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As Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore return to Earth after 9 months, let's take a look at the importance of International Space Station (ISS).

India strengthens its naval fleet amid growing challenges in the Indian Ocean, countering China's dominance and Pakistan's strategy. With advanced warships, submarines, and strategic partnerships, India aims to secure maritime routes and deter regional threats.

China’s rising defence budget signals strategic ambition but is hindered by corruption, procurement inefficiencies, and operational challenges. Transparency issues and systemic weaknesses raise doubts about Beijing’s military effectiveness despite rapid spending increases.

China’s arms exports face a credibility crisis as its fighter jets, drones, and naval vessels repeatedly fail in real combat. Countries like Pakistan, Nigeria, and Myanmar report severe technical flaws, undermining China’s military-industrial reputation globally.

The Lilavati Hospital trust has accused former trustees of siphoning Rs 1,500 crore and performing black magic rituals. Multiple FIRs have been filed, with the Economic Offences Wing and Enforcement Directorate investigating financial fraud and occult practices.

Delimitation means the process of fixing the number of seats and boundaries of territorial constituencies in each State for the Lok Sabha and Legislative assemblies.

India's artillery modernisation focuses on indigenous systems like ATAGS, K9 Vajra, and Pinaka to enhance mobility, precision, and strategic autonomy amid evolving security challenges.

Separatist militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked Pakistan's Jaffar Express in Balochistan, taking over 100 hostages and injuring the train driver amid escalating insurgent violence.

Bharti Airtel has announced a partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink's satellite-based high-speed internet services in India. This collaboration aims to enhance internet connectivity across the country, especially in remote and underserved regions.

The S&P 500 has now declined by over 8% from its February 19 all-time high, while the Nasdaq Composite officially entered correction territory after plunging more than 10% from its December peak.