India is set to participate in the UN high-level conference addressing the Palestine question and the two-state solution, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia. Despite US warnings against participation, India hopes the conference will pave the way for concrete steps towards a two-state solution, advocating for an immediate ceasefire and hostage release.
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In Budaun, a special Pocso court convicted Mahendra Kumar of raping a 5-year-old girl, sentencing him to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment. The victim identified Kumar by his moustache, and her testimony, along with supporting evidence, proved crucial in the conviction. The crime occurred on February 27, 2023, when Kumar assaulted the girl while her mother collected fodder nearby.
The road transport ministry will soon rank states based on their 'ease of land acquisition' for national highway projects, addressing a major cause of delays. This initiative aims to prioritize projects in states that efficiently provide land, potentially using past performance as a benchmark. The Centre's reliance on state governments for land acquisition underscores the importance of this ranking system.
The UK government has confirmed lowering the voting age to 16 for all UK elections, aligning with Scotland and Wales, potentially adding 1.5 million young voters. Alongside this, British voters can now use UK-issued bank cards as voter ID, and stricter measures will be implemented to combat foreign donations and protect candidates from harassment.
Hyderabad's drug treatment clinic witnessed a staggering 1300% surge in patient footfall over five years, reaching 9,832 cases by January 2025, the highest spike in India. Primarily treating alcohol, adulterated toddy, and cannabis addictions, the Institute of Mental Health clinic now sees about 30 patients daily.
Rajasthan Royals discovered Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a batting prodigy, at just 11 years old. Kumar Sangakkara, impressed by his talent during trials facing international bowlers, highlighted his exceptional technique and powerful bat swing. Suryavanshi later became the youngest IPL player, showcasing his explosive batting with a remarkable 35-ball century.
BJP has strongly refuted Rahul Gandhi's regret over the UPA's failure to conduct a caste census, labeling it a deceptive tactic to conceal the Congress party's inherent bias. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the Congress's historical treatment of Dalit leaders and accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading falsehoods regarding vacant reserved posts in central universities.
Mohit Suri's 'Saiyaara,' starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has achieved a historic opening weekend, grossing over Rs 80 crore. Defying expectations, it surpassed Suri's previous records and secured a spot among 2025's top openers. The film's success is attributed to its fresh cast, music, and emotional storytelling, resonating strongly with younger audiences, outperforming several big banner films.
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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar asserted that India makes independent decisions, uninfluenced by external powers. He emphasized that Operation Sindoor, India's counter-terror action, is ongoing in various forms, initiated to instill sanity and humanity. Dhankhar cautioned citizens against external narratives, affirming India's sovereignty and its commitment to peaceful coexistence within the global community, guided by mutual respect and diplomatic dialogue.