Modi pushes India's space ambitions; MLAs hurt in crash
PM wants global space talent in India. Plus: politicians injured in Delhi accident, and Trump flags off IndyCar race.
Today at a glance
PM Modi is urging India's private space sector to attract global talent and investment as the country eyes a bigger slice of the space economy. Two legislators were injured after a car crash in Delhi, while Trump waved the green flag at a historic IndyCar race through Washington. In motorsport, Max Verstappen's Dutch GP ended in a first-lap crash as Lando Norris claimed victory, and Sydney Taylor's slow start raised injury concerns in WNBA action.
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Two MLAs injured in Delhi car crash at ITO
India1 min read
Delhi MLA Anil Jha and Karnataka MLA Abhay Patil were among several people injured when a Swift car crossed a divider and collided with an Innova at ITO in central Delhi. The accident occurred in broad daylight on one of the capital's busiest thoroughfares. Both legislators were travelling in the SUV when the Swift jumped the divider and struck their vehicle. Emergency services rushed the injured to nearby hospitals. Police are investigating the cause of the accident and whether speeding or driver error played a role.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on India's private space companies to create an ecosystem that attracts global talent and investment. Speaking at a space sector event, he said India can 'very quickly' establish itself as a major player in the worldwide space economy. The push comes as India targets a larger share of the rapidly growing commercial space market. Modi emphasized building an 'aura' around Indian space capabilities that draws international partnerships and capital. The government has been steadily opening up the sector to private players after decades of state monopoly through ISRO.
English businessman rewilding Scottish estate with million trees
India1 min read
An English entrepreneur has transformed a 23,000-acre Scottish hunting estate into a thriving wilderness reserve over two decades. The project has seen over one million native trees planted across the glens, helping to revive red squirrel populations that had vanished from the area. The initiative goes beyond forestry, focusing on restoring peatlands and breeding Scottish wildcats—one of Britain's most endangered species. Upscale eco-tourism now funds the conservation work, creating a sustainable model for ecosystem restoration. The India angle: similar rewilding projects are gaining traction in India's degraded forest areas, particularly in the Western Ghats and Northeast.
President Trump took a ceremonial lap around the track before waving the green flag to start an IndyCar race through Washington's streets. The race is the centrepiece of a summer-long celebration marking America's 250th birthday. Thousands lined the barriers as open-wheel racers roared past iconic monuments and government buildings in the nation's capital. The event represents a rare combination of motorsport and patriotic celebration, with the street circuit designed specifically for the anniversary festivities. It's the first time in decades that professional racing has taken over central Washington. The India angle: the spectacle echoes India's push to host global sporting events like the Chess Olympiad and cricket World Cups to boost international visibility.
Verstappen crashes out as Norris wins chaotic Dutch GP
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Max Verstappen's home race ended in disaster after a horrific first-lap crash on a damp Zandvoort circuit. The reigning champion's championship lead took a hit as title rival Lando Norris capitalised on the chaos, making a daring overtake to seize the lead and holding it to the chequered flag. Kimi Antonelli finished second with George Russell rounding out the podium. The crash unfolded on streaming screens worldwide as Verstappen lost control in treacherous conditions. The result tightens the championship battle with just races remaining. Notably, this was the final Dutch GP on the F1 calendar as the race departs after this season.
Sydney Taylor's slow start sparks WNBA injury concerns
Sport1 min read
Chicago Sky guard Sydney Taylor's sluggish performance in Sunday night's game against the Indiana Fever has raised questions about her fitness. Despite being named in the starting lineup, Taylor appeared off-pace from the opening tip, leading fans and analysts to speculate about a potential injury. The Sky guard has been a key contributor this season, making her underwhelming showing particularly noticeable. Chicago's coaching staff has not confirmed any injury, but Taylor's reduced mobility and hesitant play suggested she may have been carrying a knock. The Sky need her at full strength as they push for a playoff position in the tight WNBA standings.
