Jharkhand IAS officer Vinay Kumar Choubey was arrested by Chhattisgarh's anti-corruption bureau in connection with a liquor scam. An FIR was filed against Choubey for allegedly causing financial losses to Jharkhand's exchequer by altering the state's liquor policy. The syndicate allegedly manipulated tender norms to favor certain companies, earning illegal commissions.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan captivated Cannes Film Festival on day 2, proudly representing India. She donned a custom black Gaurav Gupta gown featuring a Banarasi brocade cape inscribed with a Bhagavad Gita shloka. Complementing her look with bold red lips, she walked with her daughter Aaradhya, who twinned with her in black, winning hearts and earning the title 'Queen of Cannes'.
The Indian government revoked security clearance for Celebi Airport Services India, impacting ground handling operations at nine major airports due to national security concerns. This decision follows Turkey's perceived support for Pakistan, particularly after recent events. Celebi, partly owned by Turkish President Erdogan's family, faces replacement by other ground handlers at airports like Delhi and Mumbai.
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BJP organized Tiranga Yatra in Pahalgam and Srinagar, showcasing patriotism and support for the armed forces following Operation Sindoor. The Pahalgam rally, led by Sofi Yousuf, involved local hoteliers and ponywallahs carrying the Tricolour. In Srinagar, the rally culminated at Lal Chowk, with participants expressing solidarity and paying tribute to security forces for dismantling terrorist infrastructure.
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