In a historic shift, Germany has overtaken Japan as the world's leading creditor nation after 34 years, despite Japan's record ¥533.05 trillion in net external assets. Germany's substantial current account surplus, driven by strong trade, propelled it to the top with ¥569.7 trillion.
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In Mathura's Bhureka village, a Dalit groom was allegedly pulled from his chariot and wedding guests assaulted by upper-caste men angered by DJ music and a 'rath' during the procession. The accused also issued death threats, prompting police intervention after the initial disruption and a subsequent return of the mob.
Tommy Robinson, co-founder of the far-right English Defence League, was released from prison four months early, sparking immediate reactions. He had been jailed for contempt of court after breaching an injunction related to false claims against a Syrian refugee. Despite Justice Johnson noting a lack of remorse, Robinson's demonstrated commitment to complying with the injunction led to the sentence reduction.
Television personality Dipika Kakar has shared her stage 2 liver cancer diagnosis. This has sheds light on the often-missed symptoms of liver cancer.
India is set to bolster its energy security by acquiring a fleet of 112 locally-built crude carriers by 2040, investing approximately $10 billion. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on foreign vessels and increase the proportion of Indian-built tankers in its fleet, aligning with the nation's goal to expand its refining capacity and become a developed nation by 2047.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has refuted Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's allegations of his wife's ISI connection, dismissing it as a fabricated story. Sarma claims Gogoi has ties with the Pakistani establishment and promises to reveal evidence after an investigation. Gogoi questions the timing of the accusations, while Sarma welcomes Gogoi's admission of visiting Pakistan.
Bharathi Kannan, a 32-year-old dance master, was arrested for allegedly harassing a 17-year-old girl in Bengaluru. He approached her near a bank, promising to make her a celebrity dancer and convinced her to get into his car. Kannan then sexually harassed her during the drive, leading to her desperate attempts to escape and his subsequent arrest under the Pocso Act.
In a heartwarming display of interfaith harmony in Pune, a Muslim family extended crucial assistance to a Hindu family whose wedding plans were disrupted by heavy rains. As the Kazi family's 'walima' was underway, they offered their hall to Sanskruti Kawade Patil and Narendra Galande Patil for their 'saptapadi' ritual.
US President Trump turned a meeting with South African president Ramaphosa into a spectacle, confronting him with a video about alleged persecution of white farmers. This encounter, part of a pattern of 'reality TV diplomacy,' risks undermining alliances and isolating the US, as Trump prioritises political theater over genuine diplomatic engagement.
In Emaneswaram village, a 20-year-old man, reportedly suffering from bipolar disorder, tragically beheaded his two-year-old niece. The horrifying incident occurred while the child was playing near her home; the accused then threw her head into a nearby pond. Authorities apprehended the suspect, who is currently in custody and undergoing questioning, while also receiving medical and legal support.