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Following the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, India has initiated flushing and desilting of reservoirs on the Chenab River to improve water storage for the winter months. This action is part of a broader strategy to regulate the flow of western rivers into Pakistan. India also plans to expedite hydropower projects and explore additional measures to maximize water utilization.

SC’s JSW-Bhushan verdict sets a worrying institutional precedent for insolvency cases. For economic laws, courts can’t make legal minutiae the first priority. There’ll now be regime uncertainty for future investors

Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concerns over BCCI's decision. The board altered rules to favour MS Dhoni as an uncapped player. Gavaskar questions the high salaries for uncapped players in IPL. He believes this move could harm Indian cricket's future. Gavaskar urges BCCI to reverse the rule change. He wants to limit salaries for uncapped players.

A migrant boat capsized off the coast of San Diego, resulting in three fatalities, four injuries, and seven missing individuals. Among those affected is an Indian family, with two children still unaccounted for. The US Coast Guard is actively searching for the missing, while the Consulate General of India is providing assistance to the family.

With Bangladesh no longer a safe option for accessing Northeast, India must look at the sea-river-road project via Myanmar. But can Indian diplomacy navigate between Myanmar’s rebels/oppn and the junta?

Bill Gates has lauded Warren Buffett as a mentor, friend, and one of history's greatest investors and philanthropists, following Berkshire Hathaway's shareholder meeting. Gates emphasized Buffett's profound impact on his life, highlighting his integrity, humor, and generosity. He also acknowledged Buffett's legacy of inspiring future generations through both business acumen and philanthropic endeavors, noting their 30-year friendship and collaborative efforts.

Cyber-attacks originating from Pakistan have escalated, targeting Indian defense entities. The website of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) was defaced, and hackers claim to have accessed sensitive data from the Military Engineering Services (MES) and MP-IDSA. Authorities are taking measures to bolster security, audit systems, and enhance digital defenses against further intrusions.

Stock market recommendations: Mirae Asset Sharekhan suggests buying Aurobindo Pharma, anticipating a breakout from a flag pattern with a target of Rs 1356, and IRCTC, expecting an upward trend to Rs 802 after breaking consolidation.