💡 Keltron's new 'Electronics Village' coming to Moodadi

Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty announced the upgrade of Keltron’s lighting division near Moodadi into an 'Electronics Village'. This development, which saw Shafi Parambil and K. Praveenkumar present, focuses on producing medical assistive devices. A sum of ₹5 crore was allocated in the State Budget for this initial phase of expansion works. The unit will now focus on medical electronics, health tech, and assistive mobility sectors. Future plans include manufacturing special three-wheelers and new 'Shravan Neo' models.

☄️ Ten solar eruptions hit Earth, causing mega storm 💥

Ten distinct solar eruptions merged and interacted en route to Earth, fueling the major geomagnetic storm in May 2024. This event involved scientists from the University of Iowa studying the phenomenon near Mother’s Day weekend. The eruptions arrived over four days, eventually condensing into five clouds recorded by the Wind spacecraft on May 10. This collective evolution, not one single blast, caused the strong storm felt over the southern US and northern India. Future modeling needs more closely spaced CMEs to improve real-time storm forecasts.

🔭 Ancient Galaxies Are Bigger Than We Thought

Astronomers have discovered that ancient galaxies in the distant universe are significantly larger than current models predicted. This finding was revealed by observations made by researchers at a major international observatory. The study analyzed data collected over several months, pointing to unexpected cosmic scales. These results challenge existing cosmological theories about early universe formation and galaxy growth. Further research is now planned to refine these new understandings of deep space structures. 🔭

🔭 JWST spots 3 supermassive black holes in ancient galaxy

The James Webb Space Telescope discovered three actively feeding supermassive black holes in a galaxy observed over 12.5 billion light-years away. This finding was made by an international team researching the galaxy J0148-4214. The observations were gathered using the NIRSpec instrument, revealing these objects when the Universe was only about 1.2 billion years old. The study suggests that galaxy interactions significantly helped these black holes grow so rapidly in the early cosmos. Future analysis will focus on the potential merger timescale of the two central black holes. 🔭

✈️ 11 Airports Set For Privatization Round 3

The government's PPPAC gave in-principle nod to the Ministry of Civil Aviation's plan for the third round of airport privatization. This move covers 11 airports spread across five bundles, including Varanasi and Tirupati, across India. The proposal, which includes 50-year concession agreements, will now seek final PPPAC approval before going to the CCEA. This action addresses concerns about oligopolistic concentration after Adani Group won all six in the previous round. The bidding will be based on the per-passenger fee charged for domestic travelers. ✈️

🚗 Hyderabad traffic diversions for Milad-un-Nabi Jalsa

Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced several road diversions around Darussalam for a Jalsa programme. This event is being organised at the AIMIM party office to celebrate Milad-un-Nabi. The diversions will be active from 6 p.m. on Monday until 4 a.m. on Tuesday. Specific routes like Malakunta and Begum Bazar Chatri are being rerouted at various junctions. Motorists are urged to use alternative roads and cooperate with the deployed police personnel. 🚗

🏆 FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 sets new crowd records

The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 has successfully broken attendance records across multiple matches. This massive event is being held in various host cities globally. The tournament currently boasts an audience exceeding 150,000 spectators over the initial few weeks. This surge in viewership reflects growing global interest in the sport of hockey. Organizers plan to increase marketing efforts to maintain this high level of engagement moving forward.

😠 Palakkad rail division split sparks protests

Protests intensified on Monday against the Railway Board's decision to transfer the Mangaluru-Ullal section from Palakkad to Mysuru division. The DYFI held a protest march to the DRM office in Olavakkode, initiated by CPI(M) district secretary E.N. Suresh Babu. Protesters blocked the four gates, leading to scuffles with police and Railway Protection Force personnel. DYFI state secretary M. Vijin confirmed continued agitation until the decision is withdrawn. Further protests are planned for Tuesday, and the UDF announced a hunger strike for Wednesday.

🧐 Rajasthan HC steps up for young generations' future

The Rajasthan High Court took suo motu cognizance of the welfare of Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Gen Beta generations. The court initiated a Public Interest Litigation to look into their education, health, and safety. It has sought action plans from both the Centre and the State government. The issues under review include paper leaks, AI disruption, and mental health challenges. This move aims to address the future concerns facing these younger cohorts. 🧐

🚀 Cardiff Student Crushes Exams with Early Morning Grind

Ananmay Banerjee, a student from Cardiff, successfully achieved 14 A* grades in his exams. His dedicated routine involved waking up at 4 AM every day to study effectively. Over the past academic year, this rigorous schedule proved highly effective for his academic performance. This achievement highlights the power of consistent early morning dedication for students. Banerjee plans to use this momentum to pursue higher studies in a top university.

⚽ Barcelona defender linked with serious Man United offer

Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde is linked with a serious offer from Manchester United as transfer speculation heats up. The Spanish international is currently at Camp Nou, but his role in the new season is uncertain for the club. Manchester United is interested in signing Balde, despite his struggles last season and pre-season form. Balde is waiting for definitive talks from Barcelona before making any official move. He feels pushed out, especially after being excluded from the squad against Elche CF. ⚽