A Turkish cartoonist was arrested and his magazine targeted after publishing a controversial cartoon depicting the Prophet Muhammad, sparking outrage and reigniting debates over free speech versus religious sensitivity. The cartoon, showing the Prophet Muhammad and Prophet Moses amid missiles, led to an attack on the magazine's headquarters and an investigation for allegedly insulting religious values.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney marked the 40th anniversary of the Air India Flight 182 bombing, calling it Canada's deadliest terrorist attack. He reaffirmed Canada's commitment to fighting terrorism, echoing sentiments shared by opposition leader Pierre Poilievre. A memorial event in Ireland saw participation from Canadian, Indian, and Irish officials, emphasizing the need for international cooperation against terrorism.
India's diaspora sent a record $135.46 billion home in the last fiscal year, solidifying its position as the world's top recipient of remittances for over a decade. This surge, a 14% increase, is fueled by skilled workers migrating to the US, UK, and Singapore.
Vishnu Manchu's mythological epic 'Kannappa' hit theaters on June 27, garnering positive reviews and a strong box office debut, earning over Rs 9 crore on its first day. The Telugu version led with a 55.89% occupancy rate. Featuring Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Mohanlal, the film narrates Kannappa's transformation from an atheist hunter to a Lord Shiva devotee.
Shashi Tharoor garnered acclaim for his fluent French while challenging Pakistan's inclusion in a Russian-led anti-terrorism conference. During a meeting with Leonid Slutsky in Moscow, Tharoor highlighted Pakistan's role as a safe haven for terrorist groups, emphasizing their training, funding, and arming of terrorists. His remarks, delivered in French, quickly went viral, praised for both linguistic skill and diplomatic clarity.
Shefali Jariwala’s close friend and actor Pooja Ghai revealed that Shefali had taken a vitamin C IV drip on the day of her passing. She also revealed that police officers present at Shefali’s residence summoned the person who had administered the IV drip. The tragic incident reportedly took place between 10 and 11 PM when Shefali collapsed at home. She was immediately rushed to the hospital by Parag Tyagi but could not be revived.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge hinted at a possible leadership change in Karnataka, stating the party high command has the power to act. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed rumors of discord with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, affirming their government will remain stable for five years.
Mark Butcher urges India to prioritise winning the Edgbaston Test over managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload, emphasising the importance of leveling the series after England's Headingley victory. Despite Bumrah's desire to play at Lord's, Butcher believes his presence is crucial at Edgbaston. Captain Gill confirms Bumrah's availability, with a decision pending pitch assessment.
A bright fireball meteor streaked across the Southeast US, startling residents across four states with a sudden flash and loud boom. In Georgia, a home sustained damage from what is believed to be meteor debris crashing through the roof. While no injuries were reported, the event underscores the potential impact of space debris on Earth.
YouTuber Kanika Devrani reported being drugged and robbed on the Brahmaputra Mail while traveling alone from Delhi to Assam. She alleged an unauthorized man entered her 2AC coach, used a sedative, and stole her and another passenger's phones.