Amidst tense protests in Los Angeles following immigration raids, several Waymo self-driving taxis were vandalized and set ablaze. Demonstrators, expressing anger towards law enforcement and perceived Big Tech inequality, targeted the robotaxis. At least five Waymo vehicles were destroyed, raising safety concerns due to burning lithium-ion batteries releasing toxic gases.
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Actor Kamal Haasan faced an awkward moment at a party meeting in Chennai. A man gifted him a sword on stage, leading to a brief commotion. Haasan appeared visibly displeased and asked the man to put the sword down. Meanwhile, Haasan is embroiled in a controversy in Karnataka. The Karnataka High Court addressed his remarks about the Kannada language. He claimed Kannada originated from Tamil, sparking outrage.
An Air India Dreamliner 787-8, flight AI 171 carrying 242 people to London, tragically crashed in Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff. The airline is arranging relief flights from Delhi and Mumbai for families.
South Africa are set to clash with Australia in the World Test Championship Final at Lord's. Temba Bavuma will lead the Proteas, aiming to secure their first ICC title in 25 years. South Africa topped the WTC points table, showcasing strong performances. Key players like Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada are crucial for South Africa.
Uttarakhand Police has deployed an anti-terror squad at Ghangaria, near the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib, following the Pahalgam terror attack. This unprecedented security measure aims to safeguard tourists and pilgrims visiting the popular Himalayan sites.
In Rabindranagar-Akra near Maheshtala, clashes erupted over a disputed construction site, injuring five policemen, including DC (Port) Harikrishna Pai. Protesters damaged vehicles and set a bike ablaze, prompting police to use lathicharge and tear gas. Authorities have arrested four individuals and are conducting route marches to maintain order.
The Oval's museum is celebrating its 180th anniversary by showcasing iconic cricket memorabilia. Virat Kohli's match-worn gloves from a 2022 ODI against England, complete with his signature and a message to the museum, are on display. A signed Sachin Tendulkar jersey, commemorating his illustrious career, is also a featured attraction, highlighting his achievements in the sport.
Sonam Raghuvanshi, once aspiring to pursue an MBA, was asked to help in the family business, where she met Raj Kushwaha — now accused of helping her plot husband Raja’s murder during their honeymoon. The arranged marriage, seemingly accepted by Sonam, masked a chilling betrayal. Raj stayed behind, coordinating the crime, while trust within both families shattered.
Amid escalating protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles, President Trump deployed National Guard troops, a move Governor Newsom criticized as inflammatory and a misuse of power. The deployment, the first of its kind since 1965, sparked confrontations, with federal officers using tear gas.
The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with 149 nations voting in favor. India abstained, despite key US allies supporting the resolution, while the US and Israel opposed it. This decision follows India's previous support for similar resolutions and recent reliance on Israeli defense technology during a conflict with Pakistan.