In a significant reform, the DGCA has recommended allowing arts and commerce students to pursue commercial pilot licenses, ending the three-decade-long requirement for science backgrounds. This proposal, sent to the aviation ministry, aims to amend rules mandating physics and maths in class 12.
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A traffic cop in Hebbal, Bengaluru, was caught riding without a helmet while on duty, sparking outrage on social media. A commuter photographed the violation near the Hebbal ring road junction and shared it online, prompting swift action from the police department. Consequently, Hebbal traffic police imposed a fine of Rs 500 on the rider involved in the incident.
India has accused Pakistan at the UN of violating the Indus Waters Treaty's spirit through wars and terror attacks since 1960. India claims it has acted responsibly, while Pakistan obstructs necessary infrastructure changes and modifications to the treaty, despite evolving security concerns and climate change. India has put the IWT in abeyance until Pakistan ends cross-border terrorism.
Sharmishtha Panoli, an Instagram influencer, has been remanded to judicial custody until June 13 after being arrested by Kolkata Police for allegedly making communal remarks in a social media video criticizing Bollywood's silence on Operation Sindoor. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has criticized the arrest as appeasement politics, alleging selective action against Sanatanis while ignoring similar offenses by TMC leaders.
Elon Musk refuted claims of frequent ketamine use, dismissing a New York Times report as false. He admitted to using prescription ketamine years ago for mental health but denies current usage. This denial follows a report alleging daily use and potential health impacts.
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The U.S. government has cautioned international students that their visas could be revoked for non-compliance, such as skipping classes or dropping out without notifying their institutions. This action could also jeopardize their future eligibility for U.S. visas. This warning follows reports of over 4,700 international students having their study permissions revoked this spring, potentially due to stricter immigration enforcement.
Aishwarya Rai, Tej Pratap Yadav's estranged wife, accuses Lalu Prasad's family of staging a drama by expelling their son from RJD amidst controversy over his alleged 12-year relationship. She claims the expulsion is a pre-election cover-up, alleging the family knew about the relationship all along. Aishwarya also recounts past abuse, stating the family used their influence to conceal it.
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