Hungary on Thursday said it will quit the International Criminal Court, just as Prime Minister Viktor Orban hosted his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, whom the tribunal has accused of war crimes in Gaza. Netanyahu was invited last November, a day after the ICC issued an arrest warrant against the Israeli leader for crimes against humanity and war crimes.
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A woman and her brother-in-law in Jind district conspired to murder her infant son, Yash, during Holi. They kidnapped Yash and drowned him in a canal. The police arrested the woman's paramour, Sonu, who confessed to the crime. The child’s body was recovered, and the investigation is underway.
Satish Jarkiholi's call for replacing DK Shivakumar as Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president draws criticism. Shivakumar asserts that KPCC positions are earned through recognition, not media appeals. Party leaders emphasize discussing internal issues privately, not publicly.
India urges Pakistan for the swift release and repatriation of 183 Indian fishermen and civilian prisoners who have completed their sentences. Additionally, India seeks immediate consular access for 18 prisoners believed to be Indian nationals. The request follows the biannual exchange of prisoner lists under a 2008 agreement.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are currently in the top four of the IPL, boasting four wins in seven matches. Virat Kohli has been their standout batter, supported by Phil Salt's explosive starts. Josh Hazlewood leads the bowling attack. However, inconsistent middle-order performances are a concern.
National Investigation Agency arrested two individuals in Uttara Kannada for allegedly leaking information about Karwar naval base to Pakistan through honey-trapping. The accused were trapped by Pakistani intelligence and shared naval details in exchange for money. They were employed with a local company. More arrests are likely as authorities suspect a wider network.
Ladakhi political parties express optimism ahead of the May 20th meeting with the Union Home Ministry in New Delhi, hoping for resolutions on recruitment, reservations, and domicile issues. While anticipating discussions on statehood and sixth schedule status, they warn of potential agitations if the meeting fails to yield positive results.
Maharashtra's Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, at the Amravati airport inauguration, likened himself to a pilot of state development, with Fadnavis and Pawar as co-pilots. He noted the project's progress under Fadnavis, its stall during the MVA government, and its revival post-2022. Shinde emphasized the Mahayuti government's commitment to continued development, despite the change in leadership roles.
Israel and Hamas conducted their fifth exchange of hostages and prisoners, releasing three Israeli civilians and 183 Palestinians. The released hostages endured severe abuse during captivity. The ongoing ceasefire has facilitated multiple exchanges, with significant tolls on both sides.
Ed Sheeran, currently on a tour of India, visited his friend Arijit Singh in Jiaganj, Murshidabad on Monday. The two singers enjoyed a scooter and boat ride together. Singh had previously performed Sheeran's 'Perfect' at a London concert, while Sheeran admired Arijit's 'Tum hi ho'.