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Engineer Abhey Singh, also known as IITian Baba, has been expelled from Juna Akhara for using abusive language against his guru, Mahant Someshwar Puri. This action underscores the importance of discipline and respect towards the guru in the sanyasi tradition. Singh is banned from the akhara until he adheres to its discipline.
Mumbai's local train services on the Central Railway's main line faced disruptions due to a signalling glitch on the south-bound slow track between Diva and Mumbra stations, causing delays of 15-20 minutes early Tuesday. The issue, reported at 4.55 am, was resolved by 6 am. Overcrowding inconvenienced passengers as 35 lakh daily commuters use the Central Railway network.
A senior executive at a content production company, Nishant Tripathi, allegedly took his own life due to harassment by his wife and her aunt. Following the presentation of a suicide note by his family, authorities have filed charges against the accused while continuing their investigation.
The Supreme Court has agreed to review a plea challenging the consolidation of four chargesheets related to corruption in appointments for various positions, including assistant engineers and bus drivers, within the Tamil Nadu transport sector. These cases are linked to a cash-for-jobs scam involving minister V Senthil Balaji.
Research on lab-produced eggs and sperm, known as in-vitro gametogenesis (IVGs), is advancing quickly, with potential for future fertility treatments. While successful in mice, it remains untested in humans. Issues such as safety, effectiveness, and ethical concerns need careful consideration, involving patient communities and public input from the early stages.
Rahul Gandhi has initiated the 'White T-shirt Movement,' emphasizing collective action for justice and rights of the poor and working class. He criticizes the Modi government for neglecting these groups in favor of enriching capitalists, leading to increasing inequality and worsening conditions for workers.
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In a bizarre IPL 2025 moment, MS Dhoni's six landed in Ravindra Jadeja's hands near the boundary. Yuzvendra Chahal's final over dismantled CSK, dismissing Dhoni and claiming a hat-trick. Despite Sam Curran's 84 and Ayush Mhatre's 76, a dramatic collapse saw CSK lose five wickets for 18 runs, finishing at 190. Chahal's brilliance and CSK's batting frailties defined the innings.