A Pocso court in Arunachal Pradesh has sentenced former hostel warden Yumken Bagra to death for sexually assaulting 21 children. Co-convicts, ex-headmaster Singtung Yorpen and Hindi teacher Marbom Ngomdir Tapir, were given 20-year jail terms. The case came to light when two sisters reported the abuse in November 2022, leading to multiple arrests.
Read MoreAustralian filmmaker David Bradbury, known for documenting anti-nuclear protests in Tamil Nadu, was detained and deported from Chennai airport upon arrival with his children. While the reason remains unconfirmed, it is suspected to be linked to his documentary work. His children continued their planned trip before reuniting with him in Milan.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi motivated BJP workers in Haryana to strive hard for the upcoming elections, predicting a third term victory. He criticized Congress for corruption and poor governance while emphasizing BJP’s achievements in employment. Modi outlined key strategies focusing on voter outreach, digital engagement, and community initiatives to ensure success.
Read MoreThe ministerial panel on GST rationalisation has discussed proposals for adjusting rates on over 100 items and merging the 12% and 18% slabs. The fitment committee will analyse the impact, potentially reducing rates for common goods and increasing them for luxury items. Further discussions are scheduled in Delhi later this month.
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