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An Iranian woman at Tehran's Mehrabad Airport confronted a cleric over not wearing a hijab, removing his turban and placing it on her head in defiance. Captured on video, this act highlights the struggle against Iran's strict dress code laws and gender apartheid. The video, shared widely, has sparked significant debate and praise for her bold protest.
BJP leader and former independent MLA Faqir Mohammad Khan from Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez died by suicide on Thursday. He was found dead inside the Tulsibagh government quarters in Srinagar. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other officials expressed condolences. Khan, who joined the BJP in 2020, contested unsuccessfully in last year's assembly elections.
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Three tigers and a young leopard died from highly pathogenic avian flu H5N1 at Gorewada Rescue Centre, Nagpur. This marks the first significant wildlife loss to the virus in captivity in India. Containment measures are in place; other animals tested negative. The virus cross-infected mammals possibly through infected prey or raw meat.
Chandrababu Naidu's TDP, an NDA ally, declared support for the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, addressing management issues of Waqf properties via reforms. The Bill, set to be tabled in Lok Sabha, faces opposition allegations of being unconstitutional. TDP's backing boosts BJP's effort to pass it, promising benefits for poor Muslims. A detailed eight-hour discussion is planned.
A 2,000-year-old ossuary, possibly belonging to James, brother of Jesus, is on display in Atlanta. Inscribed "James, son of Joseph, brother of Jesus," its authenticity has been debated for years, though a judge deemed the inscription genuine. While acquitted of forgery charges, the ossuary's link to Jesus remains contested.
Ross Gerber, CEO of Gerber Kawasaki, criticized Elon Musk for neglecting Tesla and causing negative publicity through divisive actions. He suggested Musk should focus solely on Tesla or step down. The company is facing declining sales and worldwide protests, causing significant brand damage.