Times of India

India's first hydrogen train has traveled over 1,200 kilometers during trial operations. This indigenous project has already saved over 3,200 liters of diesel fuel. The train generates electricity using hydrogen fuel cells, releasing only water vapor. Dedicated hydrogen storage and refuelling facilities have been established at Jind. Further trial runs are planned for the Delhi route to support zero-emission rail transport.

The left-handed opener achieved the feat during the third and final T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare on Sunday, scoring 81 off 48 balls to lead India to 192/5 after they elected to bat first.

Romania shot down a drone entering its airspace over the Black Sea. This marked the third such interception in as many days. President Nicusor Dan condemned these repeated violations as intolerable and unacceptable. Romania summoned the Russian ambassador to protest these airspace breaches. Investigations are ongoing into the drone incidents and border tensions are high.

Parents of Akanksha Chaturvedi demand justice and compensation after her suicide following the NEET-UG paper leak. They express dissatisfaction with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation from his post. Akanksha's mother called for stricter punishment for those responsible for the examination controversy. Her father stated that his daughter aspired to become a doctor and serve the nation.

Thousands of primary teachers marched to Shimla after a 15-day foot journey. They launched an indefinite relay hunger strike against the new School Complex System. Federation leaders claimed the policy weakened primary education and affected teacher deployment. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu assured that most demands were accepted. Teachers will continue their agitation until changes are formally notified.

China has successfully achieved the recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster, similar to the reusable models pioneered by SpaceX. Recently, they conducted a test on electromagnetic launch systems, focusing on the initial lift-off phase. This innovative technology aims to lessen the dependency on chemical propellants, potentially making space launches more affordable and enhancing payload capabilities. Such advancements highlight China's escalating aspirations within the global space sector.

Justice Ujjal Bhuyan expressed concern over shrinking public space for dissent in India. He noted that courts often grant relief belatedly and impose restrictive bail conditions. These conditions can discourage citizens from exercising their fundamental right to express views. Justice Bhuyan cited cases where individuals faced prolonged jail time for minor offenses. He stressed the need for critical examination of judicial decisions to improve the system.

The Ministry of External Affairs clarified a misleading social media post regarding protest funding. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated he had no information on foreign funding claims. This clarification followed viral posts attributing false statements to the spokesperson. The CJP-led protests concluded after the government accepted all their demands. Union minister Pralhad Joshi received additional charge of the education ministry.

Pralhad Joshi has taken charge as the Union Education Minister. He is reviewing the ministry's functioning and familiarizing himself with its operations. Joshi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this new responsibility. This change follows Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation from the Union Council of Ministers. The ministry change occurs amid student protests over examination irregularities.

Stephen Curry's journey to NBA greatness began long before his iconic 54-point game at Madison Square Garden in 2013. From the frustration of being overlooked by major college programs to finding his path at Davidson, Curry's biggest setback became the foundation of his remarkable career. As the first active NBA player to receive a dedicated exhibit at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, his story is a reminder that patience, self-belief and perseverance can transform rejection into lasting success, inspiring generations of basketball fans around the world.

In an exciting turn of events, Chris Evans will reprise his beloved role as Captain America in the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday. After careful consideration and rejecting countless offers for eight years, Evans chose to come back, motivated in part by Robert Downey Jr.'s role as Doctor Doom. He aims to make Steve Rogers’ story impactful as the film introduces returning X-Men stars, scheduled for release on December 18.

Hanle village in Ladakh attracts global tourists for its exceptionally dark night skies. This remote location offers pristine views of the Milky Way, drawing stargazers worldwide. It became India's first International Dark Sky Reserve in December 2022. Local communities actively preserve these skies, integrating astronomy with cultural traditions. Astrotourism here focuses on community involvement and preservation rather than extraction.

Scientists have identified eight common sound patterns that form the basis of birdsong after analysing more than 116,000 recordings from 3,160 songbird species worldwide. The study found that birds living in different habitats sing differently because forests, open landscapes and the way sound travels influence which songs work best, alongside evolution.