ISRO Successfully Launches GSLV F17 Carrying EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite

Bengaluru Chairman's Club Kitchen Shut Over Unhygienic Conditions, Expired FoodThe food safety department in Karnataka has ordered the closure of the kitchen at Chairman's Club in Bengaluru following a special inspection. Officials uncovered severe hygiene violations, including 40 kilograms of expired chilli stored for food preparation, improperly labelled food items, and unauthorised artificial colours. The inspection also revealed soiled food spilled across the floor and improper storage of vegetarian and non-vegetarian items together. Following directions from Health and Family Welfare Minister UT Khader after receiving member complaints, expired food products were seized and the restaurant area inside the club was shut down. Legal action has been initiated under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 as authorities continue strict inspection drives across food establishments in Bengaluru.Internal Rift Hits Cockroach Janta Party As Rebel Faction Launches New Democratic UnitThe Cockroach Janta Party has witnessed its first internal split months after its formation, with a rebel faction breaking away to float the Cockroach Janta Party Democratic. The breakaway faction accused the leadership of sidelining grassroots protesters, striking political deals, and politicising the youth-led platform. In response, the leadership dismissed the allegations regarding political affiliations, asserting that the movement solely represents students. Starting as an online satirical initiative, the platform had evolved into a youth movement before encountering this internal rupture.Tamil Nadu CM Announces Dedicated Motorsport City in Chennai; International Track PlannedThe Tamil Nadu government has announced plans to build a dedicated motorsport city in Chennai to boost motorsport and sports tourism. The project features an international standard racetrack designed to host events ranging from Formula 1 to Formula 4, alongside modern infrastructure and driver training facilities. Racer and actor Ajith Kumar commended the initiative, noting that state recognition, corporate backing, and simplified customs regulations are essential for hosting international racing series in India.India's 7.8% GDP Growth Boost: Piyush Goyal Hits Out at Opposition and CriticsUnion Minister Piyush Goyal has strongly criticised opponents and critics raising questions over India's 7.8 percent GDP growth figures. Goyal stated that only God can help mindless people who cannot understand anything, adding that it is not in the government's hands to explain it to them. He previously rejected criticisms comparing numbers as apples and oranges. The response follows remarks praising the Indian economy for maintaining momentum despite global supply chain disruptions, food, and fuel uncertainties, registering a 7.8 percent growth in the last quarter.