A public feud has erupted between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, creating a dilemma for Republican lawmakers. The conflict stems from Musk's opposition to Trump's domestic policy bill, which he deems insufficient in cutting government spending.
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Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' is captivating audiences with its time-loop narrative, nearing Rs. 60 crore in India after a 10-day theatrical run. The film experienced a significant surge during its second weekend, with collections rising notably on Saturday and Sunday. The movie revolves around Ranjan in Banaras, who gets stuck reliving his 'haldi day' due to a broken promise.
Around an hour past midnight, Shreyas Iyer hit four sixes, looting 26 runs from the 19th over bowled by rookie Ashwani Kumar of Mumbai Indians (MI) to take Punjab Kings (PBKS) to their first IPL final in 11 years. PBKS defeated MI by five wickets in the rain-affected Qualifier 2 to seal their final spot, where they will lock horns against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
The IPL final is set as Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, both seeking their first title, clash in Ahmedabad. PBKS, led by talismanic captain Shreyas Iyer, returns to the final after a decade. An emotional video message from Iyer's family, filled with Punjabi spirit, has boosted the team's morale.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized the Bengal government, cautioning against turning the state into "North Korea," following the arrest of social media influencer Sharmishta Panoli for a controversial video. Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan questioned the "selective outrage," emphasizing that secularism should apply equally.
The finance ministry has urged states to safeguard bank employees from rising assaults and intimidation, which disrupt essential banking services. Financial services secretary M Nagaraju emphasized the importance of uninterrupted banking for daily needs, welfare access, and economic support. He requested state governments to deploy police at sensitive locations during peak hours to prevent such incidents and maintain public trust.
Indian banks will observe closures on June 6th and 7th, 2025, for Eid al-Adha, according to the RBI. Kerala banks will be closed on June 6th, while most banks nationwide will be closed on June 7th, except in a few cities. Despite the holiday, digital banking services will remain operational.
Izz al-Din al-Haddad is poised to become Hamas's new leader after Muhammad Sinwar's death in an Israeli airstrike. As the most senior surviving commander from Hamas's pre-war Gaza leadership, al-Haddad is expected to assume operational control. He previously led the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades in Gaza City and played a key role in the October 7 attacks.
Gautam Gambhir has strongly hinted at Karun Nair's inclusion in the playing XI for the upcoming England Test series, emphasizing the importance of rewarding players with consistent performances. Nair's impressive domestic form, including a double century against England Lions, coupled with Gambhir's backing, makes his selection at Headingley increasingly probable.
Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' faces skepticism from Republican senators, international investors, and even Elon Musk, due to concerns about escalating US debt. Despite White House assurances of economic growth, critics highlight rising debt levels following Trump's 2017 tax reductions. Experts warn that increased debt could sustain elevated interest rates, hindering economic expansion and burdening future policymakers.