Two India-flagged vessels, the Sanmar Herald and Jag Arnav, were targeted by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing a convoy of 14 ships to abort transit. The incident caused confusion over passage instructions, with multiple vessels turning back. India has lodged a protest with Iran, urging safe passage for merchant shipping.
A TCS employee accused of religious harassment in Nashik has sought anticipatory bail, citing pregnancy and other grounds. The IT giant stated its internal review found no prior complaints on its official channels. The case has led to multiple arrests and a high-level probe ordered by the Maharashtra Chief Minister.
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York made an emergency landing in Pittsburgh due to a ‘beeping noise’ onboard, initially feared to be a bomb threat. Passengers were evacuated via emergency slides. Following a thorough sweep by the FBI and bomb squad, no explosives were found, and the aircraft was cleared. Passengers were
Today is Akshaya Tritiya, an auspicious day in the Hindu calendars, believed to bring lasting prosperity and good fortune. Buying gold on this day is considered auspicious. Experts believe that returns on gold over the last few years reinforce its role as a long-term wealth preserver.
Chennai Super Kings face a significant injury blow as young batter Ayush Mhatre suffered a hamstring tear during their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Mhatre was seen limping badly after pulling up midway through a run, and batting coach Michael Hussey confirmed the injury looks “really bad” and could be a “big loss” for the team.
Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin is set to achieve a major milestone by reusing a New Glenn rocket booster for the first time on Sunday. This heavy-lift rocket, carrying an AST SpaceMobile satellite, aims to cut costs and boost competition with SpaceX. A successful reuse could significantly advance Blue Origin’s lunar ambitions and its role in
Shreyas Iyer, a seasoned IPL captain, is making a strong case for a return to the Indian T20I squad. Reunited with coach Ricky Ponting at Punjab Kings, Iyer’s consistent form and leadership potential are drawing attention. He’s seen as a strong contender to replace Suryakumar Yadav, with selectors weighing his immediate impact and future captaincy
US President Donald Trump lauded Israel as a “great ally,” highlighting its courage and loyalty amidst escalating Middle East tensions. Meanwhile, Iran’s parliamentary speaker indicated ongoing, yet incomplete, negotiations with the US. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with clashes persisting despite a fragile truce and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney marked Sikh Heritage Month by participating in community service at Gurdwara Sahib Ottawa. He highlighted Canada’s significant Sikh population, the world’s second-largest, and their contributions to national prosperity. Across Canada, events like the ‘Baaghi ja Badshah’ exhibition and diaspora celebrations in Toronto underscore Sikh history, values, and the strong India-Canada
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warns that the US risks losing AI dominance if it restricts chip sales to China, potentially ceding the market to rivals like Huawei. He argues that open-source models optimized for non-American hardware pose a significant threat, urging balanced regulations to allow US companies to compete globally and maintain technological leadership.
