In the aftermath of a language row in Belagavi, a girl retracted her sexual harassment complaint against a bus conductor under the Pocso Act. The incident sparked tensions between Kannada and Marathi speakers, leading to bus services suspension. Authorities are considering police deployment on buses to ensure safety and resume services.
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April McDaniel shared that her friendship with Adele started unexpectedly at a gym. Initially annoyed by McDaniel's workout breaks, Adele's straightforwardness marked their start. However, they eventually connected and formed a close bond. McDaniel even received a personal note on Adele's album, highlighting their friendship. McDaniel also hosts a podcast with Savannah James.
A US appeals court upheld the jury's verdict that Donald Trump sexually abused columnist E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s and confirmed a $5 million compensation for defamation and sexual abuse. Trump, who has denied the allegations, previously attacked Carroll's credibility during his presidency.
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A tragic video surfaced showing a 25-year-old BPO worker, Shubhada Kodare, being attacked with a cleaver by her colleague in a call center parking lot in Pune. Despite numerous bystanders, no one intervened to save her. The incident has sparked discussions on bystander apathy and the need for enhanced security measures in workplaces.
Sunil Gavaskar was not present on stage during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Despite being at the venue, he wasn't invited to the dais while Allan Border represented the trophy to winning captain Pat Cummins. Cricket Australia has not yet issued a statement clarifying the Indian legend's omission.
Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in green on Friday. While BSE Sensex was above 76,700, Nifty50 was above 23,250.
Top stock market recommendations: Aakash K Hindocha recommends Computer Age Management Services, PCBL Chemical, and Balrampur Chini Mills for today. Following significant market movement, Nifty is poised for potential retracement while Bank Nifty shows resilience.
Dipa Karmakar, from Tripura, rose to international acclaim in gymnastics despite limited resources. She mastered the dangerous Produnova vault, setting a new standard for Indian gymnasts. After battling injuries and securing multiple medals, she retired at age 31, leaving a legacy and continuing to inspire the next generation through coaching and her role in sports administration.
Thousands of devotees assemble in Ayodhya for the first anniversary celebrations of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the grand Ram temple, marked by religious rituals and cultural events. Prime Minister Modi and other leaders extend their greetings, celebrating the temple's significance and ongoing construction milestones.