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Addressing the media after visiting the spot at the Khassa cantonment boundary wall in Amritsar, the DGP said the incident appears to be part of Pakistan's "ISI-design" to create unrest in Punjab.

Parents are urged to shift focus from academic scores to nurturing essential soft skills for children's future success. Effective communication, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork, and resilience in the face of failure are highlighted as crucial. This approach equips children to navigate life's challenges with confidence and independence, ensuring they are truly future-ready.

Khetolai village in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district became historically significant due to its unique geological structure, which lacked groundwater. This made the region ideal for India's Pokhran-II nuclear tests in 1998, preventing radioactive contamination. The village now draws visitors interested in India's nuclear history.

The National Investigation Agency is investigating two recent explosions in Punjab, with teams dispatched to Jalandhar and Amritsar. These incidents, occurring within hours of each other, have raised security concerns and drawn sharp political criticism regarding the state's law and order situation.

India and Japan on Wednesday strengthened their cooperation in emerging technologies and health research, with both countries exchanging agreements in the fields of quantum science and medical devices during a high-level bilateral meeting in New Delhi.

Priya Kumari, securing rank 232 in the UPSC exam, highlights the crucial role of resilience and unwavering family support. Despite facing setbacks and juggling a job, her parents' belief in her potential, prioritizing education over marriage concerns, empowered her journey. This story underscores the strength found in self-belief and a supportive environment.

A shocking dowry-related murder has come to light in Patna, where a newly married woman's body was exhumed from a deep grave. Her in-laws allegedly murdered her and buried her body, even setting the site ablaze to conceal the crime. Police have launched a manhunt for the absconding accused, promising swift justice.

Fresh reports reveal internal Pentagon discussions exploring punitive measures against Nato allies, including Spain, for perceived lack of support during the Iran conflict. These discussions, alongside President Trump's continued questioning of US commitment, expose deep divisions within the alliance, raising questions about its future and European security.

For years, the narrative of "finding your passion" blurred livelihood with purpose. Layoffs are now exposing its fragility.

SpaceX has flagged significant regulatory and market risks for its AI unit, xAI, ahead of its planned IPO. Investigations into Grok chatbot's alleged creation of explicit imagery, including child sexual abuse material, could lead to legal action and restricted market access globally. The company acknowledges ongoing probes in multiple countries, highlighting potential operational impacts.

Global condom giant Karex Bhd is hiking prices by up to 30% due to Iran war-induced supply chain disruptions and soaring raw material costs. Naphtha shortages are crippling production, leading to a worldwide shortage of essential goods, from condoms to plastic packaging, impacting public health initiatives, especially in developing nations.

Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was shot at in Lahore after a TV appearance, with assailants escaping on motorcycles. The attack, which bore similarities to a Bollywood film scene, has drawn condemnation from Hafiz Saeed's party, which questioned the Punjab government's security. Hamza, designated a terrorist by the US, previously headed LeT's special campaigns.

In a pattern that has become familiar over the past few years, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba leader was killed by unknown gunmen just days after another one survived an assassination attempt