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Afternoon briefing: Kharge's attack over Manipur violence, relief for Union MoS in defamation case; all the latest news
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP government for the prolonged tensions and violence in Manipur. Kharge blamed the saffron party for the violence and called Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh "incompetent," urging PM Modi to remove him as a first step in controlling further turmoil. The tensions in Manipur escalated following the disappearance and subsequent killing of two students from the Meitei community.
UP police arrest cow slaughter accused after exchange of fire with cops in Meerut
Police in Meerut arrested Ahsan, a suspect in a cow slaughter case, after an exchange of gunfire during a patrol. Ahsan was shot in the leg and apprehended, with a country-made pistol recovered. He has 19 prior cases against him related to cow slaughter and firearms across multiple districts.
Political parties aren’t workplaces, POSH Act can’t apply: Supreme Court
Supreme Court refuses to treat political parties as workplaces under POSH Act, ruling that party members aren't employees and lack an employment relationship, thus cannot seek sexual harassment protections through workplace laws.
Acharya Devvrat takes oath as Maharashtra governor
Acharya Devvrat was sworn in as the governor of Maharashtra on Monday, following his appointment by President Droupadi Murmu. The ceremony, attended by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and other officials, was conducted by Bombay High Court Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar. Devvrat, who has served as Gujarat's governor since 2019, holds advanced degrees in Hindi, History, and Naturopathy.
‘Time is critical’: Man killed in Delhi BMW crash; son questions why father was taken to hospital 17 km away
A BMW hit a finance ministry official's motorcycle in Delhi, killing him. His son questioned why his parents were taken 17 km away to a hospital, suspecting foul play. Police registered a case against the BMW driver under multiple sections.
Sex racket busted in Surat hotel, 13 Thai women rescued, 9 arrested
Surat police busted a sex racket in a hotel, rescuing 13 Thai women and arresting 9 people, including hotel staff and clients. The operation targeted a trafficking network masterminded by a previously arrested suspect, with investigations ongoing.
Mumbai monorail halts mid-ride in Wadala due to technical snag; passengers rescued
A monorail in Mumbai's Wadala area halted due to technical glitches, prompting the evacuation of passengers. No injuries were reported, but concerns were raised over recurring issues. This follows a previous incident where 582 passengers were rescued due to a power failure. Authorities urge the government to address these ongoing problems affecting the monorail service.
Train stuck on elevated track; monorail services disrupted in Mumbai again
Mumbai monorail services disrupted again due to technical glitch during heavy rain. 17 passengers rescued between Antop Hill and GTB Nagar. Authorities transferred passengers to another train and are working to restore normal services.
Indian Navy gets indigenous anti-submarine warfare ship to boost maritime prowess
The Indian Navy has received 'Androth', an indigenously-built anti-submarine warfare ship, enhancing its maritime capabilities amid increasing Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean. Delivered by Garden Reach Shipbuilders, 'Androth' is part of a series aimed at boosting anti-submarine and coastal surveillance. With over 80% indigenous content, it reflects India's commitment to self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Maoist carrying ₹1 crore bounty among 3 killed in encounter in Jharkhand
Three Maoists, including a Central Committee Member with a Rs 1 crore bounty, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district. Another Maoist was killed in Palamu district the previous day, wanted in 27 cases.
Most wanted Maoist among 3 Left-wing insurgents killed in Jharkhand: Police
Three Maoists, including a top insurgent with a ₹1 crore reward, were killed in a Jharkhand gunfight. This follows recent operations targeting Left-wing rebels, with the government aiming to eliminate Maoism by next year.
Truck worker abducted: Why former IAS trainee Puja Khedkar is in trouble again?
Puja Khedkar, a former IAS trainee, is under scrutiny after a truck helper was allegedly abducted and rescued from her Pune residence. Police are investigating the incident and her mother's involvement, following previous controversies about her UPSC candidature.
Heavy rain alert in Pune, Mumbai, IMD issues warning | Check weather forecast
IMD issues orange and yellow rain alerts for Pune, Mumbai, and surrounding areas. Expect heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds on Monday. Moderate to intense precipitation predicted, with potential waterlogging and localized disruptions.
Nano Banana trend: 10 tips and tricks to generate the best pics using Gemini AI
Nano Banana AI trend offers creative photo generation using Google Gemini. Tips include providing detailed prompts, using quality reference images, experimenting with styles, adding elements, specifying expressions, and maintaining facial consistency for realistic, personalized results.
Supreme Court to pronounce interim order on Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 today
Supreme Court to hear interim orders on Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, examining provisions related to property denotification, board composition, and government land status. Petitioners challenge law's constitutionality, while Centre defends it as a secular concept.
73-year-old Indian woman who has been in US for 33 years detained by ICE
The detention of 73-year-old Sikh woman Harjit Kaur by ICE has ignited outrage in her community. After over 30 years in the U.S. and regular check-ins with ICE, Kaur was detained during a routine visit. Her family and local leaders are protesting for her release, citing health concerns and her long-standing compliance with immigration regulations.
