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Considering major challenges and issues in ecology, he started a campaign right from 2007 as a case study to protect environment in public domain

The child with injuries all over his body has been admitted to Kalna State General Hospital and is undergoing treatment

The Trump administration has intensified its conflict with Columbia University, alleging inadequate protection of Jewish students following the October 7th Hamas attack. The Education Department informed the Middle States Commission on Higher Education of Columbia's alleged Title VI Civil Rights Act violation, potentially jeopardizing its accreditation and access to federal funding.

The victim was reportedly working in a garment factory in South 24 Parganas district; the factory owner is absconding

A recent UNESCO report reveals India's struggle with learning outcomes and school leadership despite high primary school enrollment. Globally, the report highlights a significant under-representation of women in educational leadership roles, from principals to ministers, even though they form a majority of the teaching workforce.

Sudhakar Badgujar had a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on June 2 in Nashik where he expressed his displeasure over the functioning of Shiv Sena (UBT) and claimed that about a dozen other leaders have been unhappy with the party.  

India's Census, delayed by Covid, is likely to commence on April 1, 2026, culminating on March 1, 2027. This census will record caste for the first time since 1931 and will be conducted digitally. The data is crucial for delimitation and implementing women's quota in legislatures, with results expected faster due to digitization.

Justice Yashwant Varma faces potential removal through a Parliament motion due to corruption allegations, with most parties signaling unity on the issue. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is confident of securing support across party lines for the motion, expected to be introduced during the monsoon session.

Amidst calls for reform, CJI Gavai defended the collegium system, emphasizing that judicial independence must be paramount in appointments to the Supreme Court and High Courts. He highlighted the system's evolution as a response to executive overreach, citing instances of judicial supersession.

Chaos erupted at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium's Gate No. 7 as massive crowds gathered on rumors of free tickets to celebrate RCB's anticipated IPL victory. A stampede ensued, exacerbated by sudden rain, leading to numerous injuries. Eyewitnesses reported poor crowd management and delayed decisions regarding a victory parade contributed to the disaster.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma launched the campaign here on the eve of the World Environment Day and unveiled its official poster

Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium witnessed tragedy due to a confluence of factors, including overenthusiastic fans, poor planning, and inadequate communication. The RCB victory parade announcement caught authorities off guard, leading to a failure in crowd control. Political figures prioritized photo opportunities over safety, exacerbating the chaos and resulting in preventable loss of life, highlighting systemic failures in managing the event.

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The Bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and Satish Chandra Sharma refused to grant interim protection from arrest to the journalists

Mr. Patil clarified that he has yet to decide on leaving the party

Celebrations turned tragic in Bengaluru as a stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives following RCB's IPL victory. Thousands gathered for a victory parade, overwhelming security near Gate 7. The Karnataka government has announced compensation for the victims' families and ordered an inquiry. Police officials had warned about the risks of holding the parade at short notice.

Meghan Markle celebrated Lilibet's fourth birthday by sharing a video on Instagram of herself dancing while in labor. The Duchess of Sussex posted the amusing clip alongside a heartfelt birthday message. Prince Harry also made a cameo in the video, joining Meghan in a synchronized squat as they awaited their daughter's arrival.

India has prioritized restoring the WTO's dispute settlement mechanism and advocated for special treatment for developing nations. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal reiterated India's opposition to incorporating plurilateral initiatives like investment facilitation into the WTO framework. He urged focus on pending agricultural issues and the removal of non-tariff barriers to strengthen the WTO.