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Sasi, a former MLA, had alleged that a prime accused in a spirit smuggling case was elevated to the party district leadership, an apparent reference to Babu. Following this, Sasi was expelled from CPI(M)

To facilitate smooth travel for students from their residence to the examination centres and back, APSRTC will provide free bus travel facility for which the students will have to show their hall tickets

Drawing attention to inflated ticket prices charged by airlines, Kerala requests Centre to engage with companies in regulating ticket fares ‘in this hour of distress’

South India is experiencing an unusual surge in ultraviolet radiation, with Bengaluru hitting an 'extreme' UV Index of 13. This rise, more concerning than moderate temperatures, poses significant health risks including sunburn and skin cancer. Kerala has also issued radiation alerts, urging precautions for outdoor workers and the public to avoid prolonged sun exposure during peak hours.

Around two-thirds of India’s LPG demand is met through imports, with the Middle East accounting for roughly 85 to 90 per cent of those supplies. Oil refiners have been told to maximise LPG output by ensuring that the propane and butane available with them are fully utilised for cooking gas production, the report said.

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis lauded Jasprit Bumrah as a "genie" after his crucial spell helped India secure a seven-run victory over England in the T20 World Cup semifinal. Du Plessis emphasised Bumrah's match-winning ability across formats, highlighting his unique action that makes him difficult for batsmen to read and capitalise on even when he misses his length.

The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a significant overnight strike in Beirut, targeting Hezbollah's headquarters and military infrastructure within a densely populated area. This action, described as the twenty-sixth wave of strikes, followed Hezbollah's alleged violation of a truce and its involvement in opening a new front in the ongoing conflict.

The Chhattisgarh High Court overturned a Family Court's rejection of a mutual-consent divorce petition. The court ruled that Section 2(2) of the Hindu Marriage Act is protective, not exclusionary, allowing a Scheduled Tribe member who married under Hindu customs to seek divorce under the Act. The case was remitted for a decision on merits.

Around 90% of India’s crude oil is imported - and around 40-50% of India’s crude oil imports come from the Middle East, particularly after it substantially reduced purchases of Russian crude oil.

Axar Patel's spectacular fielding heroics were pivotal in India's nail-biting T20 World Cup semifinal win against England. His incredible diving catch to dismiss Harry Brook and a crucial relay catch to get Will Jacks broke vital partnerships. Patel deemed the Brook catch tougher, though the Jacks dismissal was more significant for the match's outcome.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri lauded Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup 2026 resurgence, highlighting his improved mental fortitude and smarter play. Samson's match-winning knocks, including a semifinal 89, have been pivotal. Shastri also backed struggling opener Abhishek Sharma, urging faith in his abilities for the final against New Zealand.

Oracle is reportedly planning significant job cuts, potentially thousands, to manage a growing cash crunch fueled by its massive AI data center expansion. This restructuring, costing over $1.6 billion, aims to address financial pressures from a $300 billion OpenAI partnership. The company's stock has seen a substantial decline as Wall Street scrutinizes its aggressive spending and debt.

Stock market today: BSE Sensex closed at 78,918.90, down 1,097 points or 1.37%. Investors reacted to intensifying tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

In a groundbreaking move, Andhra Pradesh is introducing an innovative population growth initiative aimed at encouraging families to expand. The state government will provide ₹25,000 and complimentary education through high school for families welcoming a third child, as well as covering IVF costs and offering longer parental leave.

News of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's assassination has deeply affected Barabanki, India, the ancestral village of his predecessor Khomeini. Residents expressed sorrow and anger, with protests against the US and Israel erupting. Khamenei's great-grandfather, Sayed Ahmad Musavi 'Hindi', originated from Kintoor village before migrating to Iran.

With Nitish Kumar set for exile, the Janata Parivar is scuttling towards extinction while the Sangh Parivar is ascendant, and Mandal is now a subset of Kamandal