✈️ HAL banking on Tejas for bigger growth

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd reported a 14% year-on-year revenue jump in Q1FY27, beating expectations. The state-owned defence company is based in India and its order book is now 7.5 times trailing 12 months sales at the end of FY26. Despite rising material costs, EBITDA rose 19% to ₹1,530 crore during the June quarter. Prospects heavily depend on the delivery of indigenous aircraft like Tejas MK1A and HTT-40. HAL plans to increase its annual production capacity from 24 to 30 units moving forward.

😴 Sleep quality drivers aren't just about the pandemic

Sleep quality actually improved across five European populations following the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers tracked 8,063 participants in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Sweden between April 2020 and September 2024. Financial security and mental health emerged as the strongest and most sustained predictors of healthy sleep outcomes. These findings show that sleep determinants go beyond temporary public health disruptions. The results support integrating sleep metrics into digital health for proactive care. 😴

⚡ BIOS trick to double your PC boot speed

DDR5 systems often boot slowly because of a calibration routine called memory training during POST. This process tunes the connection between the CPU's memory controller and the RAM until a stable state is found. Enabling Memory Context Restore (MCR) allows the motherboard to retain the last known stable configuration instead of retraining every startup. This feature, introduced by AMD, significantly cuts down the waiting time on subsequent cold boots without affecting memory performance. Users should check Power Down Enable alongside MCR, and disable MCR before making any hardware changes. 🚀

🔭 Universe Map Just Got Massive 🔭

Scientists have released an incredibly detailed map covering the universe. This massive project was conducted by international research teams across various observatories. The map boasts a resolution of 5.6 trillion pixels, representing a huge leap in astronomical imaging. This detailed visualization helps researchers understand the large-scale structure and evolution of cosmic matter. Future studies will use this map to pinpoint dark matter distribution and galaxy clustering.

🏛️ Is India funding its heritage right?

ASI's spending on monument conservation, which hit ₹444 crore in FY24, is now seeing a decline across tourist spots. Union culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat presented data showing this pullback in Parliament. For example, Agra circle spending dropped from ₹24 crore in FY24 to ₹16 crore in FY26. This trend is worrying as foreign tourist arrivals fell 9.4% to 9.02 million in 2025. Experts suggest India needs to boost funding and efficiency to revive tourism. 🏛️

🚨 Nurse found dead in Kolkata hospital; fentanyl vials under probe

A 30-year-old nurse was found deceased inside a locked toilet at NRS Medical College and Hospital late Wednesday night. The incident occurred while she was on duty in the High Dependency Unit of the Kolkata government hospital. Preliminary reports indicate she took three fentanyl vials after starting her night shift at 8 pm. Investigators are looking into whether the death was suicide or if foul play involving the drug was involved. The body has been sent for post-mortem, and four nurses are currently being questioned. 🚨

📰 Social media takedowns silence voices in India 🤫

Content from journalists and activists is increasingly being restricted or removed on platforms like Meta and X following government notices. This trend is happening in India, sparking major concerns over press freedom and due process. Between July and December 2025, Meta restricted over 41,000 pieces of content, nearly triple the previous year's count. Freelancer Sachin Gupta notes this seems like an attempt to eliminate the messenger rather than targeting hate speech creators. Platforms cite IT Act compliance, but users feel they have nowhere to turn.

⚓ First naval Agniveer batch nears end of four-year term

The inaugural batch of naval Agniveers is approaching the end of its four-year tenure under the Agnipath scheme. These nearly 2,600 personnel joined the Indian Navy after completing basic training at INS Chilka in March 2023. The current framework allows for retention of up to 25 per cent of each batch based on objective criteria. This first cycle serves as a major test for the entire Agnipath model's implementation. Those not retained receive the Seva Nidhi package and job pathways in other sectors. 🫡

🔬 Scientist Kavitha Govindasamy champions STEM and health education

Kavitha Govindasamy, PhD, is a scientist transitioning into education, focusing on biomedical research and empowering diverse learners. She began her career in infectious disease research at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute before moving to academia. Her work includes breakthroughs in Babesia microti and malaria parasite biology, with publications in Nature Scientific Reports in 2020. Furthermore, she developed a Centanamycin-based methodology for creating DNA virus vaccines, published in Cell Reports Methods in 2022. This research bridges molecular virology with translational vaccine development for infectious diseases. 🔬

🤧 Delhi sees rise in H1N1 cases

A surge in H1N1 swine flu cases has been reported across Delhi recently. Health officials noted the increase in infections within the city limits. As of the latest count, there have been 1,450 swine flu cases recorded. This rise is prompting health advisories regarding symptoms and the efficacy of vaccination. Authorities are advising the public on preventive measures to manage the current situation. 🤧

🏍️ Thief's wild 4-hour stunt at Varanasi bike shop

A thief bypassed the gate and entered a bike agency in Varanasi. The individual then spent four hours inside the premises without being caught. During this time, the thief reportedly drank coffee, took a bath, and dried his undergarments on the counter. The bizarre incident culminated in the thief absconding with a manager's ₹4.70 lakh KTM bike. Police are currently investigating the daring theft. 🏍️