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The Supreme Court of India issued notice on a CBI appeal challenging the Kerala High Court acquittal of police officials in the 2005 Udayakumar custodial death case, where earlier convictions for murder, conspiracy and torture were overturned
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The Supreme Court refused to grant protection from arrest to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case related to allegations against Assam Chief Minister’s wife. The court asked him to approach a competent court in Assam for anticipatory bail
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Karnataka has made nature guides mandatory for trekking on forest routes under a new SOP. The move aims to improve safety following recent incidents, with rules on registration, group size, communication, and environmental protection measures for trekkers
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The Delhi High Court ruled that EWS candidates cannot claim age or attempt relaxations equal to SC/ST/OBC groups, stating economic disadvantage differs from caste-based discrimination, and upheld existing UPSC policies and related government notifications
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Four Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jharkhand’s Hazaribag district. The operation was launched following a tip-off in a forest area. No security personnel were injured, and identities of the Maoists are being established
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A close aide of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat and his wife were killed after their car hit a stationary truck on the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra. Their son was injured. Police have registered a case and launched a crash analysis
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A Bengaluru special court sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni to life imprisonment for conspiring in BJP leader Yogesh Gowda’s murder, awarding compensation to the victim’s family and convicting multiple accused after a prolonged Central Bureau of Investigation probe
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The Income Tax Department conducted raids at premises linked to TMC MLA Debashis Kumar and Miraj Shah in Kolkata ahead of Assembly polls. The TMC termed the action politically motivated, while officials said it was part of a probe into unaccounted money
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Modernisation works at Khammam Agricultural Market are progressing slowly despite significant funding. Former AMC Chairman Gundala Krishna alleged lack of planning, design flaws, and inadequate infrastructure, warning of future transport issues and urging better facilities for farmers
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The National Human Rights Commission issued notices to Maharashtra authorities and Tata Consultancy Services over alleged sexual exploitation and forced conversion at its Nashik office, seeking detailed reports on FIRs, POSH compliance and internal mechanisms
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Hundreds of parents protested at Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, demanding rollback of fee hike and a fee freeze. They alleged decline in standards, lack of transparency, and threatened to withhold fees until management addressed their concerns
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DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said strict enforcement of traffic rules will be the next step to reduce road accidents. He highlighted the impact of the Arrive Alive programme, stressed helmet and seat belt use, and warned against drunk driving
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BRS leader Vemula Prashanth Reddy alleged that the State government filed illegal cases against farmers and party workers demanding farm loan waiver implementation. He claimed many eligible farmers were left out and warned of protests if the issue was not addressed
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India welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, with MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal backing peace efforts, while noting due process on designating Hamas as a terror outfit amid regional tensions.
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Vigilance and Enforcement officials inspected the Sub-Registrar office in Mancherial following bribery allegations. Transactions were verified, while document writers shut shops. Officials are suspected of collecting large sums to register assets in illegal layouts
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Candescent has launched a new technology centre in Hyderabad, expanding its presence in India. The facility will support growth across engineering and product teams, with Hyderabad engineers playing a key role in platform development and long-term strategy
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Tata Consultancy Services has suspended employee Nida Khan, named as the main accused in a religious conversion-related case in Nashik. The company termed it an interim measure pending investigation, as authorities continue to probe the allegations
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The Gujarat High Court dismissed the Asaram Ashram Trust appeal in a Motera land dispute, upholding government action to reclaim over 45,000 sq m citing violations, clearing the way for possession near Narendra Modi Stadium.
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Indian equity markets ended higher on Friday, with Nifty and Sensex gaining amid cautious optimism ahead of US-Iran talks. Broader markets outperformed, while easing geopolitical tensions and sectoral gains supported investor sentiment despite ongoing global uncertainties
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Global tech layoffs have crossed 80,000 in the first quarter of 2026 and may exceed 3 lakh this year, driven by AI-led restructuring. Major firms like Oracle, Amazon and Meta are leading job cuts amid cost optimisation efforts
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The Delhi High Court will pass orders to protect actor Allu Arjun’s personality rights amid concerns over unauthorised commercial use and AI-generated misuse. The case highlights growing legal battles by celebrities against digital exploitation of identity and likeness.
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Devendra Fadnavis said authorities will bust a module behind alleged sexual harassment and forced conversion at Tata Consultancy Services Nashik unit, with arrests made and central agencies assisting the ongoing multi-case investigation
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The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh raids in Nashik against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat in a money laundering probe, seizing documents and digital evidence linked to alleged benami properties, financial fraud and exploitation allegations.
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Hussain Sagar lake is emitting a strong foul odour as rising summer temperatures trigger heavy algal bloom. BPPA has intensified bioremediation using microbial solutions and plans additional measures, including speed boats, while restoration equipment remains unused pending operations begin soon.
