Deep-rooted son preference fuels sex-selective abortions in India, leading to millions of fewer female births by 2030. Despite legal bans, illegal networks facilitate prenatal sex determination and terminations, driven by cultural pressures and financial anxieties. While some areas show slow improvement in sex ratios, demand for sons persists.
An ARAI report indicates E20 fuel may cause deterioration in rubber fuel system parts of E10-compliant vehicles and observed issues in a BS-VI engine during durability testing, though metallic components were unaffected. Fuel consumption increased by 2-6%.
India's NIA has chargesheeted Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed for plotting the April 2025 Pahalgam attack that killed 25 tourists and one local. Evidence includes digital trails, chats, and GPS logs, implicating Saeed and Pakistani state actors in directing the attack.
Mikel Merino's 91st-minute goal secured a 1-0 win for Spain over Portugal in the World Cup round of 16. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career and sends Spain to the quarterfinals.
The Indian government has extended the deadline for WhatsApp to respond to its notice regarding the proposed username feature by three days. WhatsApp assured it would not roll out the feature in India until consultations are complete, citing concerns over increased online fraud and impersonation.
Zlatan Ibrahimović faces backlash for supporting FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, allowing him to play against Belgium. Critics cite unfairness to Belgium and question FIFA's integrity, especially after Donald Trump's alleged involvement.
The Indian government has ordered ZEE5 to remove the film 'Satluj,' starring Diljit Dosanjh, citing security concerns. The movie, which depicts human rights abuses by Punjab Police, was released on the OTT platform under a new name after facing censorship issues for theatrical release.
