The Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed a plea seeking immediate arrest and court-monitored investigation of a political leader accused of hate speech. The court ruled that directing arrests and micromanaging investigations encroaches on police powers. It emphasized that dissatisfaction with investigation pace doesn’t warrant extraordinary writ jurisdiction.
South Africa opted against enforcing the follow-on, leading by a substantial 288 runs. India, bowled out for 201, saw a late fightback from Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav. Marco Jansen was the standout bowler for the Proteas with six wickets, while Simon Harmer chipped in with three.
Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed on Sania Mirza’s podcast how childhood bullying over his weight fuels his protective parenting of twins Yash and Roohi. He admits to anxieties about societal pressures and social media impacting them, even altering his style to prevent embarrassment. Johar grapples with shielding them from his own past trauma, a common parental…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu mourned the passing of veteran actor Dharmendra, hailing his “end of an era” contribution to Indian cinema. The 89-year-old actor, known as the ‘He-Man of Bollywood’, leaves behind a legacy of over 300 films and memorable performances.
Islam Makhachev expressed grave concern over Tagir Ulanbekov’s grueling weight cut for UFC Qatar, calling it the worst he’d witnessed. Makhachev observed Ulanbekov was visibly drained, struggling with swelling and breathing from the fight’s outset, performing at only half capacity. The welterweight champion even considered stopping the bout due to his teammate’s condition.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) successfully organized a marathon in Raipur, drawing over 1,200 participants to raise cancer awareness and promote healthy living. The event, themed ‘Run for Health, War Against Cancer,’ featured an energetic start and emphasized the importance of exercise and prevention.
A fire erupted in a Ghatkopar chawl, injuring six people, including four children. The blaze, which started in a small room, was confined to electrical items and a leaking LPG cylinder. Two adults are in critical condition, while the children sustained stable burns.
New research suggests artificial sweeteners, commonly found in diet drinks and sugar-free products, may impact brain health. Studies indicate a link between higher intake and reduced cognitive performance, resembling accelerated brain aging. Scientists are exploring how these sweeteners influence inflammation, gut bacteria, and neural pathways, urging caution despite regulatory approval for other health aspects.
A Haryana preacher, Maulvi Ishtiyaq, detained in connection with a terror module, focused on recovering six months of unpaid rent for storing explosives. He claimed he was told the materials were ‘fertilisers’ and was owed Rs 2,500 monthly. His concern for rent offered a bizarre contrast to the gravity of the situation.
Gold is poised for continued strength, acting as a safe haven against global turmoil. HSBC highlights robust demand from central banks and retail investors, driven by economic and geopolitical uncertainties. Despite a recent dip from record highs, the precious metal has stabilized, with expectations of further gains fueled by potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts…
