A controversy has erupted within India's scientific community following the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) in Mumbai. Accusations have surfaced against faculty members for allegedly orchestrating a resolution to suspend Israel's participation due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra faces an FIR after her remarks about Union Home Minister Amit Shah sparked controversy. Following PM Modi's comments on infiltration, Moitra questioned Shah's ability to protect the borders. BJP leaders condemned her statement as distasteful, leading to the FIR.
A newborn, bitten by rats in MY Hospital's NICU, has died, sparking outrage and investigations. Hospital officials claim the death was due to the infant's fragile health, not the rat bites. Disciplinary actions have been taken, including suspensions and show-cause notices to staff. An inquiry committee has been formed, and the pest control agency fined.
Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's 'War 2' continues its box office run, earning Rs 235.1 crore in India by its 19th day, with Monday collections at Rs 0.60 crore. Rajinikanth’s 'Coolie', also in its third week, made Rs 1.10 crore on the same day, totaling Rs 280.20 crore.
A video surfaced online showing a Jharkhand High Court judge reprimanding an IAS officer during a land acquisition case hearing. The judge questioned the officer's authority to object to compensation, accusing him of seeking commissions and obstructing rightful awards. The judge threatened contempt or an FIR, drawing widespread appreciation on social media for his firm stance against alleged irregularities.
A Jaipur family court granted a 67-year-old man a divorce after 43 years of marriage, citing his wife's constant suspicion and character assassination as mental cruelty. The retired government officer filed for divorce in 2021, alleging taunts about their home and her accusations. The court found the wife's allegations unsubstantiated, leading to the divorce decree.
Irfan Pathan's old interview resurfaced, reigniting discussions about his relationship with MS Dhoni. Pathan hinted at a lack of communication regarding his exclusion from the national team.
Banks across multiple Indian states remained closed on September 5 due to Id-E-Milad and Thiruvonam, as per the RBI holiday calendar. While digital banking services continued uninterrupted, physical branch visits were necessary for certain transactions. Maharashtra, however, shifted the Eid-e-Milad holiday in Mumbai to September 8, 2025, impacting government securities and related markets.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the media on the third day of the organisation's centenary event, emphasizing the importance of values and tradition in education alongside technology. He advocated for Sanskrit study to understand India's knowledge and culture, while clarifying the RSS's coordination with the BJP government, acknowledging potential struggles but denying any quarrel.
The Assam government will now scrutinise land transfers between people of different faiths, focusing on legality, funding sources, social impact, and national security. This SOP will also apply to NGOs buying land for educational or healthcare institutions. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on September 8 to inaugurate a bio-refinery and lay foundation stones for infrastructure projects.