Maharashtra’s Chief Minister has ordered the withdrawal of cases against protesting students. These cases were registered during recent demonstrations supporting the Cockroach Janta Party. Opposition parties urged the government to formally withdraw these pending legal actions. Advocates warned that these cases could jeopardize students’ futures and career prospects. The Home Department will issue the necessary
Ryan ten Doeschate has resigned as India’s assistant coach after two years. Subhadeep Ghosh will now serve as the team’s new fielding coach. Ten Doeschate cited personal reasons for stepping away from the demanding role. His final assignment was the recent white-ball tour of England. Ghosh’s first international assignment will be the Sri Lanka Test
A rare albino turtle hatchling emerged in Bolivia’s Manuripi Reserve. This unusual sighting draws attention to conservation efforts for vulnerable species. Conservationists are closely monitoring turtle reproduction and nesting sites. Habitat loss and illegal trade pose significant threats to native turtles. Continued monitoring and protection are vital for species survival.
India’s space programme has traditionally been driven almost entirely by Isro. Private companies manufactured components, supplied technology and supported missions, but orbital launches remained the domain of the state. Vikram-1 changed that equation. For the first time, an Indian private company has demonstrated the ability to develop and operate an orbital launch vehicle.
Collared peccaries are returning to Uruguay after a century-long absence. The species disappeared locally in the late 1800s due to hunting and habitat loss. Conservationists began a careful reintroduction program around the year 2000. Camera traps and young animals confirm the species is establishing itself again. This effort aims to restore ecological functions and biodiversity
Geneva, Switzerland, will host the 2026 FIDE World Championship Match. Reigning champion Gukesh Dommaraju will defend his title against Javokhir Sindarov. This historic contest will feature the youngest players ever to compete for the championship. The match is scheduled to take place from November 25 to December 15. FIDE selected Geneva as a neutral venue
Zaza and Inga helped UFC star Ilia Topuria rise from a Georgian refugee family to world MMA stardom. Their story takes place in Germany, Georgia and Spain, each move creating the environment in which Ilia and his brother Aleksandre grew up with their combat-sports dreams. Early wrestling would have been a professional fighting dream without
Tanzanian swimmer Collins Saliboko says Chad Le Clos’s Commonwealth Games career, including a 19th medal won at Glasgow 2026 that made him the event’s most decorated male athlete, has shaped his own belief that African swimmers can reach the podium. Saliboko, 24, competed in the 100m freestyle at Glasgow 2026 after making his Olympic debut
