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Three former semiconductor engineers—Sujoy Chakravarty, Ravi Mehta and Biman Chattopadhyay—built a successful chip IP company, sold it to Synopsys, and launched Bengaluru-based Quanfluence to develop room-temperature quantum computers. After months of studying quantum technologies, they chose photonics as the most practical approach. Supported by academic experts, the startup now offers commercial cloud-based quantum computing solutions, demonstrating India's growing capabilities in frontier technology while highlighting the importance of lifelong learning, engineering excellence and innovation.

India begins its Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow with a compact contingent. The program features ten sports, a significant reduction from previous games. Athletics forms the backbone of the campaign with many competitors. Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain are key figures for India. Glasgow offers a learning opportunity before India hosts the games in 2030.

Supporters nationwide send food and medicines to protesters at Jantar Mantar. Students organized a golgappa cart to serve the assembled demonstrators. Delivery riders navigate barricades to hand over packages to protest attendees. Volunteers manage food and medicine distribution points, offering their services. Students also work to maintain the protest site's cleanliness and peaceful nature.

'Dhurandhar' actress Ayesha Khan revealed she was detained by Mumbai Police on July 22 for standing on the road near the Jantar Mantar-inspired CJP protest. She shared videos from inside the police van, questioning the lack of explanation. Ayesha had earlier urged paparazzi and media to cover the Delhi protest.

Marc Cucurella's long hair carries a deeply personal meaning. The Spain defender reportedly keeps it untied so his autistic son, Mateo, can easily recognize him on the pitch. Cucurella and partner Claudia Rodriguez have also shared their emotional journey after Mateo's autism diagnosis and how it transformed their family's life.

Lalit Modi announced his return to India after SAFEMA tribunal cleared penalties. He will apply for an OCI card as he surrendered his Indian passport. Modi claimed he fled India due to threats from Dawood Ibrahim. He stated he has won all his legal cases in India. Modi will continue residing in his London mansion while visiting India.

A J&K police head constable was killed by a terrorist in Anantnag's busy market. The attack occurred during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, which has faced disruptions. Security forces have launched a search and detained several individuals for questioning. This incident marks the first attack in Kashmir since a previous massacre. Officials condemned the act, vowing that it would not go unpunished.

A massive boulder struck a tempo on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killing two people and injuring four others. Meanwhile, officials narrowly escaped separate landslides on the Jammu-Poonch highway. Vehicular movement on the Jammu-Srinagar highway was suspended due to multiple landslides. Relentless rainfall battered the Jammu region, triggering further mudslides and shooting stones. All major pilgrimages have remained suspended in Jammu and Kashmir since July 19.

A cabin crew member was allegedly raped by her cab driver while traveling to the airport. Police registered a rape case and arrested the 23-year-old driver from Shamshabad. The accused confessed to the offense during interrogation by police officials. He had taken a detour and forced himself upon the woman inside the cab. The woman contacted police with help and was sent for medical examination.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila. They discussed fair market access and trade balance, and supply chain reliability. Border peace and tranquility remain a prerequisite for normal bilateral ties between the two nations. India welcomed recent measures to normalize Sino-Indian relations and direct flights. Both sides engaged to ensure border peace since October 2024.

As ESPN makes headlines with significant layoffs, Pat McAfee faces backlash for his notable contract negotiations. Supporters link his financial discussions to the job cuts, but McAfee clarifies that these decisions are part of separate budgeting issues. Yet, the unfavorable optics of his arrangement complicate his defense, prompting a deeper examination of ESPN's commitment to its workforce.

New York City has opened applications for a new kind of government job. Mayor Zohran Mamdani is hiring software engineers, product designers, user researchers and data experts for Public Interest Technology Crews—around 30 full-time roles across four teams, backed by $5.24 million in the city budget. Their first build is a complaint portal enforcing New York's Click to Cancel subscription rule, live from October 1.

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Bollywood star Salman Khan has voiced his support for students protesting against paper leaks, calling the issue "very serious" and urging that the movement remain focused on education rather than politics. Taking to Instagram, Salman praised students for coming together to demand a better education system and also acknowledged the support extended by their parents. However, he expressed sadness over reports that the otherwise peaceful protests had turned violent.

A Telangana engineer remains on government rolls after two decades abroad. He left for the US in 2006 without mandatory approval and returned briefly. The state government has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the engineer for misconduct. These proceedings aim to determine charges and decide further action for termination. The engineer has not submitted a defense statement to the inquiry authority.

Leo Tolstoy, a renowned writer and thinker, profoundly influenced global leaders with his ideas. His novels explored human psychology and societal complexities with great depth. Tolstoy advocated for personal change, emphasizing compassion and non-violence over blame. This philosophy continues to resonate, guiding individuals toward inner growth and better relationships. His teachings highlight that societal improvement begins with individual transformation and responsible action.

Plainclothes police involvement in protests drew criticism for lacking uniforms and identification. Senior officers explained this is necessary for intelligence gathering and undercover operations. Such deployments are not new and aim to manage large crowds effectively. While not strictly prohibited, it creates ambiguity during public demonstrations. Police leadership now discourages this practice unless situations escalate or manpower is short.

Volunteers are providing essential support at the CJP protest. They offer shade and water to demonstrators enduring the heat. Many individuals stepped in without formal assignments to help. Young and old alike demonstrate unwavering resolve and solidarity. This organic network ensures the protest continues despite challenges.