Election Commission officials in Bihar have identified numerous individuals from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar during voter list revisions. This verification process aims to exclude illegal migrants from the electoral roll, with citizenship status checks beginning in August.
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Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP regarding the Pahalgam terror incident. He questioned the whereabouts of the terrorists. Thackeray's remarks followed BJP leaders comparing the Hindi-Marathi row to the Pahalgam attack. Ashish Shelar equated the pain of the terror attack with the violence against Hindi speakers. Sanjay Raut condemned Shelar's comparison. Nishikant Dubey likened opposition parties to terrorists amid the language controversy. Dubey's statements further fueled the ongoing debate.
China has cautioned the US against reimposing tariffs, warning of retaliation against nations aligning with Washington to exclude Beijing from global supply chains. The warning, published in the People's Daily, criticizes the US tariff strategy as "bullying."
The India versus England second Test match at Edgbaston faces weather concerns. Shubman Gill's impressive batting and Siraj and Akash Deep's bowling put India in a strong position. India needs to level the series. England requires a massive 608 runs to win. Rain is expected on Sunday, potentially affecting play and favoring seam bowlers. The match hangs in the balance.
President Trump announced that letters regarding upcoming trade deals, including one with India, would be sent out starting Monday. These actions precede the July 9 deadline, after which a 26% import duty could be imposed on goods entering the US.
Top stock market recommendations: Aakash K Hindocha suggests a positive outlook for Nifty and Bank Nifty, anticipating upward movement with key support levels. Voltas is poised for an 8-10% rally after breaking a 3-month consolidation. Samvardhana Motherson International shows bullish patterns, targeting gains above 160, while JK Tyre is set for a 9-11% rally following a confirmed breakout.
Donald Trump threatened to revoke Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship after she criticized his administration's environmental policies in a TikTok video. O'Donnell, now residing in Ireland, has amassed an $80 million net worth through diverse ventures, including television, film, real estate, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Despite moving abroad, she remains active in entertainment and continues her philanthropic work.
Microsoft has ceased its operations in Pakistan after 25 years, a move described as the 'end of an era'. While Microsoft confirms the closure, stating customer service remains unaffected via a partner-led model, the Pakistani government views it as a global restructuring shift towards cloud-based services.
Russia has declared Yale University an "undesirable organization," effectively banning its operations within the country. This action, stemming from accusations of "anti-Russian activities" by Yale's Jackson School, carries severe penalties, including potential imprisonment for individuals associated with the university conducting activities in Russia. This move highlights the increasing entanglement of international education with global power dynamics.
China's ambassador asserts that the Dalai Lama lacks authority over the reincarnation system, a practice spanning 700 years. This statement contrasts with India's stance of non-interference in religious matters, as Kiren Rijiju emphasizes the Dalai Lama's sole right to decide on his reincarnation. The Tibetan government-in-exile accuses China of cultural genocide.