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Ujjwal Nikam, renowned special public prosecutor, expressed gratitude for his Rajya Sabha nomination, recounting a personal call from PM Modi. The Prime Minister, after jokingly asking whether to converse in Hindi or Marathi, spoke in Marathi to convey the President's decision.
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Following the preliminary report on the AI 171 incident, the India Commercial Pilots' Association (ICPA) has strongly condemned the baseless rumors of pilot suicide. The ICPA emphasizes the rigorous screening and training pilots undergo, denouncing the insinuation as unethical and insensitive. They urge respect for the ongoing investigation and support for the crew, who acted responsibly under difficult circumstances.
Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods across the northeastern United States, bringing New York City and New Jersey to a standstill. Subway lines were disrupted, major roads submerged, and a state of emergency declared in New Jersey. Residents were urged to stay indoors and take caution as emergency crews responded to incidents and worked to restore normal operations.
India's drug regulatory body, CDSCO, advises flushing 17 specific drugs, including painkillers and anti-anxiety medications, down the sink if unused or expired due to potential harm. For other medications, they recommend scientific disposal through 'drug take back' initiatives to prevent environmental pollution. Studies reveal that improper disposal leads to drug presence in water sources, contributing to multi-drug resistant pathogens.
Ahead of the crucial Lord's Test, the green pitch has sparked intense speculation. Coach Gautam Gambhir and his staff meticulously analyzed the surface, hinting at a strategy favoring India's pace bowlers. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledged the green tinge, anticipating an advantage for pacers ahead of the 3rd Test on Thursday.
The CBI, under Operation Chakra-V, dismantled a cybercrime syndicate in Noida, arresting Nishant Walia of FirstIdea. The group allegedly defrauded UK and Australian citizens through tech support scams, posing as representatives from companies like Microsoft. Raids uncovered a fake call center and evidence of international collaboration, highlighting the global reach of cybercrime.
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A college student in Odisha died after allegedly being coerced by her principal to withdraw a sexual harassment complaint. Prior to setting herself ablaze, she was allegedly pressured to apologize to the accused faculty member. The incident sparked public outrage, leading to protests and political clashes.