PNB scam whistleblower Hariprasad SV expressed concerns about Mehul Choksi's extradition to India, citing his history of evading legal proceedings and access to top-tier European lawyers. Choksi's recent arrest in Belgium has sparked preparations for extradition, but he is expected to mount a strong legal defense, challenging the process based on health and other factors.
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Arvind Kejriwal has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prioritize waiving loans for farmers and the middle class over wealthy individuals. Kejriwal suggested that not waiving loans for the rich could allow the government to reduce tax rates. Meanwhile, AAP is strategizing to secure their traditional slum vote bank amidst competition from BJP and Congress.
UK PM Keir Starmer is facing calls to sack Labour minister Tulip Siddiq amid allegations she benefited from properties gifted by allies of Bangladesh's former regime. Interim leader Muhammad Yunus has condemned these actions and wants an investigation. Siddiq, who denies wrongdoing, has referred herself to the independent adviser on ministerial standards.
California's wildfire crisis has led to a public conflict between Elon Musk and Governor Gavin Newsom. Musk criticized water shortages and governance, while Newsom and firefighters disputed his claims. Musk donated Cybertrucks to aid response efforts. Newsom faces scrutiny over his crisis management, and Trump demanded his resignation, intensifying criticisms.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the genome sequencing data of 10,000 Indian nationals, marking a significant milestone in biotechnology research. This national database will aid in treating genetic and infectious diseases, developing new medications, and precision medical techniques. The Genome India project aims to capture the genetic diversity of India's population, contributing to advancements in healthcare and scientific research.
A 23-year-old Amity University student fell to his death from the seventh floor of a condominium in Noida during a party. Police suspect involvement of his friends, including a classmate booked for abetment of suicide. Investigations are focusing on CCTV footage and the restricted construction area where the body was found.
Sanju Samson's exclusion from India's ICC Champions Trophy squad has sparked surprise, with Harbhajan Singh criticising the decision due to Samson's impressive ODI average. Singh also questioned the omission of leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and voiced concerns over Yashasvi Jaiswal's role in the team. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli lead the squad.
Khar police visited comedian Kunal Kamra's Mahim home to investigate his remarks about Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde in a recent show. Kamra criticized this action as a waste of resources, and he currently resides in Puducherry. Police have begun recording statements from audience members.
Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shreyas Iyer will play in Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Jammu & Kashmir at the Sharad Pawar Academy Ground in BKC. The MCA will increase seating to 500 for fans. Nitin Menon will officiate his 50th T20I in Pune and Anil Dandekar will umpire his 100th First-Class match in Salem.
BJP MP Aprajita Sarangi gave Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra a bag with '1984' printed on it, referencing the anti-Sikh riots. This followed a Parliament clash over Ambedkar, resulting in injuries to two BJP MPs. Priyanka Gandhi's support for Palestine and Bangladeshi minorities, displayed through bags, drew BJP criticism, with accusations of "appeasement" and comparisons to the "New Muslim League".