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Authorities have dismantled an underground illegal arms manufacturing hub hidden beneath a paper plate factory in Bihar's Purnea district. A joint operation by Kolkata and Bihar STF uncovered the clandestine "mini gun factory," leading to the arrest of five individuals, including the premises owners. The mastermind was later apprehended, with police seizing unfinished firearms and manufacturing equipment.

Ranchi's commercial activities and essential services are severely impacted by the ongoing fuel crisis, with industrial production and supply chains grinding to a halt. Local entrepreneurs report significant operational bottlenecks due to diesel shortages, affecting machinery and backup power. The crisis also disrupts daily deliveries, forcing milkmen to resort to bicycles.

A ransomware group named Nitrogen claims to have stolen 8 terabytes of data from Foxconn, Apple's largest supplier. The group, linked to ALPHV/BlackCat, is extorting the company and threatening to release sensitive client data from major tech firms. Foxconn confirmed a cyberattack on North American factories, with production resuming.

Union HM inaugurates Million Minds Tech Park, GREMI campus

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged the Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) to expand its operations nationwide and explore new mining opportunities. He emphasized balancing commercial activities with environmental protection and community welfare. The CM also highlighted the OMC's role in economic development and its potential in extracting critical base metals for future industries.

Domestic manufacturer boAt has officially expanded into the Singapore market, marking a significant step in its Southeast Asia growth strategy. Partnering with Opptra, the company will leverage local expertise to establish a strong retail and e-commerce presence, offering its popular TWS earbuds, headphones, and charging solutions across leading platforms.

Apple is reportedly testing iPhone, iPad, and Mac processors with Intel's advanced chip manufacturing process, marking a potential shift after a decade. While TSMC remains the dominant supplier, this move signals Apple's strategy to diversify and cultivate new partners amidst growing demand for AI chips. Intel faces significant challenges in meeting Apple's stringent requirements.

Despite health challenges and requiring dialysis thrice weekly, 94-year-old former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda remains actively involved in politics, attending Parliament and meetings. His persistence, rooted in grassroots mobilization and agrarian concerns, has shaped regional leadership and coalition politics, though recent family controversies have impacted his party's image.

India is pivoting towards Europe as traditional partnerships become unreliable. The burgeoning India-Italy relationship, spearheaded by Prime Ministers Modi and Meloni, is central to this strategy. This partnership is building crucial economic architecture, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor and a potential EU Free Trade Agreement, positioning Europe as India's primary strategic focus.

IIEST, Shibpur, alongside GIZ Germany, launched the Indo-German Living Lab Initiative to forge AI-driven academic-industry partnerships. This program aims to boost collaboration between Indian and German SMEs, research bodies, and industries, focusing on smart manufacturing and sustainable growth.

The NCB’s Rs 182 crore Captagon bust has exposed India’s first known link to a narcotics trade tied to Syria, Gulf smuggling routes and organised crime networks. But what exactly is Captagon, and why is it called the “jihadi drug”?

West Asia Conflict Triggers 30-50% Jump in API Prices, Hits Drug Margins

Selena Gomez has revealed how her battle with Lupus, which causes arthritis, significantly influenced her beauty brand's packaging. She explained that the need for easy-to-open products stemmed from her own struggles, leading her to design items accessible to everyone, especially those with dexterity issues. This thoughtful approach ensures her brand is inclusive and user-friendly for all ages.

At Galgotias University, students are building careers across leading global organisations, startups, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship-driven ventures.

Global steel prices surged in April and early May, with India emerging as a fast-growing market. Hot rolled coil prices rose across major regions, led by Brazil. India's crude steel production saw an 11% year-on-year increase in March, outpacing global trends. China's steel output contracted, though capacity cuts are expected to be delayed.