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Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" remarks, deeming it an "anti-India" stance. Rijiju urged Gandhi to act with the dignity expected of an opposition leader, rather than attacking the government. Gandhi had listed reasons for India's economic decline, blaming Modi's policies and alleging favoritism towards Adani.
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's romantic drama 'Saiyaara' continues its successful run, grossing Rs 284.75 crore in 15 days. Despite new releases like 'Son of Sardaar 2' and 'Dhadak 2' entering the competition, 'Saiyaara' maintains steady occupancy. The film now eyes the Rs 300 crore milestone, with weekend performance being crucial for achieving this target.
Following PM Modi's denial of external interference in 'Operation Sindoor,' Congress launched a sharp counter-attack, questioning his silence on Donald Trump's claims of mediating between India and Pakistan. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, accused Modi of evading direct responses on Trump's assertions and failing to acknowledge China's support to Pakistan.
Kerala is set to eliminate traditional backbenches in state-run schools, aiming to boost student confidence and equity. Inspired partly by the Malayalam film Sthanarthi Sreekuttan, the move challenges classroom hierarchies by promoting inclusive seating like U-shaped layouts. An expert panel will recommend alternatives as the state rethinks how physical space impacts learning outcomes and emotional wellbeing.
A recent study confirms that Canada's Tintina fault, stretching across Yukon, is an active seismic hazard, challenging previous assumptions. Scientists warn that the fault is overdue for a major earthquake, potentially magnitude 7.5 or greater. The discovery prompts urgent updates to Canada's National Seismic Hazard Model, impacting building codes and emergency preparedness.
Saiyaara continues its successful run at the box office, breaking records in its second week. Despite a minor drop on weekdays, the film earned Rs 30 crore on its second Sunday. Second Monday collections were Rs 9.25 crore, and Tuesday afternoon saw Rs 1.6 crore. The total collection now stands at Rs 258.17 crore.
India's early achievement of its E20 ethanol blending target has sparked debates over mileage and engine performance. The government refutes claims of significant fuel efficiency drops, citing minimal impact on E20-compatible vehicles and emphasizing environmental benefits like reduced carbon emissions.
Johnny Manziel has defended Cam Newton after Eagles superfan King Gillie taunted him. Gillie mocked Newton for not winning a Super Bowl. Manziel responded strongly on social media. He called Gillie a loser for his comments. The incident occurred after Newton appeared on Manziel's podcast. Both reflected on their college football careers. Manziel emphasized respect and legacy over trophies.
Following Mohammed Siraj's impressive performance in England, RP Singh cautioned against overworking him, emphasising the need for careful workload management akin to Jasprit Bumrah to prevent potential burnout. Singh highlighted Siraj's indispensable role and partnership with Bumrah, advocating for strategic team selections and like-for-like injury substitutions to maintain team balance and player well-being.