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In Indore's Khajrana area, a sub-inspector named Suresh Bunkar faced a brutal assault by women and locals after being found inside a woman's house early Thursday. Accused of being drunk and misbehaving, he was beaten, and attempts were made to strip him.
A parolee, Chandan Mishra, facing murder charges, was attacked by a rival gang at a Patna hospital while receiving treatment. Patna police are collaborating with Buxar police to identify the shooters, possessing their photographs. This incident adds to a series of shootings in Bihar, intensifying criticism of the state government's law and order management ahead of upcoming elections.
Kamal Haasan, the veteran actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder, is now a Rajya Sabha MP. He took his oath in Tamil. He expressed honour to serve in the Upper House. Haasan's entry marks a significant step in his political journey. He was nominated with DMK-led alliance support. He had filed his nomination earlier this month
Day 2 of the crucial India vs England fourth Test at Old Trafford faces weather uncertainties, potentially influencing the match's outcome. India, at 264/4, awaits updates on Rishabh Pant's injury sustained on Day 1. The forecast predicts a mix of overcast conditions and sunny intervals, with a slight chance of morning rain, impacting India's push for a strong first-innings total.
The consumer affairs department has proposed that e-commerce companies add a "country of origin" filter to their websites and apps, enabling consumers to quickly select products based on their preferred country. While industry players generally agreed on the feasibility, concerns were raised about potential algorithm changes, compliance burdens for inventory-holding companies, and space constraints on mobile devices.
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Despite warnings of potential US sanctions, an Indian firm exported $1.4 million worth of HMX, a military-grade explosive, to Russia in December. India maintains its historical military and economic partnerships with Moscow whilst strengthening its alliance with the United States.
Aakash Chopra voiced significant apprehension regarding Rishabh Pant's injury during the fourth Test, labeling it potentially "serious." Pant retired hurt after a blow to his foot, raising concerns about his return. Chopra cautioned that Pant's absence, particularly with the new ball approaching, could severely impact India's chances, emphasising the need for a substantial first-innings score to avoid trouble.
Amid speculations about President Trump's bruised hand, the White House disclosed a diagnosis of a chronic, benign vein condition discovered during an examination for swollen legs. Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt attributed hand bruising to frequent handshaking and aspirin use, dismissing concerns about more serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease.