Introduction The Allahabad High Court Bar Association has strongly opposed the decision of the Supreme Court Collegium to transfer Justice Yashwant Verma, a judge of the Delhi High Court, back to the Allahabad High Court. The protest is due to the allegations of unaccounted cash being recovered from his residence, which has led to a … Read more
Introduction A shocking case of cyber fraud has come to light in Mumbai, where an 86-year-old woman from South Mumbai was duped of over Rs 20 crore in two months. The fraudsters, posing as CBI officers, tricked her into believing that she was involved in a money laundering case, making her pay the hefty amount. … Read more
Introduction Sparrows, once common sights in urban landscapes, are slowly vanishing. To counter this alarming trend, a community known for its philanthropy and business acumen has taken significant steps to conserve these lovely birds. The Dawoodi Bohra community has relaunched its “Save Our Sparrows (SOS)” initiative, first launched in 2011. This year, the campaign was … Read more
Introduction Kannada actress Ranya Rao is at the centre of an ongoing investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). She was arrested with over 14 kg of gold at the Bengaluru airport, leading to the detection of a possible gold smuggling racket. With a web of suspicious financial transactions … Read more
Introduction Harvard University has announced a major expansion of its financial aid program, making tuition free for families earning less than $200,000 (Rs 1.73 crore) per year. The initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on middle-income families and promote access to world-class education. Harvard’s new financial aid policy Who is eligible for free tuition? … Read more
Russia’s Air Defence Intercepts Ukrainian Drone Attack Russia’s defence ministry reported on Tuesday that its air defence units successfully intercepted and destroyed 46 Ukrainian drones overnight. The majority of the drones were neutralised over the Belgorod region, which borders Ukraine, while others were intercepted over the Bryansk, Kursk, and Oryol regions. Majority of Drones Targeted … Read more
Introduction The debate over the use of an autopen in official government functions has resurfaced due to recent claims by former US President Donald Trump. He alleged that President Joe Biden used an autopen to sign presidential pardons, rendering them invalid. This assertion has sparked discussions about the legitimacy of autopen signatures and their legal … Read more
Introduction Real Madrid have long been renowned for their ability in high-stakes matches. This trait was on display once again when they beat city rivals Atletico Madrid on penalties to book a place in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. England international Jude Bellingham emphasised that the team has a unique mentality when playing in decisive … Read more
Introduction Tamil cinema’s renowned superstar Thalapathy Vijay has found himself at the centre of controversy after a police complaint was filed against him over an Iftar party he hosted. The Tamil Nadu Sunnat Jamaat has accused the actor of insulting the Muslim community, claiming the event was poorly organised and lacked the requisite sanctity of … Read more
Introduction The knockout stage of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is set. Meg Lanning-led Delhi Capitals have made it to the WPL final for the third time in a row after finishing first in the standings. Their top spot was confirmed after Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI). Mumbai Indians finished second … Read more