Govt to buy ₹62,000 cr of choppers in biggest Make-in-India defence deal

De'Aaron Fox has signed a four-year, $229 million contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, ensuring his stay with the team through the 2029-2030 season. This comes after his trade to the Spurs in February, where he aims to grow as a leader alongside young talents like Victor Wembanyama, despite facing injury setbacks. Want More Context? 🔎

Laura Govan, ex-partner of NBA veteran Gilbert Arenas, expressed her support for NFL star Cam Ward by commenting a heart emoji on his emotional story about his father's hard work. Govan, a mother of four who have all embraced basketball, resonates with Ward's message about following in a father's footsteps and the importance of pursuing a passion. Want More Context? 🔎

A flat tyre delayed IndiGo's Jabalpur-Mumbai flight (6E 792) by over four hours on Monday, prompting the crew to replace it with a spare flown in from Delhi. While the flight, originally scheduled for 12:35 pm, departed at 5:12 pm, some passengers were rerouted via Delhi and Bengaluru on other IndiGo flights. Want More Context? 🔎

Mohammed Siraj's inspired bowling performance led India to a thrilling 6-run victory over England at The Oval, leveling the series at 2-2. Drawing motivation from a 'believe' image and memories of his father, Siraj took crucial wickets, including Jamie Smith and Gus Atkinson, to secure the win. Want More Context? 🔎

BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya has labeled Rahul Gandhi a "certified anti-national" after the Supreme Court criticized Gandhi's comments regarding the Indian Army. Malviya accused Gandhi of seeking foreign support, collaborating with China against India's interests, and damaging the country's reputation internationally. Want More Context? 🔎

About the AuthorChethan KumarChethan Kumar is a Senior Assistant Editor at the Times of India, specializing in Space & Science while also covering defence, policy, and elections. With nearly 18 years of experience reporting from various locations, he is based in Bengaluru, where he captures the evolving narratives of India's democracy and its scientific advancements.Read More Want More Context? 🔎