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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has formed a high-level committee, led by retired Justice Kurian Joseph, to address concerns about state autonomy and federalism. The committee will recommend measures to protect states' rights and improve Centre-state relations, with reports expected in the coming years.

India's IPL cricket frenzy is fuelling massive gambling, straining banks' IT systems, particularly due to the surge in real-time transactions via the UPI interface. Why this is an elephant in the room that needs to be tackled

The Supreme Court has expressed disappointment over casual remarks made by Allahabad High Court judges, including one who blamed a rape victim for the assault. This follows previous concerns raised by the apex court regarding controversial orders and observations from the Allahabad High Court. The Supreme Court bench emphasized the need for judges to exercise caution when making such statements.

Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to US defense secretary Pete Hegseth, has been placed on administrative leave following an investigation into leaks at the Department of Defense. Caldwell was identified as the source of an "unauthorized disclosure" involving sensitive communications and national security information. The investigation is ongoing, separate from recent firings within the department since Hegseth assumed leadership.

India is expected to receive above-normal southwest monsoon rainfall this year, according to the IMD's forecast. This is crucial for agriculture, boosting Kharif crops and the rural economy. While some regions may experience below-normal rainfall, most of the country, including the monsoon core zone, is likely to receive ample precipitation, potentially exceeding 91 cm.

Belgian police arrested the fugitive diamantaire on April 12. But Choksi’s lawyers may appeal against his extradition on health grounds. They may also seek to cash in on a recent UK High Court order citing poor conditions in Indian prisons

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff credits his 1996-97 India trip to meet Guru Mata Amritanandamayi in Kerala as the genesis of Salesforce. During the visit, while explaining his vision, Mata Amritanandamayi emphasized the importance of giving back. This profoundly influenced Benioff, shaping Salesforce's philanthropic ethos and his personal belief in being kind to others.

Punjab Kings pulled off a stunning victory against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mullanpur, defending a low score of 111. KKR's chase faltered dramatically thanks to Yuzvendra Chahal's game-changing spell of 4 for 28. Despite an early partnership by PBKS openers, KKR bowlers Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy, and Sunil Narine restricted them.

A court in Budgam, J&K, has ordered Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin to appear within a month regarding a 2002 murder and arms case. Failing to comply, proceedings will commence to declare him a proclaimed offender. The court noted that Salahuddin is reportedly residing in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, making his arrest impossible, and ordered public notification of the proclamation.