The BJP has strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi for politicizing the self-immolation of an Odisha student, labeling his accusations as "cheap politics." Gandhi had called the death a "murder by BJP system," alleging inaction on sexual harassment.
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Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad assaulted canteen staff at the Akashwani MLAs' hostel in Mumbai after being served substandard food. A video showed Gaikwad hitting a staffer after complaining about the "rotten" dal and rice. Gaikwad justified his actions, citing repeated complaints and invoking Balasaheb Thackeray's teachings. While MLAs condemned the assault, many acknowledged the poor quality of canteen food.
England Cricket's social media team playfully trolled Washington Sundar after Jofra Archer dismissed him for a duck in the third Test at Lord's. Archer's sharp bowling, combined with a clever tweet referencing his old post, highlighted Sundar's brief stay. Despite Sundar's earlier bowling success, India's batting collapse left them struggling to chase the target.
Amid escalating regional tensions and recent military actions involving Israel, Iran, and the United States, the Indian Embassy in Iran has advised Indian nationals against non-essential travel to the country. The embassy urges those already in Iran to remain vigilant, monitor developments, and consider returning via available commercial options, echoing similar warnings from the US regarding travel safety.
Maharashtra's legislative council witnessed a fiery clash between Minister Shambhuraj Desai and MLC Anil Parab after a "traitor" remark, leading to a temporary House adjournment. The dispute arose during discussions on reserving 50% of new housing for Marathi residents. Desai defended his response, emphasizing the government's dedication to prioritizing housing for Marathi people amidst heated debates and accusations.
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Vivo X200 FE 5G launches in India with MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor. It features a 6,500mAh battery and 90W FlashCharge. The phone has a 6.31-inch display with ZEISS Master Color technology. It includes a triple camera system co-engineered with ZEISS. Sales start from July 23 on Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and retail outlets.
An F-1 US visa applicant faced rejection. The reason was not disclosing their Reddit account. This happened despite the account being public. The US embassy in India had earlier announced a guideline. It required applicants to make social media accounts public. This facilitates identity and eligibility verification.
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