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A self-styled godman, Ashok Kharat, has been arrested for allegedly exploiting women using claims of divine power and threats of death or defamation. Investigators revealed he used superstition and rituals to extort money and sexually assault victims.
Indian embassy urged its nationals in Iran to remain indoors ‘where they are’ for 48 hours, avoiding specific installations, following escalating regional tensions. The advisory emphasizes staying put, especially in Embassy-hired hotels, and maintaining contact with embassy teams. This comes amid heightened warnings and reported strikes targeting key Iranian infrastructure.
Leema Rose Martin, AIADMK’s Lalgudi candidate, is the wealthiest contender in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. She declared assets totaling approximately Rs 1,049.56 crore. Her affidavit reveals significant movable and immovable properties. Martin’s husband and son also have substantial declared assets. The candidate faces pending criminal cases, some related to tax and money laundering
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks about Kerala voters being “educated and clever” and unlike those in Gujarat have drawn sharp criticism from the BJP. Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor responded by urging a higher standard of political discourse, stating that “our standards should not be lowered to that of those who use bad language.”
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.
Rajya Sabha chairman CP Radhakrishnan has rejected the opposition’s motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He stated that while the allegations are relevant for political discussion, they do not meet the constitutional threshold for removal proceedings. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha also dismissed a similar notice.
Assam Police searched Congress leader Pawan Khera’s Delhi residence in connection with allegations against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and his family. Electronic devices and “incriminating material” were seized. Khera was not found, with Sarma claiming he fled to Hyderabad. Congress accuses the CM of misusing state machinery.
