Microsoft aims to create AI "agents" capable of collaborating and retaining interaction memories. CTO Kevin Scott announced support for Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open-source technology from Anthropic. MCP could foster an "agentic web," similar to the internet's growth via hypertext protocols. Microsoft seeks industry-wide standards for cross-company agent collaboration.

Villarreal secured a Champions League spot, defeating La Liga champions Barcelona 3-2. Real Madrid beat nine-man Sevilla 2-0, with a goal from Kylian Mbappe. Leganes boosted their survival hopes with a win against Las Palmas. Barcelona, despite the loss, celebrated their league title. Atletico Madrid thrashed Real Betis 4-1. Getafe and Alaves secured their safety with wins. Espanyol's loss leaves them in relegation danger.

Former Pakistan coach Mohsin Khan sparked outrage with his statement that Virat Kohli is "zero" compared to Babar Azam. However, numbers and performances suggest otherwise. Kohli's recent century against Pakistan was his 51st ODI hundred, while Babar struggled throughout the tournament. Experts argue that Kohli's consistency and ability to perform under pressure set him apart from Babar.

An all-party parliamentary delegation will visit countries to present India's perspective on Kashmir. National Conference leader Sadiq welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the need to inform the world about the region's situation. Congress leader Sandeep Dixit supported the move but urged India to press other nations to get Pakistan to cease terrorist activities. The delegation follows the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor.

Looking for a fun summer activity? Consider pottery! Several retreats across India offer pottery workshops for kids and adults. These include Clayfingers in Thrissur, Claybotik in Jaipur, Dharamkot Studio in Himachal Pradesh, and The Pottery Lab in Mumbai. Other options are Clay Station in Bengaluru, Rishikesh Pottery Studio, and The Shilaroo Project in Himachal Pradesh. These retreats offer a chance to unplug, learn new skills, and create lasting memories.

Chronic inflammation can lead to major illnesses like diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and arthritis. Five key blood markers - CRP, uric acid, fasting insulin, homocysteine, and ferritin - can reveal information about general health and degree of inflammation. Elevated levels of these markers may indicate systemic inflammation, insulin resistance, or metabolic disorders. Monitoring these markers can help identify potential health issues early on.

Indian businesses lead in AI adoption but lag in innovation, with many using AI superficially as a smart assistant rather than a strategic partner. To truly benefit from AI, companies need an "AI-ready" culture that blends machine speed and precision with human creativity and ethics. This requires a mindset shift, leadership commitment, and a learning-first culture to unlock the full potential of AI.

The IMF imposed 11 new conditions on Pakistan after India flagged risks. India confirmed using the S-400 in Operation Sindoor. Export curbs were imposed on Bangladesh after threats over India's northeast. India gave a 30-day deadline to verify documents of suspected illegal immigrants. India is set to become the top rice producer, surpassing China. India plans to open its nuclear sector, easing liability laws. Mayawati elevated her nephew to BSP's de facto number two.

Jannik Sinner, despite losing the Italian Open final to Carlos Alcaraz, remains optimistic. He views the match as a valuable lesson for the upcoming French Open. Alcaraz secured his first Rome title, ending Sinner's 26-match win streak. Sinner, returning after a three-month break, expressed satisfaction with his performance. He acknowledged areas for improvement before Paris. Sinner will now rest before the French Open, skipping the Hamburg tournament.

Microsoft envisions a future where AI agents from different companies can work together seamlessly. The company is backing an open-source protocol called Model Context Protocol (MCP) to create an "agentic web". Microsoft's Chief Technology Officer Kevin Scott said this will allow users' imagination to drive the development of AI, rather than just a few companies. The company is also working on improving AI agents' memories through structured retrieval augmentation.