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Congress leader Randeep Surjewala accused the BJP government of weaponizing the Enforcement Directorate (ED), citing a surge in PMLA cases under NDA rule with a low conviction rate. Data revealed an eightfold increase in cases compared to the UPA era, with only 4.6% resulting in convictions.
A 28-year-old Bangladeshi woman working as domestic help was found dead on Kalkere lakebed in Bengaluru, suspected to have been sexually abused and murdered. She was strangled and bludgeoned. The victim's husband reported her missing after she failed to return home. The authorities suspect illegal immigration and are investigating the case.
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, known for their business rivalry, exchanged congratulatory messages after successful rocket launches by Blue Origin and SpaceX. This friendly interaction followed a dinner at Mar-a-Lago.
Virat Kohli's unbeaten 73 against Punjab Kings propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a comfortable seven-wicket victory. Kohli surpassed David Warner to claim the record for most fifty-plus scores in IPL history, reaching his 67th. Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 complemented Kohli's anchor innings, while disciplined bowling from Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma restricted Punjab Kings to a manageable total.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi accuses Haryana's BJP government of deliberately polluting the Yamuna to disrupt Delhi’s water supply before elections. Elevated ammonia levels are cited, which Delhi Jal Board claims supports this allegation. Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini refutes the accusations, attributing the crisis to Delhi's mismanagement. The Election Commission seeks a report on the matter.
The Centre informed the Supreme Court about the widespread application of halal certification beyond food items, affecting prices significantly. The solicitor general highlighted how certification fees were collected even for non-food items like cement and water bottles. UP banned halal-certified food products in November 2023, citing public health and potential consumer confusion.
Maharashtra's cultural minister Ashish Shelar inaugurated the Art of India event, announcing MAHARA awards to honor artistic contributions and unveiling the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit planned for May. The event featured diverse artworks and highlighted the need for greater recognition and investment in Indian art.
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s unbeaten 105 in the fourth Test against Australia has drawn praise for his skill and maturity. With India at 191/6, Reddy’s partnership with Washington Sundar helped avoid the follow-on and revive hopes of a result. Their historic 127-run stand kept India in the game, showcasing the resilience and promise of young Indian cricketers.
RJD workers have placed a poster outside former CM Rabri Devi's residence, portraying current Bihar CM Nitish Kumar as a villain for allegedly disrespecting women, Mahatma Gandhi, and the national anthem. The controversy follows an incident where Kumar was seen talking during the national anthem. Tejashwi Yadav criticized Kumar via social media as Bihar prepares for assembly elections.