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SpaceX launches 13th Starship test flight, deploys 20 next-generation Starlink satellites

SpaceX launches 13th Starship test flight, deploys 20 next-generation Starlink satellites

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SpaceX’s Starship rocket lifts off for a test flight from Starbase, Texas SpaceX on Friday launched its Starship rocket on its 13th test flight, sending the world’s largest and most powerful launch vehicle into space carrying 20 next-generation Starlink satellites as the company advanced its plans for future Moon and Mars missions.The 407-foot (124-metre) rocket…

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Sonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strikeSonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strikeSonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strike12 NEW DELHI: Government is keeping its fingers crossed after its successful attempt to persuade activist Sonam Wangchuk – whose wide recognition helped expand the reach of Cockroach Janta Party’s protest into uncomfortable territory for BJP – to break his hunger strike.CJP’s assertion, though, to continue and even escalate the agitation if its demand for education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation is not met has muddied the waters, but govt feels the successful engagement with the Ladakh activist coupled with measures taken by it will help counter the allegation that govt has not been sensitive to students’ concerns and resonate with those not affiliated with AAP, the Left and other opponents and their student outfits.The breakthrough with Wangchuk became possible because of deft footwork, including behind-the-scenes moves by home minister Amit Shah, that saw ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh overcoming the activist and bringing in local netas of Ladakh. Wangchuk’s fears about violence and the risk of protests being overtaken – something that he articulated in the video-graphed conversation with the ministers – were helpful.Official circles are hopeful that Wangchuk’s appeal for peaceful protests and against any form of violence, besides govt’s positive response to his demand for not registering criminal cases against peaceful protestors and suitable compensation to families of NEET aspirants who died by suicide, will have a positive impact and may also help isolate “genuine” students from activists motivated by a dizzying array of motives – from partisan political considerations and gender fluidity to angst over Brahmanical patriarchy and Manuvad and Hindutva dominance.Unlike Abhijeet Dipke-led CJP, Wangchuk has not insisted on Pradhan’s resignation. Considering it as the hook that connected that segment of youth with the protest who are not overtly political and might have been even otherwise sympathetic to some of the causes of the party, Wangchuk nuancing his pitch for accountability for paper leaks and expanding it beyond the individual to the ministry should help a govt pitted against a determined and competitive push for the minister’s scalp.PM Modi was quick on X to wish the Ladakh activist – who was detained under NSA last year for his alleged role in violent protest in the UT – and that he regains the weight he lost in the fast.CJP could not have been pleased with the turn of events, but it was careful not to express its annoyance. Dipke lauded Wangchuk’s “extraordinary courage” but left no doubt that he would carry on with his protest until Pradhan was sacked.The rift was evident after Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali Angmo wrote on X, “Before you rush to criticise Wangchuk, first pause to earn the ethos of fasting for 26 days for a cause larger than yourself. He lies in the ICU today, having lost 11 kg, including muscle mass, because he chose sacrifice over comfort… The least we can offer him is a day of compassion before burdening him with our own expectations and political calculations. Not everyone is qualified to judge a life of selfless service. One must first earn the moral stature to do so. Please. Have a heart.”Also read: CJP-Centre 3rd round of talks today; PM Modi, Wangchuk release late night video – top developmentsBJP’s Amit Malviya was quick to take a jibe at Dipke, saying there is now little justification for “his gang” to continue the protest and alleged their objective no longer appears to address students’ concerns but to manufacture a political victory by insisting on Pradhan’s resignation. It was Wangchuk’s forcible removal, although with court authorisation from the protest site on July 18 that imparted the first real burst of agitational energy into the campaign, before the protestors’ march to Parliament and police’s alleged heavy-handedness turned it into a national headline.Since he broke his 26-day fast by accepting soup from health minister Nadda and without the presence of any CJP representative, telltale signs of the organisation’s drift from its star draw have emerged. While doubts persist in govt circles over CJP’s motives and its insistence on Pradhan’s resignation remains a hurdle, govt will not like to give an impression of sacrificing its key figure to street protests but believes that continuing negotiations with the organisation is an enterprise worth its pursuit. Accused of being tone-deaf over the issue of paper leaks and even insensitive to the growing concerns of candidates of competitive exams, govt believes its engagement with and even concessions to CJP’s demands, except Pradhan’s ouster, will negate the perception.Dipke’s own background with AAP and active support he had received from Left organisations mean that a chunk of agitators is unlikely to back down till govt fully concedes. But govt is keen to bridge its gap with a large chunk of apolitical protestors, who have connected with the concerns being espoused by CJP. Modi has taken the lead by announcing fast-track courts to pursue paper leak cases and a bill to make punishment for the guilty stiffer. Termination of 47 officials of NTA, which holds exams like NEET and JEE, and expected reform measures in education are part of that push.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCJP To Collect Protest Videos, Identify Police Personnel, Seek FIRs Over July 20 CrackdownCabinet Approves Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill; Up To 10-Year Jail And Rs 10 Crore Fine ProposedDelhi Police Fact-Checks Viral Claim On Passport Cancellation Of CJP ProtestersCentre Seeks Time Till Saturday On Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation Demand, Says CJP After TalksMassive Anti-Terror Sweep After Anantnag Terror Attack, Omar Abdullah Questions ActionUS Slaps 10% Tariff on India! Is This a Trade Warning or a Big Win for Indian Exports?Delhi Police Special Cell Probe Into Violence Against 129 Personnel, 11 FIRs Registered | WatchSonam Wangchuk Ends Fast After Centre’s Written Assurances As Delhi Remains Under Lockdown MeasuresCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile System123PhotostoriesKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’s Apara Mehta on separation with husband; recalls husband Darshan Jariwala saying, ‘I’ve Fallen Out of Love, You’re the Ugliest Woman’What happens when you mix bay leaves and vinegar and use it in the kitchen?Why Indian women wear toe rings: The forgotten meanings across different statesShubhanshu Shukla carried 3 Indian dishes to space: 9 other desi dishes that made to space in pastFeeling emotionally drained? These 5 things may be weighing you downDia Mirza’s ivory anarkali is so graceful, it leaves maximalism searching for attention10 beautiful baby names inspired by timeless musical instrumentsInternational self-care day 2026: Every Indian woman puts everyone first; these 9 signs say it’s time to choose yourselfFrom Sandwich to Nachos: 10 international dishes named after famous real peopleThe untold story of the Shroud of Turin: A fabric wrapped in faith and science123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

Sonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strikeSonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strikeSonam Wangchuk as he broke hi hunger strike12 NEW DELHI: Government is keeping its fingers crossed after its successful attempt to persuade activist Sonam Wangchuk – whose wide recognition helped expand the reach of Cockroach Janta Party’s protest into uncomfortable territory for BJP – to break his hunger strike.CJP’s assertion, though, to continue and even escalate the agitation if its demand for education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation is not met has muddied the waters, but govt feels the successful engagement with the Ladakh activist coupled with measures taken by it will help counter the allegation that govt has not been sensitive to students’ concerns and resonate with those not affiliated with AAP, the Left and other opponents and their student outfits.The breakthrough with Wangchuk became possible because of deft footwork, including behind-the-scenes moves by home minister Amit Shah, that saw ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh overcoming the activist and bringing in local netas of Ladakh. Wangchuk’s fears about violence and the risk of protests being overtaken – something that he articulated in the video-graphed conversation with the ministers – were helpful.Official circles are hopeful that Wangchuk’s appeal for peaceful protests and against any form of violence, besides govt’s positive response to his demand for not registering criminal cases against peaceful protestors and suitable compensation to families of NEET aspirants who died by suicide, will have a positive impact and may also help isolate “genuine” students from activists motivated by a dizzying array of motives – from partisan political considerations and gender fluidity to angst over Brahmanical patriarchy and Manuvad and Hindutva dominance.Unlike Abhijeet Dipke-led CJP, Wangchuk has not insisted on Pradhan’s resignation. Considering it as the hook that connected that segment of youth with the protest who are not overtly political and might have been even otherwise sympathetic to some of the causes of the party, Wangchuk nuancing his pitch for accountability for paper leaks and expanding it beyond the individual to the ministry should help a govt pitted against a determined and competitive push for the minister’s scalp.PM Modi was quick on X to wish the Ladakh activist – who was detained under NSA last year for his alleged role in violent protest in the UT – and that he regains the weight he lost in the fast.CJP could not have been pleased with the turn of events, but it was careful not to express its annoyance. Dipke lauded Wangchuk’s “extraordinary courage” but left no doubt that he would carry on with his protest until Pradhan was sacked.The rift was evident after Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali Angmo wrote on X, “Before you rush to criticise Wangchuk, first pause to earn the ethos of fasting for 26 days for a cause larger than yourself. He lies in the ICU today, having lost 11 kg, including muscle mass, because he chose sacrifice over comfort… The least we can offer him is a day of compassion before burdening him with our own expectations and political calculations. Not everyone is qualified to judge a life of selfless service. One must first earn the moral stature to do so. Please. Have a heart.”Also read: CJP-Centre 3rd round of talks today; PM Modi, Wangchuk release late night video – top developmentsBJP’s Amit Malviya was quick to take a jibe at Dipke, saying there is now little justification for “his gang” to continue the protest and alleged their objective no longer appears to address students’ concerns but to manufacture a political victory by insisting on Pradhan’s resignation. It was Wangchuk’s forcible removal, although with court authorisation from the protest