Quad Ministers Pledge AI Funding, Address Supply Chain and Maritime Security Concerns

At a Quad foreign ministers meeting in Atlanta, representatives from India, the US, Japan, and Australia pledged over USD 85 million to expand access to trusted artificial intelligence across the Indo-Pacific and announced a USD 10 million US commitment for critical minerals recycling in India and ASEAN countries. The ministers expressed grave concern over economic coercion, including arbitrary export restrictions and non-market practices disrupting global supply chains, without naming any country. They also emphasized maritime security, navigational rights, and announced initiatives like the Quad Business Leaders' Forum and maritime surveillance collaborations. A Quad Leaders' Summit is planned in Manila next month to further these efforts.

Man Attacks Two Class 10 Girls with Chainsaw in Andhra Pradesh School; Accused Arrested

A 21-year-old man attacked two Class 10 girls with a chainsaw inside a government school classroom in Raptadu, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh. One girl sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to Bengaluru for advanced treatment, while the other was also injured trying to intervene. The accused, reportedly a distant relative who had allegedly harassed the victim after a rejected proposal, was arrested at Dharmavaram railway station. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu condemned the attack, ordered swift police action, and is personally monitoring the victim's recovery. Teachers, student groups, and officials have called for stronger school security and stringent legal measures against the perpetrator.

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Marries Journalist Nidhi Razdan, Announces Marriage