Kannada actor Ranya Rao was intercepted at KIA with 14.2kg of gold bars concealed in a belt. Subsequent searches at her residence uncovered ₹2.1 crore worth of gold ornaments and ₹2.7 crore in cash. Investigations suggest these were linked to a prominent politician.
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Recent reports from CPCB and NGT highlight poor water quality at the Kumbh Mela, leading to a surge in skin ailments among returning pilgrims. Ranchi's dermatologists report a sharp increase in infections like rashes and fungal issues. High coliform levels, indicating severe contamination, are suspected causes. Poor sanitation and water pollution are major factors contributing to these health problems.
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The Indian government began allowing private mobile apps to integrate Aadhaar-enabled face authentication for easier access to services.
A US national, Mykhailo Viktorvych Polyakov, was arrested for entering prohibited North Sentinel Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. He was remanded to custody with video evidence confirming his visit. Polyakov claimed to be a thrill seeker and had previously attempted similar actions, including making contact with isolated tribes.
On the eve of Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders, RR head coach Rahul Dravid, currently in a wheelchair due to injury, had a heartwarming interaction with KKR players. Both teams aim for a turnaround after recent losses. Dravid, despite his injury, remains dedicated to RR’s campaign, reflecting his enduring resilience.
IPL-2025 has seen increased scrutiny of bat sizes, with on-field inspections now common. Sunil Narine and Anrich Nortje of KKR recently failed the gauge test, highlighting the BCCI's efforts to ensure fair play. While some, like Daniel Vettori, downplay the impact, bat manufacturers suggest alternative ways to balance the game, rather than solely focusing on bat dimensions.
The water dispute between Delhi and Haryana intensified as Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal accused Haryana CM Naib Singh Saini of deceitfully sampling Yamuna water while claiming it was dangerous. Saini dismissed the accusations as politically motivated, ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections in February 2025.
In Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, a 14-year-old boy attempted to rape and subsequently murdered a 4-year-old girl after luring her with chocolates. The accused, influenced by watching porn, was arrested following the discovery of the victim's body and CCTV evidence linking him to the crime.