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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a speech in Moscow, highlighted his government's ambitious goals for his third term, including making India the third-largest economy. He also emphasized building three crore houses for the poor and empowering women through self-help groups to become Lakhpati didis.

India's fintech sector ranked among the top three globally in H1 2024, receiving $795 million in funding. Despite an 11% decline from H2 2023, Bengaluru led in total funds raised. Perfios became the only new unicorn, and six acquisitions and five IPOs were recorded.

A novel monoclonal antibody against the deadly Nipah virus is set to undergo human clinical trials in India and Bangladesh in 2025. Developed by Mapp Biopharmaceutical with significant funding from CEPI, the antibody MBP1F5 aims to offer immediate protection and prevent infection.

India won the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup after a gripping final against South Africa at Kensington Oval. The victory ended an 11-year wait for a major trophy, sparking joyous celebrations across the nation. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Virat Kohli were visibly emotional as they celebrated this historic win.

India and the US have extended a 2% equalisation levy on e-commerce supplies until June 30, 2024. This decision aligns with the OECDG20 Inclusive Framework's efforts to address digital economy taxation challenges, aiming for a finalised multilateral convention by March 2024.

Rohit Sharma led India to a T20 World Cup semi-final against England, avenging past losses. Umpire changes boosted Indian hopes against the backdrop of a history of defeats under umpire Richard Kettleborough.

The Men in Blue can only miss out on a top four spot if Australia and Afghanistan win their final matches by a margin of more than 120 runs.

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India's first Vande Bharat sleeper trains, offering advanced facilities and designed for speeds up to 200 km/h, will launch within two months. Manufactured by BEML Ltd, these trains prioritize safety with high-grade materials and are set to enhance long-distance rail travel in India.

Elon Musk predicts future wars will hinge on drone capabilities. The Indian Army has introduced 'Nagastra-1,' a suicide drone developed by Economic Explosives Limited, capable of precision strikes with potential to save soldier lives.

The recent T20 World Cup match in New York was nail-biting for cricket fans. India clinched a six-run victory over Pakistan and following that, several videos of the Pakistani fans surfaced on social media. Interestingly, one video shows the 'Before and After' reactions of a couple of Pakistani girls.

India's star batsman Virat Kohli is experiencing a rare form slump in the T20 World Cup, scoring low in three consecutive matches. Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar expressed confidence in Kohli's comeback, emphasizing the need for patience and belief in his abilities despite early setbacks.

India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2025 FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup, marking the first time the event will feature 24 teams. This expansion aligns with FIH's strategy to diversify and empower more national teams. Key figures from FIH and Hockey India expressed gratitude and enthusiasm for this development, highlighting India's pivotal role in advancing international hockey.

UGC Chairman announced a new policy allowing higher education institutions in India to admit students twice a year, aiming to increase accessibility and match global educational standards. This decision is expected to enhance student motivation, employment opportunities, and international collaborations.

India faces a crucial match against Qatar in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualifiers. A win could historically advance India to Round 3 for the first time. The match, pivotal for Indian football, will be streamed on FanCode.

In a dramatic T20 World Cup match in New York, India clinched a six-run victory over Pakistan. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya starred, holding Pakistan to 113/7 while defending just 120 runs. Earlier, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Amir had restricted India to 119 with their impressive bowling.