A senior citizen couple successfully sued South Western Railway after being denied a refund for a train journey they couldn't undertake due to severe overcrowding. The consumer commission ruled in their favor, citing deficiency in service, and ordered a full refund along with compensation for mental agony and litigation costs.
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Mumbai's Khar area faced waterlogging after Monday's heavy rainfall, disrupting daily life and raising concerns about monsoon preparedness. The IMD forecasts continued heavy rainfall, while the early monsoon arrival claimed five lives in Maharashtra. Water ingress at a Metro Line 3 station highlights drainage concerns as the city braces for more intense weather.
India firmly stated that dialogue with Pakistan remains suspended until Islamabad takes concrete action against terrorism, following the Pahalgam attack. The Indus Waters Treaty is also on hold until Pakistan verifiably ceases cross-border terrorism support. This strong response follows Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif's offer for talks on Kashmir and counterterrorism, alongside trade promotion.
An IndiGo flight from Raipur to Delhi aborted its landing due to a sudden dust storm and strong winds, reaching speeds of up to 80 km/h. The aircraft circled before safely landing after the weather improved.
Vishnu Gupta, the Hindu Sena national president, has urged an Ajmer court to dismiss responses from the dargah committee and ASI denying the existence of a Shiva temple beneath the Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti dargah. Gupta, in his rejoinder, reaffirmed his claim and right to worship at the site, dismissing the respondents' replies as obstructing justice.
Driven by nine determined citizens, Sarakki Lake in Bengaluru underwent a remarkable revival after decades of neglect. The Sarakki Lake Area Improvement Trust (SLAIT) successfully combatted sewage inflow, encroachments, and ecological damage through strategic partnerships and legal action.
Amidst escalating tensions with the U.S. administration, Apple is reportedly planning to significantly ramp up iPhone production in India. A Wall Street analyst predicts that by fall 2025, up to 65% of iPhones could be manufactured in India. Despite pressure from President Trump to shift production to the U.S.
Roger Binny's tenure as BCCI president is nearing its end due to age restrictions, potentially paving the way for Rajeev Shukla to take over. Binny's presidency saw India's success in the T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy, alongside the introduction of the Women's Premier League. His focus also included strengthening domestic cricket.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon cautioned American officials against underestimating China's resilience in the trade conflict, highlighting their preparedness and determination. He warned against expecting China to concede to American pressure, emphasizing their capacity to address challenges with significant resources. Dimon also expressed concerns about the United States' overall readiness for future global conflicts, particularly in military strength.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited Ayodhya's Ram temple and Hanuman Garhi temple on Sunday, seeking spiritual blessings. The couple, dressed in traditional attire, offered prayers and received a warm welcome from temple priests. This visit follows their recent trip to Vrindavan, where they engaged in spiritual discussions with Premanand Govind Sharan Maharaj about inner peace and devotion.