India
AAP Expels Punjab MLA For Alleging Lack Of Teachers In Government Schools
Aam Aadmi Party's Maur MLA Sukhbir Singh Maiserkhana has publicly raised concerns over teacher shortages in government schools -- an act AAP deemed an anti-party activity.

North Korea Tests AI-Enabled Ballistic Missile That Can 'Change Flight Orbit'
The launch took place days after Seoul's military demanded an apology from Pyongyang for a blast that wounded three South Korean soldiers in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that it blamed on the North.

Georgia begins 10-year restoration of 132 acres at Towaliga Preserve
The Towaliga Preserve is about to launch an ambitious 10-year forest restoration project, backed by QTS Data Centres. This significant initiative aims to revitalize 132 acres, focusing on ecosystem management and biodiversity enhancement. Throughout the decade, contractors will engage in tasks like invasive species control and planting native trees. After the project, the Southern Conservation Trust will ensure the area remains cared for and healthy.
US Launches Search For Plane That Lost Contact On Trip From Bermuda
A plane with six people aboard lost contact during a flight from Bermuda to Boston

Influencer Mad Sandhu shot dead in Amritsar
Mad Sandhu was shot dead on Saturday in the Pratap Nagar area of Amritsar, Punjab. Preliminary information suggests that assailants opened fire at him, resulting in his death. Police arrived at the scene shortly after receiving information about the shooting. An investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The identities of the assailants remain unknown at this time.
We seem to be learning that currency depreciation is not always bad: Panagariya
Arvind Panagariya, chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, outlines the benefits of a weaker rupee for exports. He stresses that rising import costs can maintain the competitiveness of domestic products. The need for tariff cuts, elimination of quality control orders, and revision of bilateral investment treaties is emphasized. Panagariya also mentions the current economic stability and potential growth of 7-8%. He expresses optimism despite external challenges affecting growth prospects.
70-Year-Old Man Trapped Between Walls Of 2 Houses. Then, A Heroic Rescue
Vinod Vishnu Jadhav, a resident of Palghar, got stuck in a space between the walls that was less than one foot in width.

Popular LGBTQ Influencer And Makeup Artist Mad Sandhu Shot Dead In Amritsar
Mad Sandhu was found lying on the road, blood-soaked, after suffering two gunshots; he had constantly faced homophobic trolling on social media, to which he would hit back by saying, "God has made me the way I am", and wouldn't hide his being gay.

'No deadline for Sheikh Hasina's return', says Indian high commissioner in Bangladesh
High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi addressed the extradition request for Sheikh Hasina from Bangladesh, stating that the matter is under legal review, preventing a set timeline for her repatriation. He clarified that India had no involvement in her arrival, citing the dire circumstances in Bangladesh. As relations between India and Bangladesh grow increasingly strained, the new Bangladeshi government remains resolute in pursuing Hasina's extradition.
Analysis: With New UP Chief, Congress Looks to Smoothen Ties With Samajwadi Party
Aradhana Mishra has replaced Ajay Rai as the UP Congress president.



