Shekhar Kapur criticized an OTT platform for streaming an edited version of his film 'Bandit Queen' without his consent, raising concerns about creative control. Filmmakers like Hansal Mehta and Tigmanshu Dhulia supported Kapur, emphasizing the ethical issues of post-release edits. The debate highlights the need for clearer guidelines and protections for directors in the digital streaming era.
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Renowned Indian heart surgeon Dr K M Cherian, who was instrumental in several pioneering cardiac surgeries in India including the first successful coronary artery bypass and heart transplant, passed away at the age of 82. Dr Cherian had collapsed in Bangalore and was declared dead late Saturday night.
At Mumbai's Borivali railway station, a vigilant railway security personnel rescued a woman who lost her balance and fell while attempting to alight from a moving train. The Ministry of Railways urged commuters not to board or alight from moving trains by sharing a video of the incident on social media. Further details are awaited.
President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff regime, imposing a 10% baseline tax on imports from all nations and higher levies on countries with a trade surplus with the US. This action, justified as correcting trade imbalances, has significantly affected India with a 26% tariff on all its exports, leading to a negative market reaction.
Rajasthan police have begun conducting live raids and video chronicles, replacing traditional low-profile operations. Some officers support live broadcasts for transparency, but others believe they compromise tactics. Recent notable events include arrests, a dramatic rescue, and on-camera interrogations. The approach has sparked debate within the police department about the effectiveness and risks of such dramatics.
A Rajasthan Police head constable, Parsadi Lal Bairwa, was killed by a truck at a notorious accident-prone zone in Dausa district. The truck ignored the no-entry zone, hit Bairwa, and the driver fled. The police have launched a manhunt for the driver. Bairwa is survived by his wife and six-year-old twins.
India's Parliament was informed that 2,200 cases of violence against minorities were reported in Bangladesh this year until December 8, while Pakistan saw 112 cases until October. India has expressed concerns to both nations, urging them to ensure the safety and well-being of minorities. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh.
Two individuals riding a scooty were injured after being hit by a speeding Audi near the Jor Bagh Post Office. The victims, Naitik and Tushar, were rushed to a trauma centre with Naitik in stable condition and Tushar remaining critical. Both occupants of the Audi, who are BBA students, have been detained by the police.
Ministers from 100 countries endorsed the Marrakech Declaration for Global Road Safety, promoting political priority and sustained funding to halve road deaths by 2030. Commitments include Thailand's target to reduce road deaths, Bangladesh's new safety law, and Saudi Arabia's updated strategy. The conference, hosted by Morocco, aims to advance safe, green, and equitable mobility.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal asserted that India will not negotiate under pressure, emphasizing the importance of mutual sensitivity in trade talks. This statement follows US President Trump's 90-day pause on tariff imposition, excluding China. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged the complexity of trade negotiations with the US, highlighting the need for urgency and ambition in achieving desired outcomes.
Former BJP MP and current Indian cricket head coach Gautam Gambhir has reported receiving death threats from "ISIS Kashmir," prompting him to seek police protection. He filed a formal complaint requesting an FIR after receiving threatening emails. This incident follows a similar threat in 2021.