Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in his corruption trial, facing charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. He denies wrongdoing, claiming political motivation, while managing the ongoing Gaza war and facing an ICC arrest warrant for alleged war crimes.
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India is expected to receive above-normal southwest monsoon rainfall this year, according to the IMD's forecast. This is crucial for agriculture, boosting Kharif crops and the rural economy. While some regions may experience below-normal rainfall, most of the country, including the monsoon core zone, is likely to receive ample precipitation, potentially exceeding 91 cm.
A retired Army guard allegedly killed his wife, dismembered, and disposed of her body in a lake in Hyderabad. The crime came to light after the wife's family reported her missing. Police are investigating the case as a missing person but suspect murder. Efforts to trace the remains are ongoing, and the suspect faces imminent arrest.
Maharashtra has suspended issuance of birth and death certificates applied for over a year old amid investigations into thousands of suspected fraudulent claims by Bangladeshi and Rohingya immigrants. The policy change follows BJP allegations and the formation of a probe team by the state home department.
Janata Dal (United) criticized Rahul Gandhi for his silence on the caste census issue during opposition meetings despite criticizing Bihar's caste survey. JD(U) accused Congress of hypocrisy and questioned why the Karnataka government has not released its caste data. The Bihar CM, Nitish Kumar, was noted for actively supporting caste census for social justice.
Aaron Rodgers' prolonged indecision regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers' contract offer has sparked humorous reactions, including trolling from former teammate David Bakhtiari. As Rodgers remains non-committal, the Steelers are exploring options like Shedeur Sanders in the upcoming NFL Draft. Rodgers' philosophical approach contrasts with the Steelers' urgency to secure their quarterback future, creating a tense waiting game.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced that Amy Coleman will replace Kathleen Hogan as Chief People Officer, with Hogan moving to EVP, Office of Strategy and Transformation. This leadership change comes as the company rethinks its performance review process and navigates significant industry changes during the AI era.
Badar Khan Suri's petition said he had no criminal record and had not been charged with a crime. His wife Mapheze Saleh was the reason Suri was targeted, the petition said adding that Saleh allegedly had ties with Hamas and once worked for Al Jazeera. Saleh's father Ahmed Yousef was reportedly a senior political adviser to the Hamas leadership. A Wikipedia page on Ahmed Yousef described him as the disciple of the founder of Hamas, Sheikh Ahmed Yasin. It describes Yousef as Hamas' gate to the... Expand
Salman Rushdie's banned book "The Satanic Verses" is now available in limited stock at a Delhi bookstore. The ban, imposed in 1988, ended as the Delhi High Court noted the absence of the notification. Rushdie's controversial novel remains highly debated globally, and its release has reignited discussions on free speech and artistic expression.
Since the Maha Kumbh began on January 13 in Prayagraj, 54 devotees have died due to health issues and an additional 30 pilgrims lost their lives in the Mauni Amavasya stampede. The extreme weather conditions and acute oxygen shortages likely contributed to these fatalities. However, 13 babies were born at the event's Central Hospital.