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The Dutch government seized control of chipmaker Nexperia due to concerns over its former CEO’s alleged plans to move European operations to China. This action has prompted warnings from global automakers about potential chip shortages and production disruptions. While Nexperia’s chips are basic, they are crucial for automotive electronics. Source link

The Supreme Court ruled in favour of a Bengaluru landlord in a tenant eviction case. The apex court held that rent receipts signed by the landlord are sufficient proof of a landlord-tenant relationship under the Karnataka Rent Act, 1999, even if the tenant’s son denied signing them. Source link

Hollywood heartthrob Chris Evans and his wife, Alba Baptista, have joyfully welcomed their first child. The couple, who married in September 2023, became parents over the weekend in Massachusetts. While details like the baby’s gender and name remain private, Evans has previously expressed his excitement about fatherhood. Source link

A forensic science student’s plan to murder her live-in partner and stage it as an accidental fire was foiled by CCTV footage and expert analysis. Amrita Chauhan, with her ex-boyfriend and a friend, strangled Ramkesh Meena after a dispute over private videos, then attempted to destroy the body and evidence. Source link

Cyclone Montha: Andhra imposes overnight curfew on vehicles; emergency service allowed Source link

AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj criticized the BJP-led Delhi government’s artificial rain experiment, calling it a failed attempt to combat air pollution. He alleged the government claimed credit for predicted natural rainfall, humorously stating even “Lord Indra isn’t on their side.” The cloud seeding operation, intended to trigger rain, yielded no significant results by late evening. […]

Cyclone Montha is set to make landfall near Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, as a severe cyclonic storm with winds up to 110 kmph. Coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Telangana are bracing for impact. Over 35 flights have been cancelled, and 10 trains are affected as authorities remain on high alert. Source link

Delhi Police arrests espionage suspect; 'links' with foreign nuclear agencies Source link

Russia claims a successful test of its nuclear-powered cruise missile, Burevestnik, boasting limitless range and stealth. This development revives interest in nuclear air propulsion, a Cold War concept abandoned due to safety and technical hurdles. While its invincibility is debated, the missile’s potential impact on arms control and future space exploration is significant. Source link

Senior India pacer Mohammed Shami has returned to competitive cricket. He stated that playing for Bengal is a matter of passion, not a comeback. Shami delivered an impressive performance with five wickets in the second innings. He has been dealing with injuries since the 2023 World Cup. Shami also commented on media scrutiny and social […]