Times of India

Variable Cycle Engines are crucial for upcoming sixth-generation fighter jets. These advanced engines will provide increased thrust and fuel efficiency for combat. General Electric's XA100 engine demonstrates enhanced performance and reduced thermal signatures. European nations are also developing similar adaptive propulsion systems for future combat aircraft. This propulsion technology remains central to maintaining global air superiority in the coming years.

AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj pledged protection for students involved in a recent protest. He assured support for those facing threats from right-wing groups. The Delhi government stated no further adverse legal action would be taken. Review and release of detained individuals will proceed expeditiously. However, action will continue against those with criminal backgrounds.

Delhi government is preparing a new bill for digital land records. Every property will receive a unique 'Property Aadhaar Card' after a scientific survey. This initiative aims to improve ownership records and reduce property disputes. The proposed law will cover all residential and commercial properties across the city. Authenticated digital records will enhance transparency and simplify property transactions.

Opposition MPs staged a symbolic protest in Parliament over alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement. They also demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation regarding NEET-UG student protests. Independent MP Pappu Yadav enacted a priest pocketing donations in a street play performance. Rahul Gandhi and other leaders participated in the demonstration.

Vijay's Jana Nayagan is performing well in its second week. The action drama has now crossed the Rs 150 crore India net mark. Day nine collections show an occupancy of thirteen point five percent. The film's total India gross has reached one hundred seventy-nine point ninety-two crore. Trade circles are watching the second weekend's box office performance closely.

A young Army Major tragically died after his SUV collided with a camel near Jaisalmer. Two Lieutenant-rank officers sustained injuries in the same late-night road accident. The vehicle overturned multiple times after hitting the animal on the road. Army personnel rushed to the site and rescued the trapped officers. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the military station.

In an email sent to executive board members on Friday morning, accessed by TOI, Tirkey said he had sought a written clarification from Hockey India officials regarding the basis of the decision, the process followed and the circumstances under which the change was approved and implemented.

Exiled writer Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly two decades. She described her visit as an emotional homecoming to her own country. Nasreen is scheduled to attend a public program in the city on August 1. This marks her first public appearance in Kolkata since 2007. Protests over her memoir "Dwikhandito" had forced her departure then.

Hanoi is undertaking a significant urban redevelopment plan for modernization. Authorities are investing billions to create new districts and infrastructure. A major riverfront project aims to tackle flooding and climate risks. This ambitious overhaul includes new transport links and a large sports district. However, rapid redevelopment raises concerns about resident displacement and financial risks.

Rahul Gandhi questioned a reporter's affiliation after families of injured police personnel shared their experiences. These families recounted traumatic incidents and sought justice for the injured officers. Earlier, Gandhi had demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into alleged police actions against students. Meanwhile, opposition MPs protested in Parliament, demanding home minister Amit Shah's resignation.

Japan has launched its National Intelligence Bureau, centralizing its intelligence operations. This move replaces the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office, enhancing information sharing. The new agency will focus on counterterrorism and foreign espionage threats. Japan is also lifting its ban on lethal weapons exports. This institutional overhaul signifies a broader recalibration of Japan's security posture.

In a recent statement, a CJP spokesperson Saurav Das condemned the arrest of Ruchika Singh, stating that her comments against the Prime Minister should not lead to criminal charges. He criticized the police for prioritizing such cases over holding accountable MPs with serious criminal backgrounds. The spokesperson emphasized the need to protect young voices like Singh's, urging a withdrawal of cases against student protesters.

A student was assaulted by masked individuals on two motorcycles. The attackers questioned his demand for Prime Minister Modi's resignation. He sustained serious leg injuries and required a plaster cast. An FIR has been registered at Jalahalli Police Station. Police are currently investigating the incident and no arrests have been made.

A methane gas explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan province killed at least thirty-four miners. Ten miners remained trapped underground after the blast ripped through the coal mine. Rescue teams worked against time to locate and recover the remaining trapped workers. Authorities announced compensation for the families of the deceased miners. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within Pakistan's coal mining industry.

A social media influencer apologized after widespread criticism for a viral video. She made remarks about Rapid Action Force personnel during a protest in Delhi. The influencer recreated an advertisement while standing in front of the officers. She later deleted the clip and issued an apology for her actions. Singh also reported receiving threats following the video's circulation.