President Trump issued an executive order mandating proof of citizenship for federal elections and requiring ballots to be received by Election Day. The directive, citing unproven election fraud claims, may face legal challenges as it could restrict millions of voters without proper documentation.
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PM Modi has nominated 10 influential people, including J&K CM Omar Abdullah, businessman Anand Mahindra, and actor Mohanlal, to join a campaign against obesity. Modi encouraged the use of less cooking oil to improve health and invoked the nominees to further extend the initiative by nominating others.
A controversy has erupted in Karnataka over the sale of an 8,000sq ft site in Jayanagar by the BDA for Rs 2 crore, far below its actual market value. BJP has demanded an investigation, alleging the land was sold to benefit private interests. The plot was controversially sold citing a 2020 order, despite it being occupied since 1973.
NIA has identified suppliers of drones used in attacks at Koutruk and Kadangband in Manipur last year. Mayank Sharma and Vikram Chaudhary provided the drones and accessories. Khaigoulen Kipgen collected them after paying a substantial amount. The attacks, executed by suspected Kuki militants, involved 40 bombs dropped via drones, resulting in one death and injuries.
Human metapneumovirus cases are rising in India with three cases reported. Schools in Bengaluru and Mysuru are increasing health surveillance. The Karnataka government has made masks compulsory. Parents are advised to teach children good hygiene practices and monitor their health. Maintain clean environments and keep sick children home. Consult a doctor if symptoms appear.
Congress criticises PM Modi as "weak" after dozens of Sikhs deported from the US arrived in Amritsar bare-headed. The party shared a video juxtaposing the deportees with images of Modi and Trump, calling it a humiliation for Indians. The SGPC provided headgear and support to the deportees and plans to address the issue with the US government.
Sohit Kumar, an 11-year-old archer from Jabalpur, has set a national record by scoring 710 out of 720 points at the Under-15 National Archery Championship. Overcoming adversity, with his father selling vegetables on crutches, Sohit aims for the 2028 LA Olympics. His coach recognized his exceptional talent, paving the way for his early entry into the archery academy.
A 150-year-old mosque in Meerut is being demolished by the minority community based on local administration orders to facilitate the Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System construction. Authorities are discussing compensation with the mosque committee, which seeks adequate alternative provisions.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has highlighted that trade between major economies now considers national security, trust, and comfort over just cost. He noted that tariffs and sanctions are increasingly used to protect economic interests.
The government of India is proposing amendments to curb the unauthorized use of the national emblem and names and photographs of the President and Prime Minister, with fines up to Rs 5 lakh and possible jail terms.