Tennessee’s plan to expand private school vouchers in 2026 hangs in the balance, awaiting budget projections. Governor Lee highlighted strong demand, with applications far exceeding available spots. Lawmakers are now weighing K-12 funding and voucher allocations, with revenue trends significantly influencing the final decision on how many families can access private school options.
Two men from Balangir district were arrested by CBI in Jaipur for impersonating high-ranking officials and demanding a bribe. They were caught accepting Rs 18 lakh to prevent a company CEO’s arrest in a GST raid. Subsequent searches revealed Rs 3.7 crore in cash, gold, property documents, and luxury vehicles.
Shocking infidelity rumours are swirling around Chris Evans just weeks after he and wife Alba Baptista welcomed their first child. Blind items on social media allege a Boston-based A-list actor, whose wife recently gave birth, was seen with a mystery brunette on multiple occasions. The speculation has intensified online, with fans expressing disbelief.
Former NBA star Michael Ray Richardson has died at 70 in Oklahoma. He was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. Richardson was a four-time All-Star and played for the New York Knicks. His career was impacted by substance abuse, leading to a lifetime ban from the league. He also coached basketball after his playing days.
Bihar’s second phase of assembly elections saw a high voter turnout, particularly in the Seemanchal region, despite a security alert. Districts like Katihar and Kishanganj recorded impressive polling percentages, with key constituencies witnessing intense contests between major political alliances and candidates.
Eight high-altitude polling booths within Sunabeda wildlife sanctuary recorded 70% turnout in the Nuapada bypoll. Central forces ensured smooth voting for nearly 4,000 voters, with polling parties airlifted out due to terrain and security concerns. No Maoist-related incidents were reported during the electioneering or polling.
After Dekha Kya? won Best Documentary and Best Director (Documentary Short) at Cannes, filmmaker Aditya Bhasin reflects on the film’s journey and how global acclaim has strengthened their commitment to tell meaningful stories.
A 22-year-old married woman, Mikki Devi, was shot dead in Bhojpur district, with tensions high in her village following election-related clashes. While returning from a market, she was fatally shot, and her death has led to protests and road blockades by angry villagers demanding justice.
Voters in 22 villages within the Valmiki Tiger Reserve boycotted polls, ending decades of loyalty to the NDA. They cited a lack of basic amenities like all-weather roads, healthcare, and electricity, despite previous loyal voting. The boycott was a unified decision, driven by unmet needs and a desire for tangible development.
In a significant democratic milestone, the first-ever polling station at Prathmik Vidyalaya, Chormara, recorded an encouraging 41.55% voter turnout. This remote village, once Maoist-affected, celebrated the return of voting after nearly 25 years, with residents expressing joy and faith in the electoral process.
