‘Nothing can undo the trauma’: Cassie Ventura responds to Diddy’s 50-month sentence; lawyer says she will ‘continue healing’

Cassie Ventura welcomed Sean “Diddy” Combs’ 50-month prison sentence for prostitution charges, acknowledging the lasting trauma he inflicted. Ventura, fearing retaliation, had urged the judge to consider victims’ experiences. Judge Subramanian condemned Combs’ pattern of abuse, while Combs issued an apology for his actions, calling his domestic violence a heavy burden.

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Bengaluru C-CAMP, ICARS launch AMR innovation challenge

C-CAMP, in collaboration with ICARS, has introduced the One Health AMR Challenge 2025 to combat antimicrobial resistance. The initiative will support up to 12 innovations with financial aid ranging from Rs 40 lakh to Rs 2 crore, alongside regulatory and market-readiness assistance. The challenge focuses on areas like respiratory infection detection, zoonotic diagnostics, and reducing…

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‘Came from a rich background’: When Sunita Ahuja’s father opposed her relationship with Govinda, did not attend the wedding

Despite decades of marriage and persistent rumours, Govinda and Sunita Ahuja remain a strong couple. Sunita’s parents initially disapproved of their union due to financial disparities, but she chose Govinda. Recently, Govinda affectionately described Sunita as “the child of the family,” highlighting her managing household responsibilities and his admiration for her honesty, even when blunt.

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Rural school kids use smartphones more for reels than for homework: What it tells about their screen-shaped adolescence

Rural school kids are reaching for smartphones more for reels than for homework, even though ASER data shows high digital fluency and significant study-use among teens. A separate study reveals why: Rural students use phones to ease isolation. On the other hand, urban students’ overuse stems from early, intense exposure, leading to very different psychological…

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Struck in ‘Rudra roop’: PM dedicates Op Sindoor success to Shiva; warns Pak with UP-made missiles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Varanasi visit, dedicated Operation Sindoor’s success to Lord Vishwanath, highlighting India’s firm stance against terrorism. He criticized opposition parties for questioning the operation’s timing and mourning the destruction of terrorist bases in Pakistan. Modi emphasized India’s growing defense capabilities, noting that missiles made in Uttar Pradesh will deter future…

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