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SciencePhoto: HT HealthTrain tracks have a thick layer of small stones called track ballast beneath and around them. Made from crushed hard rocks, ballast supports railway sleepers, keeps tracks stable, prevents sleeper movement, and ensures proper drainage. According to Indian Railways' RDSO, these stones distribute train wheel loads over a larger area, playing a crucial role in railway safety and track stability.
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BusinessPhoto: Business StandardTCS plans to hire 80% of its new workforce with digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, reflecting a shift towards new-age talent. In Q2, 25-30% of 4,500 hires were pure AI specialists. AI-led work now accounts for 10% of TCS's revenue, which is expected to boost profit margins. The company values employees willing to unlearn and learn, benefiting both freshers and mid-career professionals.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18The BJP sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi and the Congress-led INDIA bloc for protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and planning a march to the Supreme Court despite Chief Justice Surya Kant declining to meet opposition leaders. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced statewide BJP rallies to counter Rahul Gandhi's protests, accusing him of using constitutional institutions to address electoral frustrations.
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EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentVidyut Jammwal will debut in Hollywood as Dhalsim in Kitao Sakurai's Street Fighter. He revealed he secured the role without an agent or actively seeking Hollywood roles. The director's detailed research on the character led him to Vidyut. After auditions and discussions, the Japanese-American director chose him, impressed by Vidyut's work and interviews. Vidyut also praised Priyanka Chopra's global impact and contributions to India.
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EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentActor Gaurav Khanna, known for Anupamaa and Bigg Boss 19, portrayed Lord Rama at Agra's Janakpuri Mahotsav 2026. The event, held at Bhavana Estate, featured a Ramayan stage with Vindu Dara Singh as Lord Hanuman. Fans praised Gaurav's divine transformation and performance. It was the first live show his parents attended, who also appreciated his role. Clips praising him went viral online.
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PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesThe Supreme Court has restrained the CBI and ED from taking coercive actions, including arrests, in the corruption probe linked to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann’s office. The investigation will continue, but no coercive steps are allowed until the next hearing. The court responded to a plea by Punjab challenging the High Court’s order to register an FIR without sufficient evidence, citing federal concerns.
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Photo: HT HealthTrain tracks have a thick layer of small stones called track ballast beneath and around them. Made from crushed hard rocks, ballast supports railway sleepers, keeps tracks stable, prevents sleeper movement, and ensures proper drainage. According to Indian Railways' RDSO, these stones distribute train wheel loads over a larger area, playing a crucial role in railway safety and track stability.
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