Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hailed the defeat of the Delimitation Bill as a victory for democracy, accusing the Centre of a conspiracy to alter the federal structure. The bill, which proposed women’s reservation linked to delimitation, failed to secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. Opposition parties, while supporting women’s reservation in principle, opposed its
Close associate of jailed godman Ashok Kharat and his wife were killed in a road accident on the Samruddhi Expressway. Their 14-year-old son was seriously injured. The fatal crash has sparked suspicion from opposition leaders, though police are treating it as an accident.
The Budget Session of Parliament concluded sine die after the women’s reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, falling short of the required two-thirds majority. The government also deferred the contentious delimitation proposal amid Opposition pushback, ending the session on a politically charged note.
Nashik police are searching for a 26-year-old TCS employee accused of religious harassment at work. Her husband, detained in Mumbra, stated a relative took her to Nashik. The woman, now a co-accused in multiple cases, plans to seek anticipatory bail citing pregnancy. The SIT has deployed teams to locate her.
Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile has become a focal point in a global power contest, with the US, China, and Russia vying for influence. Tehran insists the material will not be handed over, despite US claims of an impending agreement for its recovery. This dispute highlights the complex political and strategic stakes surrounding Iran’s nuclear program.
Iran is planning to implement new transit fees to regulate ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz, requiring prior coordination with Iranian authorities for passage. While “friendly” vessels will be permitted, “hostile military vessels” from the US and Israel will be denied entry. Iran asserts its sole control over the strait’s management and security.
Cricket star Virat Kohli’s recent ‘like’ on German model LizLaz’s photo has gone viral, sparking social media buzz. Laz, surprised by the attention, expressed gratitude and admitted to being an RCB fan. This incident echoes a similar past event involving another influencer, prompting Kohli to issue a clarification about algorithmic errors.
The US has extended a sanctions waiver on Russian oil purchases, offering temporary relief for countries importing crude. This move allows for continued procurement of Russian oil, particularly beneficial for India which relies heavily on imports and has increased its intake amid Middle East supply pressures. The waiver provides a crucial window for India to
A bizarre selection mix-up in the Pakistan Super League saw a replacement player feature alongside the one he was meant to replace. Quetta Gladiators mistakenly included both Dinesh Chandimal and Bevon Jacobs in their Playing XI due to a late illness to Tom Curran, causing social media outrage.
Despite Iran and the US announcing the Strait of Hormuz has reopened, shipping remains uncertain. While some vessels attempted passage, many turned back. The International Maritime Organization seeks clarification on safety, and the US maintains its blockade, complicating full resumption of normal traffic through this vital oil route.
