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26/08/2025

The system — known as UPM J1040−3551 AabBab — consists of a pair of cold brown dwarfs orbiting a pair of young red dwarf stars, a configuration never seen before.

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/scientists-rare-quadruple-star-10212925/

26/08/2025

According to Australian investigators, Iranian agents carried out at least two major anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne last year. In fact, there is a history of attacks against Jewish interests in Australia

According to Australian investigators, Iranian agents carried out at least two major anti-semitic attacks against Jewish establishments in Sydney and Melbourne last year. In fact, there is a history of attacks against Jewish interests in Australia since the war in Gaza began in October 2023.

26/08/2025

CDS Chauhan said Mission Sudarshan Chakra will involve 'neutralisation of the enemy’s air vectors, including soft kills and hard kills, both kinetic and direct energy weapons.' Let's unpack his comments.

CDS Chauhan said Mission Sudarshan Chakra will involve 'neutralisation of the enemy’s air vectors, including soft kills and hard kills, both kinetic and direct energy weapons.' Let's unpack his comments to understand what Sudarshan Chakra will require.

26/08/2025

Trump recently wrote a critical social media post about South Korea. However, the meeting went better than expected, thanks to several promises and some strategising on Lee’s part.

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/takeaways-south-korean-lee-president-trump-flattery-10212775/

26/08/2025

Wickremesinghe is the first former Sri Lankan President to be arrested under corruption charges. Several Opposition parties have come out against the move.

Wickremesinghe is the first former Sri Lankan President to be arrested under corruption charges. Several Opposition parties have come out against the move.

26/08/2025

The Indian Navy will simultaneously commission two Nilgiri-class stealth guided-missile frigates, the INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, at Visakhapatnam today.

Here's what to know about their features and legacy.

With their range of versatile weapons and capabilities, these ships can play a crucial role in anti-surface warfare, anti-air warfare, and anti-submarine warfare.

26/08/2025

HM Amit Shah has accused the Opposition’s vice presidential election candidate Justice B Sudershan Reddy (retd) of supporting Naxalism by passing a judgment on Chhattisgarh. What was the case?

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/amit-shah-accuses-opposition-vp-candidate-of-aiding-naxalism-what-was-the-salwa-judum-case-10211483/

25/08/2025

A pilot initiative inaugurated at Satnavari in Nagpur district carries the promise to transform the lives of villagers. What are its various components, and challenges?

A pilot initiative inaugurated at Satnavari in Nagpur district by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis carries the promise to transform the lives of villagers. What are its various components and implementation pathways. What will it cost, and what challenges lie ahead?

25/08/2025

When Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt threw bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly, Vithalbhai Patel was presiding over it. What happened after this still has relevance today. We explain.

When Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt threw bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly, Vithalbhai Patel was presiding over it. What happened after this still has relevance today. We explain.

25/08/2025

An ROV of the kind that is now with the Vadodara and Rajkot Police was used to fish out objects from the bottom of the Mahi river after the Gambhira bridge collapse.

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/underwater-vehicles-gujarat-crime-solving-mahi-10210669/

25/08/2025

Indians were brought to Fiji from 1879 onward as “girmitiyas” or indentured labour transported to work in sugar plantations. The majority of these Indians stay back after the indenture system ended and, over time, gained prosperity.

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/fiji-pm-sitveni-rabuka-relationship-with-countrys-indian-diaspora-10210653/

25/08/2025

On Sunday night, more than 1,000 aspirants and teachers gathered at the Ramlila Maidan in Delhi. What is the Staff Selection Commission exam, and why is it at the centre of a row?

On Sunday night, more than 1,000 aspirants and teachers gathered at the Ramlila Maidan in Delhi. What is the Staff Selection Commission exam, and why is it at the centre of a row?