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Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has filed a Rs 50 crore defamation suit against Uttam Saha, president of the Argentina Fan Club of Kolkata. Saha had alleged Ganguly's involvement in the chaotic Messi event at Yuva Bharati Stadium. Ganguly, who was an invited guest, denies any organizational role, calling the accusations baseless and damaging to his reputation.

India faces a severe water crisis, with 600 million people experiencing extreme stress. Groundwater, the nation's lifeline, is being depleted faster than it replenishes, particularly in agricultural regions. Over-extraction, pollution, and weak regulations are exacerbating the situation, pushing cities and rural areas towards 'Day Zero' scenarios. Urgent action is needed.

The plea sought directions to the Food Standards and Safety Authority of India to revise its standards on the permissible levels of antimony and DEHP in packaged drinking water

The agal Pathu begins on December 20 and concludes on December 29; Iraa Pathu begins on December 30 when Paramapadavasal is opened in the early hours and concludes on January 8

The deceased, identified as Deepshikha Sharma, was found dead around 11 p.m. and later Police team reached the spot and arrested the couple, identified as Ajay Gupta (35) and Akriti Gupta (33)

The Deputy Chief Minister noted Kokate's resignation follows a court verdict and affirmed his party places supremacy of law above individuals

Govt allowed to borrow ₹17,000 crore over and above the limit

Raising legitimate demands for one’s community does not amount to casteism, says SNDP Yogam general secretary. He says his criticism is directed at the IUML and not at the Muslim community