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India has achieved a significant milestone with its Gagan satellite navigation system, becoming the first to be certified for the equatorial region. This advanced system, operational since 2015, enhances GPS accuracy and reliability, bolstering aviation safety and finding crucial applications in maritime navigation, telecommunications, and disaster management, reinforcing India’s technological self-reliance.

India opt to bat against England in 1st T20I  ThePrint

India has strongly condemned the reported demolition of a 125-year-old Sikh Gurdwara in Pakistan’s Farooqabad, terming it a “targeted act of vandalism.” The Ministry of External Affairs expressed grave concern over the lack of action by local authorities and the Evacuee Trust Property Board. This incident is seen as part of a continuing pattern of

Assam’s flood crisis has escalated, impacting nearly 48,500 people across four districts, with Dhemaji bearing the brunt. One fatality has been reported this year. Floodwaters have submerged 179 villages, damaging crops and infrastructure, while the Brahmaputra river flows above danger levels. Relief efforts are underway, with authorities distributing essential supplies to affected residents.

India’s government has halted WhatsApp’s new username feature, demanding a detailed explanation within three days. Officials are concerned about impersonation, fraud, and weakened accountability, as users could be misled by similar-looking usernames. Cybersecurity experts and startup founders echo these fears, warning of potential scams and a decline in public trust.

A rare Eurasian lynx has been photographed for only the second time in the eastern Himalayas, captured by a camera trap at 5,250 metres on Sikkim’s Tso Lhamo plateau. This significant finding, following a 2025 record in Arunachal Pradesh, confirms the wild cat’s broader presence in the region. Experts highlight the ecological importance of these