War, peace & a car ride: Key moments from PM Modi-Putin Bishkek meet

Congress questions job creation as India posts 7.8% GDP growth in Q1

India's economy expanded by 7.8 percent in the April-June quarter, prompting a political debate over the quality of growth. Prime Minister Modi praised the performance as an extraordinary achievement. However, the Congress party challenged the government, questioning whether the growth was translating into jobs and improved living standards. Opposition leaders raised concerns about sluggish investment, weak consumer confidence, and rising unemployment. They also pointed to declining real wages as evidence that economic gains were not reaching ordinary citizens.

Pakistan Cricket Board releases 7 players, reshuffles coaching staff ahead of third Test

The Pakistan Cricket Board has overhauled its squad and coaching setup following a series of poor results. Seven players have been released, and coaches Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul have been removed from their positions. Five uncapped players have been added to freshen up the squad. Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke will take charge of coaching duties as Pakistan prepares for the third Test against England at Edgbaston.

‘No jurisdiction’: India rejects international court’s order on Indus Water Treaty

Egyptian researchers find eggshell powder in clay bricks boosts heat insulation

Researchers in Egypt have developed fired clay bricks incorporating eggshell waste as a sustainable building material. Adding ten percent eggshell powder to the bricks significantly reduced heat transfer by creating internal pores that improve insulation. The study highlights a practical way to recycle eggshell waste that would otherwise end up in landfills. This approach also reduces the demand for raw materials used in conventional brick production. The findings present a dual benefit of addressing waste management while improving the energy efficiency of buildings.