Rahul Gandhi has urged the Election Commission to specify the date for providing voter rolls from the Maharashtra and Haryana legislative elections, welcoming the decision to share electoral data from 2009-2024.
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Yorkshire County Cricket Club has announced the signing of Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad for the remainder of the English domestic season. The 28-year-old, who has represented India in both ODIs and T20s, will join the team in July for the County Championship game against Surrey and will also be available for the Metro Bank One Day Cup.
In Lucknow's Chinhat area, a 16-year-old girl suffered severe spinal injuries after allegedly being thrown off a roof by a policeman, Mukesh Yadav, who has been arrested. The girl's mother alleges Yadav harassed her daughter and assaulted the family along with his wife and brother-in-law, leading to the incident.
Amidst growing protests against immigration raids, President Trump deployed federal forces to Los Angeles, raising concerns about authoritarian overreach. California officials condemned the move as a provocation, while incidents of violence and the treatment of journalists sparked international criticism. The crackdown on undocumented workers, targeting specific locations, has ignited fear and outrage within immigrant communities and drawn sharp political divisions.
A crowd in Pimpri's Premlok Park worshipped a gulmohar tree, mistaking water flowing from it as a miracle. The phenomenon, which drew garlands and offerings, was quickly debunked by PCMC officials. An underground water pipeline burst, causing the water to emerge through the tree's trunk, leading to repairs and discussions about awareness.
Josh Allen is navigating playful fan reactions after a lighthearted red carpet interaction between his wife, Hailee Steinfeld, and actor Michael B. Jordan went viral. Despite the teasing, Allen and Steinfeld, who recently married in a lavish ceremony, appear to be in a strong and supportive relationship, with Allen's focus remaining on the upcoming NFL season.
The Congress party criticises the government's abstention from the UNGA vote on a Gaza ceasefire. Mallikarjun Kharge and other leaders call it a departure from India's foreign policy. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra deems the abstention shameful. Pawan Khera accuses the government of moral cowardice. K C Venugopal questions the shift in India's stance.
The second unofficial four-day Test between India A and England Lions concluded in a draw at Northampton. India A declared their second innings at 417/7, setting England Lions a target of 439. Tanush Kotian's unbeaten 90 and Anshul Kamboj's 51 led India A's batting effort. England Lions were 32/3 in their second innings.
Justice Yashwant Varma of Allahabad High Court is facing potential impeachment during the Monsoon session due to a corruption case. A fire at his residence uncovered unaccounted cash, leading to a Supreme Court panel finding him culpable. While resignation would preserve his benefits, impeachment would strip them.