Protests erupted in Istanbul following the detention of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption allegations, leading to widespread unrest and nearly 1,900 detentions. Demonstrators, including one in a Pikachu costume, were seen clashing with the police, as international concerns over Turkey's democratic decline grow.
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Women had a higher turnout than men in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, with 65.8% participating compared to men's 65.6%. Despite increased female voter participation, only 9.5% of the total candidates were women, with 74 elected. The electorate grew to nearly 98 crore, with 64.6 crore casting votes, 66.1% turnout recorded overall.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, expressed emotional strain in a Fox Business interview due to challenges with his companies and Tesla’s stock experiencing a significant decline. Increased government involvement and attacks on Tesla facilities have raised investor concerns. Musk managing multiple ventures with difficulty, as seen in the video, suggests he is under immense pressure.
The BJP is considering appointing two deputy chief ministers in Delhi to represent the city's diverse communities, with a final decision expected after PM Modi's return. A meeting on Sunday will reportedly elect the leader of the House, with several names in contention for the top post, including Parvesh Verma and Vijender Gupta.
Indian chess prodigy Vaishali Rameshbabu secured a bronze medal at the 2024 World Blitz Championship in New York, praised by her mentor Viswanathan Anand. China's Ju Wenjun triumphed over Lei Tingjie, while the Open section title was shared by Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi after a tie in the finals.
Kolkata supplied human skeletons globally for two centuries. This trade flourished during British rule and continued after Indian independence. Skeletons were sourced from unclaimed bodies and grave robbery. The industry faced bans, yet persisted. Young Brothers was a key exporter. Millions of skeletons were shipped from Kolkata until a final ban in 1985.
A fire at Skypan in Andheri West caused one death and injures another on Monday night. The deceased, Rahul Mishra, was declared dead at Kolikaben Hospital. The other injured, Raunak Mishra, awaits a health update. Multiple fire engines responded, and the electricity supply was cut off. Residents reported the fire to authorities.
Supreme Court has called for a unified policy across India to manage tiger reserves more effectively, addressing issues like vehicular disruptions and illegal activities. Highlighting recent irregularities in Corbett Tiger Reserve, the Court emphasized the need for consistent regulations. A CBI investigation into illegal activities related to wildlife tourism and deforestation in Uttarakhand is ongoing under court supervision.
Marvel announced the new Spider-Man movie titled 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' with Destin Daniel Cretton set to direct. Filming begins this summer, and the movie is scheduled for release on July 31, 2026. Tom Holland will return, and the cast includes Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, and new addition Sadie Sink.