DMK MPs are protesting outside Parliament wearing black shirts against the National Education Policy. They accuse the BJP-led central government of imposing Hindi through the three-language policy. DMK MP Kanimozhi has filed a notice of breach of parliamentary privilege against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, alleging he misled Parliament and insulted Tamil Nadu. The Education Minister claims the DMK government took a U-turn on NEP implementation.
A young social media influencer from Punjab was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Bathinda on Wednesday. Her body was discovered inside a parked car at the Adesh Medical University campus. The deceased has been identified as Kanchan, also known as Kamal, a resident of Laxman Nagar in Ludhiana.
Delhi is experiencing an intense heat wave with temperatures reaching 45°C, prompting the IMD to issue a red alert for the next two days. The government is considering banning air conditioners set below 20°C to reduce power consumption and protect public health. Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced plans for a standardized AC temperature range of 20-28°C for buildings and vehicles.
Violent riots have continued for the third consecutive day in Northern Ireland following a serious sexual assault case involving a teenage girl. The protests, which began after two teenage boys were accused of the attack, have turned into anti-immigrant demonstrations. Police have reported injuries to 32 officers, with rioters targeting homes, vehicles, offices, and shops, particularly in areas with large Romanian populations.
South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada acknowledged that his team hasn't got off to the best of starts with the bat on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final 2025. Rabada helped South Africa dismiss Australia for 212, and they later finished the day on 43/4.
