Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of rigging the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly elections. He cited a substantial increase of 72 lakh voters after the Lok Sabha elections, mainly benefitting the BJP. The Congress expressed concerns about deleted voters and anomalous voter rolls, questioning the legitimacy of the election results.
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​The special mention of Pakistan in Donald Trump's first Congress address came after the Trump administration recently authorised $397 million for Pakistan for its F-16 fighter jet fleet -- signalling a possible shift in policy. In 2018, during his previous term, Trump halted military assistance to Pakistan citing their inadequate counter-terrorism efforts.
In New Town's Gouranganar, a 29-year-old man, Sanket Chatterjee, was fatally beaten after confronting three men harassing his live-in partner. The incident occurred in the early hours when the woman, having left home after an argument, was accosted by the trio. Despite her pleas and attempts to seek help from neighbors, the assault continued, leading to Sanket's death.
Aman Putra Chand Khan, accused of raping a seven-year-old girl, attempted to escape police custody in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh by snatching a policeman's pistol and firing at the police. The police retaliated, injuring him in the leg, and he was subsequently recaptured and taken to the hospital for treatment before facing legal procedures.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed regret over a heated exchange with US President Trump during Ukraine-US talks, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong US support against Russia. Despite the tense encounter, Zelenskyy stressed the need for polite diplomacy and recognized Americans and Europeans as key allies, while firmly viewing Russia as an adversary.
As record-breaking numbers of pilgrims from Maha Kumbh reached Varanasi, restrictions were extended and safety measures enforced. CM Yogi Adityanath conducted an aerial survey and opted for a cruise to visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple. Ganga aarti was suspended, schools remained online, and boat operations were restricted after 6pm to manage the crowd.
Israel announced plans to expand across Gaza after constructing a security corridor. The corridor, Morag, aims to isolate Rafah. Rafah's municipality criticised the move as a breach of international law. Airstrikes continued, causing casualties. Evacuations were ordered following rocket fire. Hamas warned of risks to hostages. A video of hostage Edan Alexander has also surfaced.
To the public, Jeffrey Epstein was a financier, a man with wealth and high-profile friends. However, behind closed doors, he was far more—a manipulator who dealt not in money alone, but in secrets and leverage. His influence did not stem solely from his fortune but from the compromising material he allegedly collected on those in his orbit. As the Department of Justice released its first batch of unsealed court records, the world braced for what would come next.
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy faced criticism due to India's matches being confined to Dubai, amidst claims of 'unfair advantage'. Robin Uthappa defended the move, citing India's right to choose venues due to geo-political reasons. The focus remains on India's form and strategy, with hopes high for another ICC trophy win under Rohit Sharma's leadership.
Ed Sheeran's impromptu street performance in Bengaluru was cut short by police due to lack of permission and footpath encroachment. The incident sparked a debate on the flexibility needed for spontaneous artistic expressions, with Sheeran's team insisting they had permission, while local authorities denied any such claims.