A 15-year-old boy from Udaipur died after being stabbed by a classmate over an old enmity. The incident led to communal tension and protests, forcing authorities to suspend internet services. Special security arrangements were made for the boy’s post-mortem and cremation to avoid further unrest, while the assailant and his father were detained.
Read MorePresident Joe Biden made an emotional appearance at the DNC in Chicago, introduced by his daughter Ashley, who highlighted his commitment to women’s rights. Ashley shared personal stories, emphasizing Biden’s values of fairness and resilience. Biden, moved by her words, embraced her on stage, reflecting on family loss and his dedication to service.
Read MoreThe Democratic National Convention began with President Joe Biden endorsing Kamala Harris while addressing a variety of issues including Trump and the Gaza conflict. Biden, in his farewell speech, expressed support for Harris’s campaign against Trump, emphasizing the need for preserving democracy. Key Democrats including Hillary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi were present, with Harris...
Read MoreChirag Paswan, BJP ally and Union minister, criticised the lateral entry move, stating it disregarded reservation policies for government appointments. He confirmed that his party opposed such appointments and pledged to raise the issue with the Centre, emphasising that reservation provisions must be followed, reflecting concerns about potential impacts on SCs, STs, and OBCs.
Read MoreThe Army held a top-level session led by General Upendra Dwivedi, attended by defence staff and veteran officers, to plan the transformation of the force into a modern, self-reliant unit by 2047. The goals include theater commands, HQ reorganizations, and enhancing multi-domain operational capabilities.
Read MoreA Delhi court discharged Nitin Bhatnagar in a money-laundering case involving Kamal Nath’s nephew Ratul Puri. The court criticized the Enforcement Directorate for failing to demonstrate Bhatnagar’s awareness of laundering activities due to his role as a relationship manager. Transactions from 2012-13 were cited, and the court also criticized reliance on Rajiv Saxena’s statements.
Read MoreCongress has called on the West Bengal government to address parents’ concerns in the R G Kar rape-murder case. Spokesperson Pawan Khera said that the parents’ questions deserved a sensitive response. This position comes amid tensions with ally Trinamool Congress, following Rahul Gandhi’s remarks suggesting mishandling of the case.
Read MoreTamil Nadu CM MK Stalin dismissed claims of potential alliance between DMK and BJP, despite praising Union defence minister Rajnath Singh. Singh’s visit and standing ovation for late DMK leader M Karunanidhi’s centenary were highlighted. Stalin reiterated DMK’s commitment to ideology over political convenience, refuting any suggestion of a secret alliance with BJP.
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