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'Very difficult to communicate': Iran President Pezeshkian on Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

JPMorgan's Dimon urges CEOs to join coalition for AI and infrastructure safety

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is reaching out to top executives across major industries to address risks posed by AI and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities. He is calling on them to join an industry-wide coalition aimed at establishing shared safety standards and coordinating protective policies with the government. The initiative spans sectors including financial services, energy, and telecommunications. Dimon has previously expressed concern about increasingly powerful AI models and advocates for rigorous oversight of the technology.

Why was a plane allowed to take off as Trump's helicopter approached

Rahane urges patience for Sooryavanshi's Test future after mixed England debut

Veteran cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has offered advice to young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, stressing the need for patience as the teenager adjusts to international cricket. Rahane highlighted the stark contrast between the pressures of IPL and those of playing for the national side. Sooryavanshi had an inconsistent debut tour of England but recovered impressively in the subsequent T20I series against Zimbabwe. The youngster capped his Zimbabwe campaign by earning the Player of the Series award, signalling a strong bounce-back from his earlier struggles.

What stopped 'biggest attack since World War II' on Iran? Trump reveals

Marine One Reportedly Came Within a Mile of Passenger Plane Over Washington

President Trump's Marine One helicopter reportedly came dangerously close to a commercial passenger aircraft over Washington DC on Tuesday. The incident occurred after communications between the helicopter and air traffic controllers became garbled. The two aircraft came within less than a mile of each other in the airspace above the US capital. Authorities are looking into the circumstances surrounding the near-miss event.

BCCI moves to standardise Bronco and 2K fitness tests after England tour concerns

The BCCI is working to standardise its player fitness testing protocols following issues that surfaced during the England tour. The shake-up comes after Adrian Leroux replaced Soham Desai as the team's strength and conditioning coach last year. Since Leroux's appointment, the Bronco test replaced the Yo-Yo test as the primary fitness benchmark for players. However, the BCCI medical team and the Centre of Excellence have reportedly struggled to coordinate effectively in evaluating player fitness. The board is now seeking to align both units to ensure consistent assessment standards going forward.

Jaipur School Principal Suspended After Deaf Students Protest Poor Conditions

Students at a school for the deaf in Jaipur have been staging protests over multiple long-standing grievances. Their concerns include the deteriorating state of the school building and a shortage of trained teachers. Students also highlighted inadequate infrastructure and poor overall educational facilities. In response to the unrest, authorities suspended the school's principal over charges of mismanagement.

Iran's President Pezeshkian Says Enemies Failed to Destabilize the Country

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a televised address to the nation, claiming that foreign enemies had attempted to reduce Iran to a state of conflict similar to Syria. He attributed the failure of these efforts to the unity and resilience of the Iranian people. According to Pezeshkian, the attempts to weaken Iran took multiple forms, including war, economic sanctions, and political pressure. The president's remarks reflect Tehran's longstanding narrative of resistance against external interference in its internal affairs.

Cabinet secretary and home secretary get one-year extensions

Hold mass outreach camps for doorstep delivery of tribal welfare schemes: Government

India Rejects Pakistan's Youm-e-Istehsal as Propaganda, Defends J&K Decisions

India has strongly rebutted Pakistan's Youm-e-Istehsal observance, dismissing it as a propaganda exercise designed to distract from Pakistan's own human rights record and alleged terrorism links. The Indian government maintained that constitutional changes made in Jammu and Kashmir are a matter of national sovereignty and not open to external challenge. New Delhi pointed to what it described as ongoing human rights violations in Pakistan-administered territories, urging the international community to take note. India further called on Pakistan to end violence and vacate territories it considers illegally occupied.

Amit Shah is responsible for violence against student protesters: Rahul Gandhi

Jana Nayagan Reaches Rs 183.35 Cr India Net After 14 Days Amid Slowing Collections

Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan continued to slow at the box office on its fourteenth day. The action drama earned an estimated Rs 1.80 crore in India on Wednesday, marking a 14.3% drop. Cumulative India net collections have now reached Rs 183.35 crore over two weeks. The film's worldwide gross has surpassed Rs 306 crore, with Tamil Nadu remaining its top-performing market.

PM Narendra Modi to NDA MPs at breakfast meeting: ‘Be careful & dignified while using technology’

How Coco Gauff's Family Sacrifices Helped Shape a Grand Slam Champion

Coco Gauff's rise to tennis stardom has been deeply intertwined with her family's unwavering support and personal sacrifices. Her parents restructured their lives to stand by her as she pursued her dream of becoming a professional tennis player. The family remained a constant presence through the intense pressures of elite competition, celebrating each milestone along the way. Gauff made her mark at Wimbledon at just 15 years old before claiming her first Grand Slam title at the 2023 US Open. Her journey highlights how faith, sacrifice, and a strong family foundation can help forge a world-class champion.

Assam Flood Death Toll Climbs to 95 as 14 Districts Remain on High Alert

The flood situation in Assam continues to deteriorate, with six more deaths recorded in the past 24 hours. The cumulative death toll from flood-related incidents during the current monsoon season has now reached 95. Authorities have placed 14 districts on high alert as conditions remain severe across the state. The ongoing flooding poses a significant threat to life and infrastructure in the region.

Rajya Sabha passes judges Bill; Opposition raises ordinance route, diversity deficit

Candace Owens draws criticism for dragging uninvolved people into Kirk probe coverage

Conservative commentator Candace Owens is facing renewed backlash following a viral post on X accusing her of implicating innocent individuals in her coverage of the Charlie Kirk investigation. Critics also accused her of promoting conspiracy theories without sufficient evidence to support her claims. Owens addressed allegations involving Frank Turek, stating that viewers could form their own judgments based on his remarks, while also teasing updates related to Officer Bagley and Alan Robertson. The controversy has reignited broader debate about her reporting methods and the credibility of her evidence.

Cracked walls, dry taps, dirty toilets: Jaipur students’ protest costs principal his post