The Times of India

In a remarkable display of engineering prowess, BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme hypercar has achieved a stunning speed of over 500 kmph on a controlled stretch of highway in Abu Dhabi. The feat was executed by celebrated German racing driver Marc Basseng, who benefitted from fine-tuning and optimizations by BYD's engineers prior to this high-stakes test. Limited to just 30 units, the U9 Xtreme sets a new standard for hypercars globally.

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of indigenous weapons development during the Delhi Defence Dialogue. He stated that self-reliance in defense means reducing external dependencies while improving technological capabilities. The government aims to increase defense production and exports significantly by 2029 through enhanced private participation and collaboration. Additionally, he highlighted the need for armed forces involvement in research and development to driv

High Court directs Punjab, UT police chiefs to ensure peaceful last rites of Daljeet Singh under security

Four-year ICMR-funded project to recruit 200 families; at least three affected members, including one with lupus, required

A Bengaluru advocate was found unconscious on the Outer Ring Road and later died in the hospital. Initially thought to have suffered a heart attack, his family's suspicion prompted a post-mortem examination. This examination revealed a blood clot in his brain caused by an assault related to a fare dispute. Police have arrested auto-rickshaw driver Pruthviraj Appajigowda while seeking others present during the incident.

A remarkable scrapbook assembled by Hilda Jeanne Payin in the 1930s was auctioned for an impressive $28,759. This unique collection boasts over 200 signatures from iconic figures across sports, politics, and entertainment, including legends like Babe Ruth and Amelia Earhart, as well as presidents Calvin Coolidge and Herbert Hoover. Each item features personal notes linking them closely to Payin, creating a fascinating historical narrative of 20th-century influencers.

Rock singer Sawyer Hills tour bus flipped in a terrifying crash near the Colorado-Wyoming border after driver David Jackson suffered a sudden medical emergency and died behind the wheel. An autopsy confirmed Jackson died before the crash, which injured four people. His family later revealed he had atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and epilepsy. Heartbroken Sawyer Hill has postponed the remaining North American tour dates, saying his band and crew need time to process the tragedy and heal.#s