Environmentalists and policy experts have criticized the Ken-Betwa river-linking project, claiming political motivations behind its approval. They argue that the project's ecological impact, including displacement of families and the destruction of tiger habitats, outweighs its purported benefits. Experts question the project's water distribution and irrigation claims and demand independent study.
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India, led by Virat Kohli with a composed 84, secured a tense four-wicket victory over Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final. This victory ended Australia's dominant run in ICC knockout matches against India and booked a spot for India in the final. Chasing 265, India lost the 36-year-old Kohli in the final stretch, but KL Rahul’s unbeaten 42 ensured the team crossed the line with 11 balls to spare at the Dubai International Stadium.
A principal and coordinator of Orchid International School in Navi Mumbai are facing charges for detaining a kindergarten student for four hours over unpaid fees. The five-year-old boy's father reported the incident, leading to an FIR under the Juvenile Justice Act. Despite assurances, the principal remains in her position.
Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has shared an important update regarding his upcoming shows in India amid the ongoing controversy surrounding India’s Got Latent. Samay, who had initially scheduled performances across multiple cities, has now cancelled all his shows, despite tickets being sold out through advance bookings. On Thursday (March 20), Samay took to his Instagram story and announced the rescheduling of his India tour.
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