New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, a Democratic mayoral candidate, was arrested at a Manhattan immigration court after linking arms with a man federal agents were attempting to detain. Agents arrested Lander for allegedly assaulting law enforcement and impeding a federal officer. Released after a few hours, Lander insisted he did not assault anyone and was there to support immigrants.
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A Maharashtra couple, Pooja and Pravin Mahajan, narrowly escaped a fatal helicopter crash near Kedarnath due to an act of kindness. They allowed a sick teenager and her grandmother to board the helicopter first, inadvertently saving their own lives as the same helicopter crashed minutes after takeoff, killing Pooja's sister, her husband, and their toddler daughter.
Aryan Asari, a 17-year-old from Aravalli, was questioned by Ahmedabad police regarding a viral video of the Air India flight 171 crash. The video, showing the plane's descent and explosion, quickly spread online. Aryan, residing near the runway, stated he didn't film it but screen-recorded it from a friend before sharing it with his father.
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered that state-backed Chinese groups have been infiltrating Russian networks since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict, all in pursuit of sensitive military data. Although the two nations maintain a 'no-limits' partnership, a leaked FSB document indicates Russia's increasing unease regarding Chinese surveillance activities, even categorizing China as a potential adversary.
Israel claimed aerial freedom over Tehran after a large-scale strike involving over 70 fighter jets, targeting Iran's nuclear program and military sites. The operation, which lasted over two hours, aimed to dismantle Iran's military and nuclear capabilities, asserting that Tehran is now exposed to Israeli strikes. Israel stated the strikes will delay Iran's nuclear program by years.
Bengaluru police apprehended S Madan, 37, for allegedly kissing two women in Pulakeshinagar. The incident occurred on June 6. One victim reported the man accosted and kissed her in Milton Park. He then repeated the act on another woman nearby. Police used CCTV footage to trace Madan to his residence in Banasawadi. He is now in judicial custody.
The Karen Read trial, a suburban tragedy turned national obsession, exposed the collision of American justice, media, and culture. Accused of murdering her boyfriend, a police officer, Read became a figure of intense public scrutiny, fueled by social media and dueling narratives. Ultimately acquitted, her case highlights the power of online opinion in shaping legal outcomes.
Amidst escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear program, Israel launched preemptive strikes targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites, resulting in casualties, including key military and nuclear personnel. Prime Minister Netanyahu declared the operation aimed at eliminating the Iranian threat, prompting airspace restrictions and warnings of potential retaliation.
Shrawan Kumar, a 19-year-old from a humble background in Balotra, has cleared NEET, securing a remarkable rank despite working in a factory and his parents washing dishes for a living. Access to electricity and a smartphone significantly aided his studies, enabling him to receive free NEET coaching from government doctors.
The Supreme Court has directed the Karnataka government to ensure the smooth screening of Kamal Haasan's film "Thug Life," taking action against those obstructing its release. The court expressed concern over the suppression of artistic expression due to perceived offense, emphasizing the state's duty to protect freedom of expression.