The final draft of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' proposes a lower 1% tax on remittances. An earlier version suggested 3.5%. The United States is India's biggest remittance source.
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A female law student was allegedly gang-raped inside her college in South Kolkata's Kasba area, sparking outrage and raising concerns about women's safety. Following the incident, police swiftly arrested three individuals, identified as former students or staff of the college. The arrests occurred within 12 hours of the complaint, prompting political reactions and demands for strict punishment.
South Korean researchers at KAIST developed a new cancer therapy. It reprograms cancer cells into normal cells without chemotherapy or radiation. The AI-powered tool, BENEIN, maps and silences specific genes. Lab tests showed promising results in colon cancer cells and mice. This innovative approach offers hope for safer, personalized cancer treatments. Further research is needed before human trials can begin.
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated development projects in Bihar, including flagging off a locomotive for export to Guinea under the 'Make in India' initiative and launching the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra and Gorakhpur.
Opposition parties have strongly criticized RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale's suggestion to review the words 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Constitution's Preamble, labeling it an attack on the Constitution's core values. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the RSS-BJP of wanting to replace the Constitution with 'Manusmriti'.
Supriya Shrinate, a Congress leader, has made accusations against Rajeev Singh, a BJP MLA. She alleges he orchestrated an assault on a train passenger. The incident reportedly occurred on the New Delhi–Bhopal Vande Bharat Express. The dispute arose over a window seat. The Uttar Pradesh BJP has issued a show cause notice to Singh. He is asked to provide a written explanation. Singh claims the co-passenger misbehaved with his family.
Following a tragic stampede during IPL victory celebrations, the Karnataka government has drafted a bill to hold event organizers accountable for crowd management. The proposed legislation includes jail time and fines for safety violations, granting authorities broad powers to regulate events.
Air India has initiated interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each for the families of the deceased and survivors of the Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12. Payments have been made to three families, with others being processed. This is in addition to the Rs 1 crore compensation from Tata Sons.
Following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, concerns are rising about potential regional contamination. While the IAEA hasn't detected increased radiation, experts warn of the dangers from released toxic chemicals like uranium hexafluoride. Attacks on enrichment sites pose chemical risks, but a strike on the Bushehr nuclear power plant could trigger a catastrophic radiological disaster.
Julian Reese, brother of Angel Reese, is now with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers signed the former Maryland Terrapins player. Angel Reese expressed her joy and support on social media. She reminded Julian that the real work is just beginning. Julian Reese had a successful college career. He aims to make a mark in the NBA.
Israel executed strikes against Iran. The operation targeted military leaders and nuclear scientists. It is called 'Red Wedding' and 'Operation Narnia'. US support amplified the effect. Iran's nuclear infrastructure is damaged. Revolutionary Guard leadership is decimated. Israel exposed Iran's weak defenses. A ceasefire is in place. Future talks are uncertain. Iran may accelerate nuclear weaponization. The situation remains tense.