The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge for not attending the Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort. Amit Malviya, BJP I-T cell chief, questioned Gandhi's absence and commitment to national events, also noting his disoriented appearance at the Congress HQ. He further emphasized that such absence sends a poor message about his commitment to national occasions.
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Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra condemned the Israeli strike that killed five Al Jazeera journalists, labeling it a "cold-blooded murder." She lauded the reporters' dedication to truth, accusing Israel of silencing them before a planned Gaza offensive. Israel has long accused Al Jazeera of being a Hamas mouthpiece, a claim the network denies.
A tragic road accident on the Dausa–Manoharpur Highway claimed the lives of 11 individuals, including women and children, early Wednesday. The victims were returning from Khatu Shyam temple when their pick-up van collided with a container truck. Several others sustained injuries, with some being transferred to SMS Hospital in Jaipur for advanced medical care.
Indian Railways has launched 'Rudrastra,' its longest freight train ever, stretching 4.5 kilometers. Composed of 354 wagons and powered by seven locomotives, the train was formed by linking six standard rakes. It journeyed from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road, covering 200 km at an average speed of 40 km/h.
Assam is gearing up for a special intensive revision of electoral rolls, directed by the CEO ahead of the Election Commission's schedule. This preparation includes ensuring all election officials are in place and identifying additional booth-level officers. The Chief Minister emphasizes the need to cleanse voter lists, referencing concerns about alleged illegal entries, particularly in border areas.
Gurgaon police have registered a case against a woman and a male driver for performing a dangerous stunt on the Delhi-Jaipur highway. The woman was filmed sitting on the roof of a moving Mahindra Thar, prompting criticism after the video circulated on social media. Authorities filed charges at DLF Sector 29 police station, citing endangerment to themselves and others.
Rohith Krishna S, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has become India's 89th Grandmaster, achieving his final GM norm at the Almaty Region Open. His journey, fueled by family support and sacrifices, involved countless hours of practice and international tournaments. Rohith now balances chess with his computer science studies, setting his sights on a 2600 rating and ultimately, the world championship.
A 15-year-old bonded labour survivor from Bihar is recovering in Haryana after a horrific ordeal. He was found walking along a road with a severed arm, narrating a tale of being lured with a job promise, then held captive at a dairy farm where he lost his arm in an accident.
Rajiv Pratap Rudy secured another term as head of the Constitution Club, defeating Sanjeev Balyan in a high-profile election that saw significant participation from across the political spectrum, including Amit Shah and Sonia Gandhi. Rudy, celebrating his victory, emphasized the collective effort behind his win and the endorsement from parliamentarians.
In 2025, Indian cricket sees Shubman Gill taking over Test captaincy from Rohit Sharma, who retired from the format but continues to lead in ODIs. Suryakumar Yadav is now the T20I captain. Previously, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli held all-format captaincy.
At just five, Delhi’s Aarini Lahoty is India’s highest-rated chess player in her age group, boasting a FIDE rating of 1551. Introduced to the game by her father-coach Surendar, Aarini began playing as a toddler and now competes in higher age categories. Balancing studies, chess, and play, she dreams of becoming India’s youngest IM and GM.