Times of India

Supreme Court upholds 28-week-old fetus's right to life, denying unmarried woman's plea to terminate pregnancy under Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act despite provisions for rape survivors and minors to abort beyond 24 weeks. Delhi HC Justice Subramonium Prasad rejects plea for termination citing ethical and legal concerns about feticide.

A study in Lancet suggests healthcare privatisation reduces care quality and worsens patient outcomes in high-income countries. Converting public hospitals to private ownership led to higher profits through selective patient intake and staff reductions, impacting patient accessibility, especially affecting staffing levels and services offered.

Sankarshan Barik, a 41-year-old barber and CPI candidate from Bhubaneswar-North, offers free haircuts to voters to address pressing issues like the dumping yard problem, unemployment, and the impact on city youths. Through personal interactions, he aims to engage voters in discussions and advocate for positive change in the community.

India's trade deficit widened to $19.1 billion in April, with goods exports at $35 billion and imports at $54.1 billion. Gold imports surged to $3.1 billion, oil imports rose over 20% to $16.5 billion, and electronics imports increased by 10% to $7 billion.

Rahul Gandhi condemns BJP for Dalit man's assault in Bareilly, warns of Constitution threat by RSS and PM Narendra Modi. Refutes fake video claims from UP rally, predicts PM Modi's end by June 4 amidst a storm of support for India, slamming BJP's 'factory of lies'. He believes a storm of support is building for India

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray predicts BJP split after losing Lok Sabha poll results on June 4, criticizing Narendra Modi's leadership as he may no longer be the Prime Minister.

PM Modi and Sharad Pawar clash in Mumbai/Nashik over election campaigns for Mihir Kotecha. Pawar criticizes Modi's use of power and divisive tactics, alleging BJP's responsibility for inflation and unemployment. NCP (SP) chief campaigns for Sanjay Dina Patil in Kanjurmarg East.

Investor appetite for AI startups in India is growing as fund managers chase companies like Sarvam AI and Krutrim AI. SoftBank and Antler are leading the funding landscape, with Tracxn reporting a significant increase in funding for AI startups. Companies are focusing on innovative AI solutions like ChatGPT and GenAI, attracting substantial investments.

SBI increases short-term deposit rates by up to 75 basis points to boost liquidity, replacing wholesale deposits. The move follows GST outflows and equity sales by foreign institutional investors, pushing rivals to review rates too. Mention of MSID 110157382, public sector banks, Bank of Baroda, Yes Bank, IndusInd Bank, IDFC Bank, and Dinesh Khara's statements.

BJP defended PM Modi's speeches in response to EC notice, accusing opposition of sowing communal disharmony. President Nadda highlighted north-south, linguistic divides. Complaints by Congress, CPI, CPI (M-L) led to EC notice on Modi's speeches. Nadda's response emphasized opposition party roles and manifestos.

Amit Shah criticizes Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik for setting the state back 50 years. Shah accuses Naveen of hindering Ram Utsav attendance and misusing Modi's rice aid. V K Pandian hints BJP will regress state 25 years if elected. Shah pledges to open Puri's Sri Jagannath Temple gates and protect Ratna Bhandar's glory if BJP wins.

Madhya Pradesh high court refuses to quash FIR against husband and in-laws in dowry harassment case. Wife's complaint not a vendetta for divorce petition; she tried to reconcile before taking legal action and took her streedhan with her.

India and Russia discussed Afghanistan security and humanitarian assistance. Russian special envoy Zamir Kabulov and MEA joint secretary J P Singh met to address the current situation in Kabul. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized the need for development assistance for Afghan welfare, exchanging views on interactions with the Taliban.

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee offers Trinamool Congress' leadership to support INDIA bloc at the Centre, plans to cancel NRC and CAA, criticizes Election Commission as a puppet of PM Modi violating the model code of conduct.

Supreme Court orders closure of 68 mines near Sariska critical tiger habitat due to Rajasthan government's misinterpretation. Mining activities in buffer zone need to be shifted out. Protective measures taken at Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary against mining activities since the 1970s. Buffer zone created to protect Sariska tiger reserve. No-go zone enforced for mining activities, with expansion of Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary.

Rahul Gandhi criticizes Modi and corporate favoritism, vows to protect Constitution. Mentions V K Pandian, Odisha's districts, and BJP-BJD relations. Advocates for reservation, public sector, and welfare programs. Proposes women empowerment, job creation, and revolutionary initiatives by Congress party.

PM Narendra Modi accuses Congress of planning to allocate 15% of the Union Budget exclusively for Muslims, aiming to divide it into 'Muslim budget' and 'Hindu budget'. He mentions opposition from Manmohan Singh, himself as Gujarat chief minister, and the BJP against this plan. Modi addresses the issue at rallies in Pimpalgaon Baswant and Kalyan during the LS poll campaign.

A retired general manager and his wife, Manoj Chansoria and Anita, are missing after a hoarding crash. Their SUV was found at the site with unidentified bodies in another vehicle. Manoj, who retired from ATC, was refuelling their red Tata Harrier for a trip to Jabalpur. Their mobile signals were traced, but they remain unlocated amid a complex rescue operation.