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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew will conduct a pioneering study on glucose and insulin in microgravity. This could unlock advanced wearable tech and AI models to revolutionize diabetes care for astronauts and patients with limited mobility on Eart

ICMR has created India’s first national rare blood donor registry to aid patients with uncommon blood types. Integrated with e-Raktkosh, the platform aims to streamline access to rare blood, particularly for those with thalassemia, sickle cell disease, or high-frequency antigen antibodies

A man in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, arranged the temple wedding of his wife of 15 years to her alleged lover, claiming she tried to poison him and harm their son. The wife has denied the charges and said the wedding was forced

At Super AI in Singapore, Vexoo Labs highlighted how most AI tools "hallucinate" and are unfit for India’s manufacturing MSMEs. The company promotes a trust-first, accuracy-focused AI model designed for Tier-II and Tier-III cities fueling India’s industrial growth

Under Operation Sindhu, nearly 290 Indians, including 190 from Jammu and Kashmir, returned safely from conflict-hit Iran. The government confirmed more evacuations are planned, including from Israel, amid rising tensions in the region. Returnees praised the swift response and support

The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy has launched a ₹2.3-crore startup innovation challenge to accelerate rooftop solar and renewable energy solutions in India. Startups can apply by August 20 to compete for cash prizes and incubation support

An Air India Delhi–Pune flight suffered a bird hit on Friday, leading to cancellation of the return journey. The aircraft landed safely in Pune. Air India is providing refunds, rescheduling, and accommodation. Separately, the airline is suspending 38 global flights

Sebi has proposed guiding principles for the use of AI and ML in securities markets, aimed at safeguarding investor interests and market integrity. The regulator is seeking public feedback on a framework to ensure transparency, accountability, and responsible use of such technologies

At Tata Motors’ AGM, Chairman N. Chandrasekaran led a minute of silence for Air India AI-171 crash victims, paid tribute to Ratan Tata, announced the demerger into three listed entities, reported record FY25 financials, and recommended a Rs 6 per-share final dividend

Following the June 12 Air India Dreamliner crash, bookings have dropped by up to 20 per cent and fares have fallen 8–15 per cent on key routes. Increased cancellations were reported, especially among international and corporate travelers, though experts expect short-term impact

Sensex and Nifty rebounded over 1 per cent on Friday after three days of decline, driven by falling crude prices, easing geopolitical tensions, and foreign investor interest. Gains were seen across sectors, especially telecom, finance, and tech, with improved global cues.

Sun TV Network has denied allegations made by DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran against promoter Kalanithi Maran over ownership disputes. Calling it a personal family matter, the broadcaster said all agreements were legally compliant and operations remain unaffected

HAL has won ISRO’s bid to manufacture the SSLV, a rocket for launching small satellites into low Earth orbit. ISRO will assist HAL for two years, after which HAL can improve the design and choose its own vendors

During his visit to Siwan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Rs 5,700 crore development projects, flagged off the Vande Bharat Express, and handed over PMAY house keys. He reiterated his commitment to Bihar’s growth under the double-engine government

Activists of a tribal organisation enforced an indefinite shutdown in the district in protest against the killing of an elderly Kuki woman. Markets and business establishments remained closed, while vehicular movement was disrupted as Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) activists, including women, blocked several roads in the district

Two ex-Air India crew members claim they were fired for raising safety concerns about the Boeing 787. After the June 12 crash, they appealed to PM Modi for help, alleging ignored warnings and improper investigations by Air India and regulators.

An intense heat wave has gripped Kashmir, pushing temperatures above 35°C and causing severe water shortages. Srinagar recorded its highest June temperature in 20 years, leading to declining river levels and crop distress across the Valley.

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran has accused his brother Kalanidhi Maran of financial crimes dating back 22 years, demanding the restoration of Sun TV shareholding. Sun TV denies the charges, calling them speculative, defamatory, and unrelated to its current operations

After a major service disruption in September 2024, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Mastercard are exploring alternatives to DreamFolks Services for airport lounge access. With growing dissatisfaction, banks may increasingly shift to direct partnerships with lounge operators

RBI’s updated gold loan regulations are set to transform lending practices, with S&P Global Ratings noting that agile lenders stand to benefit. Key changes include stricter LTV calculations and mandatory cash flow-based appraisals, posing operational and compliance challenges for NBFCs