Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investor’s Meet (RE-INVEST) 2024 in Gandhinagar, emphasizing India’s commitment to becoming a global leader in renewable energy. He highlighted India’s ambitious goals, including the ‘Mission 500 GW’ initiative, and showcased the country’s potential as a key player in the global energy transition.
India’s men and women chess teams continued their impressive run at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing identical 3.5-0.5 victories in the fourth round. The men’s team defeated Serbia, while the women’s team triumphed over France. Key performances include Dronavalli Harika’s comeback win and Divya Deshmukh’s fourth consecutive victory.
More than 100 people, including dozens of children, were hospitalized after consuming biryani at a DMK meeting in Madurai. The incident, which took place on Friday, saw attendees experiencing vomiting and nausea, leading to a police investigation and concerns about food safety. This incident follows similar events in Andhra Pradesh and Bihar, highlighting the need for stricter food safety measures in public gatherings.
Sweden took a commanding 2-0 lead over India on the opening day of the Davis Cup World Group-1 tie, thanks to impressive wins by Elias Ymer and Leo Borg. The young Swedish duo showcased their skills on the indoor hard courts of The Royal Tennis Hall in Stockholm, putting India in a difficult position heading into Sunday’s doubles rubber.
India has achieved a significant milestone in aviation technology by developing a solar-powered plane capable of flying for up to 90 days. This high-altitude platform (HAPS) has the potential to revolutionize communication and surveillance, especially in remote areas. The development is a testament to India’s growing prowess in aerospace research and innovation.
Delhi and Mumbai airports have climbed and fallen, respectively, in the latest global airport rankings by OAG, with Delhi improving its connectivity while Mumbai experiences a decline. Both airports are prominent hubs for India’s largest low-cost airline, IndiGo, highlighting their significance in the global aviation landscape.
A 22-year-old Indian youth, Mohammed Sufiyan, has returned to India after spending months stranded at the Russia-Ukraine border, having been unwittingly recruited to the Russian army. Sufiyan expressed gratitude to the Indian government for facilitating his return and described the harrowing experiences of the war.
A juice vendor in Ghaziabad was arrested for allegedly serving drinks laced with urine. The incident came to light after customers noticed a yellowish liquid being mixed with the fruit juice. Police recovered a container of urine from the stall and detained the vendor and a teenage worker. This incident follows similar disturbing cases of food contamination in India and the US.
A horrifying incident in Kota, Rajasthan, has resulted in the arrest of six individuals, including a father and son, for allegedly stripping a 12-year-old Dalit boy naked, forcing him to dance, and recording the assault. The incident, which came to light after a viral video surfaced online, has sparked outrage and highlighted the ongoing issue of caste-based violence and exploitation in India.
Heavy rainfall in Agra, India, has led to water leakage from the main dome of the Taj Mahal. While the incident raised concerns, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) assures that no damage has occurred to the monument. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea to declare Agra a heritage city, stating that such a declaration would not provide any special advantage.
