The BJP has accused Congress of hypocrisy regarding Aadhaar's use in voter identification. This follows the Supreme Court's suggestion to the Election Commission about Bihar's electoral roll revision. The BJP highlights Congress's past opposition to linking Voter ID with Aadhaar, contrasting it with their current demand to include Aadhaar as proof during the revision process, alleging it could enfranchise non-citizens.
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Indian Railways is considering reducing or eliminating 'clerkage' fees deducted from cancelled waitlisted tickets, potentially benefiting passengers. This move comes as online bookings increase and operational costs decrease. Simultaneously, Railways will require identity verification for Tatkal bookings starting July 1, 2025, using Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
India anticipates the commercial launch of satellite communication services as early as December, with Starlink, Reliance Jio-SES, and Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb securing necessary approvals. Spectrum allotment delays previously hindered launches, costing potential revenue.
Ten central trade unions have called for a nationwide strike, Bharat Bandh, on July 9, supported by rural and agricultural labor organizations. The unions are protesting government policies favoring big businesses at the expense of workers and farmers. They are demanding better wages, more government jobs, and opposing new labor codes, potentially disrupting public transport and services.
BRICS nations have strongly condemned the European Union's carbon border tax, deeming it discriminatory and a barrier to their development. They argue the CBAM, set to begin next year, unfairly burdens developing countries and disrupts global trade.
Narayan V Baramani, Additional SP of Dharwad, has sought voluntary retirement after a public incident in Belagavi where Chief Minister Siddaramaiah gestured to slap him. Baramani, with 31 years of service, cited humiliation in his VRS request, submitted a month ago. Despite attempts by the CM and Home Minister to dissuade him, Baramani awaits the government's decision on his plea.
Akash Deep didn’t get his desired conditions in England. Excited to bowl with the Dukes ball on a juicy pitch, he instead replaced Jasprit Bumrah on a placid Edgbaston track, but he adapted and rattled England in both innings. His dismissal of Joe Root in the second innings showcased his class and the hard yards he has put in on flat Indian pitches in the Ranji Trophy.
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Microsoft recently executed its largest layoff in over two years, impacting around 9,000 employees across divisions like Xbox. Chris Bynum, a veteran celebrating 25 years with the company, shared his layoff experience on LinkedIn, highlighting the human impact of the restructuring.