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'Woman' means female from birth: UK SC rules in landmark equal rights case
Scotland's highest court ruled that the Equality Act's definition of 'woman' and 'sex' refers solely to biological females, siding with For Women Scotland. This decision impacts the interpretation of legal protections for women, clarifying that the Act's provisions are intended for those born female.
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Mamata calls BJP 'anti-Muslim', says it 'played trick' to pass Waqf law
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticised the BJP-led central government over the new Waqf law, alleging that the bill was passed using a "trick" without proper constitutional amendment. She accused the BJP of attempting to polarize Bengal and raised concerns about the prohibition of fish and meat in Bengali areas of Delhi.
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BJP's 'geography expert' dig at Mamata's 'Bengal borders Sri Lanka' gaffe
West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her claim that Bengal shares a border with Sri Lanka. Majumdar linked this remark to the Supreme Court's decision upholding the cancellation of teacher recruitments due to irregularities. He also expressed concern over violence in Murshidabad and urged the governor to intervene for peace.
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Explainer: Why Trump has slapped 245% tariff on China
Donald Trump has placed high tariffs on Chinese goods. This is in response to China's control over minerals. These minerals are important for many industries. The US relies on China for these resources. Trump's move aims to protect US security. China says it will take action. The US is working to build its own mineral industry.
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GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke to parents: Make your kid learn …
GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke advocates for early coding education in schools, likening it to core subjects. He highlights AI's role in democratizing software development, enabling smaller teams to achieve significant results. While acknowledging concerns about job displacement, Dohmke emphasizes continuous learning and adaptation for developers in the age of AI.
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‘Jaat’ collections: Sunny Deol starrer sees sharp drop with Rs 53.97 cr
Gopichand Malineni's 'Jaat,' starring Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda, had a strong opening, grossing Rs 53.97 crore in its first week. Collections peaked at Rs 14 crore on Sunday, fueled by positive word-of-mouth. However, weekday earnings declined significantly, with Wednesday experiencing a sharp drop to Rs 47 lakhs, despite a star-studded cast.
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Lucknow man's video on 'shortest delivery' order goes viral
A viral video from Lucknow captures a delivery agent's amusing reaction to a short-distance delivery within the same apartment complex. The reel, showing a video game being transported between towers for Rs 38, sparked online debate. Some found humor in the situation, attributing it to Lucknow's 'Nawabi' culture, while others criticized the agent's lighthearted commentary.
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Muda 'scam': HC issues notice to Siddaramaiah, wife on PIL seeking CBI probe
The Karnataka High Court has issued notices to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his wife, BM Parvathi, regarding a petition seeking a CBI investigation into the alleged MUDA land allotment scam. This action follows a petition filed by Snehamayi Krishna, challenging the dismissal of his request to transfer the case from Lokayukta police to the CBI.
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Why US elite universities are borrowing billions despite massive endowments
US universities, including Harvard and Princeton, are issuing record levels of debt despite massive endowments, borrowing $12.4 billion in Q1 2025 to safeguard operations amid federal funding cuts. The Trump administration's review of research grants and reduced cost recovery rates have sparked financial uncertainty. Analysts, as reported by Forbes, see this as one of the most unstable periods for higher education, prompting elite institutions to secure liquidity and prepare for long-term challenges.
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'Demoralised in Gujarat for years': Rahul bats for overhaul in Cong's state unit
Rahul Gandhi has urged for significant reforms within the Gujarat Congress, emphasizing the importance of empowering local leaders and decentralizing decision-making processes. He stressed that district presidents should be granted genuine authority, shifting away from centralized control in Ahmedabad. Gandhi framed these internal changes as crucial for countering the BJP-RSS ideology, highlighting Gujarat's pivotal role in this ideological battle.
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Dubai-Kathmandu flight makes emergency landing in Lucknow due to low fuel
A Boeing 737 Max 8, carrying 151 passengers and six crew members from Dubai, executed an emergency landing in Lucknow due to low fuel after circling over Nepal airspace awaiting clearance to land in Kathmandu. Following refueling, the flight resumed its journey and successfully reached Kathmandu.
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US slaps 245% retaliatory tariffs on Chinese goods as trade war intensifies
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TCS becomes world's second-biggest IT company: Read CEO’s ... note to employees
Tata Consultancy Services has crossed $30 billion in annual revenue, solidifying its position as the world's second-largest IT services brand with a valuation of $21.3 billion. CEO K Krithivasan highlighted the company's commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. TCS also announced key leadership appointments to drive its next phase of growth, focusing on agility and AI-driven solutions.
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New Record! Chahal equals Narine for massive IPL milestone
Yuzvendra Chahal's remarkable 4/28 spell against Kolkata Knight Riders helped Punjab Kings secure a 16-run victory. Chahal's performance tied him with Sunil Narine for the most four-wicket hauls in IPL history, with eight. PBKS, after being bundled out for 111, defended the low score successfully. With this win, PBKS climbed to the fourth spot in the points table.
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'Murshidabad violence pre-planned': Mamata meets Imams amid Waqf protests
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee addressed the Murshidabad unrest, refuting BJP's claims of TMC involvement in Waqf violence and accusing the Centre of a pre-planned communal riot. She blamed the central government for border security lapses and 'godi media' for spreading misinformation against Bengal.
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'Deva bhau, Bulldozer chalao': BJP posters outside AJL house target Sonia, Rahul
Following the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet against Rahul and Sonia Gandhi in the National Herald case, posters calling for "bulldozer action" have emerged in Mumbai. BJP leader Vishwabandhu Rai urged Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis to demolish properties linked to the case. The ED is also moving to seize AJL properties worth over Rs 700 crore, alleging money laundering.
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Four dead after bus hit vehicles, pedestrians at Rajkot traffic signal
In Rajkot, Gujarat, a speeding electric bus, operated by the Rajkot Municipal Corporation, caused a fatal accident at Indira Circle, resulting in at least four deaths. The bus rammed into multiple vehicles and pedestrians at a traffic signal. An angry crowd vandalized the bus, leading to police intervention, and the driver has been detained as the investigation continues.
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CBSE board result for 10th, 12th likely to be declared in May
Central Board of Secondary Education will likely declare Class 10 and 12 results for 2025 soon. Students can check scores on cbse.gov.in. Results will also be available on DigiLocker and UMANG app. Past trends suggest results between mid and late May. Students need roll number to view results. Digital mark sheets will be on DigiLocker.
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CCTV shows YouTuber, lover carrying husband’s body on bike after murder
A shocking CCTV footage exposed Ravina and her lover Suresh transporting her husband Praveen's body on a bike after allegedly strangling him. Ravina, a YouTuber, confessed to the murder, which occurred after Praveen discovered her affair. The couple dumped the body in a drain on Dinod Road to avoid suspicion, but investigators uncovered the crime through CCTV footage analysis.
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