Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee protested against 20 rebel MPs in Parliament. These defectors joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, pledging support to the NDA. The Trinamool Congress has labeled these MPs as traitors for their actions. Rebel MPs had approached the Election Commission regarding the party split. A swift decision is needed to
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says the city’s crackdown on Uber Eats and DoorDash tipping practices has delivered $104 million in extra tips to delivery workers since January. A new DCWP report shows tips per delivery doubled from $1.18 to $2.29 after apps were forced to show tip buttons at checkout. Mamdani, who earlier
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen now understands parents facing hospital crises more deeply. His daughter Harper’s birth has profoundly changed his perspective on children’s health struggles. Allen spoke emotionally at his “117 Holes for Charity” event, which supports Golisano Children’s Hospital. This fundraiser recently helped the Patricia Allen Fund reach seventeen million dollars in donations.
SpaceX’s Starship 40 achieved a successful splashdown landing in the Indian Ocean. The spacecraft remained intact and afloat for five days after its return. This marked a significant achievement for SpaceX’s reusable rocket technology. Earlier Starship test flights experienced various failures and explosions upon landing. SpaceX is now sending a ship to recover the intact
India’s expanding renewable energy capacity could soon make it an energy exporter. Germany’s ambassador sees potential for India to export green hydrogen in coming years. Renewable energy is a strong pillar of India-Germany economic cooperation. Artificial intelligence and a proposed EU Free Trade Agreement will shape future economic ties. Discussions are progressing towards concrete projects
India issues new guidelines for private space firms, sets 1-in-10,000 casualty rate ThePrint
Tech giants pledge to cover energy costs for their facilities. The Environmental Protection Agency expanded this pledge to include utilities and regulators. New guidance exempts data centers not connected to the public grid from certain regulations. This move aims to support artificial intelligence infrastructure development. It also seeks to prevent higher electricity bills for American
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has unveiled new agreements for the Dreadnought submarine initiative. This crucial investment is projected to generate thousands of employment opportunities and apprenticeships within the defence industry. The modernization of the Trident nuclear deterrent is pivotal to the government’s defence framework, aimed at replacing the outdated Vanguard-class submarines with enhanced vessels, reinforcing
In Tamil Nadu, the noon-meal initiative is exploring the addition of chicken biryani to its menu, reflecting an evolution in its commitment to student welfare. Teachers have also addressed unresolved issues related to employment conditions and salaries. Furthermore, the government intends to digitize petition tracking, underscoring the growing importance of school meals in shaping education
