DOGE announced the termination of 20 consulting contracts, leading to a $26 million savings for taxpayers. Musk, leading the task force described such payments as 'money laundering.' Concerns have been raised about DOGE's access to sensitive data and its potential overreach, with notable backlash from Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer.
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The Supreme Court will hear a matter on Wednesday regarding the Allahabad High Court's ruling that grabbing a minor girl's breasts and breaking her pyjama does not amount to rape or an attempt to rape. The high court ruled that the acts constituted aggravated sexual assault, with no evidence of an attempt to commit penetrative sexual assault.
Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' is receiving positive reviews after its theatrical release, following the success of 'Gadar 2'. The film earned Rs 9.5 crore on its opening day, performing well in northern regions. However, it faces competition from Ajith Kumar's 'Good Bad Ugly' in the south. By Friday afternoon, 'Jaat' had collected Rs 1.39 crore, bringing its total to Rs 10.
Chief minister Siddaramaiah acknowledged a power-sharing arrangement with his deputy, DK Shivakumar, in Karnataka. The final decision on any leadership change lies with the Congress high command. This marks a shift from his previous stance. Siddaramaiah is expected to complete 30 months in office by year-end. BJP has accused the government of misusing funds allocated for SC/ST welfare.
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In Babupur village, UP's Shahjahanpur, a class 5 student was fatally shot by a villager, Veerpal, and his son, Akash, after they mistook him for a thief while he was guarding his family's crop field. The incident occurred as the boy delivered dinner to his father. Both accused have been arrested and charged with murder.