The annual Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar concluded, leaving behind over 7,000 metric tons of waste, overwhelming the city's sanitation efforts despite increased deployment of workers and drone surveillance. While authorities assure swift cleanup, residents express skepticism, citing widespread garbage along ghats and routes. Some residents noted improvements in traffic management and reduced violence, attributing it to regulated routes and parking.
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The Election Commission of India disagreed with the Supreme Court's view on using Aadhaar, voter ID, and ration cards for Bihar's electoral roll Special Summary Revision. EC stated these documents are unreliable. Aadhaar is just an identity proof. Many fake ration cards exist. Using current voter cards would defeat the purpose of the special drive.
In Bengaluru, Shivam allegedly murdered his pregnant wife, Sumana. They married six months ago against their parents' wishes. Shivam, a painter from Uttar Pradesh, suspected infidelity. He assaulted Sumana on Monday night. He found her unresponsive on Tuesday morning. Shivam consumed alcohol and food, then left for work. He discovered her dead on Wednesday and fled.
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are expected to remain steady amidst global economic uncertainties. Last week, silver outperformed, reaching multi-year highs due to strong industrial demand, while gold benefited from safe-haven flows driven by trade tensions. Market attention is focused on upcoming economic data releases and Fed Chair Powell's speech, which could influence precious metals momentum.
A disturbing video circulating online depicts the broad daylight murder of a couple in Balochistan, Pakistan, allegedly due to an "illicit" relationship. The footage shows the couple being led into a desert area by a group of men before being shot at close range, sparking widespread condemnation across the country.
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Satya Nadella addressed Microsoft's significant job cuts, impacting over 15,000 employees, acknowledging the difficulty while emphasizing the necessity for the company's AI transformation. Despite record profits and soaring stock prices, Nadella described the layoffs as part of a dynamic industry shift, requiring Microsoft to adapt and invest heavily in AI infrastructure to meet evolving customer needs.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in a bind with Azhar Mahmood's contract, facing a hefty compensation fee for early termination. Mike Hesson's appointment of his own staff further complicated matters, leaving the PCB struggling to justify Mahmood's salary. Despite Mahmood's interest in working with the junior team, internal opposition persists, leading to his interim appointment as Test head coach.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao faces a year in jail for gold smuggling, following an order from the COFEPOSA Advisory Board, which also denied her bail. Arrested at Bengaluru airport with 14.8 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore smuggled from Dubai, Ranya's earlier bail pleas were rejected.
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