India's economy exceeded expectations with a 7.4% growth in the fourth quarter of FY 2024-25. However, the full fiscal year GDP growth is provisionally estimated at 6.5%, marking a four-year low compared to previous years.
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In Dakshina Kannada, several Muslim Congress functionaries resigned, citing government negligence and failure to protect the community following revenge killings, including the murder of a mosque secretary.
Mumbai experienced its earliest monsoon onset ever recorded, breaking a century-old rainfall record for May with 295mm. The city received very heavy rainfall, with Colaba recording 144.3 mm and Santacruz 74.3 mm. The intense showers exposed the city's unpreparedness, leading to waterlogging in new areas, disrupted train and flight services, and incidents of structural damage.
Dilip Vengsarkar expressed surprise at Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's Test retirements, expecting them after the England tour. He acknowledged their significant contribution and the void they leave. Vengsarkar highlighted the opportunity for domestic players to step up and praised Shreyas Iyer's consistent performance across formats, deferring to selectors on replacements.
In Bengaluru's Judges Colony, businessman Shashank S. alleges assault by Zepto delivery executive Vishnuvardhan over an address dispute. The altercation escalated after Shashank questioned Vishnuvardhan's rudeness towards his sister-in-law. Shashank claims Vishnuvardhan hurled abuses, punched him, and issued a death threat. Suffering a skull fracture, Shashank posted on Instagram seeking justice.
A US trade court has rebuked Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs strategy, deeming his broad tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act as an overreach of presidential power. This ruling casts uncertainty on trade negotiations with key partners like China and India, potentially altering their negotiation strategies.
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Outrage is brewing in Karnataka's Haveri district after seven men, accused in a gang-rape case from January 2024, celebrated their release on bail with a public victory procession. The celebration followed the court granting bail due to the survivor's inability to identify the accused during a recent hearing.
Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone in his IPL career, becoming the second player to surpass 7000 runs. During the Eliminator against Gujarat Titans, he scored a fluent 81 off 50 balls, featuring nine fours and four sixes. Despite being dropped twice, Rohit capitalized on the opportunities, helping Mumbai Indians post a formidable powerplay score.