A suspected drug peddler, Parvez Ahmed, died in an exchange of fire with police in Jammu, prompting allegations of a staged encounter from his family. Protests erupted, leading to the suspension of two District Special Branch personnel and the launch of a departmental inquiry. An SIT has been formed to investigate the incident following demands for a swift probe from political figures like Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti.
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The Supreme Court urged a decorated fighter pilot, who participated in the Balakot strike, and his wife, an IT professional, to resolve their matrimonial dispute amicably. The court, hearing the pilot's plea to quash an FIR filed by his wife, advised them to forgive each other and move forward, rather than seeking revenge. The pilot alleged harassment and misuse of law by his wife and father-in-law.
The Delhi High Court has directed Wipro to pay Rs 2 lakh to a former employee, Abhijit Mishra, in a defamation case. The court found Wipro's termination letter contained unsubstantiated negative remarks, harming Mishra's reputation and future employability.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, asserting Brazil's sovereignty and rejecting foreign interference. Lula accused US tech firms of spreading misinformation and announced plans to regulate and tax them. The escalating trade dispute has boosted Lula's approval ratings as Brazil considers retaliatory measures.
In Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, a classroom ceiling collapse at Piplodi Govt Upper Primary School led to the tragic deaths of seven children and injuries to 21 others. The incident occurred shortly after students reported falling debris to a teacher. Authorities have suspended the principal and four teachers, initiating a high-level probe. Education Minister Madan Dilawar accepted moral responsibility, announcing compensation for the victims' families.
Astronomer's co-founder, Pete DeJoy, has taken over as interim CEO after Andy Byron's resignation following a viral "kiss cam" incident at a Coldplay concert. DeJoy acknowledged the unexpected media attention, highlighting the company's growth and resilience.
Niti Aayog has suggested a policy change that would allow Chinese entities to acquire up to 24% stake in Indian companies without needing additional security clearances. This proposal aims to ease investment processes, potentially boosting India's supply chain participation and exports.
Rahul Gandhi, accompanied by Mallikarjun Kharge, is visiting Guwahati to invigorate the Assam Congress ahead of the 2026 elections. Gandhi accused chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption, predicting his eventual imprisonment by the people's will. He also alleged BJP's manipulation of voter lists, and emphasised the ideological battle between the RSS and Congress.
Ravi Shastri analyzed India's loss to England at Lord's. He highlighted Rishabh Pant's crucial dismissal before lunch. Karun Nair's wicket early in the second innings triggered a collapse. Shastri praised the lower order's fight but noted the top order's struggles. He drew parallels with India's 2021 Lord's win. Shastri remains optimistic about India's comeback in the series.