Long before electoral arithmetic began to matter, the Ezhavas were fighting for something more fundamental. Recognition, dignity and access. In 1896, a petition signed by 13,176 members of the community was submitted to the Travancore maharaja, protesting their exclusion from government jobs. It was not merely a grievance letter. It was an early articulation of
States and Union Territories are directed to double the daily supply of 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers, ensuring targeted distribution with Oil Marketing Company support. The Centre assures a stable overall LPG supply, dismissing reports of shortages at petrol pumps and LPG distributors. Over 6.75 lakh 5-kg cylinders have been sold since March 23.
Pakistan is repaying a $3.5 billion loan to the UAE, citing the ally’s “need and helplessness” amid regional conflicts and financial commitments. Senator Mushahid Hussain highlighted historical ties and Pakistan’s role in the UAE’s development. He also cautioned Islamabad about the UAE’s significant Indian population, warning against potential integration into “Akhand Bharat.”
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged public devotion to cows, suggesting it would end slaughter, drawing parallels to the Ram Temple movement. He advocated for supporting cow shelters and emphasized that public sentiment drives systemic change. Bhagwat also expressed confidence in India becoming a global leader, guided by spiritual values and compassion.
Google is enhancing its Gemini chatbot to better identify users in distress and connect them with mental health resources. The AI will now offer a one-touch interface for crisis support and a redesigned module for general mental health information. Google is also funding global crisis helplines and integrating Gemini into training tools for sensitive conversations.
Indian equity benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty, staged a strong intraday recovery to close higher on Tuesday. Easing crude oil prices, positive global cues, and robust buying in IT stocks fueled the rebound. Despite initial weakness, markets ended firmly in the green, with IT stocks leading the gains.
The right-arm medium-fast bowler was taken to a nearby hospital for checks. The Geo Super report said that Mir Hamza Sajjad is now conscious and stable. As a precaution, a CT scan will be done to check for any injury.
