The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has refuted claims of a radiation leak from any Pakistani nuclear facility, following reports that Indian missiles struck Kirana Hills during Operation Sindoor. This clarification counters widespread social media speculation and foreign media theories. The IAEA confirmed that, based on available information, no radiation release occurred.
Indian Railways successfully conducted a trial run of a special train on the Katra-Qazigund section. This section includes the Chenab Bridge. The train carried soldiers and completed a round trip with full security. This trial is significant due to the ongoing Indo-Pak conflict. The new rail line will improve connectivity to Kashmir.
The Bar Council of India has revised regulations, allowing foreign lawyers and firms to practice foreign and international law under specific conditions. They can advise on foreign law and participate in international commercial arbitration, but are barred from practicing Indian law. These changes aim to establish India as a global arbitration hub while protecting the rights of Indian advocates.
Apple has significantly reduced iPhone 16 prices in China, with discounts reaching up to one-third, as the company faces declining market share. This strategic move aims to regain ground amidst strong competition from domestic brands like Huawei and Xiaomi, who are experiencing substantial growth.
The CCPA has issued notices to Amazon, Flipkart, and other platforms for selling Pakistani flags and merchandise, demanding immediate removal and compliance with Indian laws. This action follows a complaint from CAIT to union ministers, citing heightened national security concerns due to Operation Sindoor. CAIT deemed the sale of Pakistani symbols deeply disturbing amidst the ongoing critical mission against Pakistan.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has mandated the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against state minister Vijay Shah following his contentious remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The army officer was involved in briefing the media on "Operation Sindoor," under which the Indian armed forces targeted terrorists in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Pune police took action after a video surfaced. The video showed cops serving biryani to gangster Gaja Marne in a police van. This happened while he was being moved to Sangli jail. City police commissioner Amitesh Kumar suspended an assistant inspector and four constables. Marne was arrested earlier for assaulting a software engineer and was booked under MCOCA.
In a tragic incident at the First Balloon Festival in Zacatecas, Mexico, Luicio N, a 40-year-old man, died a hero after saving two passengers from a burning hot air balloon. He helped them escape, but became entangled in a rope as the balloon ascended. Despite clinging on, he fell to his death.
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai has been sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice Sanjiv Khanna. Known for his significant judgments on constitutional rights, free speech, and environmental protection, Justice Gavai was part of key decisions, including upholding the revocation of Article 370 and striking down the electoral bonds scheme.
