A 65-year-old Dalit man, suffering from illness, was allegedly forced to lick his own urine and clean temple stairs in Lucknow after an accident. The jewellery shop owner, Swami Kant, was arrested following a complaint. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for stringent action against caste-based humiliation.
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Priyanka Chopra celebrated Diwali with family and friends, including Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie, sharing heartwarming moments of rituals and festivities on Instagram. She expressed joy in introducing the festival's beauty to newcomers, highlighting the gathering of loved ones and the hope it signifies. Chopra also recommended her film 'Dil Dhadakne Do' for those new to Bollywood.
India's ODI cricket team has arrived in Australia for a three-match series, featuring stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma under new captain Shubman Gill. This marks their first international appearance since the Champions Trophy win. The series begins Sunday in Perth, with subsequent matches in Adelaide and Sydney, followed by a T20 series.
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Electric vehicle adoption in India is accelerating, with sales nearly doubling in the first half of FY26 compared to the previous year. EVs now represent around 5% of total passenger vehicle sales, up from 2.6%. Major players like JSW MG Motor and Tata Motors are leading this surge, with luxury brands also reporting significant growth in their green car offerings.
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Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is set for a politically charged phase as the Election Committee announces the 2025-26 JNUSU election schedule. Polling on November 4 will decide key student leadership positions amid heightened campus activity. Media speculation suggests a fiercely contested election, with alliances and manifestos reflecting both campus concerns and broader socio-political currents.