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8 Dead, Over 10 Injured In Ahmedabad Firecracker Factory Explosion; Police Launch Probe

Eight people have died and over 10 were injured after an explosion at an illegally operating firecracker factory in Ahmedabad.

No More Body-Focused Shots: European Athletics Introduces New Guidelines For Women’s Sports Coverage

New guidelines urge broadcasters to prioritise athletic performance over appearance through responsible sports coverage practices.

Woman Throws Ink-Like Liquid At CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke During Jantar Mantar Protest

Video shows woman throwing an ink-like liquid at protest leader Abhijeet Dipke during a demonstration.

From Gandhi To Sonam Wangchuk: 8 Hunger Strikes That Changed India’s Political Landscape

A look at historic hunger strikes that transformed India’s movements, policies and political conversations over decades.

Sonam Wangchuk Stable but Weak After 21-day Hunger Strike, Says Safdarjung Hospital

Wangchuk shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after dehydration, weakness; doctors say condition stable but needs monitoring.

Sonam Wangchuk Shifted To Hospital After 21-Day Fast; Abhijeet Dipke Begins Indefinite Hunger Strike

Wangchuk’s hospital shift sparks fresh protest as Dipke announces indefinite hunger strike amid police allegations.

‘Not Out Of Concern For Health’: NCP(SP) Spokesperson Anish Gawande Alleges Sonam Wangchuk’s Hospital Shift Was To End Protest

NCP(SP) spokesperson Anish Gawande criticised Wangchuk’s removal from Jantar Mantar, while Delhi Police cited medical concerns and court directions.

How Sonam Wangchuk’s Father’s 1984 Fast Brought Indira Gandhi To Leh For Ladakh’s ST Demand

Decades before Sonam Wangchuk’s protest, his father’s hunger strike shaped Ladakh’s fight for recognition.

CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Alleges Assault, Detention As Delhi Police Shift Sonam Wangchuk To Hospital

Wangchuk’s hospitalisation sparks tension as Dipke alleges detention while police cite court order and medical advice

‘Take Consent From Me’: Gitanjali Angmo After Sonam Wangchuk Is Hospitalised Amid Hunger Strike

After Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital during his hunger strike, his wife Gitanjali Angmo urged doctors to obtain consent from his family and medical team.

Sonam Wangchuk Taken To Hospital After 20-Day Hunger Strike, Delhi Police Cite Court Orders

After nearly three weeks on an indefinite hunger strike, Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalised as police cited Delhi High Court directions.

Over 60 US Senators Back Bill Seeking 100% Tariffs On India, Four Other Nations Over Russian Oil

A U.S. Senate bill proposes tariffs of up to 100% on India and four other major buyers of Russian oil.

Rupee Nears ₹97 Per Dollar As Oil Prices, Dollar Demand And Outflows Trigger Pressure

India’s rupee weakens near record low as oil prices, dollar demand and capital concerns intensify pressure.
G.D. Agarwal

Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Revives Memories of G.D. Agarwal, Who Died After a 111-Day Fast

Frustrated by government apathy towards ecological degradation, 86-year-old former IIT professor G.D. Agarwal undertook a fatal 111-day hunger strike in 2018 to demand a free-flowing, unpolluted Ganga.

Why ISRO Has Asked Centres Not To Accept Scientists’ Resignations From Critical Missions

The Centre has centralised approvals for ISRO scientists' resignations from critical missions to safeguard India's flagship space programmes amid reported talent attrition.
Verizon

Verizon’s Big Shake-Up: 274 Stores Sold, 500 Jobs Cut, 3,000 Employees Face Uncertainty

Verizon will sell 274 company-owned stores and cut about 500 corporate jobs as it restructures its US retail operations nationwide.

Gujarat Horror: Mother of 2 Dies After Allegedly Being Set Ablaze Over ₹5,000 Loan Dispute

Police are investigating whether motives beyond the alleged ₹5,000 loan dispute triggered the fatal attack.
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Who Is Supporting Wangchuk as Hunger Strike Enters Day 20, Doctors Warn of Organ Failure

As his health rapidly deteriorates, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his indefinite hunger strike to demand systemic exam reforms and the Education Minister's resignation, drawing widespread support ahead of a massive Parliament march.

US-Iran Conflict Enters Sixth Night as Chabahar Port Comes Under Attack, Nuclear Talks Continue

Fresh US airstrikes and Iranian retaliation have intensified regional tensions, while diplomatic efforts over Tehran's nuclear programme continue.

Three Students Killed as Train Rams School Van in West Bengal; Railway Launches Probe Into Crossing Lapse

Three students and cyclist died after train struck school van, raising questions over railway safety failures.

Bombay High Court Upholds Life Sentence For Father Who Raped 12-Year-Old Daughter

Court cites DNA evidence, trauma, and broken trust while confirming life imprisonment for accused.
genZ

Meet The GenZ Founders Building Billion-Dollar Empires Before They Even Turn 30

Meet the Gen Z founders building billion-dollar companies across AI, quick commerce and fintech while transforming the future of global business.

Andhra Pradesh Reports 12 Covid Cases; Death Toll Rises To 4, Authorities Urge Caution

Andhra Pradesh reported 12 Covid-19 cases and four deaths, with officials urging caution for elderly people.

Trump Overhauls US Student Visa Rules, Replaces Decades-Old Policy With Four-Year Stay Limit

New US visa rules limit student stays, shorten grace periods and tighten academic programme changes.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.