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"The entire system is downright murderous against students. Reports are coming in that AK-47s have been fired at protesting students in Bihar, and hundreds have been arrested and booked under FIRs," says Rahul Gandhi

JNU research scholar Neha Bora emerged as a prominent face of a student movement after leading a 23-day hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. Her speeches, organisational role and commitment to students’ concerns brought nationwide attention through social media. The article explores her academic background, activism, public communication skills and the broader role of universities in shaping student leadership, while presenting her evolving journey without endorsing or opposing the movement.

A senior official of Southern Railway said the incident has been reported to the IRCTC team as well as to the South Western railway

None injured as mill was not operational at the time of the incident. The blaze reportedly originated from a copra drying unit operated with firewood

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recounted his near-death aortic dissection in March 2020. He understood the critical nature of the condition and informed his wife immediately. Dimon also discussed his 1998 dismissal from Citigroup as president. This career setback did not affect his self-worth, only his net worth. Many senior managers visited his apartment to offer their goodbyes.

A prominent leader from western Odisha, Susant Singh represented the Bhatli assembly constituency for three consecutive terms after winning the elections in 2009, 2014 and 2019 on a BJD ticket

One worker, who suffered 75% burns, is in a critical condition at the government hospital in Virudhunagar. The police say the owners had set up the fireworks unit without licence and used the free electricity meant for agriculture to run it

The cops have been suspended after the incident, said the Siwan Superintendent of Police

The Opposition party said the Modi government has still not finished implementing the 101 recommendations of the K. Radhakrishnan Committee formed in 2024 after "it bungled multiple examinations including NEET-UG".

The Bench was hearing a plea filed by RJD MP Sudhakar Singh following the cancellation of the NEET-UG held on May 3 over alleged paper leak and the announcement of re-NEET

Chief Minister’s remarks criticised as sexist and propagating gender stereotypes

Astronomers have confirmed four hidden white dwarfs orbiting nearby red dwarf stars. Ultraviolet observations from the Hubble Space Telescope enabled this significant detection. These stellar remnants were previously concealed by their brighter companion stars. The findings refine estimates of the local white dwarf population. This discovery offers new insights into binary star system evolution.

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz in early March left tankers carrying crude from Gulf producers stranded in the Persian Gulf, forcing refiners to urgently secure alternative supplies.

Dr. Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam's legacy in defense and space is remembered. He led India's missile program and satellite launch capabilities. Kalam's work at DRDO and ISRO expanded national strategic autonomy. His vision also guided technology development for a developed India. The nation honors his role in building scientific and defense strength.

Earlier, the top court permitted the all-India release of the animated film on or after July 28 post Lord Jagannath Yatra festivities

Two young Indian pacers, Bihar's Vasudev Prasad Singh and Rajasthan's Abhishek Moond, spent two weeks training alongside Australia's Test squad in Brisbane under the MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program. The experience offered priceless lessons in fast bowling, professionalism and preparation from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.

Except for Nagarjunasagar, none of the major reservoirs in Krishna and Godavari Basins in Telangana receive at least 5 tmc ft flood so far

Screenings of the film Jana Nayagan faced interruption in Chennai as children were discovered watching the A-rated movie. The police stepped in, instructing parents to take their children out of the theater. Following this, refunds were issued, and the screenings resumed later. Other Chennai theatres reported similar disturbances and cancellations, raising concerns about age restrictions in cinema.