site on July 18 that imparted the first real burst of agitational energy into the campaign, before the protestors’ march to Parliament and police’s alleged heavy-handedness turned it into a national headline.Since he broke his 26-day fast by accepting soup from health minister Nadda and without the presence of any CJP representative, telltale signs of the organisation’s drift from its star draw have emerged. While doubts persist in govt circles over CJP’s motives and its insistence on Pradhan’s resignation remains a hurdle, govt will not like to give an impression of sacrificing its key figure to street protests but believes that continuing negotiations with the organisation is an enterprise worth its pursuit. Accused of being tone-deaf over the issue of paper leaks and even insensitive to the growing concerns of candidates of competitive exams, govt believes its engagement with and even concessions to CJP’s demands, except Pradhan’s ouster, will negate the perception.Dipke’s own background with AAP and active support he had received from Left organisations mean that a chunk of agitators is unlikely to back down till govt fully concedes. But govt is keen to bridge its gap with a large chunk of apolitical protestors, who have connected with the concerns being espoused by CJP. Modi has taken the lead by announcing fast-track courts to pursue paper leak cases and a bill to make punishment for the guilty stiffer. Termination of 47 officials of NTA, which holds exams like NEET and JEE, and expected reform measures in education are part of that push.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCJP To Collect Protest Videos, Identify Police Personnel, Seek FIRs Over July 20 CrackdownCabinet Approves Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill; Up To 10-Year Jail And Rs 10 Crore Fine ProposedDelhi Police Fact-Checks Viral Claim On Passport Cancellation Of CJP ProtestersCentre Seeks Time Till Saturday On Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation Demand, Says CJP After TalksMassive Anti-Terror Sweep After Anantnag Terror Attack, Omar Abdullah Questions ActionUS Slaps 10% Tariff on India! Is This a Trade Warning or a Big Win for Indian Exports?Delhi Police Special Cell Probe Into Violence Against 129 Personnel, 11 FIRs Registered | WatchSonam Wangchuk Ends Fast After Centre’s Written Assurances As Delhi Remains Under Lockdown MeasuresCJP Protest: Injured Protester Returns, Another Searches For Missing StudentIndia Conducts Maiden Flight Test Of Long-Range ‘Kusha’ Air Defence Missile System123PhotostoriesKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’s Apara Mehta on separation with husband; recalls husband Darshan Jariwala saying, ‘I’ve Fallen Out of Love, You’re the Ugliest Woman’What happens when you mix bay leaves and vinegar and use it in the kitchen?Why Indian women wear toe rings: The forgotten meanings across different statesShubhanshu Shukla carried 3 Indian dishes to space: 9 other desi dishes that made to space in pastFeeling emotionally drained? These 5 things may be weighing you downDia Mirza’s ivory anarkali is so graceful, it leaves maximalism searching for attention10 beautiful baby names inspired by timeless musical instrumentsInternational self-care day 2026: Every Indian woman puts everyone first; these 9 signs say it’s time to choose yourselfFrom Sandwich to Nachos: 10 international dishes named after famous real peopleThe untold story of the Shroud of Turin: A fabric wrapped in faith and science123Hot PicksSchool holiday todayDelhi metroCJP ProtestMumbai rainGujarat RainAIIMS notificationNEET paper controversyAAI recruitment 2026Caitline ClarkTop TrendingMP NEET Arpirant RapeNEET Paper LeakCJP Protester AssaultedKerala IPS Ajith Kumar SuspensionAssam Flood DeathsDelhi Metro Stations ClosedMumbai ProtestUP Amroha WeddingHarbhajan singhIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

