President Droupadi Murmu nominated lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, retired diplomat Harsh Vardhan Shringla, RSS worker C Sadanandan Master, and historian Meenakshi Jain to the Rajya Sabha, filling vacancies that had been pending for nearly a year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised their contributions, highlighting Nikam's legal expertise, Shringla's diplomatic service, Master's resilience, and Jain's work in preserving cultural heritage.
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The Supreme Court has declined an urgent hearing regarding a plea to halt the screening of 'Udaipur Files,' a film centered on the Kanhaiya Lal murder. The Delhi High Court, however, has instructed producers to arrange a screening for petitioners seeking a ban, citing concerns about hate speech. The film is based on the 2022 murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal.
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.
A Madhya Pradesh constable managed to draw a full salary for 12 years without ever reporting for duty after being appointed in 2011. Due to a communication lapse, his absence went unnoticed until a pay-scale review in 2023 revealed the fraud, during which over Rs 28 lakh was credited to his account.
Larsa Pippen, Scottie Pippen's ex-wife, has revealed details about her relationship with Jeff Coby, a professional basketball player. She shared that they are on a positive path and hinted at engagement plans, discussing her preferred diamond cuts. Larsa was particularly touched by Coby's family-oriented nature, citing an instance where he was teaching his niece mathematics.
Air India's CEO Campbell Wilson addressed employees following the preliminary report on the AI 171 crash, which claimed 270 lives. The report found no mechanical issues with the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner or its engines, and all mandatory maintenance was completed. Air India is now focused on regaining traveler confidence and ensuring safety, while also supporting the bereaved and injured.
Savannah James, wife of LeBron James, has joyfully introduced a new Siamese cat named Milo to their family through an Instagram post. This warm update reveals Milo joining their existing pets, King, a Cane Corso, and Indigo Sky, a French bulldog known for mimicking LeBron's poses. The James family continues to balance their careers with family life.
The Delhi High Court has put a hold on the release of 'Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder,' which was scheduled for July 11. This decision comes as Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind seeks a review of the film's certification, arguing it could stir communal discord. The stay remains in effect until the Central Government addresses the revision application.
A Delhi court has reserved its order until July 29 on whether to acknowledge the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) case against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others in the National Herald money laundering case.