Ankitha Das

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized BJP leaders, labeling them "tubelights" after controversial remarks by BJP MPs against the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of India. Owaisi defended the judiciary, referencing Article 142 of the Constitution. The BJP has distanced itself from the MPs' statements, with party president J.P.

The Supreme Court emphasizes that subsidized food should exclusively benefit the poor, addressing concerns about diversion. Despite claims of poverty reduction, the government continues providing free rations to a vast population, raising questions of political motivation

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, arrived in the United States for a visit to Brown University, greeted by members of the Indian Overseas Congress. He will engage with students, faculty, and the NRI community. This visit follows a previous trip in September 2024 where he spoke at universities and sparked debate regarding India's reservation system and caste representation.

A US district court has temporarily protected 133 international students from deportation by reinstating their SEVIS records after sudden termination. The court's order prevents federal authorities from misusing the students' data and compels government agencies to comply. This action addresses alleged unlawful actions by immigration authorities, emphasizing the importance of adhering to legal procedures and preventing irreparable harm to students.

An IndiGo flight carrying Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was diverted to Jaipur due to congestion at Delhi airport, causing significant disruption. Abdullah expressed his frustration on social media, highlighting the operational chaos and leaving passengers stranded.

A Reddit user found relief from a five-year jaw clicking problem using ChatGPT, after traditional medical avenues failed. The AI suggested a specific mouth-opening technique that resolved the issue in under a minute. Reid Hoffman highlighted this story, sparking debate about AI's potential to complement clinical care and revolutionize healthcare, while emphasizing it should not replace expert medical advice.

Former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma is struggling to find form in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL). He has scored just 82 runs in six innings at a dismal average of 13.66. The opener's 26 off 16 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad was his highest this season.

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed his legal team to draft the Rohith Vemula Act, aimed at curbing caste-based discrimination in educational institutions, following Rahul Gandhi's urging. Gandhi highlighted the systemic discrimination faced by marginalized communities, referencing the tragic deaths of students like Rohith Vemula. The Act seeks to prevent future instances of discrimination and promote equality in education.