Leader of opposition Partap Singh Bajwa criticizes Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for his failure to curb human trafficking. As Indian deportees from the US land in Amritsar, Bajwa questions the efficacy of the Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Act, 2012, and BJP criticizes Mann's government for inefficiency.
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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticised the BJP-led central government over the new Waqf law, alleging that the bill was passed using a "trick" without proper constitutional amendment. She accused the BJP of attempting to polarize Bengal and raised concerns about the prohibition of fish and meat in Bengali areas of Delhi.
As the ICC Champions Trophy final approaches, the ICC has announced the 'Player of the Tournament' nominees, dominated by players from finalist teams India and New Zealand. Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and Mohammed Shami from India, and Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, and Matt Henry from New Zealand, among others, are in contention, with Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai also making the list.
Swami Vishnudevananda Giriji Maharaj from Ukraine and Ananda Lila Mata from Russia are delivering sermons on love, peace, and compassion at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. They emphasize the importance of universal good and enlightenment, conducting special prayers for world peace amidst ongoing conflicts between their countries, demonstrating spirituality's power to transcend national identities.
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met Bangladesh's Touhid Hossain at the Indian Ocean Conference amid tense ties due to ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's presence in India. They discussed bilateral relations, Bimstec cooperation, and the revival of Saarc talks. They acknowledged challenges and emphasized joint efforts to address issues, ahead of potential Modi-Yunus meeting.
India and 62 other nations have agreed to a global carbon tax on commercial shipping, a sector responsible for 3% of global emissions and excluded from the Paris Agreement. Starting in 2028, ship owners must adopt cleaner fuels or face fines, with the generated funds dedicated to decarbonizing the shipping industry.
Efforts continue to rescue eight workers trapped in the Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel after a roof collapse. Multiple agencies, including the Army and Navy, are involved. Water and sludge impede operations. The Telangana government emphasizes unity and support for affected families. Work on the SLBC project will continue after rescue operations.
Deepak Chahar highlights the diminishing swing in IPL pitches, forcing bowlers to adapt with more attacking strategies due to stronger batting lineups and the 'Impact Player' rule. He praises Jasprit Bumrah's resilience after injury and acknowledges the distinct psychological approaches of Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, emphasising Mumbai's talent scouting and player development.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy criticized actor Allu Arjun for attending a Pushpa-2 screening despite police denial, alleging his presence led to a fatal stampede. Reddy highlighted Allu Arjun's roadshow amidst the chaos and contrasted the support he received from film personalities with the lack of empathy for the stampede victim's injured son.
Cricketer Rinku Singh has gifted a Kawasaki Ninja 400 bike, valued at over Rs 5 lakh, to his father who used to deliver cooking gas cylinders. The gesture has gone viral, touching fans' hearts. Rinku, now engaged to Priya Saroj, has played two ODIs and 30 T20Is for India, and will next be seen in the T20I series against England.