Hyderabad police uncovered a surrogacy scam at Universal Srushti Fertility Centre, arresting eight individuals, including Dr. Athaluri Namratha, for allegedly selling infants to couples under the guise of IVF. The clinic, operating without a valid license since 2021, deceived a couple who paid Rs 35 lakh, providing them with a baby unrelated to them.
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During the fourth Test at Old Trafford, England captain Ben Stokes offered a handshake to signal a draw, but Indian batters Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar declined, surprising Stokes. Both were approaching centuries, and India, in a dominant position, chose to continue batting. Stokes's reaction showed frustration as the game continued, highlighting India's assertive play and focus on personal milestones.
Rovman Powell surpassed Chris Gayle to become West Indies' second-highest T20I run-scorer during the fourth T20I against Australia, reaching 1,925 runs. Despite Powell's 28-run contribution, West Indies posted 205/9, which Australia chased down successfully, led by Josh Inglis and Cameron Green, securing a 4-0 series lead. The final T20I is set for Monday.
The Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session commenced turbulently, adjourning shortly after convening due to opposition uproar. MPs demanded Prime Minister Modi address Donald Trump's claims regarding Operation Sindoor, disrupting initial proceedings despite Speaker Birla's assurances of later discussion.
In Ayodhya, a tragic incident unfolded as a 17-year-old boy allegedly murdered his 22-year-old sister with an axe following an argument over her phone conversation with a male acquaintance. The dispute escalated rapidly, leading to the fatal attack while they were alone at home.
In Bengaluru, two women were victims of a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posing as police officers coerced them into stripping during a fake online examination. The women transferred Rs 58,447 before realizing the deception. They were threatened with nude photos being released after seeking help from a friend.
Bengaluru-based realtor Yusuf Sharif, also known as KGF Babu, faced a tax bill of nearly Rs 40 lakh for operating luxury Rolls-Royce cars, previously owned by Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan, in Karnataka without paying the required state taxes.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Rajya Sabha on Operation Sindoor, following the Pahalgam terror attack. He affirmed the government's firm stance against terrorism, highlighting diplomatic actions, including potentially suspending the Indus Waters Treaty. Jaishankar refuted claims of US mediation for a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.
The NIA has urged a special court to deliver appropriate sentences to the accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, which resulted in six fatalities and over 100 injuries. The trial, concluding on April 19, 2025, awaits judgment, with the NIA asserting the accused aimed to incite communal tensions.
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.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Monday. While Nifty50 was near 24,950, BSE Sensex was down around 50 points.