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J. Yashwant emerges school topper with 95.8 per cent, followed by Tapan Chowdhary at 91 per cent and Pritam Sai Narayan Naik (90 per cent)

In a historic shift, US President Trump met Syrian interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh, marking the first such encounter in 25 years. This occurred after the US lifted sanctions on Syria, a move praised by Saudi Arabia but criticized by Israel due to al-Sharaa's past links to al-Qaeda.

Matthew LaBrot, a former Tesla Staff Program Manager, claims he was terminated for creating a website, "Tesla Employees Against Elon," which demanded Elon Musk's resignation as CEO. The website argues that Musk's damaged personal brand is negatively impacting Tesla's sales and internal workforce.

India's trade relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan are strained due to their support for Pakistan and criticism of India's strikes on terror camps. This has led to calls for boycotts and travel advisories. While trade with both nations is limited, India enjoys a surplus, with key exports including mineral fuels and imports including marble and oil.

Rohit Sharma's off-field humor is making waves after a clip from an interview with Vimal Kumar went viral. Sharma jokingly remarked about having tough conversations with players regarding team selection, showcasing his candidness. This moment follows Sharma's recent retirement from Test cricket, where he scored over 4,300 runs in 67 matches.

Government revealed details of Operation Sindoor. Indian Air Force bypassed Chinese defence systems. They destroyed Pakistani military targets. Strikes occurred at Noor Khan and Rahimyar Khan airbases. India used indigenous platforms. Pakistan's attacks involved Chinese missiles and Turkish drones. Indian air defence systems neutralised these threats. Made-in-India technologies proved successful. Wreckage of foreign weapons was recovered.

Ema Matthews, Auston Matthews' mother, worked tirelessly at multiple jobs, including Starbucks, to finance his hockey dream. Facing the financial challenges of the sport, especially as a family with Mexican heritage, she made significant sacrifices. Her dedication enabled Auston to pursue his passion, ultimately contributing to his rise as an NHL star and inspiring others from underrepresented backgrounds in hockey.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will remain in the Grade A+ category despite retiring from T20Is and Tests. This decision acknowledges their continued contribution to the Indian cricket team. Kohli retired from Tests after 123 matches, amassing 9,230 runs, while Rohit concluded his Test career with 4,301 runs in 67 matches.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a major victory against Maoists, with 31 rebels killed in a counter-insurgency operation at Kurraguttalu Hill on the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Shah hailed the operation as a historic moment in the fight against Naxalism, emphasizing the strategic importance of the hill as a former Maoist stronghold.

Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of an iconic era. With 40 Test wins as captain, he leaves as India’s most successful red-ball leader. His passionate leadership and consistent performances, especially at No. 4, transformed Indian cricket. The void left behind is immense — on the scoreboard and in spirit.

Animesh Kujur, battling heatstroke and fatigue, defied expectations by setting a new national record of 20.40 seconds in the 200m at the Senior Federation Cup. He also contributed to a new national record in the 4x100m relay. Formerly a football player, Kujur's rise in athletics has been meteoric, fueled by inspiration from Usain Bolt and strong family support.

Andhra Pradesh IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh will be participating in the ceremony, thereby giving a big boost to the State’s RE landscape

Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan order notices to the Tamil Nadu government, CBI, and ED

The Indian National Congress questions if PM Modi and External Affairs Minister compromised India’s security interests under the U.S. pressure

Police say two more people died in the Majitha area; both were from Bhangwan village

The two officers have been suspended pending inquiry

Banerjee’s statement came amid celebrations at Mr. Shaw’s residence, where relatives, neighbours and well-wishers gathered with sweets to mark his safe return