Protesters in Imphal locked down two central government offices following an incident where a state transport bus was forced to conceal the word "Manipur." This action escalated tensions, leading to demands for an apology from the governor, fueled by concerns over the state's identity.
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In 2000, a potential submerged city was discovered in the Gulf of Khambhat off the coast of western India. Sonar technology revealed geometric structures and artifacts, including pottery and human remains, dating back 9,500 years. This discovery challenges existing timelines of civilization, suggesting a possible "mother culture" predating the Indus Valley Civilization, though interpretations remain controversial among experts.
Gajala Siddiqui, a 47-year-old Dubai resident, was arrested for trespassing into actor Aditya Roy Kapur's Bandra flat. Claiming acquaintance, she arrived with gifts and refused to leave, prompting Kapur's manager to alert the police. Siddiqui persuaded the house help to let her in, but Kapur denied knowing her, leading to her arrest and court appearance.
Maharashtra's Deputy CM Ajit Pawar admitted the government erred in disbursing Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana funds without proper vetting due to pre-election time constraints. Thousands of ineligible recipients, including government employees, benefited. While funds already disbursed won't be recovered, future payouts will undergo stricter scrutiny.
Jacob Bethell, fresh off his IPL stint, starred in England's ODI victory, though he humorously bemoaned the soft hotel beds affecting his back. Despite limited game time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bethell emphasises the invaluable learning experience, particularly observing Virat Kohli's approach to spin and his captivating presence both on and off the field.
Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress president, criticized the Modi government. This followed CDS General Anil Chauhan's statements in Singapore. Kharge demanded a special Parliament session. He alleged the nation was misled. Chauhan dismissed Pakistan's claims about downed Indian warplanes. He spoke about Operation Sindoor. Jairam Ramesh echoed Kharge's concerns. He criticized the government's lack of transparency regarding the matter.
Operation Sindoor severely damaged Pakistan's air force. Indian strikes targeted radar systems and command centers. Pakistan's air defenses were overwhelmed. Key air bases faced significant damage. Communication networks were disrupted. Pakistan sought a ceasefire after the strikes. The operation demonstrated India's ability to respond decisively. The strikes caused a five-year setback for Pakistan's air capabilities.
BJP leader Agnimitra Paul has criticized the West Bengal government following the arrest of Instagram influencer Sharmishtha Panoli for allegedly making communal comments. Paul alleges a lack of free speech and unequal treatment of communities, accusing the Mamata Banerjee government of bias against Hindus.
A Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 15-day custody of a CRPF jawan arrested for espionage. The jawan is accused of leaking sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence officers in exchange for money.
Ravichandran Ashwin, who has been under scrutiny himself since the controversial run-out of Jos Buttler in IPL 2019, stood firmly in support of Lucknow Super Giants bowler Digvesh Rathi on Wednesday. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin dissected the incident involving Rathi’s attempt to dismiss Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s stand-in captain Jitesh Sharma at the non-striker’s end during their IPL 2025 clash.