Your Morning Jam 28th April

🇮🇳 India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate Post-Treaty Suspension

• Military Actions: India conducted long-range missile tests and intensified military operations in Kashmir, detaining over 500 individuals and demolishing suspected militant hideouts. ​Reuters+1The Guardian+1

• Cross-Border Skirmishes: There have been nightly exchanges of small arms fire along the Line of Control, marking the fourth consecutive night of such incidents. ​Reuters+1Wikipedia+1

• Diplomatic Fallout: India expelled Pakistani diplomats, canceled visas, and closed the Wagah border. In retaliation, Pakistan expelled Indian diplomats, suspended the Simla Agreement, and closed its airspace to Indian flights. ​Reuters+4Wikipedia+4Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre+4

• International Reactions: The United States has urged both nations to seek a "responsible resolution" to prevent further escalation. ​Reuters

• Humanitarian Impact: India's release of water from the Uri Dam, without prior notification, caused flooding in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, exacerbating tensions and raising concerns over the humanitarian situation. ​

  
  

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2. 🏏 Krunal Pandya's Heroics Propel Bengaluru to Top of IPL 2025

RCB's Krunal Pandya delivered an electrifying unbeaten 73, sealing a decisive win over Delhi Capitals. With this victory, Bengaluru surged to the top of the IPL 2025 leaderboard, reigniting fan dreams of a long-awaited championship win.Source: Michigan's Thumb

3. 🤖 Sarvam AI to Build India's First Sovereign Large Language Model (LLM)

Sarvam AI has been chosen to spearhead India’s sovereign LLM initiative under the IndiaAI Mission. The company aims to develop AI models that natively support Indian languages, boosting technological self-reliance amid global AI competition.Source: Wikipedia

4. 🌞 Gujarat Inaugurates Asia’s Largest Solar Power Plant

Gujarat took a massive step toward clean energy leadership by launching Asia’s largest solar power project. The plant is expected to slash carbon emissions significantly and further establish India as a global frontrunner in renewable energy.Source: Indian Express

5. 📈 Sensex Hits Historic High Amid Bullish Tech and Banking Surge

The Sensex hit an all-time record, closing above psychological benchmarks fueled by bullish activity in tech and private banking stocks. Investor sentiment remains optimistic, with projections of strong quarterly earnings boosting confidence across sectors.Source: Indian Express

6. ✈️ India’s Budget Airlines Plot Direct Flights to USA by Late 2025

Low-cost carriers Indigo and SpiceJet announced plans to introduce direct India-USA flights, potentially disrupting the traditional long-haul market. These routes promise cheaper transcontinental travel options, making business and tourism far more accessible for millions of Indians.Source: Indian Express

7. 🧠 IIT Delhi to Host Prestigious International AI Conference in 2025

IIT Delhi will host a major international AI conference this year, featuring global researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. The event will focus on cutting-edge developments in artificial intelligence, ethics, education, and responsible technology use in emerging economies.Source: Indian Express

8. 🏀 NBA Playoffs 2025: Lakers on Brink as LeBron’s Magic Fades

The Los Angeles Lakers, led by LeBron James, are one game away from playoff elimination after losing Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fans and analysts are speculating whether this signals the twilight of LeBron's legendary NBA career.Source: Times of India

9. 🌐 Study Shows 60% of Indians Unaware of Artificial Intelligence Concepts

A fresh Google-Kantar study reveals that nearly 60% of Indian citizens lack basic familiarity with artificial intelligence. This knowledge gap highlights an urgent need for better AI literacy programs as India pushes for leadership in future technologies.Source: Indian Express

10. 🧭 UNESCO Partners with India to Launch AI Skills Framework for Public Service

India and UNESCO launched a revolutionary AI competency framework designed to train public servants. The framework aligns artificial intelligence usage with human rights, transparency, and accountability — key pillars for digital transformation in governance.Source: UNESCO