Georgia is set to become the first US state to address Hinduphobia. Senate Bill 375 aims to include Hinduphobia in anti-discrimination laws. State agencies will consider Hinduphobia when enforcing these laws. Prosecutors may use the definition in hate crime cases. The bill protects free speech rights. A clause ensures the law is enacted as a whole.
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India's head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's high-risk, high-reward approach that secured a 4-1 series win against England in Twenty20 Internationals. He emphasized the selflessness and fearlessness in their play, aiming for big scores like 250-plus, even if it means occasional setbacks. Varun Chakravarthy's bowling was also a key factor in their success.
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Chennai Super Kings, with one win and three losses, face challenges in their IPL 2025 campaign. Kris Srikkanth suggests replacing Jamie Overton with Devon Conway and using R Ashwin more effectively outside the Powerplay. CSK are preparing for their next match against Delhi Capitals. Five-time IPL champions CSK are set to face Delhi Capitals in their next fixture on Saturday.
Satish Salian, father of Disha Salian, has petitioned the Bombay High Court for a CBI investigation into his daughter's death, citing mysterious circumstances and political involvement. He targets Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray. BJP's Narayan Rane alleges former CM Uddhav Thackeray asked him not to involve Aaditya in the case. Rane maintains Sushant Singh Rajput was murdered.
Myanmar's junta leader Min Aung Hlaing faces protests at a regional summit in Bangkok, as his country reels from a deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake. Despite international aid efforts, the military's response remains lacking, with survivors struggling for basic necessities amid ongoing military offensives.
Congress MP Manish Tewari criticized the budget as an annual accounting exercise and suggested submitting income and expenditure statements in Parliament. Manickam Tagore called for policy changes, pointing out that the wealthy are getting richer while the middle class is suffering. The Economic Survey projects India's economic growth between 6.3% and 6.8% for 2025-26.
Nilam Kumavat's dedication to caring for Vadodara's strays led to a rescue mission for her own health crisis. Struggling with gangrene and lacking funds, her unwavering support for stray dogs garnered aid from animal lovers and a charity, enabling her medical treatment and recovery.