Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari states that the driver involved in the fatal Jaipur LPG tanker crash had been driving for over 12 hours. The government plans to implement systems to track heavy vehicle driving hours, including using Aadhaar cards and vehicle location tracking devices.
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Protests erupted in Istanbul following the detention of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption allegations, leading to widespread unrest and nearly 1,900 detentions. Demonstrators, including one in a Pikachu costume, were seen clashing with the police, as international concerns over Turkey's democratic decline grow.
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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath labelled endorsing invaders like Aurangzeb as treason, emphasizing respect for India's cultural heritage. His remarks follow the controversy over the Mughal emperor's tomb removal in Maharashtra, amid violent clashes in Nagpur where thirty-three police personnel were injured, and fifty arrests were made.
A 35-year-old woman from Bulandshahr has accused her husband of allowing his friends to rape her for money over three years, while he watched recordings from Saudi Arabia. She remained silent fearing divorce and for her children's sake. The case is under investigation. Her family seeks justice as her husband and his associates attempt to flee.
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Virat Kohli impresses a fan with his warm interaction in Australia, signing a saxophone for the supporter. However, his struggles on the field continue, getting dismissed for low scores in both innings of the fifth Test. Despite his early exits, India's strong bowling performance and Rishabh Pant's quick 61 help them take a 145-run lead against Australia.