Karim Khan, the ICC chief prosecutor, has been suspended from practicing law in England and Wales by the UK's Bar Standards Board (BSB) due to sexual abuse allegations. This follows a similar suspension from his ICC role, which he denies. The BSB's interim suspension is effective immediately and will be reviewed within four weeks.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is holding a nationwide mock drill on June 20 to ensure a smooth NEET-UG re-examination on June 21, following paper leak allegations. NTA is reminding 23 lakh candidates to download new admit cards and warning against fraudulent communications.
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi, former de facto leader, had her 33-year sentence reduced to 18 years and moved to house arrest. Supporters claim charges were fabricated by the junta.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni strongly rejected claims by former US President Donald Trump that she "begged" him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his remarks "completely made up." The dispute has led to the cancellation of Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani's visit to Miami.
John Edwards has resigned as the UK's Information Commissioner following an independent investigation into his conduct. He admitted to inappropriate humor and poor judgment, stating his position became untenable. The resignation occurs amid criticism of the ICO's data protection record.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced an SIT probe into allegations of financial irregularities concerning donations at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir. The probe was requested by the temple trust, and Adityanath urged against baseless comments until findings are released.
BJP leadership summoned Karnataka leaders to Delhi due to alleged cross-voting by its MLAs in the state legislative council elections, where the ruling Congress secured five of seven seats. Sources indicate 11 NDA MLAs allegedly cross-voted, displeasing the BJP high command.
The Rajasthan High Court dismissed a husband's plea for narco-analysis, polygraph, and DNA tests in a divorce case, citing the application's late filing and lack of necessity. The court upheld the family court's decision, emphasizing that such tests cannot be compelled without consent and are not a substitute for timely evidence presentation.
India sharply criticized Pakistan at the UNHRC, calling it a "Frankenstein state" that nurtures terrorism. India rejected Pakistan's claims on Kashmir, stating it's an integral part of India, and highlighted human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been referred to the prosecution for allegedly violating the anti-graft law. Police suspect he failed to report a luxury Dior bag, worth 5.4 million won, received by his wife, Kim Keon Hee, in 2022. This is the latest legal challenge for Yoon, who is already serving a life sentence for insurrection.
KPMG Australia is under scrutiny in a Senate hearing regarding allegations of misusing confidential client information. Lendlease CEO Tony Lombardo and chairman John Gillam are among the witnesses. KPMG has refused to hand over documents to a parliamentary committee.
The Congress nominee for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand, Pranav Jha, lost the election to NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, despite the Congress having the required number of MLAs. Allegations of betrayal and cross-voting have surfaced among INDIA bloc allies.
Congress nominee Pranav Jha lost a crucial Rajya Sabha election in Jharkhand despite having the support of 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani secured 30 votes, while Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
The Congress candidate for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand lost the election despite having the support of the required 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured 28 votes, while Congress nominee Pranav Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
The ruling Congress secured five out of seven seats in Karnataka's legislative council elections, exceeding expectations due to alleged cross-voting from BJP and JD(S) members. BJP won two seats, while JD(S) lost its candidate. The results are seen as a boost for CM D.K. Shivakumar's government.
CPI(ML) Liberation and RJD denied cross-voting in Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections, stating their MLAs voted for Congress. They blamed Congress's internal issues for the loss and warned against damaging the INDIA bloc by shifting blame.
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi was denied entry to Canada for a World Cup game against Germany due to match-fixing allegations. He is under investigation in France for organized fraud and sports corruption.
Green party leader Zack Polanski has been cleared by an ethics inquiry into allegations he failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat. The Greater London Authority's monitoring officer found the circumstances were beyond its scope, and Polanski stated it was an unintentional misunderstanding.
The Bombay High Court has overturned an SBI internal committee's findings against an employee accused of sexual harassment. The court ruled that a shared autorickshaw, not provided by the employer, does not constitute a 'workplace' under the POSH Act, thus the committee lacked jurisdiction.
A Thiruvananthapuram restaurant was ordered to pay Rs 50,000 to a customer for ruining his daughter's first birthday party with stale food and poor service. The district consumer commission found the restaurant deficient in service and held the manager and managing director jointly liable.
The UK Culture Secretary has stated the government is "not satisfied" with Channel 4's response to allegations of rape and sexual assault from women on "Married at First Sight UK". The broadcaster has pulled episodes and commissioned a review, but plans to publish only a summary of findings.
Shmuel Tal, a Melbourne fashion boss, is on trial in New South Wales for 14 charges including sexual assault, allegedly occurring during a four-hour encounter with a sex worker at his Byron Bay villa in November 2023. He denies all charges, with the defense arguing consensual sexual contact.
경찰이 6·3 지방선거 당시 개혁신당 부산시장 후보였던 정이한 전 후보의 음료 투척 피습 사건에 대해 자작극 의혹을 수사 중이다. 음료 투척 남성과 정 전 후보의 관계, 사건 사전 계획 여부 등을 집중 조사하고 있으며, 의료법 위반 혐의도 수사할 예정이다.
Police are investigating allegations that former Reform Party Busan mayoral candidate Jeong Yi-han staged an assault where a man threw a drink at him during the 6.3 local elections. Investigators are focusing on the relationship between Jeong and the man who threw the drink, suspecting a pre-planned incident.
