A heated exchange on Instagram led to a physical confrontation between two individuals in Noida's Sector 53, which ended in a man being run over by a Mahindra Thar driver. The incident, captured on video, has raised concerns about safety in public places. According to officials, the fight started over comments on social media and escalated into a fatal clash on the street, with the driver intentionally hitting the victim with his car before fleeing the scene. A case has been registered and investigations are ongoing.
Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, praised Israel's recent military strikes on Iran, calling it one of the most impressive operations in Israeli history. He also expressed appreciation for President Trump's support and urged the Iranian regime to make a deal to avoid further violence and bloodshed. President Trump himself stated in an interview that he anticipated Israel's strike and gave Iran a set timeframe to agree to a revised nuclear agreement, indicating that the US is still open to future negotiations.
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi completes one year of his third term, the BJP has launched a nationwide campaign highlighting the government's achievements. On one hand, the BJP claims success in poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, and economic growth, while on the other hand, the opposition raises concerns about divisiveness, unemployment, and alleged misuse of institutions. As experts come together on Rajdeep Sardesai's show, they discuss the hits and misses of Modi 3.0 and the challenges that lie ahead for the Modi government.
A retired Indian Army officer and television commentator, Major Gaurav Arya, has sparked a diplomatic row between India and Iran after calling the Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, a "son of a pig" during a YouTube broadcast. The Islamophobic slur has received widespread backlash, with the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi responding sharply. Arya's remarks have been criticized for inciting religious tension and undermining the long-standing culture of hospitality in Iranian diplomacy.
The Karnataka High Court has rejected the appeals filed by Uber India, Ola, and Rapido, effectively allowing for the state to halt bike taxi services starting June 16. The court ruled that unless the state government issues specific guidelines under the Motor Vehicles Act, these services cannot continue. The aggregators argue that current rules already cover bike taxis, but the court has asked for objections from both state and Union governments before the next hearing. With no interim relief, services are expected to be suspended.
In a recent council meeting, East Palestine Village Council passed an emergency ordinance to enter into an agreement with MS Consultants for a new safety complex funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The complex will combine the village's police station, fire department, and emergency services. Additionally, council held the first reading to extend park hours and allow for tent camping as proposed by village manager Antonio Diaz-Guy. The project, which costs approximately $47,000, aims to create a new source of revenue for the village and address the lack of lodging opportunities. Council also made decisions regarding the village's indigent burial policy and junk car ordinance. Stay tuned for updates on these developments.
After being indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the 2024 shooting death of his child's mother, 25-year-old Connor Macleod has decided to plead guilty to manslaughter. The plea deal, which was negotiated between his public defender and the state Attorney General's Office, includes a sentence of 10-26 years in prison with a possibility of a year reduction for good behavior. Macleod's case has sparked controversy and debates on gun control and domestic violence issues in the local community.
In a move towards improving the quality of education in the state, the Odisha government has regularised the services of 9,200 junior teachers engaged in primary and upper primary schools under the Samagra Shiksha scheme. These teachers will now be entitled to various benefits, including free uniforms, textbooks, and special training for out-of-school children. Meanwhile, as part of the scheme, the Union Education Minister has announced a release of Rs 7,622 crore for states and UTs, while the Mizoram government is seeking a revision of salary for teachers employed under the Centres Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.
The former Chief Minister of Gujarat and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Vijay Rupani, was onboard the ill-fated Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad while taking off. He was returning from London and his e-ticket and seat details have been released. Rupani served as Gujarat's 16th CM for two terms and has had a long political career, serving in various roles such as Minister of Transport and Labour & Employment under Anandiben Patel's term as CM.
A Hindu organisation based in Bhopal has appealed to the Muslim community to celebrate an eco-friendly Bakrid by sacrificing clay models of goats instead of actual animals. The head of the organisation highlighted the importance of protecting the environment and urged for cooperation between Hindus and Muslims. However, this appeal has been met with criticism from a legal advisor of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind in Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, a Maharashtra minister has also accused animal activists and environmentalists of being biased and only targeting Hindu festivals.
In the midst of a family feud, Tej Pratap Yadav, the disowned son of Indian politician Lalu Prasad Yadav, posted a cryptic message on social media ahead of his father's 78th birthday. The post, which included a portrait of Lalu, did not directly mention the occasion but hinted at a possible reconciliation between the father and son. This comes after Tej's explosive Facebook post last month revealing a 12-year relationship, which caused a rift within the family.