Kunal Kamra's recent stand-up show has led to significant controversy, with an FIR filed against him and a hotel shed demolished by BMC. Kamra's derogatory remarks about Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde have provoked strong reactions, including vandalism and legal action against involved parties.
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India has imposed anti-dumping duties on five products from China, including vacuum flasks and aluminium foil, to protect local industries. These duties, based on recommendations from the DGTR, will be in effect for up to five years and also apply to imports from other countries like Japan, Korea, and Malaysia.
Former Congressman Matt Gaetz contests the ethics committee report accusing him of paying women for drugs and sex, including a minor. Gaetz denies the allegations and has filed a lawsuit to stop the report's release, arguing it's defamatory. The committee's report claims significant payments linked to sexual activity and drug use.
Gavin Lux is healthy and expected to play for the Cincinnati Reds against the Texas Rangers, boosting the team's lineup despite several injury challenges. His impressive performance and defensive skills are vital for the Reds, who are dealing with key player absences.
Russia's foreign ministry has warned its citizens against travelling to the US, Canada, and some EU countries due to escalating tensions. Spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that bilateral relations are near rupture, citing risks of Russians being targeted by US authorities. This warning comes amid heightened conflict over the Ukraine war and mutual accusations of wrongful detentions.
India is set to face Bangladesh in the 2025 Champions Trophy opener in Dubai. Despite missing key pacer Jasprit Bumrah, India remains favorites with strong performances expected from Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. Bangladesh, led by confident captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, looks to leverage their young pace attack and substantial fan support.
Tamil Nadu forest minister K Ponmudy apologized for his derogatory remarks against women and certain Hindu sects, acknowledging it as a lapse in judgment. The DMK removed him from his party position but not his ministerial post. DMK MP Kanimozhi and opposition leaders condemned his remarks, with calls for his removal from the government.
Sudeep Neupane, 27, was cremated at Triveni Ghat around noon, with hundreds, including local govt officials, gathered for the last rites. Sudeep, his family said, was shot immediately after he identified himself as a Hindu and had no time to explain that he was not from India.
Tragedy struck a Nashik family during a Mumbai visit when three members drowned in a ferry accident near Elephanta Caves. Vilas Govind witnessed the heartbreaking scene of identifying the bodies of his daughter, grandson, and son-in-law at the Uran hospital. The family had decided on a spur-of-the-moment ferry trip before their train back home, a decision that turned fatal.
A Turkish doctoral student, Rumeysa Ozturk, was detained by federal immigration agents due to her pro-Palestinian activism. With a valid student visa, Ozturk's arrest and subsequent transfer to Louisiana have drawn scrutiny and legal challenges, citing potential violations of her rights and court orders.