Naveen calls BJP ‘candidate thief’, claims he was betrayed; BJP hits back
Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik accused BJP of being ‘candidate thieves’ and committing ‘betrayal’ by inducting Jay Dholakia for the Nuapada bypoll. Patnaik alleged BJP halted Odisha’s development and failed on promises. Dholakia countered, stating BJD betrayed his late father’s legacy, prompting his move to BJP. State BJP chief challenged Patnaik to address neglected areas.
2002 Nitish Katara murder case: No jail beyond fixed term, rules Supreme Court; slams delay in releasing prisoners
The Supreme Court of India has mandated the immediate release of convicts across all states and union territories who have completed their court-mandated sentences, provided they are not implicated in other cases. This directive follows the court’s concern about prisoners being detained beyond their sentence terms. The order was issued during the case of Sukhdev…
Trump’s $500 million fraud fine axed: NY appeals court cites excessive penalty; injunctions remain intact
A New York appeals court overturned the $500 million civil fraud penalty against Donald Trump, deeming it excessive under the Eighth Amendment. While upholding non-financial sanctions, the court found the penalty unconstitutionally large. Eric Trump hailed the decision as a “total victory,” but both sides retain the option to appeal the ruling.
From human-like molars to bright orange incisors: 5 animals with the weirdest teeth
Nature showcases bizarre dental adaptations for survival. Nutria boasts bright orange, iron-fortified teeth, while goosanders sport tooth-edged beaks for gripping fish. Sheepshead fish possess human-like incisors for crushing shells. Naked mole rats use prominent incisors for digging, sealing their lips to avoid swallowing soil. Deep-sea dragonfish wield transparent, needle-like fangs, making them formidable hunters in…
‘Coolie’ smashes into U.S. Top 5 openings for Indian films
Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ has made a sensational debut at the U.S. box office, grossing USD 3.95 million on its opening Thursday, securing the fifth-biggest opening day for an Indian film in the U.S. Trade analysts predict a strong USD 6 million to USD 8 million four-day opening weekend in North America. However, with a breakeven point…
Who is Paul Ingrassia? Donald Trump’s nominee to lead Special Counsel office withdraws over racist texts flap
President Trump’s nominee for federal watchdog, Paul Ingrassia, withdrew his candidacy after “racist and pro-Nazi” texts were leaked. Ingrassia’s comments, including disparaging remarks about Martin Luther King Jr. and Asian individuals, led to Republican senators withdrawing their support, forcing his withdrawal from the confirmation hearing.
Tejashwi’s ‘one government job in every home’ promise? It could take Bihar 119 years
Tejashwi Yadav’s 2025 election promise outnumbers the central government’s entire workforce seven times over. It’s a tough sell
‘Pritham’ initiative plays a key role in Thalassemia prevention, says Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar
The ‘Pritham’ initiative is raising awareness about Thalassemia prevention. Hospitals contributing to this cause were honored with Pritham Sanman awards. The campaign offers free Thalassemia testing for pregnant women. This collaborative effort aims to create a Thalassemia-free society. Healthcare institutions are urged to join this vital mission.
6 new bat species discovered in the Philippines, revealing a global biodiversity hotspot
Six new tube-nosed bat species have been discovered in the Philippines, underscoring the nation’s rich, underexplored biodiversity. These small, ecologically vital bats, identified through morphological and genetic analysis, highlight the critical need for forest conservation. Their existence reinforces the Philippines’ status as a global biodiversity hotspot, with much more potentially awaiting discovery.