Ahead of PM Modi's Manipur visit, the Centre, Manipur government, and Kuki-Zo insurgents are poised to extend their Suspension of Operations (SOO) agreement. Talks in Delhi show promise, potentially tweaking SOO terms to relocate Kuki-Zo camps and directly deposit remuneration to cadres.
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Tarzan Sheikh, a migrant worker from Katwa, alleged he was assaulted in Odisha for being a "Bengali-speaking Bangladeshi." Sheikh, who has been working as a hawker in Jaleshwar for five years, was reportedly attacked near Lakshmandihi area after speaking in Bengali. The mob allegedly stole Rs 6,000 and fractured his arm, branding his documents as forged.
Virender Sehwag's son, Aaryavir, debuted in the Delhi Premier League for Central Delhi Kings, opening the batting like his father. The 17-year-old hit impressive boundaries against Navdeep Saini and Rounak Waghela, scoring 22 off 16 balls. Aaryavir shared memories of watching his father play, acknowledging the inspiration he draws from Sehwag's career and understanding his greatness as a player.
Growing hostility towards the H-1B visa program in the U.S. is evolving into a politically charged attack, threatening Indian professionals' livelihoods. Rhetoric from figures like Governor DeSantis and others frames Indian workers as threats, fueling anti-immigrant sentiment and discriminatory practices. This environment creates uncertainty for Indian students and professionals seeking opportunities in the U.S. technology sector.
Balvinder Singh Sandhu defends Jasprit Bumrah's workload management amid criticism, highlighting the physical demands of fast bowling and the double standards faced by bowlers compared to batsmen. Sandhu reveals statistics showing Bumrah's minimal rest periods over the past seven years. Mohammed Kaif also supports Bumrah's T20I comeback, despite fitness concerns raised during the England series.
Rising Yamuna floodwaters have submerged luxury farmhouses along the Noida floodplain, reviving memories of last year's devastating inundation. Caretakers are evacuating properties as the river approaches record levels, impacting over 1,000 farmhouses with lavish amenities.
Pawan Khera alleged that the Election Commission dismissed approximately 89 lakh complaints of irregularities raised by Congress's Booth Level Agents during Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Khera questioned the EC's intentions, claiming that BLAs' complaints were rejected with the directive that only individual complaints would be accepted, not those from political parties.
An Israeli military spokesperson announced the "inevitable" evacuation of Gaza City amidst intensified operations against Hamas. The UN has warned of a potential famine due to this evacuation plan. Meanwhile, US President Trump plans to discuss post-war Gaza strategies.
Silver price today: Silver prices experienced a significant surge, climbing by Rs 2,597 to exceed Rs 1.24 lakh per kilogram in futures trading, mirroring strong global market performance. This surge was fueled by factors such as increased US tariffs on Indian products, a weakening rupee, and investors seeking safe-haven assets.
Anna Kournikova, 44, and Enrique Iglesias, 50, are expecting their fourth child, as reported by Hola magazine. This news follows concerns about Kournikova's health after she was seen in a wheelchair earlier this year. The couple, together since 2001 and parents to twins Lucy and Nicholas, 7, and daughter Mary, 5, continue to build their family life in Miami.