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Three Kuki church leaders were killed and four injured in an armed ambush in Manipur's Kangpokpi district while traveling to an inter-association ecclesiastical meeting. Community sources and the Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust alleged involvement of NSCN-IM and ZUF, calling it a premeditated attack targeting peace efforts.

RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026: South East Central Railway, Bilaspur Division has invited online applications for 1,191 apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the 2026-27 session. The recruitment covers 19 trades including COPA, Fitter, Electrician and Wireman. Applications can be submitted from May 12 to June 11, 2026 through the apprenticeship portal. Candidates must have passed Class 10 with ITI in the relevant trade. Selection will be based on Matriculation and ITI marks with equal weightage.

Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani has been appointed as the next Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Anil Chauhan. He will also serve as secretary of the Department of Military Affairs. Lt Gen Subramani brings extensive experience from various command and staff appointments, including leading formations in diverse operational environments and serving as Vice Chief of the Army Staff.

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Legendary actress Manorama holds a unique record, having shared screen space with seven South Indian Chief Ministers, including Annadurai, Karunanidhi, MGR, and Jayalalithaa. Despite her immense success and a career spanning over 1,500 films, she harbored an unfulfilled dream of portraying a transgender character.

Railway Recruitment Boards have announced the 1st Stage CBT results for Junior Engineer, DMS, and CMA posts under CEN 05/2025. Candidates can now check their scores and qualifying status for the 2nd Stage CBT on respective RRB websites. The exam city intimation and e-call letters for the next stage will be released later.

South Korean scientists have developed a revolutionary neckband that bypasses traditional microphones. Using AI and motion sensors, it translates subtle neck muscle movements into clear speech, even in extremely noisy environments. This innovation promises to restore voices for those unable to speak and enhance communication safety across various industries, heralding a silent future for audio.

Bihar's Council for Higher Education, alongside the Board of Practical Training, has unveiled a pioneering Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Program. This initiative intricately weaves hands-on industrial training with academic learning, ensuring students acquire essential practical competencies while pursuing their degrees.

RIIZE member Sungchan faced online criticism after fans rediscovered a 2026 playlist containing D4vd’s song “Here With Me.” The backlash comes as public attention around the Celeste Rivas Hernandez investigation continues to grow. While some fans criticized Sungchan for the song choice, others defended him, saying the playlist was shared before many recent developments in the criminal case became public.

Southern Command leader Lt Gen Sandeep Jain conducted a thorough review of the operational capabilities and modernization efforts of the Konark Corps. The spotlight was on harnessing innovative technologies for superior surveillance and communication, in addition to necessary equipment enhancements and new operational strategies.

Mallikarjun Kharge has dismissed immediate changes to Karnataka's chief ministership, despite his name surfacing as a potential consensus pick. His extensive experience and neutral stance make him a strong candidate to bridge the Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar divide. His elevation could also mark Karnataka's first Dalit CM, offering symbolic and electoral advantages.

Science and Technology Park (STP) at Pune University announced launch of three new Centres of Excellence and a Global Capability Centre during its 40th anniversary event at Pune International Centre. The initiative focuses on innovation, policy research, geoinformatics. STP highlighted incubation support for 1,372 startups, funding assistance, completion of 659 projects, and development of 26 market-ready products. Dignitaries emphasized AI, policy research, global collaboration, and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem for future entrepreneurs and research-driven growth.

Filmmaker Farah Khan defended the Michael Jackson biopic, calling critics 'morons' and urging an Oscar for lead Jaafar Jackson. Her throwback photo with MJ also delighted fans. The film, starring Miles Teller and Colman Domingo, chronicles Jackson's rise and struggles, hitting theaters April 24, 2026, despite mixed early reviews.

A recent report highlights that while the US can sustain a conflict with Iran for now, it's depleting critical missile stockpiles. This drawdown significantly impacts readiness for potential future conflicts, particularly with China. Rebuilding these advanced munitions will take years, posing a strategic vulnerability for America's global position.