Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticizes RBI's decision to allow banks to increase ATM withdrawal charges beyond the free monthly limits, calling it 'institutionalised extraction' affecting financial inclusion. He claims the move will burden the poor, particularly MGNREGA beneficiaries, undermining their access to banking services and essential government schemes.
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Roshni Nadar Malhotra has ascended to become India's richest woman and third-richest individual overall after inheriting a 47% stake from her father, Shiv Nadar, in HCL Corporation and Vama Sundari Investments. She now holds significant control over HCL, steering its leadership and philanthropic ventures.
A woman in Greater Noida died from rabies after drinking unboiled milk from an infected cow. The cow had rabies from a stray dog bite. The woman experienced symptoms days after consuming the milk and was turned away by several hospitals. Immediate vaccination after any potential exposure to rabies is crucial as the infection is fatal once symptoms appear.
Availability of ITC on construction costs has been restricted retroactively from July 1, 2017, impacting commercial real estate companies. This amendment overturns a Supreme Court judgment favoring ITC on leased buildings. Experts suggest investors' confidence may be affected and legal challenges are expected from taxpayers.
Masked Khalistanis stormed Harrow Vue cinema during a screening of the movie 'Emergency,' intimidating the audience and shouting anti-India slogans. The disruption led to the cancellation of the film and distressed many viewers. Police arrived but made no arrests, citing the protesters' rights. The Sikh Press Association supported the protest, labeling the movie propaganda.
Ravi Shastri suggests Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to domestic cricket to hone their Test skills and mentor younger players. Following India's performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Shastri believes domestic play can help them overcome technical issues and contribute to the team's transition. He emphasises the importance of hunger and desire in their careers.
Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Australian Open title, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3. Sinner, the world's top-ranked player, did not face a single break point during the match, highlighting the gap between him and the second-seed Zverev. This makes Sinner the youngest player to achieve consecutive Australian Open wins since Jim Courier in the early 90s.
A girls-only residential school in Koppal, North Karnataka, faces scrutiny after an inspection revealed unsafe and unhygienic toilet conditions, with missing doors. The head teacher, Kasturi Badiger, is facing suspension for misuse of government funds and not providing essential supplies to the students. The deputy director ordered her suspension for violating safety protocols and financial mismanagement.
The Supreme Court collegium recommended transferring Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad HC while an inquiry into alleged unaccounted cash at his residence is underway. The decision aims to prevent any influence on witnesses and ensure the integrity of the investigation by the three-member judicial panel.
The Khar Police summoned comedian Kunal Kamra for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Deputy CM Eknath Shinde during a stand-up show. Shiv Sena members vandalized the studio in response, leading to arrests. Investigations are ongoing with two FIRs registered against Kamra and the vandals.