Stabbed, buried, covered up: How Hyderabad teen, lover killed mother who opposed affair
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Businessman on cycle killed as car ‘driven by 17-year-old’ hits him near Mumbai
A 42-year-old businessman was killed on Kalyan’s incomplete Ring Road after being hit by a speeding car allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy. The boy fled the scene but was apprehended later. The victim’s brother highlighted the victim’s new cycling habit for fitness, while locals expressed concern over speeding and stunts on the unfinished road.
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Banks tap costly funds as credit outpaces deposits
Indian banks face a growing funding gap as credit expansion outpaces deposit growth. Lenders are turning to certificates of deposit, a wholesale funding source, to meet loan demand. This shift reflects changing household savings patterns and strong credit appetite across various sectors. Banks are also reallocating capital from government securities to support lending activities.
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PDP MLA’s bill proposing new divisions, districts in J&K faces flak from NC, BJP
PDP legislator Waheed Parra’s bill proposing 16 new districts and two divisions in J&K has drawn sharp criticism. The ruling NC called it a sabotage attempt to undermine sub-region empowerment, while the BJP alleged it aligns with Pakistan’s ISI agenda to create a ‘Greater Kashmir’ by dividing Jammu.
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Parliament passes bill to amend transgender law; two members of council for TG persons quit in protest
Parliament passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill 2026, sparking immediate resignations from two National Council for Transgender Persons members protesting the lack of community consultation. The bill removes self-perceived gender identity, introducing a medical board for transgender certificates, a move critics deem regressive and a step backward for fundamental rights.
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Jury tells Meta and Google: You failed to warn users about risks of using Instagram and YouTube
A California jury found Meta and YouTube liable for a young woman’s mental health struggles, deeming their platform designs negligent. The verdict, which assigns 70% liability to Meta and 30% to YouTube, marks a significant legal shift, potentially reshaping the tech industry’s accountability for user well-being. Punitive damages are now being considered.
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J&K admin defends ban on books in HC, says ‘secessionist’ in nature
Jammu and Kashmir administration defended its ban on 25 Kashmir-related books in high court, citing state security and public order. The government also justified the legal provision used for the ban. Petitioners challenging the order have been given time to respond. The full bench will hear the case.
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I eat non-veg even on Ugadi and Shivaratri: CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah sparked debate by stating he eats non-vegetarian food on festival days like Ugadi and Maha Shivaratri, asserting personal belief over ritual. He also explained presenting the budget before an inauspicious time was a family and official suggestion, a rare deviation from his usual disregard for such beliefs.