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India's archery team for the Asian Games 2026 has seen a major shake-up, dropping experienced Olympians Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das. While they will still compete in World Cup events, the new-look squad will be spearheaded by the emerging talent of jyothi Vennam, marking a significant shift for the team.

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Karnataka's new Congress government, led by DK Shivakumar, faces a critical transition. Key challenges include cabinet formation balancing caste and regional demands, sustaining welfare guarantees amid fiscal strain, and navigating the sensitive Mekedatu reservoir dispute with Tamil Nadu. Shivakumar must also retain the crucial Ahinda support base and ensure development extends beyond Bengaluru to rural areas.

At just 21, Chikitha Rao Taniparthi has overcome past setbacks to earn her place in the Asian Games as a compound archer. Her heart beats for gold—not just for herself, but for India, and to fulfill her dream of buying a new harvester for her father and gifting a cherished mascot to her coach, Abhishek Verma.

In a commendable move towards community welfare, the Karnataka police have rolled out the 'Aasare' initiative across the state, specially catering to the needs of senior citizens and solitary women. In Vijayapura, dedicated beat constables are going door-to-door, reaching out to those who may feel isolated or at risk.

Grab Handle Snaps, Leaving Man Bloodied

A day after CBSE declared the Class XII results with the overall pass percentage dropping to 85.20%, several schools across India announced standout performances by their toppers. Students from The Somaiya School, EuroSchool, Billabong High International School and Phoenix Greens School of Learning secured scores above 95% across Humanities, Commerce and Science streams. Despite concerns over tougher papers and On-Screen Marking, schools reported strong academic outcomes, with Humanities and Commerce students dominating the top ranks this year.

India's women recurve archers, led by Deepika Kumari, secured a historic Archery World Cup Stage II gold medal in Shanghai, defeating hosts China in a thrilling shoot-off. This victory marks their first World Cup team gold since 2021 and provides a significant confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games.

A shocking incident unfolded in Suryapet district as a 24-year-old housewife was brutally stabbed to death by her estranged husband at a tea stall. The victim, Sirisha, had left her abusive husband, Manideep, over marital disputes. Despite police intervention for counselling, Manideep ambushed and fatally attacked her in public, leading to her death.

Archer jyothi Surekha Vennam, known for her calm under pressure, recently secured a gold medal at the Archery World Cup in Mexico. Transitioning from swimming due to facility limitations, Vennam found success in archery, winning multiple accolades including an Arjuna Award. Her journey highlights unwavering family support and a steely competitive spirit.