Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav presented the state's industry-friendly policies at the Global Investors Summit curtain-raiser in Bhopal. He highlighted affordable land and significant incentives for sectors like textiles, alongside abundant resources and infrastructure. Tailored policies for startups and timely processing of investment proposals are assured to attract investors to the heart of India.
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Twin blasts hit a military facility in Bannu, northwest Pakistan, after suicide bombers breached the wall. The attack, claimed by Jaish Al-Fursan, was the third militant assault since Ramadan began. The army eliminated further attackers, and operations continue. Previous attacks in Bannu include deadly bombings in November and July.
Leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi further accused Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla of making an unsubstantiated remark and not allowing him to respond, leading to an adjournment of the House. Gandhi expressed frustration over being consistently prevented from speaking in the Lok Sabha, particularly about the Kumbh Mela and unemployment.
A psychiatrist claims the RG Kar Hospital rape-murder victim consulted him for mental distress a month before her death, revealing severe work pressure and hospital irregularities. The victim had exposed issues in the procurement of medicines, leading to victimisation. The primary suspect, Sanjay Roy, received a life sentence, while the CBI continues its investigation.
The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) uncovered that federal agencies hold an excess of software licenses, many unused, which could result in significant taxpayer savings. For instance, the Department of Labor and General Services Administration reported substantial surplus in various software licenses. Fixes are in progress, alongside staff reductions at GSA as part of a workforce optimization initiative.
Israel and Hamas conducted their fifth exchange of hostages and prisoners, releasing three Israeli civilians and 183 Palestinians. The released hostages endured severe abuse during captivity. The ongoing ceasefire has facilitated multiple exchanges, with significant tolls on both sides.
The entertainment world is abuzz with Virat Kohli's Player of the Match honor causing regret among Anushka Sharma's past critics, Shilpa Shetty and Akshay Kumar's nostalgic dance, and Kangana Ranaut defending Rashmika Mandanna against political remarks. Controversies include Javed Akhtar's response to body-shaming claims and BLACKPINK's Jennie facing plagiarism accusations.
New Zealand's early breakthroughs had India struggling at 30/3, but Shreyas Iyer's resilient 75-ball half-century helped stabilize the innings. Iyer, adapting smartly to New Zealand's tactics, formed a crucial 98-run partnership with Axar Patel, laying a platform for the slog overs. His performance highlighted his improved technique and vital role as India's No.4 in ODIs.
Former President Donald Trump has revoked Joe Biden’s security clearance, citing concerns over Biden's memory and cognitive abilities. Trump pointed to Biden's 2021 decision to cut off Trump's access to intelligence briefings and referenced a report highlighting Biden's alleged poor memory.