choice ultimately led Apple to become the world's most valuable company.

BJP workers protested outside the Aam Aadmi Party office in Delhi. They demanded the Punjab Education Minister's resignation over a pharmacy exam irregularity. Police arrested several individuals involved in an alleged cheating racket. The Punjab Chief Minister stated no competitive exam paper had leaked. The opposition criticized the state government's handling of the situation.

The Supreme Court observed that when in extreme violent situations police are permitted to use bullets if violence does not get controlled by lathicharge and tear gas, how can they be barred from using pellet guns if a protest, which has turned violent after being hijacked by miscreants for ulterior purposes.

Pakistan's military has strongly denied reports of facilitating Chinese weapons transit to Iran. These claims emerged amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. The Pakistani army dismissed all such speculations as baseless and untrue. This situation highlights Pakistan's careful balancing act between China and Washington. The denial comes after reports suggested Iran would receive air defense systems soon.

Hiloni Nepali Khuti village in Sivasagar district was destroyed by floods. Torrential rain in Nagaland caused the Dikhow river to overflow its banks. The devastating floodwaters swept away homes and nearly four thousand cattle. Residents are now trying to rebuild their lives with little hope remaining. Many families lost their dairy farming livelihoods to the raging waters.

TOI understands that Bumrah will begin gradually increasing his bowling workload after suffering an impact injury during the ODI series in England, while Gill has sought help from specialists outside the BCCI for his chronic neck problem.

Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, causing explosions and casualties. Ukraine's drone campaign targeted Russian logistics, damaging a major online retailer's warehouse. Poland scrambled fighter jets to protect its airspace during the missile strikes. President Zelenskyy appealed for more air defence missiles from allies. These attacks continue to strain Russia's economy and banking sector.

Neeraj Chopra begins his bid for a second Commonwealth Games javelin gold in Glasgow, but faces one of the toughest fields of his career. Rivals including Arshad Nadeem, Anderson Peters and Rumesh Tharanga make the competition highly competitive. Returning from a back injury, Neeraj will hope to rediscover his best form after finishing fourth at the Doha Diamond League.

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket. He shared this news through a video message posted on his Instagram account. Rahane represented India in all three formats during his extensive international career. He played 85 Test matches, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is for the country. Rahane was also part of India's historic Test series win in Australia in 2020-21.

Kevin O'Leary suggests China's growing power will unite North American economies. Canada offers minerals and energy, while the US provides scale and innovation. Mexico also plays a vital role in the regional economic landscape. Companies are increasingly using cheaper Chinese artificial intelligence models. This shift occurs as the race for technological dominance accelerates globally.

The number of Left-wing extremism-affected districts has fallen to zero by March 2026. This marks a significant reduction from 126 districts prior to April 2018. Maoist violence has seen a steep decline, with few incidents recorded this year. Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand remain the only states with reported Maoist incidents. However, 37 districts are still classified as legacy and thrust areas.

Karnataka received the most funding from the central government's Electronics Development Fund. The fund's associated venture funds invested over Rs 1,335 crore in 128 companies. Karnataka-based firms secured Rs 854.5 crore, representing nearly two-thirds of total investments. Telangana, Maharashtra, and Delhi also saw significant investments in technology startups. The fund, managed by Canbank Venture Capital Fund, is now in its divestment phase.

Thousands of MBBS graduates cannot take foreign licensing exams. Their colleges have not secured ECFMG sponsor notes for global recognition. This formal note is essential for students seeking international medical practice opportunities. Many students discover this issue only after completing their medical degrees. The National Medical Commission is processing updates for several Indian medical colleges.

Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of police excesses against protesters. He demanded Shah's dismissal and a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the actions. Gandhi also blamed the RSS for the education sector's current problems. Government ministers challenged Gandhi to provide proof or issue an apology. The Lok Sabha experienced disruptions over these serious allegations.

The Rajya Sabha passed a bill proposing jail time for disrupting Vande Mataram. Opposition MPs walked out, demanding a statement on police action against protesters. Junior home minister Nityanand Rai piloted the bill, criticizing Congress's stance on the national song. MP Sanjay Singh questioned the RSS's past refusal to hoist the tricolour. AIADMK MPs noted the practice of playing state anthems after national songs.

India's first dengue virus mapping shows all four serotypes circulating in eight states. This finding could influence the country's upcoming dengue vaccine strategy. Researchers found DENV-2 to be the dominant circulating strain across the nation. Concurrent infections with multiple strains are linked to more severe dengue disease. Continuous molecular surveillance is essential for monitoring virus circulation and guiding policy.