Gwyneth Paltrow to host private dinner for OpenAI CEO Sam Altman at her home

Centre gives nod to set up a bench of J&K HC in Ladakh

Amit Shah praises South India's innovation and governance at Zonal Council meet

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting held in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. He commended the southern states for building strong traditions in innovation and revenue generation. Shah stated that the rest of India should look to South India as a model in these two areas. The remarks were made during an address to chief ministers gathered at the inter-state coordination forum.

Women Voters Hold the Key to Uttar Pradesh's 2027 Assembly Election

With over six crore registered women voters, Uttar Pradesh's 2027 assembly elections are shaping up to be significantly influenced by female electoral participation. Women's voter turnout has consistently exceeded that of men in recent state polls, making them a decisive demographic. Both the BJP and the Samajwadi Party are actively courting women voters through welfare schemes and direct cash transfer promises. Political parties recognise that securing the trust of this voter bloc will be critical to winning the election.

NASA launches $500,000 challenge to improve space weather predictions

NASA has launched the Orbital Clarity Challenge, inviting innovators to submit proposals for affordable technology solutions targeting upper atmospheric research. The initiative seeks to improve the accuracy of predictions related to satellite orbit changes caused by atmospheric drag. Winners of the competition stand to receive up to $500,000 in prize money for their concepts. In addition to the financial reward, selected participants will also be offered a complimentary test flight to validate their technologies in real conditions.