DDA puts leasehold-to-freehold conversions on hold: What Delhi homeowners need to know

The ongoing review of the Delhi Development Authority's residential property conversion policy aims to streamline procedures for the public. All outstanding requests for conversion are currently frozen while this evaluation occurs. The policy allows for leasehold properties to transform into freehold, securing full ownership rights. This voluntary scheme encompasses a range of DDA-issued flats and plots.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/real-estate/news/dda-puts-leasehold-to-freehold-conversions-on-hold-what-delhi-homeowners-need-to-know/articleshow/133115648.cms

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US Navy needs 66 attack submarines but fleet could fall to 46-47 by 2030

The USS San Juan submarine retired after thirty-eight years of service. Aging submarines are leaving service faster than new ones are delivered. This creates a significant gap in the United States attack submarine fleet. Production challenges and other naval programs compound the submarine shortage. The US Navy faces growing demands from global adversaries and allies.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/defence/international/uss-san-juan-retires-us-navy-needs-66-attack-submarines-but-fleet-could-fall-to-46-47-by-2030/articleshow/133071322.cms

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Will Kuldeep Yadav play? India coach reveals big selection headache ahead of Galle Test

India's spin bowling coach addressed worries about Kuldeep Yadav's fitness after the warm-up match, highlighting that Kuldeep bowled almost twenty overs before taking a precautionary break to evaluate his condition. Fellow spinners Jadeja and Suthar garnered extensive pitch experience with longer spells. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill, returning from a hand injury, participated fully in drills. The team's focus remained on adapting to local conditions in readiness for the upcoming Test series.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-vs-sri-lanka/will-kuldeep-yadav-play-india-coach-reveals-big-selection-headache-ahead-of-galle-test/articleshow/133070219.cms

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Nasa's Perseverance finds Mars can have warm ground but freezing air

Mars presents unique seasonal experiences with surface and air temperatures differing greatly. This phenomenon occurs because the planet's thin atmosphere cannot effectively distribute solar heat. Nasa's Perseverance rover has directly measured these sharp temperature contrasts near Jezero Crater. Such extreme variations pose significant challenges for rover and future human mission designs. Understanding these differences is crucial for engineering equipment to survive Martian conditions.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/nasa-perseverance-rover-finds-mars-can-have-spring-like-ground-temperatures-while-the-air-above-remains-near-freezing/articleshow/133049892.cms

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Ronaldo-Georgina wedding: 7 football stars fans won’t expect, including Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez are set to tie the knot in an extravagant ceremony this weekend in Madeira. They've secured a historic cathedral and a lavish hotel for the occasion. However, several prominent football figures, like Wayne Rooney and Lionel Messi, may find themselves excluded from the guest list. Other notable absentees are Erik ten Hag and Gary Lineker.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/international-sports/cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodriguezs-wedding-7-football-figures-fans-dont-expect-to-see-at-venue-ft-lionel-messi/articleshow/133034342.cms

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American rifle shooter trains in India, returns home to win national title

American shooter Jeff Browning credited nearly two years of training at New Delhi's Topgun Shooting Academy for helping him win the 10m air rifle title at the US National Championship. Browning secured the prestigious Leatherneck Trophy weeks after returning home, praising the academy's coaching and support for helping him maintain world-class standards and achieve national success.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/more-sports/shooting/truly-grateful-american-shooter-thanks-indian-academy-after-2-year-training-wins-him-us-national-title/articleshow/132996638.cms

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Inside Marilyn Monroe's California home where the Hollywood icon spent her final days

Marilyn Monroe's former Los Angeles home, a Spanish-style residence, remains a significant cultural landmark today. The property was acquired by new owners with plans for demolition in 2023. However, the L.A. City Council designated the house a Historic Cultural Monument, halting demolition. The owners then sued the city, claiming an unconstitutional taking of their private property. A court dismissed the case, but the owners reportedly amended their complaint.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/english/hollywood/news/marilyn-monroes-house-all-about-the-quiet-california-residence-where-she-took-her-last-breath-in-1962/articleshow/132928761.cms

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