Unrest erupted in Istanbul following the publication of a cartoon in LeMan magazine, which authorities allege insulted the Prophet Muhammad. Police used rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse protesters. The chief prosecutor ordered the arrest of four magazine editors, including cartoonist Dogan Pehlevan. The controversial cartoon depicts two bearded, winged figures shaking hands amidst falling missiles, sparking outrage among religious conservatives. LeMan’s editor-in-chief, Tuncay Akgun, insists the image was misinterpreted, clarifying it was not a caricature of the Prophet but a depiction of a Muslim man killed in Israeli attacks. Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya condemned the cartoon and…
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Jyoti Singh, the wife of Bhojpuri cinema superstar Pawan Singh, is set to enter the political arena. She has announced her intention to contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. Speaking at an event in Dehri, she revealed her plans to run from a constituency in the Karakat area. Notably, she stated that if she doesn’t receive a ticket from a major political party, she will contest as an independent candidate. Jyoti Singh has been actively involved in the Karakat area for the past year. Her consistent presence at social and local events hinted at her potential foray into electoral politics.…
In Chhattisgarh, the distribution of three months’ worth of ration is underway. Despite the end of June, the complete distribution of rations has not been finalized. The government had not set a clear deadline for ration distribution, which created confusion. This led to conflicts between consumers and ration shop owners. However, in a recent development, the government has extended the deadline for ration distribution to July 7th. Under the Public Distribution System, the government is distributing rations for June, July, and August together. The combined distribution of three months’ rations has caused increased crowding at ration shops. Consumers are feeling…
Several significant rule changes took effect on July 1st, impacting various aspects of daily life. These changes encompass travel expenses, identity verification, digital transactions, fuel policies, and vehicle purchases. Train travel has become more expensive, with the Railway Ministry increasing fares for both AC and non-AC mail and express trains. Non-AC fares have increased by 1 paisa per kilometer, and AC fares by 2 paisa per kilometer. For instance, a 500 km non-AC journey will cost Rs 5 more, and an AC journey will cost Rs 10 more. For longer distances, like 1000 km, the increase can be up to…
In Begusarai, Bihar, a young woman was found hanging, with cut marks on her hands and feet. The family accused the boyfriend’s family of murder. The deceased, previously married, had left her husband to be with her boyfriend. She went to his house at his invitation, but his family refused to keep her, sending her to a relative’s place. Her body was later found in her own abandoned house, hanging from a noose. The victim, identified as 20-year-old Hina Kumari, had been living with her parents in Patna after leaving her husband six months prior. The brother alleged foul play,…
A tragic road accident occurred in Abhanpur, near the capital city. The incident resulted in three fatalities and left more than five individuals injured. Upon receiving the information, a police team immediately arrived at the scene to provide assistance and transport the injured to the hospital for medical attention. Efforts are underway to extract other individuals who may be trapped inside the vehicles. The devastating crash took place on the Raipur-Abhanpur Highway. A speeding sleeper bus collided with a Hyva vehicle. The impact was so severe that the sleeper bus sustained extensive damage. Along with the three fatalities, five people…
During the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, currently on the International Space Station (ISS), performed scientific experiments focused on muscle health, digestion in space, and astronaut well-being. Shukla, working in the Kibo laboratory’s Life Sciences Glovebox, studied muscle stem cells in microgravity and recorded an educational video for Indian students explaining how the human digestive system adapts in space. The Myogenesis experiment, conducted by ISRO, investigates muscle cell regeneration in space, as astronauts experience muscle loss during extended missions due to microgravity. The research aims to develop treatments for muscle-related issues on Earth and improve astronaut health…
Netflix and NASA have announced a groundbreaking collaboration that will integrate NASA+’s streaming platform into Netflix. This initiative will provide global audiences with access to live rocket launches, spacewalks, Earth views from the International Space Station, and behind-the-scenes looks at NASA’s scientific missions. The content, which includes documentaries and interviews, will be available on Netflix at no extra cost, starting later this summer. This marks Netflix’s first foray into streaming live science-related content, expanding its portfolio beyond comedy, awards shows, and sports. NASA views this partnership as a way to broaden its reach, offering an unprecedented opportunity to educate and…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in several Indian states. The IMD anticipates an increase in monsoon activity across the country in the coming days. The forecast indicates heavy rainfall is expected in Northwest, Central, East, and Northeast India over the next seven days. Light to moderate rainfall is likely in many parts of Northwest India throughout the week, often accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds with speeds of 30-40 kmph. From July 1 to July 4, heavy rains are expected in certain areas of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand,…
During a recent press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized India’s crucial role as a strategic ally in the Indo-Pacific region. She also highlighted the strong rapport between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Leavitt’s comments came in response to a question about China’s influence and reaffirmed the US commitment to its partnership with India. The statement followed the confirmation of President Trump’s acceptance of an invitation to attend the upcoming QUAD Summit in New Delhi later this year. Furthermore, Leavitt indicated that a trade deal between the US and India is nearing finalization,…