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'Remove 50% cap on reservation': Kharge's 3 suggestions to PM Modi on caste census

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:59
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Modi to conduct a nationwide caste enumeration as part of the upcoming census. Kharge suggested adopting the "Telangana model" for the questionnaire and amending the Constitution to eliminate the 50% reservation cap. He also advocated for the immediate implementation of Article 15(5) to extend reservations to private educational institutions.
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Watch: ED sleuths pin down fleeing ex-Congress MLA Chhokar outside Delhi hotel

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:57
Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials apprehended former Haryana Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhokar at Delhi's Shangri-La Hotel following a tip-off. Chhokar, wanted in connection with a Rs 363 crore money laundering case, attempted to flee, leading to a chase and scuffle. He was eventually arrested and remanded to six days of ED custody by a Gurgaon court.
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Dalit family’s hut set ablaze during communal clash in Pudukottai village, 14 arrested

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:57
According to police, the clash began over a verbal dispute at a petrol station between intoxicated youth from both communities.
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Greece launches state app to limit children's screen time

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:56
Greece has launched "Kids Wallet," a government-operated mobile app enabling parents to monitor their children's screen time and verify their age on digital platforms. Parents can create accounts, set access restrictions, and confirm their child's age through official documents.
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Congress chief Kharge writes to PM Modi asking him to have dialogue with all political parties on caste census

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:43
Mallikarjun Kharge asks the Union government the follow the Telangana model, urges them to place the socio-economic data of each caste in public domain
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Cricketer Mohammed Shami receives threat mail, brother files FIR

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:39
Mohammed Shami received a death threat via email, prompting his brother Haseeb Ahmed to file a police complaint in Amroha. The email demanded Rs 1 crore and mentioned a person named Prabhakar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the threat, referring it to the cyber cell and crime branch to identify the accused.
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Uncapped, Unfazed, Unmatched! India’s young batters blaze IPL 2025

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:34
IPL 2025 witnesses the emergence of exciting uncapped Indian opening batters, showcasing their talent and potential. Ayush Mhatre, Abishek Porel, Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi have impressed with their explosive performances. Suryavanshi, at just 14, became the youngest T20 centurion, while others like Arya have displayed dynamic strokeplay, offering a glimpse into the future of Indian cricket.
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Three youth drown in temple pond in Tiruvallur

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:32
The victims, Vedic students of Ahobila Mutt in Selaiyur, had gone to participate in the Brahmotsavam festival being celebrated in Sri Vaidhya Veeraraghava Swamy temple in Tiruvallur
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Kamala Harris trolled for her Met Gala look: ‘Cruella did it better’

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:32
Kamala Harris's Met Gala debut sparked online ridicule as her black-and-cream ensemble drew comparisons to Cruella de Vil. Social media users mocked the outfit, criticizing its design and perceived disconnect from everyday Americans. The gala, themed around Black dandyism, raised millions for the Costume Institute, but Harris's appearance became an unintended punchline, fueling criticism about her being out of touch.
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Gold price prediction today: Should you buy or sell?

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:30
Gold price prediction: Gold prices experienced recent corrections after hitting record highs amidst global economic uncertainty. Trade tensions, dollar strength, and China's market holiday impacted bullion markets. Investors await the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting for policy clarity.
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Tips from Elizabeth Francis, 115-year-old who lived through both World Wars

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:26
Elizabeth Francis, the third-oldest person in the world, passed away at 115, leaving behind a legacy of resilience. Her life spanned numerous historical events, and she attributed her longevity to strong faith, a healthy lifestyle with home-grown vegetables, and a dedicated work ethic. She also valued family connections and expressing herself openly.
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In M.P.’s Duglai, a remote hamlet, unprecedented civic push follows a horrific crime

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:18
Duglai is located deep inside the forests of Balaghat, which was last month removed from the Union Home Ministry’s list of the districts “most-affected” by left-wing extremism and notified as a “district of concern”, suggesting that Maoist influence in the area is on the wane.
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IPL Playoff Scenarios: SRH exit, DC in hunt; how important is GT vs MI?

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:18
Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL playoff hopes were dashed after a washout, while Delhi Capitals gained a point, keeping their top-two aspirations alive. The result puts pressure on LSG, needing wins in their remaining games. DC's playoff chances hinge on their upcoming matches against PBKS, GT, and MI, with various scenarios determining their fate.
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Rajasthan BJP leaders in Gujarat to attend training camp; Congress questions need

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 04:00
According to the party sources, the training sessions will cover the subjects such as the fundamentals of good governance, internal discipline and communication, public engagement strategies, understanding legislative procedures and effective dissemination of the government’s schemes.
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YouTuber Shajan Skaria arrested on charge of telecasting ‘defamatory’ content against woman

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 03:55
The woman, currently residing abroad, had lodged the complaint against Shajan Skaria, accusing him of airing defamatory content
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Stock market today: Nifty50 opens flat; BSE Sensex above 80,700

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 03:55
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Tuesday. While Nifty50 was near 24,450, BSE Sensex was above 80,700.
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Sambhal ‘critical’ for BJP in all yardstick, says party’s organisational in-charge 

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 03:48
Speaking to The Hindu, Pushkar Mishra, Organisational Election In-charge of the party said broader representation of all social segment has been the aim of the ruling party, pushing the West U.P. district as ‘critical’ for the BJP in all parameters. 
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Media award for Anasudhin Azeez

Hindu - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 03:22
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CEOs Microsoft, Adobe, IBM, Cognizant and others warn US is falling behind

Times of India - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 03:13
Top CEOs, including Microsoft's Satya Nadella, are urging the U.S. to mandate computer science and AI education in K-12 schools. They warn that America is lagging behind countries like China and Singapore. The leaders emphasize that a single computer science course could boost wages by 8% and unlock significant economic potential.
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