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Kevin O'Leary suggests China's growing power will unite North American economies. Canada offers minerals and energy, while the US provides scale and innovation. Mexico also plays a vital role in the regional economic landscape. Companies are increasingly using cheaper Chinese artificial intelligence models. This shift occurs as the race for technological dominance accelerates globally.

The number of Left-wing extremism-affected districts has fallen to zero by March 2026. This marks a significant reduction from 126 districts prior to April 2018. Maoist violence has seen a steep decline, with few incidents recorded this year. Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand remain the only states with reported Maoist incidents. However, 37 districts are still classified as legacy and thrust areas.

Karnataka received the most funding from the central government's Electronics Development Fund. The fund's associated venture funds invested over Rs 1,335 crore in 128 companies. Karnataka-based firms secured Rs 854.5 crore, representing nearly two-thirds of total investments. Telangana, Maharashtra, and Delhi also saw significant investments in technology startups. The fund, managed by Canbank Venture Capital Fund, is now in its divestment phase.

Thousands of MBBS graduates cannot take foreign licensing exams. Their colleges have not secured ECFMG sponsor notes for global recognition. This formal note is essential for students seeking international medical practice opportunities. Many students discover this issue only after completing their medical degrees. The National Medical Commission is processing updates for several Indian medical colleges.

Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of police excesses against protesters. He demanded Shah's dismissal and a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the actions. Gandhi also blamed the RSS for the education sector's current problems. Government ministers challenged Gandhi to provide proof or issue an apology. The Lok Sabha experienced disruptions over these serious allegations.

The Rajya Sabha passed a bill proposing jail time for disrupting Vande Mataram. Opposition MPs walked out, demanding a statement on police action against protesters. Junior home minister Nityanand Rai piloted the bill, criticizing Congress's stance on the national song. MP Sanjay Singh questioned the RSS's past refusal to hoist the tricolour. AIADMK MPs noted the practice of playing state anthems after national songs.

India's first dengue virus mapping shows all four serotypes circulating in eight states. This finding could influence the country's upcoming dengue vaccine strategy. Researchers found DENV-2 to be the dominant circulating strain across the nation. Concurrent infections with multiple strains are linked to more severe dengue disease. Continuous molecular surveillance is essential for monitoring virus circulation and guiding policy.

A customer was killed Tuesday after a security guard's gun discharged accidentally. Manish Kumar, a farmer, was updating his Aadhaar card at the Union Bank branch. The ex-serviceman guard, Vinod Kumar, was loading cartridges when the firearm discharged. The bullet struck Manish in the back, and he was rushed to the hospital. Police have arrested the guard and are investigating the incident further.

Dilip Gavit secured gold in the men's T47 100m race with a new Games Record. Mohammed Basil Morssinganakth followed closely, earning the silver medal for India. This remarkable performance ensured a historic one-two finish for the Indian contingent. England's Kevin Santos claimed the bronze medal in the competitive event. The athletes delivered strong performances on the track.

The Supreme Court rejected a plea to ban an animated film on Mahaprabhu Jagannath. Justices emphasized artists' creative expression and tolerance for depicting deities. They noted that preventing such depictions would halt many religious television programs. The court stated that the Censor Board's approval meant no judicial interference was needed. It refused to restrict artistic creativity based on the objections of a few.

Move follows a protest by drivers demanding properly maintained washrooms at luxury hotels

CRPF Director General G P Singh supports troops acting in good faith during duty. He assures responsibility for all decisions made in the public interest. An internal probe found standard operating procedures were followed by RAF personnel. Pellet guns were used after other crowd dispersal methods failed. This investigation may prevent charges against the RAF personnel involved.

Murali Sreeshankar secured the silver medal in the men's long jump event. He achieved a best leap of 8.09m in the fiercely contested final. Jamaica's Tajay Gayle won gold with a jump of 8.15m in the fourth round. Scotland's Stephen Mackenzie claimed the bronze medal with a jump of 8.08m. Lokesh finished fifth in his Commonwealth Games debut competition.

Multiple reports of people, including minors, being detained or arrested by the police, and social media users being asked to take down posts related to the demonstrations have come to the fore

Association demands that a Syndicate meeting be convened without further delay to approve pending appointments and promotions

The suspected narcotic substances were seized over the past one year as part of the ongoing anti-drug crackdown

The Lok Sabha passed a bill to make paper leak punishments more stringent. This legislation aims to expedite trials and deter unfair means in public examinations. The bill proposes significant jail terms and hefty fines for individuals involved in paper leaks. Investigations into paper leak cases are to be completed within two months. The government also highlighted an increase in universities and higher education institutions.