Bageerath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, received interim bail until June 25 from a Hyderabad court. Arrested in a POCSO Act case involving a 17-year-old girl, he sought bail to attend BBA exams. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment and counter-claims of extortion.
NTA clarified that a NEET aspirant from Nasik was allotted an Abu Dhabi center for the retest because the candidate himself applied for it via his login credentials. The agency stated the center was previewed twice and the change was made during the open correction window. Meanwhile, security has been heightened across India for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination.
A 77-year-old retired bank employee in Noida died hours after a parking dispute with his neighbor, a 30-year-old IIT engineer. The victim was allegedly pushed to the ground during the argument and later succumbed to his injuries.
A 27-year-old software engineer died by suicide by jumping from the third floor of a building in Pune. Her brother alleged that her husband and mother-in-law harassed her, leading to her death. A case has been registered against them under Section 108 of the BNS.
Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo has ignited debate about his effectiveness. Despite criticism and a lack of shots on target, data suggests he made numerous off-ball runs and had a high pass completion rate, raising questions about whether he was ignored by teammates.
A young woman from Delhi and her male colleague from Gujarat were attacked by a mob in Odisha's Rayagada district after villagers mistook them for child kidnappers. The incident occurred on June 16, leading to the arrest of 16 people.
Indian IT stocks plummeted Friday, losing Rs 1.35 lakh crore in market value after Accenture's weaker-than-expected outlook fueled fears of AI disruption. Infosys led the decline with an 8% drop, as investors worry about generative AI's impact on traditional IT services.
Johan Manzambi, a 20-year-old substitute, scored twice to lead Switzerland to a 3-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in a World Cup match. Granit Xhaka added a penalty, securing Switzerland's first win of the tournament.
Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky has been permanently banned from trading markets regulated by the CFTC. This follows his 12-year prison sentence for securities and commodities fraud and a prior FTC ban from the crypto ecosystem.
The Supreme Court of India will examine a plea to create a national digital register for advocates, similar to Aadhaar, to combat the issue of fake lawyers. The Bar Association of India highlighted concerns that 35-40% of practicing advocates may lack genuine degrees.
Europe's crypto sector braces for consolidation as the MiCA regulation's transition period ends July 1. Firms need a MiCA license to serve EU users, a process proving complex and costly, potentially leading to fewer, larger, and more tightly supervised entities. Binance's license denial highlights the challenges.
A man was arrested in India's Korea district for allegedly assaulting his wife, shaving her head, and forcing her to drink urine. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was reported after videos surfaced online. A case has been registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Hainan's Free Trade Port has improved logistics efficiency through institutional reforms, reducing clearance time and increasing vessel registration
The Department of Homeland Security's SAVE Program expansion is raising alarms among experts who fear it could lead to voter disenfranchisement and data breaches. The program, intended to verify benefit eligibility, is being used to cross-reference voter data, potentially purging eligible voters.
Mexican military forces intercepted and brought down a drone near the South Korean team's World Cup training camp. The incident, part of a broader security plan for the 2026 World Cup, occurred before the match between Mexico and South Korea. The South Korean coach deemed the event 'unfortunate' but stated it did not impact their training.
Mexican military forces intercepted and neutralized an unregistered drone near the South Korea team's World Cup training camp. The incident occurred before tactical practice and did not impact the team's preparations.
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, had a frustrating World Cup 2026 opener against DR Congo, recording few touches and no shots on target in a 1-1 draw. He has now gone 10 major tournament matches without scoring.
Parliament House is overhauling its pass system to increase transparency. Lobbyists will require two MP sponsors and be publicly identified in an online register. New rules restrict weekend and late-night access and introduce fees and sanctions.
The Mexican military intercepted an unregistered drone flying over South Korea's World Cup training base in Guadalajara, Mexico, amid fears of spying before their match against co-hosts Mexico. Manager Hong Myung-bo called the incident unfortunate.
Hong Kong plans to implement mandatory health checks for commercial vehicle drivers aged 65 and above by mid-2025. The age threshold will be lowered from 70, and licenses will require annual renewal with medical assessments to enhance road safety.
New Zealand is undertaking a pioneering project to eliminate introduced predators like rats, possums, and stoats by 2050 to protect its unique wildlife. Local initiatives, such as Predator Free Wellington, rely on public tip-offs and advanced detection methods to swiftly respond to even a single pest sighting, aiming to restore native bird populations.
A collection of tech news highlights including concerns over AI extremism, OpenAI's IPO filing, Pentagon's phone tracking issues, Meta's face recognition code, and labor department DEI directives.
President Trump invoked the Defence Production Act to address "systemic constraints in the munitions industrial base," aiming to bolster depleted US weapons stockpiles strained by conflicts like the 15-week Iran war. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is tasked with creating voluntary agreements to improve capacity, despite his previous assertions that concerns over munitions are overstated.
The UK Defense Ministry is investigating reports that a Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich, fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel. The incident occurred in international waters, and no one was injured. The frigate was being monitored by a Royal Navy ship at the time.
