An archaeological site in Assam's Dima Hasao district, uncovered but damaged during the construction of an arterial road in the 1960s, has yielded artefacts that establish it as a Neolithic habitation zone dating back to more than 2,700 years.
The discovery of a furnace and iron slag, indicating metallurgical activities, has provided "substantial support" for earlier hypotheses that Daojali Hading was a major prehistoric settlement in the northeastern part of India.
Shubman Gill, an Indian Cricketer, Appointed as Brand Ambassador for Oakley
Shubman Gill, the new Test series captain of India, has added a stylish touch to his cricket gear. He is now the brand ambassador for Oakley, a famous sunglasses company.
This partnership comes with Oakley's latest campaign called ''Artifacts from the Future."
At just 25, Gill is already known for his cool and calm batting. Now, he is getting attention for his stylish eyewear too.
He is seen as a role model for many young Indians because of his hard work and dedication. Oakley chose him because he represents passion, progress and top performance, which are the same values that Oakley believes in.
Neeraj Chopra Becomes Brand Ambassador for Audi India
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has partnered with Audi India. The announcement was made by JSW Sports, underscoring the javelin star's rising stature both on and off the field.
Chopra, who became a national hero with his historic javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics, followed by a Silver medal at the 2024 Paris Games, has now inked a pact to become the face of Audi in India.
BoB Signs MoU with T.N. Govt. for Salary Accounts
Bank of Baroda (BoB) said it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to offer a customised salary account package for employees of the State Government, including employees of the Police, Forest, Fire & Rescue Departments.
The newly-introduced salary-account package comes with comprehensive insurance coverage at zero cost to the employees, making it one of the 'most attractive offerings in the banking sector.'
Rohit Sharma Becomes First Indian Batter to Smash 300 Sixes in IPL
Rohit Sharma, one of the most prolific and celebrated batters in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, etched his name into the record books once again by becoming the first Indian cricketer to hit 300 sixes in the IPL.
The historic moment came during the IPL 2025 Eliminator match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at New Chandigarh on Friday.
With this feat, Rohit joins an elite list of only two players in the league's history to achieve this landmark - the other being the legendary Chris Gayle, who remains the undisputed king of six- hitting in IPL.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unveiled a special Rs. 300 coin to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered 18th-century ruler of Malwa.
The coin was released during the Women Empowerment Maha Sammelan at Jamboree Maidan in Bhopal.
The commemorative coin, issued by the Union Ministry of Culture, bears an embossed image of Ahilyabai Holkar, paying tribute to her enduring legacy.
An official gazette notification regarding the release of the special-edition coin was issued by the Ministry of Finance.
First Batch of Women Cadets Graduate from NDA in Historic Passing Out Parade
In a major step towards gender inclusivity in the Indian Armed Forces, the National Defence Academy (NDA) conducted its 148th Passing Out Parade on May 30, 2025, marking a historic milestone as the first batch of women cadets graduated.
Held at the NDA campus in Khadakwasla, Pune, the event highlighted the growing role and representation of women in the nation's military leadership.
The event was reviewed by General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd), the Governor of Mizoram and former Chief of the Army Staff (COAS).
The ceremony saw attendance from proud families, senior military officials, and dignitaries from across the country.
Tennis Legend Serena Williams Awarded Princess of Asturias for Sports 2025
Former tennis player Serena Williams has been awarded the Princess of Asturias for sports 2025.
The award is one of the most prestigious in Spain and is given to members who have demonstrated excellence in various fields, including sports, arts, literature, and others.
Williams is "one of the greatest tennis players in the history of the sport" and also were appreciative of her work outside the tennis court.
The 43-year-old American won 73 career singles titles including 23 Grand Slams.
A.P. CM Chandrababu Naidu Rolls Out Red Carpet for Investors
A day after releasing six policies for industrial growth and job creation, chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu rolled out a red carpet welcome, inviting investors to the state and make use of the investor-friendly govt, talented youth, and robust infrastructure.
Unveiling the policies after the cabinet nod, CM Naidu said that state govt aimed at attracting 30 lakh crore investments in the manufacturing sector.
He stated that the NDA has promised to create 20 lakh job opportunities in five years, and the six policies are crucial in that direction to achieve the target.
Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, officially declared the State of Goa to be officially fully literate under the ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme), marking a significant milestone in India's journey towards achieving full literacy by 2030, as envisioned in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
This makes Goa the second state of the country to cross the nationally prescribed 95% benchmark for full literacy. The announcement was made during the grand celebration of Goa's 39th Statehood Day (May 30, 2025) at Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir, Panaji.