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.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's Bihar visit for Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra has sparked controversy. BJP leader K. Annamalai released videos of DMK leaders' alleged derogatory comments about Bihar residents. Annamalai challenged Stalin to repeat those remarks while sharing the stage with Gandhi, intensifying political tensions.
In a historic first, India's Navy commissioned two stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, built at separate shipyards, enhancing maritime capabilities. These Project 17A class warships, featuring advanced technology and significant indigenous content, signify a major boost to India's self-reliance in defence and commitment to maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. The frigates will join the Eastern Fleet.
Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of Narendra Modi and the Election Commission, branding the "Gujarat Model" as a scheme for electoral fraud. He alleged that Modi's victories relied on manipulating votes with the ECI's assistance.
Cheteshwar Pujara, the former Indian Test cricket legend, has retired from international cricket after an illustrious career spanning 103 Test matches. He accumulated 7,195 runs and played a pivotal role in India's batting lineup. The BCCI will provide Pujara with a monthly pension, acknowledging his significant contributions to Indian cricket.
Afghanistan has been struck by two earthquakes, a 4.8-magnitude tremor following a 4.3-magnitude quake, exacerbating an already dire situation. The quakes, coupled with flash floods and harsh weather, have devastated communities, particularly in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces, where over 1400 lives were lost.
The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2025-2026 season, with stricter eligibility rules focusing on older adults and high-risk individuals. Pfizer-BioNTech's shot is for those 65 and older and high-risk individuals aged 5-64, while Moderna's is for high-risk groups 6 months and older, and Novavax is for those 12 and up.
A United States judge has directed the Trump administration to reinstate billions in research funds to Harvard University. The court found the funding cuts were politically motivated. The administration froze the funds, citing concerns about antisemitism. Harvard sued, arguing the move jeopardized vital research. The judge ruled the action violated constitutional rights. The administration plans to appeal.
Piotr Szczerek, CEO of Drogbruk, faced immense backlash after a video surfaced showing him snatching a signed hat from a child at the US Open. Social media users identified Szczerek and his company, leading to a flood of negative reviews and criticism. Tennis star Kamil Majchrzak who signed the hat responded to the row and tracked down the child, Brok, and gifted him a new signed cap and other memorabilia.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's commitment to its interests and self-reliance amid global tensions, highlighting that nations have permanent interests, not permanent allies. Speaking at the NDTV Defence Summit, Singh alluded to US tariffs while PM Modi attended the SCO summit in China.
Travis Hunter, the Jaguars' highly anticipated rookie and Heisman Trophy winner, is set to debut as a two-way player against the Carolina Panthers. Drafted No. 2 overall, Hunter will contribute as both a wide receiver and cornerback, aiming to revitalize Jacksonville's offense and bolster their defense. His versatility is expected to significantly impact the team's performance.