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A Jaipur-bound IndiGo flight from Surat was delayed by 45 minutes after honeybees swarmed the cargo door. Firefighters cleared the bees using water spray. No one was hurt, and a passenger’s video of the incident went viral on social media

A VoteVibe pre-poll survey shows strong anti-incumbency in Kerala, with Shashi Tharoor emerging as the top CM choice. Both LDF and UDF face leadership gaps, while nearly half the voters seek new MLAs, signalling major political shifts before 2026 elections

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla inspired students from Meghalaya and Assam during a 10-minute Ham radio chat from the ISS. He shared insights on space life, training, and health, urging them to dream big and become future Moon-walking astronauts

Ola Electric has begun rolling out its new MoveOS 5 software to S1 scooters and Roadster X bikes. The upgrade, delivered via OTA, promises better range, improved performance, and a more refined riding experience, especially on the Gen-3 platform

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins to discuss expanding the tech giant’s presence in India. They deliberated on AI, 6G, cybersecurity, and inclusive growth, building on Cisco’s Chennai facility and India’s emerging role as a digital leader

AAIB submitted its preliminary report on the Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260 people. The probe, assisted by international experts, is ongoing. Black box data is now being decoded in India for the first time at the AAIB Lab

Indian textile stocks surged after US President Donald Trump imposed a 35 per cent tariff on Bangladeshi goods. Companies like Gokaldas Exports and Vardhman Textiles saw gains. The US warned of further action if Bangladesh retaliates with higher tariffs.

Over 25 crore workers from various sectors will join a nationwide strike on Wednesday, protesting against government labour policies. The strike is likely to disrupt public services, with unions demanding action on employment, labour rights, and economic policies

China denied Indian Army claims that it supported Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, calling its ties with Pakistan “normal” and not aimed at any third party. It urged peaceful India-Pakistan dialogue and reiterated its willingness to improve relations with New Delhi

The UAE has revamped its Golden Visa scheme, offering lifetime residency for AED 100,000 (~Rs 23.3 lakh). This change may reshape Indian investment strategies, shifting focus from residency-based property purchases to long-term, value-driven real estate decisions

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed that peace is an illusion and urged constant readiness. Praising Operation Sindoor and Indian-made defence gear, he called for faster reforms, financial agility, and viewing defence spending as an economic investment, not just expenditure

JioBlackRock Asset Management, a joint venture between Jio Financial Services and BlackRock, has raised Rs 17,800 crore through its maiden New Fund Offer. The three-day NFO received strong participation from institutional and retail investors, marking a significant debut in the debt fund space

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stressed creating jobs and reducing poverty through balanced economic policies. Speaking to CA students, he warned against wealth centralisation, highlighted infrastructure progress, and praised domestic investment methods like InvIT bonds for funding major road projects without foreign aid

India’s service sector has become the backbone of the nation’s economic growth, contributing 55 per cent to GVA in FY25. A new report highlights massive growth across IT, BFSI, healthcare, telecom, and e-commerce

Tata Memorial Hospital launched a special cancer care training programme for BIMSTEC countries. 21 participants from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Nepal will train in Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiology, aiming to boost regional healthcare skills and cooperation

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator does not see widespread risks similar to the Jane Street manipulation case. SEBI is planning to enhance surveillance after impounding over Rs 4,843 crore from the hedge fund for index manipulation

Akhilesh Yadav announced full support to RJD in Bihar polls, vowing to expose BJP’s scams in Uttar Pradesh. He said BJP won’t let Nitish Kumar remain CM and criticized their religious hypocrisy and diversion from real issues ahead of 2027

A WHO study shows postmenopausal women with excess weight and heart disease face a higher risk of breast cancer. Each 5 kg/m² BMI rise raises risk, especially in women with cardiovascular issues. Type 2 diabetes showed no added effect

The company also secured European Commission authorisation, enabling the launch across the EU and EEA regions

A dispute among children escalated into a deadly clash in Bihar’s Nalanda district, leaving two young adults dead after families exchanged gunfire. The incident occurred in Dumrawan village. Police have launched an investigation; families protested poor emergency response at hospital