Protests erupted in Imphal after a 48-hour ultimatum for Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to apologize for the removal of "Manipur" from a state transport bus windshield expired, leading to clashes with security forces near Raj Bhavan. Police used tear gas to disperse protesters, resulting in injuries and hospitalizations.
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Tahawwur Rana, a key conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, has petitioned a Delhi court for family communication access while in judicial custody following his extradition from the US. The Ministry of Home Affairs has appointed a team of special public prosecutors, led by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, to oversee the NIA case against him.
The Supreme Court has overturned a Bombay High Court ruling, allowing Mumbai's Municipal Corporation to maintain a theme garden built on the site of the former Khajuria lake. The court directed the MCGM to preserve the park for public use and explore creating a new water body nearby.
Canada has introduced a policy effective May 27, allowing temporary foreign workers to change jobs faster while awaiting work permit processing. This benefits workers, including many from India, by reducing downtime and enabling better opportunities. Immigration consultant Kubeir Kamal highlights the positive impact on Indian workers in sectors like IT and healthcare.
Elon Musk announced his departure as a special government employee and top advisor to President Donald Trump, marking the end of his role in streamlining federal bureaucracy. Musk thanked Trump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending, expressing confidence in the future of the DOGE mission. His exit follows criticism of Trump's tax and immigration bill, which Musk described as a "massive spending bill."
Punjab Kings secured a top-two finish in the IPL 2025 after defeating Mumbai Indians by seven wickets, marking their first playoff appearance in 11 years. Priyansh Arya's composed innings and Josh Inglis' explosive half-century propelled Punjab to victory. A viral moment occurred when Mumbai owner Akash Ambani was seen in conversation with Punjab captain Shreyas Iyer during the match.
A celebratory parade in Liverpool turned violent when a car drove into crowds of fans, injuring several. The incident occurred shortly after the team's victory bus passed through Water Street. A 53-year-old local man has been arrested, and investigations are underway as the community grapples with the aftermath of the shocking event during what should have been a joyous occasion.
Satellite data reveals a concerning trend: over 21% of the world's oceans have darkened in the last two decades, shrinking the vital photic zone. This reduction in sunlight penetration threatens marine biodiversity, disrupts ecosystems, and weakens the ocean's ability to regulate climate and produce oxygen.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, rallied strongly in trade on Friday, with ITC and IT stocks leading gains. While Nifty50 went above 24,850, BSE Sensex was up over 900 points.
Congress MP Vivek Tankha has urged Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar to promptly share the inquiry report concerning the cash haul scandal at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence. Tankha emphasized that Parliament's role in deciding the fate of judges facing misconduct allegations is being undermined by the delay.