Governor Haribhau Bagde sparked controversy by asserting that Mughal Emperor Akbar married a maid, not a princess from Amer, contradicting historical accounts. He accused British historians of distorting Indian history to diminish native heroes, citing the absence of 'Jodha Bai' in Akbarnama.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru stand-in captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants in Match 70 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. RCB made two changes to their playing XI, with regular skipper Rajat Patidar still starting on the bench and likely to be used as an Impact Substitute. Despite recovering from injury, Josh Hazlewood was left out, while Liam Livingstone... Expand
The Bombay High Court declared Hemang Shah's arrest illegal due to the police's failure to produce him before a magistrate within 24 hours. Justices Gauri Godse and Somasekhar Sundaresan ordered his immediate release from Arthur Road Jail, citing a violation of Article 22(2) of the Constitution.
In West Champaran, a horse became the responsibility of Nautan police. The horse was caught carrying smuggled liquor. The smuggler, Akash Yadav, is still absconding. Police are now caring for the animal. They are seeking an animal lover to take custody. The custodian must produce the horse in court if needed. After the trial, the state will auction the horse.
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Sunil Gavaskar has advised Shubman Gill, India's new Test captain, to prioritize exemplary behavior to earn the team's respect, emphasizing that a captain's conduct is paramount. Gill acknowledges the honor and responsibility, aiming to lead by example through discipline and hard work.
In Rajasthan's Karauli, women have spearheaded a remarkable transformation, combating drought and dacoity. Facing declining rainfall and barren lands, they convinced their husbands to abandon crime and revive traditional water bodies. Through community efforts and the support of Tarun Bharat Sangh, they built ponds, revitalized the Serni river, and brought prosperity back to the region, fostering stability and hope.
Jammu & Kashmir police have solved a murder case in Udhampur district, arresting three individuals, including the victim's wife. The investigation began after a decomposed body was discovered in a bag near Laddha village. Authorities identified the deceased as Ravi Kumar, and the suspects confessed to the crime, attributing it to a domestic dispute; the murder weapon has been recovered.
A major train tragedy was averted in Shamli as an alert loco pilot spotted a 20ft iron pipe and stones on the Delhi-Saharanpur railway track, prompting emergency brakes. This marks the fourth sabotage attempt on Uttar Pradesh's railway network in May, following previous incidents involving ballast and wooden logs placed on tracks.
Tommy Robinson, co-founder of the far-right English Defence League, was released from prison four months early, sparking immediate reactions. He had been jailed for contempt of court after breaching an injunction related to false claims against a Syrian refugee. Despite Justice Johnson noting a lack of remorse, Robinson's demonstrated commitment to complying with the injunction led to the sentence reduction.
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' is captivating audiences, earning over Rs. 44 crore in its first week. Released on May 23, 2025, the film's blend of humor and emotion resonated strongly, particularly with family audiences. Despite initial delays, the movie's success is driven by positive word-of-mouth and a compelling storyline set in Banaras.