Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has taken another swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi amid the controversy over actor Kriti Sanon’s outfit in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement. Ranaut reshared a BJP social media post targeting Gandhi’s “smash the patriarchy” remark and wrote, “Bro, wait. Bharat Mata ki Jay. Shuru karte hain.” The BJP post...
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DK Shivakumar reiterates opposition to delimitation, says South India’s voice could be weakened
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has reiterated his opposition to the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies, warning that a population-based redistribution of parliamentary seats could reduce the political influence of southern states. Speaking at the India Today Karnataka Roundtable, Shivakumar said states that had successfully implemented population-control measures should not face political disadvantages...
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Fake liquor factory busted in Gujarat’s Kutch after Bhavnagar hooch tragedy
Days after 13 people died in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district after consuming spurious liquor, police have uncovered a fake liquor manufacturing unit in Kutch and seized nearly 10,000 bottles. Three people have been detained in connection with the operation. Inspector General of Police, Border Range, Chirag Koradiya said the makeshift factory was located in Adipur. Police...
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Delhi High Court gives 6 weeks to vacate slums near PM’s residence
The Delhi High Court has given residents of three slum clusters near the Prime Minister’s official residence six weeks to vacate their homes and relocate to alternative accommodation at the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) Colony in Savda Ghevra. A bench comprising Chief Justice DK Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia directed residents of Bhai...
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Air India Seeks $1.5 Billion From Tata, Singapore Airlines Amid Mounting Losses
Air India is seeking around $1.5 billion in fresh equity from its owners, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, as the airline faces mounting losses and a costly turnaround, according to a Reuters report. The funding request comes months after Air India and its budget arm, Air India Express, reported combined losses of $2.33 billion for...
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Digital Arrest Scam: Rs 2.6 Crore Goa Fraud Exposes Rs 27,850 Crore Network
A Goa woman’s complaint over a so-called digital arrest has helped the Enforcement Directorate (ED) uncover a suspected money laundering network spanning 20 states and union territories. Between May 21 and June 2, 2025, the woman allegedly remained on a video call with fraudsters posing as investigators. She was told she was under criminal investigation...
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Delhi HC Halts FSSAI Action Against ITC Over ‘100%’ Claims
The Delhi High Court has granted temporary relief to ITC in its dispute with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) over “100%” claims used for Aashirvaad M.P Chakki Atta. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directed that ITC’s FSSAI licence should not be cancelled or suspended until the next hearing. The court will also...
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India urges global action to protect sea lanes amid food security fears
India has urged the international community to protect critical sea lanes, warning that disruptions to maritime trade during conflicts can threaten global food security. Speaking at a UN Security Council debate on food crises, India’s UN envoy Harish Parvathaneni said secure shipping routes are essential for the movement of food, fertilisers, fuel and other commodities....
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Trump’s Iran Pressure Faces China Challenge Ahead of Xi Summit
The US campaign to increase economic pressure on Iran could face limits in China, Tehran’s biggest trading partner and a major buyer of Iranian oil. The issue comes as US President Donald Trump prepares for a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping next month. Washington has announced new sanctions targeting Iran-linked entities, but has so...
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US Pauses Visa Appointments Worldwide Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
The United States has paused visa appointments worldwide as the Trump administration tightens immigration policies. The State Department said visa services are being adjusted to accommodate a global training programme for consular officers at US embassies and consulates. Applicants with previously scheduled interviews were informed that their appointments had been cancelled and would be rescheduled....