Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar made a comment about Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ wife. He called attention to her Instagram activity. This remark was termed sexist and is seen as improper for a leader advocating national reforms. The incident has displeased BJP leaders and ignited discussions on political discourse limits.
Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted massive raids across 23 locations in poll bound Maharashtra and neighboring Gujarat on Thursday. This was done as part of an investigation into a money laundering case involving a Malegaon-based trader. The trader allegedly used fake documents and fake KYC details to open numerous bank accounts, which facilitated transactions worth over […]
Elon Musk accused NATO official Admiral Rob Bauer of Orwellian tendencies after Bauer criticized Musk’s approach to free speech on X. In response to Bauer’s comments on disinformation and social media influence, Musk posted, “Make Orwell Fiction Again!” This exchange follows Musk’s new appointment by Trump to lead a U.S. government efficiency initiative aimed at [&...
Indian stock markets ended the week’s last trading session in the negative territory. The market will remain closed on Friday, on account of Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti. Sensex shed 110.64 points or 0.14% to settle at 77,580.31. Similarly, Nifty ended at 23,532.70, down 26.35 points or 0.11%. In broader markets, Smallcap and […]
“Matka” is an average watch, offering a few passable thrills but a predictable and routine storyline. The period drama fails to make a significant impact, with a lack of strong engagement. However, Varun Tej’s sincere performance emerges as the film’s only redeeming quality, providing some depth to an otherwise bland narrative. The movie doesn’t leave […]
Scientists have discovered the largest coral structure near the Solomon Islands, measuring 34 meters wide and 32 meters long. Estimated to be 300 years old, the “mega coral” is three times larger than the previous record-holder. This remarkable find thrives in deeper waters untouched by warming seas that have damaged other reefs, including the Great […]
A French bettor, identified only as Theo, earned $85 million from a series of wagers on Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction platform, betting on Donald Trump’s election victory. The man placed $70 million in bets, later cashing out with a hefty profit. Polymarket, operating offshore, is under scrutiny after an FBI raid on its CEO’s home […]
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking to require doctors to inform patients of all potential side effects of prescribed drugs. The plea, challenging a Delhi High Court ruling, argued for patient awareness to prevent medical negligence claims. The bench noted the impracticality of the request, citing the variability of prescriptions and the burden on […]
Venkatesh and Anil Ravipudi reunite for “Sankranthiki Vasthunnaam,” a gripping triangular crime drama set for a Sankranthi release. Departing from their usual family themes, the film promises fresh narrative. Veteran composer Ramana Gogula returns after 18 years to lend his voice for the first single, “Godari Gattumeeda,” composed by Bheems Ceciroleo and written by Bhask...
The Commonwealth of Dominica will award PM Modi its highest distinction, the Dominica Award of Honour, for his support during the COVID-19 pandemic and his contributions to healthcare, education, and climate resilience. The award will be presented at the India-CARICOM Summit in Guyana, November 2024, recognizing India’s role in regional cooperation and sustainable development.
Boeing will begin layoffs soon, cutting 10% of its workforce, approximately 17,000 employees, in an effort to improve efficiency after crises, including a major accident and a strike. With Seattle’s low unemployment and a booming space industry, Boeing faces competition from SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Amazon for skilled workers as aerospace talent becomes highly sought […]
BJP MP Ashok Chavan said the slogan “batenge to katenge” is not in good taste and irrelevant and the people will not appreciate it. Chavan also said he doesn’t attach much importance to “vote jihad-dharma yuddha” rhetoric. He added that BJP and Mahayuti’s policy is development of the country and Maharashtra. Notably, UP CM Yogi […]
Priyank Kharge, son of Mallikarjun Kharge, responded to Yogi Adityanath’s remarks about the Razakar attack on his family seven decades ago. He clarified that he did not politicize the incident and emphasized that the actions of the Razakars should not be blamed on the entire Muslim community. Adityanath had earlier urged Mallikarjun Kharge to share […]
In Telangana, a district collector was assaulted by farmers amid rising tensions over land acquisition. The BJP accused the Revanth-led government of forcibly seizing farmland, while the BRS party claimed the land was being acquired to benefit the Chief Minister’s son. The incident has intensified political controversy and debates surrounding the land acquisition process.
The Madurai bench of Madras High Court rejected Kasturi Shankar’s anticipatory bail plea over her derogatory remarks about the Telugu-speaking community in Tamil Nadu. The court noted her comments were unwarranted. Kasturi defended her statements, claiming they were aimed at exposing DMK’s hypocrisy. She apologized, clarifying that she did not intend to demean the community.