Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Donald Trump to visit Ukraine before making decisions about the conflict with Russia, emphasizing the need to witness the devastation firsthand. Zelenskyy insists that a visit would help Trump understand Vladimir Putin's intentions and the true nature of the war. This appeal comes amid ongoing efforts to find a resolution, with Trump expressing concern over a recent Russian strike in Sumy.
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CM Mamata Banerjee vowed to resign if any ties with terror outfits are proven, countering BJP's accusations. She highlighted her devotion to Hinduism and condemned BJP's attempts to use religion for political gain. Banerjee defended the state's inclusive celebration of festivals and criticized BJP for raising unfounded allegations.
Punjab Kings pulled off a stunning victory against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mullanpur, defending a low score of 111. KKR's chase faltered dramatically thanks to Yuzvendra Chahal's game-changing spell of 4 for 28. Despite an early partnership by PBKS openers, KKR bowlers Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy, and Sunil Narine restricted them.
Two men opposing the disposal of Bhopal's Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur were critically injured after self-immolation. Protests erupted over the incineration of 337 metric tons of hazardous waste, nearly 40 years after the gas tragedy. Officials urged for peace and emphasized adherence to legal and scientific assessments before any decisive action.
IIT Madras director V Kamakoti claims cow urine has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, citing research papers, including those in Nature. His comments have attracted criticism for promoting 'pseudo-science.' Political parties and others have demanded his resignation, highlighting the Indian veterinary research institute's warning against human consumption of cow urine.
Cleveland Cavaliers' Darius Garland's status for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks remains uncertain. His absence could increase the pressure on teammate Donovan Mitchell. The Cavs, 38-9, aim to avenge prior losses to a Hawks team missing key players. Watch for the impact of Trae Young's performance and All-Star announcements just before the game.
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The Telangana State Election Commission has discovered that sarpanch posts are being auctioned in the guise of 'unanimous elections' prior to finalizing the gram panchayat election schedule. Such practices are occurring despite the government’s intention to encourage genuine unanimous elections with cash incentives for reducing election expenditure.
For 15 years, Asif Khan posed as a cop and blackmailed couples in Bengaluru, extorting money and valuables. Recently arrested by the Jayanagar police, Khan's long con included 19 victims. Authorities recovered gold and money, urging others affected to lodge complaints.
President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on auto imports to boost U.S. manufacturing, expected to generate $100 billion annually. Tesla CEO Elon Musk did not influence the decision. Global responses have been critical, with concerns about higher vehicle prices and supply chain disruptions.