US President Donald Trump praised Elon Musk for his efforts to reform the federal workforce and urged him to be more aggressive. Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency, responded by introducing accountability measures and has significantly cut federal spending. The department claims to have saved billions and reduced unnecessary contracts and workforce.
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Former UK PM Rishi Sunak visited Parsee Gymkhana in Mumbai, marking the club's 140th anniversary. He played cricket with local boys and interacted with gymkhana members. Sunak, of Indian origin, noted the historical significance of the venue and the gymkhana's acquisition from the colonial government.
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A case has been filed against three men for assaulting a Dalit groom and threatening to kill him if he did not dismount his horse during his wedding procession in Agra. The accused also hurled casteist slurs, broke portraits of Dr BR Ambedkar and Gautam Buddha, and attacked the groom's grandfather.
Ashley St. Clair has urged Elon Musk to acknowledge their alleged 13th child and finalize the child's upbringing agreement. St. Clair's representative stated that private negotiations were disrupted by a tabloid reporter. Musk reacted to the claims on social media, leading St. Clair to demand he address the situation privately for their child's well-being.
Several international students in the U.S. face arrests and deportation for participating in pro-Palestinian protests and allegedly supporting Hamas. Notable cases include Tufts University's Rumeysa Ozturk, Columbia's Mahmoud Khalil, and Georgetown's Badar Khan Suri. Each faces legal battles amid accusations, with varied backgrounds and alleged activities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Conclave, emphasizing the need for dynamic leadership to advance India's progress. SOUL aims to train future leaders in governance, business, and policy-making. Modi highlighted the importance of equipping youth with skills and knowledge for nation-building, with the SOUL campus in Gujarat set to open in two years.
President Donald Trump announced his intention to sign an executive order reversing the Biden administration's phased ban on plastic straws, which aimed to reduce single-use plastic dependency. Although touted as environmentally friendly, studies reveal that paper straws may pose health risks due to PFAS contamination.