Tejashwi Yadav ignited a political controversy by alleging his name was missing from Bihar's voter list, accusing the Election Commission of a conspiracy to manipulate voter rolls. He questioned the deletion of 65 lakh names and demanded transparency from the EC.
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Prajwal Revanna, the suspended JD(S) leader and grandson of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court in Bengaluru for a rape case involving a 47-year-old woman. In addition to the imprisonment, Revanna was fined Rs 10 lakh.
Indian cricketers Arshdeep Singh and Dhruv Jurel explored Bicester Village in England. They were surprised by the high prices of designer clothes. Arshdeep Singh humorously reacted to a shirt costing Rs 3 lakh. Dhruv Jurel joked about a Rs 50,000 shirt. Kuldeep Yadav also made a brief appearance. The vlog captured their fun outing and camaraderie.
Zach Evans, a promising sixth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, has retired at 24 with only $920,832 in career earnings. Drafted by the Rams, he later joined the Jets but ultimately stepped away from the league before training camp. His early exit highlights the financial uncertainties of short-lived professional sports careers, despite a promising college performance.
The Supreme Court has questioned the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to take over the Shri Banke Bihari temple management in Vrindavan, citing a lack of consultation with key stakeholders before the corridor project order on May 15. The court expressed concern over the state's urgency in enacting the ordinance and its approach to the court without informing involved parties.
A government girls' school in Madhya Pradesh is grappling with a cobra infestation, as 25 baby cobras have been found in the last two weeks. The alarming situation has forced the school to close classrooms, disrupting lessons for over 1000 students. Authorities are working to seal potential snake nests and ensure the safety of everyone.
The Income Tax Department has facilitated online ITR-3 filing for AY 2025-26, benefiting individuals with income from share trading, business ventures, and unlisted shares. Key updates include mandatory Form 10-IEA selection, revised capital gains reporting, and higher asset/liability reporting thresholds. Filers must also provide detailed disclosures on TDS sections and deductions.
During the fifth Test at The Oval, Indian pacer Akash Deep's demonstrative send-off to Ben Duckett sparked controversy. After dismissing Duckett, Akash Deep put his arm around the batter, prompting disapproval from commentators Michael Atherton and Ravi Shastri. They cautioned against physical contact, citing potential escalation and the importance of respecting boundaries in a non-contact sport.
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, has appealed to national parties, including the BJP, to reinstate statehood for J&K, emphasizing it as a constitutional right, not a discretionary favor. He argues that downgrading a state to a Union Territory sets a dangerous precedent, urging a bill in Parliament's current session.
Amidst Rahul Gandhi's endorsement of Trump's "dead economy" remark, Congress leaders like Rajeev Shukla and Shashi Tharoor offered differing perspectives. Shukla refuted Trump's assessment, emphasizing India's economic strength and past reforms. Tharoor viewed US tariffs as a potential bargaining tactic during ongoing trade negotiations, urging support for negotiators while acknowledging potential damage to exports if a favorable deal isn't reached.
The government has capped prices for four emergency medicines. Retail prices are now fixed for 37 other drug formulations. This includes antibiotics and painkillers from specific companies. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) issued the order. Companies must lower prices exceeding the ceiling. Manufacturers with lower prices should maintain them. This aims to make essential medicines more affordable.