McPatel Foods, an Ahmedabad-based company, has taken McDonald's to court over the use of the prefix 'Mc'. McPatel, which sells French fries, accuses McDonald's of issuing groundless threats regarding its trademark. The local company seeks to prevent the fast-food giant from objecting to its use of 'Mc', arguing it's a generic term meaning 'son of' and honors the Patel community.
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Yorkshire have signed Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq as an overseas player, replacing Ruturaj Gaikwad due to personal reasons. Imam, with prior experience in English conditions and a strong international record, will join the squad immediately for both County Championship and One-Day Cup matches. Yorkshire's general manager expressed excitement about Imam's arrival, highlighting his proven quality and familiarity with domestic cricket.
In Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, two brothers from the Hatti tribe married the same woman, Sunita Chauhan, reviving the traditional practice of polyandry known as "Jodidara." The three-day celebration in Shillai village drew hundreds of attendees, highlighting the tribe's unique cultural heritage. This custom, though rare, continues to be socially accepted in the region.
India and the UK have formalized a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement after three years of negotiations, aiming to more than double bilateral trade to $56 billion by 2030. The agreement slashes duties on various goods, benefiting consumers with cheaper British products like cars and Scotch. In return, the UK will allow zero-duty import on 99% of Indian product lines.
Indian missiles struck Pakistan's Rahim Yar Khan airbase during Operation Sindoor, rendering it non-operational for over two months. The strategic airbase, vital for Pakistan's southern air defense, sustained significant damage, as evidenced by repeated extensions of runway closure notices. Other airbases and a terror camp were also targeted, impacting Pakistan's military infrastructure.
Justice Yashwant Varma's petition to quash an inquiry report regarding the discovery of money at his residence faces significant hurdles in the Supreme Court. With over 100 MPs seeking his removal, the petition's maintainability is questioned, especially given the evidence and his delayed response. A PIL further complicates matters, suggesting potential corruption and demanding a police FIR.
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Panic has spread among residents of Chhajlat, Moradabad, due to repeated drone sightings at night, leading to community patrols and gunfire out of fear of burglar surveillance. Police are investigating the incidents, suspecting the drones are being operated by local youths to create panic. Residents are taking proactive measures to protect their properties amidst the ongoing investigation.
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Jammu & Kashmir Police's Crime Branch has filed three cases against fraudsters, including one already jailed, for allegedly defrauding job seekers of Rs 1.5 crore with promises of government jobs. Ajay Kumar of Doda district allegedly duped six victims of Rs 1.06 crore, while suspended teacher Jameel Anjum allegedly defrauded nine victims of Rs 39 lakh.