A video of Madhya Pradesh Deputy Inspector General of Police Savita Sohane advising students to avoid conceiving on a full moon night to ensure bright offspring has gone viral. Sohane claims her advice is based on spiritual teachings and aims to foster respect for girls.
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Two woman journalists, Pogadadanda Revathi and Bandi Sandhya, were arrested in Hyderabad for circulating a derogatory video about Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy. The video, involving an elderly farmer, led to a complaint from the Congress’s social media cell. Their arrest sparked criticism from BRS's KT Rama Rao, questioning Congress's stance on free speech.
India strongly criticised Pakistan at the UN human rights council, branding it a 'failed state' that thrives on instability and survives on international aid. Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi condemned Pakistan's falsehoods, its focus on Kashmir, and alleged human rights abuses, urging Islamabad to address its internal governance issues.
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