Poland to sign air defence deal with US worth almost $2 billion

NEW DELHI: The INDIA bloc will meet on Monday to discuss its candidate for the Vice-Presidential election and parliamentary proceedings after clashes with the government. The BJP has nominated CP Radhakrishnan, whose election seems likely due to NDA's majority, while the opposition plans to field a candidate to emphasize ideological differences. Want More Context? 🔎

Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi On Sunday, members of the INDIA bloc, including leaders from RJD, CPI, and Congress, joined Rahul Gandhi in launching the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Sasaram, Bihar, to protest against electoral roll issues and "vote theft" ahead of the upcoming elections. Lalu Prasad humorously criticized rivals while Tejashwi Yadav vowed to protect democracy in Bihar, rallying significant support from a large crowd. Want More Context? 🔎

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed conditions for halting the war in Ukraine, demanding Ukraine recognize Crimea as Russian territory and withdraw from Donetsk and Luhansk, while offering to return some small areas in Sumy and Kharkiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected these territorial concessions, emphasizing the need for security guarantees ahead of his meeting with Trump. Want More Context? 🔎

Uttarakhand Waqf board chairman Shadab Shams Uttarakhand's cabinet announced the introduction of the Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, aimed at extending minority status to various communities beyond Muslims, according to Waqf board chairman Shadab Shams. The bill will establish an authority for recognizing minority institutions, ensuring quality education while safeguarding institutional rights and allowing study of Gurmukhi and Pali. Want More Context? 🔎

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were seen enjoying a casual stroll in London, engaging with locals and showcasing their approachable nature as Kohli prepares for the upcoming Australia cricket series. Meanwhile, Kohli celebrated India's thrilling 6-run victory over England in the final Test, praising Mohammed Siraj's key performance, which included a five-wicket haul that secured the draw in the series. Want More Context? 🔎

In the mid-1970s, Nolan Bushnell, co-founder of Atari, declined an opportunity to invest $50,000 for a one-third stake in Apple, a decision that would have made him the world's first trillionaire as Apple's value soared to around $2.8 trillion. While he missed immense wealth, Bushnell's legacy as a gaming pioneer and mentor to Steve Jobs remains influential in Silicon Valley culture. Want More Context? 🔎