In a remarkable legal battle, a lawyer daughter, Anura Singh, successfully fought against her own father, a former Inspector General of Police (IGP), to reinstate a wrongly terminated police head constable. The constable, Tofeek Ahmad, had been accused of molestation and dismissed after a departmental inquiry led by the IGP.
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Akash Deep's maiden half-century and his century partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal propelled India to 189 for three at lunch on Day 3 of the final Test against England. Akash Deep's aggressive 66 off 94 balls, marked by boundaries and powerful slogs, earned him appreciation from teammates and praise for his contribution. Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 85, solidifying India's position.
Mohammed Siraj's relentless efforts at The Oval are proving fruitful, highlighted by the crucial dismissal of Ollie Pope with a sharp nip-backer. Siraj, now the leading wicket-taker in the series with 20 wickets, previously removed Zak Crawley with a searing yorker. England, chasing 260, are currently at 114 for 3, with India maintaining a strong position.
Following an anonymous tip, Bengaluru police are searching for Munendrachari K, who allegedly operated a fraudulent medical clinic in Doddakannahalli for a decade. Posing as a family physician, he prescribed allopathic medicines and steroid injections, despite claiming to be an Ayurvedic doctor. Investigations revealed a fake registration certificate, leading to the clinic's closure and a police complaint.
An Air India flight AI2455, en route from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, was diverted to Chennai due to a suspected technical fault and adverse weather. The flight landed safely, and passengers are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements.
Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that most iPhones sold in the US during the last quarter were made in India, despite Donald Trump's criticism of this manufacturing shift. India has become the main hub for iPhone production for the US market, while China focuses on non-US regions. Apple is experiencing record revenue growth in India, driven by strong iPhone sales.
A cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district triggered flash floods, causing significant damage in high-altitude villages. The India Meteorological Department defines a cloudburst as rainfall exceeding 100 millimetres per hour. Research indicates Uttarakhand is highly prone to such events due to its altitude and climate change, necessitating stronger policy responses and better planning.
IndiGo has banned a passenger from its flights for 30 days after he assaulted a co-passenger on a Mumbai-Kolkata flight. The incident, which involved Hafijul Rahaman slapping Hossain Ahmed Majumder, occurred after Majumder experienced a panic attack. Police are investigating, and other airlines may also impose no-fly restrictions. Majumder is currently traveling back home to Cachar by train.
OpenAI chairman Bret Taylor asserts that computer science degrees remain invaluable, fostering 'systems thinking' crucial for product development, a skill AI can't replicate. Bill Gates echoes this, stating AI tools enhance programming but won't replace human ingenuity in spotting patterns and making critical decisions. Programming will remain a human job for at least a century.
India’s literacy rate is rising, but a severe teacher shortage threatens future gains. States like Bihar, Punjab, Karnataka, and Rajasthan face tens of thousands of vacancies, with many schools staffed by only one or two teachers. Budget cuts, slow recruitment, and unattractive working conditions fuel the crisis, risking ‘functional illiteracy’ despite glowing literacy statistics.