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The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has challenged the Election Commission's special intensive revision (SIR) of Bihar's electoral rolls in the Supreme Court, arguing it could disenfranchise lakhs, particularly from marginalized communities. ADR contends the SIR's documentation requirements disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, as Aadhaar and ration cards are not accepted.
A significant batch of 7,208 pilgrims embarked on the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025 from Jammu, chanting "Bam Bam Bhole." Unfortunately, the journey faced a setback when a bus collision near Chanderkote injured 36 pilgrims due to brake failure. Despite the incident, the convoy of 310 vehicles continued under tight security towards the holy cave via Baltal and Pahalgam routes.
Ten central trade unions initiated a nationwide strike, Bharat Bandh, impacting banking, postal services, electricity, mining, and public transport across India. The unions, backed by agricultural organizations, protest against the government's labor and economic policies, claiming they favor corporate interests.
In Dindigul, Balakrishnan, a former BJP member, was murdered. The incident occurred near Madur Junction. A gang attacked him with billhooks. Balakrishnan died at the scene. Police suspect a monetary dispute as the motive. Sanarpatti police are investigating the case. They are searching for the suspects involved in the crime. The event happened on Thursday evening.
Jason Adam's All-Star Game selection led to an emotional scene at church when his wife, Kelsey, mistakenly believed a missed call from his manager meant he was traded. Overwhelmed, she reacted strongly, only to discover the joyous news of his All-Star nomination alongside Padres teammates Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado.
An IndiGo flight, 6E 5009, en route to Delhi, made an emergency landing in Patna on Wednesday morning due to a bird strike. The Airbus A320 (VT-IFL) took off from Patna at 9:41 am but was forced to return shortly after takeoff.
In Pune, a 22-year-old data scientist's statement was recorded by the Chief Judicial Magistrate regarding her rape complaint against a delivery agent. Police took this step due to inconsistencies in her statements during questioning.
India achieved their largest away Test victory, defeating England by 336 runs at Edgbaston, leveling the series 1-1. This win marks India's first Test victory at the Birmingham venue, surpassing their previous record of 318 runs against West Indies in 2016. Akash Deep's impressive 6/99 led India's bowling attack, while Shubman Gill celebrated his first Test win as captain.
An IndiGo flight from Surat to Jaipur faced an unusual delay when a swarm of bees congregated on the aircraft's cargo compartment shutter. The incident, which occurred on Monday afternoon, caused a 50-minute delay as airport authorities deployed a fire tender to dislodge the bees with a jet of water, ensuring the safety of passengers and staff.
Bihar's electoral roll revision reveals an urban-rural divide as 57% of voters submit forms. Patna accepts Aadhaar, while rural areas demand birth, caste, or land documents, causing distress. Many lack required papers, especially in Seemanchal, leading to document application surges and concerns about voter list retention, particularly among the elderly and those displaced by floods.