You can’t force 15-year-old to become mom, Supreme Court tells AIIMS
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We halted ‘Op Sindoor’ on our own terms, prepared for long battle: Rajnath Singh; says ‘Sudarshan air defence a key example of exemplary AI application’
Defence minister Rajnath Singh asserted that India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ sent a strong global message, demonstrating a shift from mere diplomatic statements to powerful deterrence against terror. He identified Pakistan as the epicentre of international terrorism, emphasizing the need to address its ideological roots.
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UK: ‘Islamic sect’ members arrested following allegations of sexual abuse and slavery
Over 500 officers stormed an “Islamic sect” in Crewe, arresting 10 members, including their spiritual leader, for serious crimes like rape, sexual assault, and human trafficking. The raid targeted the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light headquarters. Police are investigating allegations of forced marriage and slavery reported by a former member.
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Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Pop icon Britney Spears faces charges in California for driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The 44-year-old star was arrested in March after being pulled over for erratic driving. She has since entered a substance abuse treatment facility. Spears’ arraignment is scheduled for Monday, though her appearance is not mandatory for this misdemeanor
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Jammu and Kashmir: FIR over ‘separatist’ content day after Iltija shares Geelani’s video on Urdu
J&K Police have filed an FIR against individuals for promoting separatist ideology online after PDP’s Iltija Mufti shared a video of late leader Syed Ali Geelani discussing the importance of Urdu. The police stated the content aimed to incite unlawful activities and undermine India’s integrity. This action follows Mufti’s protest against removing Urdu as a
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Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express
A new 20-coach Vande Bharat Express now connects Jammu and Srinagar directly, significantly cutting travel time to five hours. This direct rail link, a first for the two cities, will operate six days a week starting May 2.
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GOAT in Kashmir: Swiss Saanen sparks milk rush, but wait is long
Srinagar’s agricultural university has welcomed Swiss Saanen goats, sparking immense interest for their high milk yield with less feed. These docile animals, capable of producing five to six litres daily, are being studied for their adaptability to Kashmir’s climate and potential for crossbreeding with local breeds. Researchers believe they could revolutionize dairy farming, even for
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‘Don’t want to look 20 pounds heavier’: Trump on wearing bulletproof vest during dinner attack
President Trump dismissed reports of wearing a bulletproof vest, joking about the added weight. He acknowledged security considerations but expressed reluctance to appear overly protected. Trump stated he avoids dwelling on personal security threats to remain effective in his duties, following an attempted assassination at a White House event.
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11cm in 1 hour: Deluge could have filled 30,000 pools, two-thirds of Bengaluru’s lakes
Bengaluru experienced its wettest April day on Wednesday, with over 11cm of rain, equivalent to nearly 10% of its annual rainfall. This deluge, estimated at 20-22 million cubic metres, could have met the city’s water needs for a fortnight.
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‘Manipulation taking place’: Mamata Banerjee raises EVM concerns, vows ‘life and death’ fight before counting
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited a strong room, alleging EVM manipulation and obstruction by Central forces. She vowed to fight “life and death” against alleged bias by the Election Commission, despite exit polls favouring the BJP. The state saw record voter turnout amidst political tensions.