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• President Murmu confers Padma awards: Shibu Soren, Alka Yagnik, Mammootty among honourees June 23, 2026
  President Droupadi Murmu presented Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honouring 65 distinguished individuals. The ceremony recognized achievements across various fields, including arts, sports, and medicine. Notable recipients included actor Mammootty, singer Alka Yagnik, and cricketer Rohit Sharma. Dr. Padma Gurmet, awarded for his work in preserving Himalayan medical traditions, expressed immense pride for his community.
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• From record highs to a sharp fall: South Korea’s market plunged 10%, here's why June 23, 2026
  South Korea's stock market experienced a dramatic plunge, with the KOSPI tumbling nearly 10% after hitting record highs. Investors rushed to sell chip stocks, particularly Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, amid concerns of excessive speculation and the impact of leveraged investment products. This sharp sell-off follows a strong year for the market, with attention now […]
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• Eyes in the sky: How low-cost aerostats can help plug India’s radar coverage gaps June 23, 2026
  India is enhancing its air defence with innovative solutions beyond traditional AWACS. Drones like the MQ-9B offer persistent surveillance, detecting low-flying threats. However, aerostat-based radar systems are emerging as a more cost-effective and dedicated option. These tethered balloons can provide continuous, wide-area coverage, complementing existing assets to create a robust, layered early warning network against […]
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