Border fencing along Myanmar near Manipur's Moreh town gains momentum

NDA's nomination of C P Radhakrishnan as vice-presidential candidate has placed DMK in a difficult position, as rejecting him could be seen as undermining Tamil pride, while supporting a BJP-backed nominee conflicts with DMK's anti-Centre stance. Pressure is mounting from various Tamil Nadu political leaders to back Radhakrishnan, with DMK expected to announce its position soon. Want More Context? 🔎

MAGA leader Donald Trump advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to surrender lost territory to Russia and abandon NATO ambitions ahead of their White House meeting, suggesting peace could be achieved quickly. The talks are expected to focus on U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine while Trump criticized the media and previous administrations for their handling of the conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

The 2025 T20 Asia Cup will see India and Pakistan without their top run-scorers, as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retired, while Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were omitted from Pakistan's squad. Pakistan, led by Salman Ali Agha, aims to challenge India in the tournament starting September 9, despite recent series losses and the absence of their key players. Want More Context? 🔎

A nine-year-old girl from Thamarassery, Kerala, died from a brain infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, marking the fourth case in the district this year. Health officials are investigating the infection's source and experts recommend caution while swimming in freshwater and using sterile water for nasal cleaning. Want More Context? 🔎

Amid rising recession fears, Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi points to the tech sector's resilience, driven by strong demand for AI, cloud infrastructure investments, and digital transformation spending. Despite economic challenges like stagnant consumer spending and shrinking manufacturing, these factors are expected to provide insulation for tech professionals. Want More Context? 🔎

Jabalpur police have arrested four suspects linked to the Khitola bank heist, where nearly 15 kg of gold was stolen in broad daylight, with the robbery planned inside Raigarh jail. The suspects face charges of dacoity and criminal conspiracy, while police continue to search for additional accomplices and the stolen gold. Want More Context? 🔎