Vayu Baan is an indigenous air-launched effects (ALE) programme designed to integrate unmanned aerial systems directly with manned rotary-wing platforms. It is a small, autonomous drone designed to be dropped from a moving helicopter mid-flight. Once released, the drone unfolds its wings, activates its propulsion and operates as either a surveillance asset or a precision-guided
A former sarpanch died while waiting for an LPG cylinder in Akola’s sweltering heat. Shankarrao Sirsat collapsed after hours in the queue. The incident has sparked anger and questions about the administration’s preparedness for essential supply. Citizens are demanding regular LPG availability. Political leaders have criticized the government’s arrangements.
Chasing 202, RCB reached 203 for 4 in 15.4 overs. Padikkal scored 61 off 26 balls, while Kohli remained unbeaten on 69 from 38 deliveries. The pair added 101 runs for the second wicket in just 45 balls after the early dismissal of Phil Salt.
Virat Kohli’s dropped catch in the IPL opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad was a moment of drama, but he later redeemed himself by dismissing the same batter. Ishan Kishan’s explosive 80 powered SRH to 201/9, despite a strong bowling performance from RCB’s Jacob Duffy. The match saw several crucial wickets fall, with Kishan’s innings being a
A massive blaze at Kuwait International Airport, triggered by a suspected Iranian drone strike on fuel storage facilities, has been extinguished after nearly 58 hours. The attack caused significant damage to radar systems, with Kuwait blaming Iran and its proxies. This incident escalates regional tensions as Iran expands its aerial campaign.
Nashik police have registered two new cases against astrologer Ashok Kharat, bringing the total to ten. Allegations include repeated sexual assaults on a woman and cheating a trader out of Rs 2.6 lakh. The woman claims Kharat exploited her marital issues, while the trader was defrauded with fake gemstones.
Elon Musk’s xAI has seen its last co-founder, Ross Nordeen, depart, marking the end of an era for the AI startup. Nordeen, who directly reported to Musk and ensured operational execution, followed him from Tesla. This exodus leaves all 11 original co-founders gone, with eight leaving since January, as xAI prepares for a potential IPO.
Anushka Sharma made a stylish return to the IPL 2026 stands at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, cheering for husband Virat Kohli. Joined by WPL stars Smriti Mandhana and Shreyanka Patil, her presence delighted fans. Social media buzzed with her elegant appearance and fans’ requests for her to wear an RCB jersey.
Phil Salt’s spectacular one-handed catch ended Ishan Kishan’s blistering 80-run knock, a pivotal moment in the IPL 2026 opener. Despite Kishan’s brilliance, which anchored Sunrisers Hyderabad’s innings, Salt’s fielding heroics, including another debated boundary catch, shifted momentum. Hyderabad ultimately posted 201/9, a total that felt short after Salt’s impactful contributions.
Jannik Sinner shared a relaxed moment with golf legend Greg Norman before the Miami Open 2026 final. Norman even helped him with his golf swing. While the moment went viral, Sinner stayed focused on tennis. He heads into the final unbeaten in sets and will face Jiri Lehecka, where he holds a strong winning record.