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NEW DELHI: Government is keeping its fingers crossed after its successful attempt to persuade activist Sonam Wangchuk – whose wide recognition helped expand the reach of Cockroach Janta Party’s protest into uncomfortable territory for BJP – to break his hunger strike.CJP’s assertion, though, to continue and even escalate the agitation if its demand for education…

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‘The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power’: Morfydd Clark and Jamie Cambell Bower’s Galadriel-Celeborn romance steals all the attention in Season 3 teaser; cast, plot, release schedule revealed – WATCH

‘The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power’: Morfydd Clark and Jamie Cambell Bower’s Galadriel-Celeborn romance steals all the attention in Season 3 teaser; cast, plot, release schedule revealed – WATCH

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The first teaser trailer for ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 3 is out and it promises to take fans into Middle-earth’s descent into darkness.While glimpses of the Dark Lord, wizards, the Orcs, Elves and Dwarfs flooded the 99-second trailer, it is the emotional reunion between Morfydd Clark’s Galadriel and Jamie…

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Donald Trump returns to White House Correspondents’ dinner months after shooting forced postponement

Donald Trump returns to White House Correspondents’ dinner months after shooting forced postponement

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US President Donald Trump attends the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner US President Donald Trump on Friday attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner, nearly three months after the annual event was postponed following a shooting outside the original venue.The US president is set to address journalists from major news organisations after months…

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Daily Nadi Horoscope for Scorpio (25th July 2026): Don’t Let Pride Hide What Needs Healing

Daily Nadi Horoscope for Scorpio (25th July 2026): Don’t Let Pride Hide What Needs Healing

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This day is all about your emotions, identity, health, instincts and personal choices. With the Moon in Scorpio, one’s internal feelings can be intensified, and day-to-day reactions can feel very personal. Jyeshtha Nakshatra rules seniority, protection, secrecy and accountability. Today will be a test of your ability to demonstrate an intelligent restraint of emotion. What…

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Argentine President Javier Milei speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Asuncion, Paraguay, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Jorge Saenz) The fallout from Argentina’s dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain continues to intensify, with President Javier Milei launching a defiant social media response after an online petition calling for Argentina to…

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US government just told Harvard, Stanford, MIT and other top universities that more than you individual scientists can ‘help’ America beat China

US government just told Harvard, Stanford, MIT and other top universities that more than you individual scientists can ‘help’ America beat China

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The US government plans to give money to individual scientists directly, instead of large universities and established institutions like Harvard, Stanford and MIT for science and research, especially in the AI era. The Trump administration has sent a memo to federal departments and agencies, outlining the roadmap to revitalize American research and development (R&D). According…

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Daily Nadi Horoscope for Libra (25th July 2026): Don’t Let Fear Control Your Money Choices

Daily Nadi Horoscope for Libra (25th July 2026): Don’t Let Fear Control Your Money Choices

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The Moon can bring up a financial worry you’ve been keeping close to your heart. Jyeshtha Nakshatra increases alertness, authority and desire to protect your own. Practical judgement can help you avoid making emotional choices. What to Do Today Look at your recent spending trend. Check household costs, subscriptions, pending bills and any payment promised…

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The story behind the Champion: “I never saw my mother happy with me and proud of me for doing something, I never got a chance to talk to her or know about her” – Mike Tyson on the complicated relationship he shared with his mother while growing up in poverty | International Sports News

The story behind the Champion: “I never saw my mother happy with me and proud of me for doing something, I never got a chance to talk to her or know about her” – Mike Tyson on the complicated relationship he shared with his mother while growing up in poverty | International Sports News

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Mike Tyson on the bond he had with his mother.(Image via Getty Images) Mike Tyson, one of the boxing legends in the world, came from a poverty stricken household before he made it in the world of boxing. While poverty was a constant issue he faced in his childhood, Mike Tyson’s relationship with his mother…

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Florida gets its first underwater research habitat in around 40 years, where scientists will soon live beneath the ocean | World News

Florida gets its first underwater research habitat in around 40 years, where scientists will soon live beneath the ocean | World News

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A new underwater habitat has taken its place on the seabed off the Florida Keys, offering scientists something they have not had in US waters for decades: a permanent place to live and work beneath the ocean for days at a time. Ocean infrastructure company DEEP has installed its Vanguard pilot habitat at Tennessee Reef…

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NTA sacks 47 officials in rejig, to hire 4 GMs, 16 young professionals | India News

NTA sacks 47 officials in rejig, to hire 4 GMs, 16 young professionals | India News

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NEW DELHI: National Testing Agency has terminated 47 officials and begun rebuilding its workforce with specialist leadership in cybersecurity, forensic investigation, test-centre operations and assessment research, govt sources said Friday. The crackdown follows the NEET-UG paper leak, which forced nearly 20 lakh candidates to take the medical entrance test again on June 21 after the…

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Australia World Cup star Cristian Volpato reportedly tests positive for cocaine after being stopped twice in one night | Football News

Australia World Cup star Cristian Volpato reportedly tests positive for cocaine after being stopped twice in one night | Football News

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Australia’s Cristian Volpato reacts during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match against Egypt in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) Australia international Cristian Volpato has reportedly tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice by police for speeding in Sydney on the same night, just days after representing…

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Madonna’s former London home with Guy Ritchie, featured in Daniel Craig’s Layer Cake, is now up for rent; here’s what it costs | English Movie News

Madonna’s former London home with Guy Ritchie, featured in Daniel Craig’s Layer Cake, is now up for rent; here’s what it costs | English Movie News

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Madonna’s former London home with Guy Ritchie, featured in Daniel Craig’s Layer Cake, is now up for rent; here’s what it costs Madonna may be dominating headlines with her latest music, but one of her former homes is now stealing the spotlight. A charming South Kensington mews house once owned by the Queen of Pop…

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