Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) chairman S Somanath highlighted the significant societal benefits of India’s space program, stating that for every rupee invested, the return is Rs 2.5. A recent study revealed that the space sector has contributed $60 billion to India’s GDP between 2014 and 2024, creating millions of jobs and establishing India as a leading spacefaring nation.

Donald Trump has chosen former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard for a surprising role as Director of National Intelligence. Trump praised Gabbard, now identifying as a Republican, for her two decades of service and broad support. Gabbard, who represented Hawaii’s 2nd congressional district, left the Democratic Party in 2022, criticizing its stance on war and military intervention.

The Congress government has also decided to safeguard assets belonging to state-run Hindu temples, remove any encroachments, and provide money for this