At least nine people died and two were injured when a mini van carrying passengers collided with a stationary state transport bus after being hit from behind by a speeding tempo on the highway to Nashik, near Narayangaon. The van was trapped between the bus and the tempo, with most victims being villagers and labourers.
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The Uttarakhand government, led by CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, has approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) manual, staying true to their 2022 electoral promise. Following legislative approval and presidential assent, the state is set to be first in India to implement the UCC covering marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar expressed frustration at a public event, reminding voters they don't oversee him. He commented on Baramati's expanding real estate market, noting its fluctuations linked to election results. Pawar also cautioned MIDC officials against unauthorized changes in land status.
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan underwent surgery to remove a knife fragment from his spine after being attacked at his Mumbai residence. The surgery, involving neurosurgery and plastic surgery, was successful. Khan, 54, is in stable condition and recovering in the ICU. Doctors anticipate moving him to a ward and possibly discharging him within a few days.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk supported Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi after she criticized UK PM Keir Starmer for using the term 'Asian' concerning child abuse, urging it to be 'Pakistani grooming gangs.' British Indian and South Asian communities express frustration with Starmer for generalizing crimes to all Asians.
The Enforcement Directorate searched locations linked to Kerala-based businessman Gokulam Gopalan for alleged foreign exchange violations. The investigation, under FEMA, includes Chennai and Kochi premises. Gopalan is involved in producing the film "L2: Empuraan", which has faced criticism and received an apology from actor Mohanlal for controversial content.
The Delhi High Court ordered jailed J&K MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh to deposit approximately Rs 4 lakh for travel expenses to attend Parliament. Rashid has already deposited Rs 1.4 lakh and will pay the remainder within three days. The court stressed the importance of fulfilling the constitutional duties despite the high costs.
National Investigation Agency arrested two individuals in Uttara Kannada for allegedly leaking information about Karwar naval base to Pakistan through honey-trapping. The accused were trapped by Pakistani intelligence and shared naval details in exchange for money. They were employed with a local company. More arrests are likely as authorities suspect a wider network.
Daoke, an Amritsar village bordering Pakistan, remains cautiously calm amidst rising tensions. Villagers acknowledge the potential danger of being cut off if the connecting road is targeted, yet express trust in the Indian Army's protection. While some families have taken precautions by sending children to safer areas, daily life continues with a sense of resilience, contrasting with the palpable fear experienced during past conflicts.
Indian Railways' Vande Bharat sleeper train prototype has successfully hit a speed of 180 kmph during RDSO field trials. Designed for long-distance overnight travel, this sleeper variant features advanced amenities including internet connectivity, improved safety measures, and smoother rides.