India
The monsoon has become irregular across India, with the rain-bearing trough moving away from Delhi-NCR and easing over Maharashtra. However, heavy rains are expected in Punjab, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Business
Stripe, the leading payment processor, has finalized an agreement to acquire OpenRouter, a start-up specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) model switching, according to Bloomberg.
World
The ArcelorMittal mining and metallurgical complex in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, owned by Indian-origin billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, was hit by a missile strike from Russia.
Politics
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has reacted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "dimagi Naxals" remark.
Sports
Rain has had a significant impact on Day 1 of the first Test match between India and Sri Lanka, which is currently underway in Galle.
Technology
In a major development, Axios has announced a three-year partnership with OpenAI to automate local journalism.
Entertainment
Veteran actor Mohanlal has announced a new film with director Jude Anthany Joseph.
Lifestyle
Indian inflation-indexed bonds are becoming a popular choice for investors looking for a hedge against rising prices.
Auto
The Telangana government has announced a ₹200 crore scheme to convert 18,766 petrol and diesel auto-rickshaws into electric vehicles (EVs).