Watch: Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron hold press conference
Trump and Macron convened in the Oval Office earlier to participate in a conference call with other leaders of the Group of Seven nations.
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Man on bike chases, sexually harasses woman in Panaji
A young woman was harassed and chased by a motorcycle-borne man in Panaji at 10.20pm. The man, who the police identified with the help of CCTV footage, was caught masturbating and making vulgar comments. He has a criminal history and is currently out on bail. The incident underscores the ongoing issue of harassment women face…
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FDA finds 9 more companies previously permitted to produce now-banned drug
FDA officials have identified nine more companies allowed to manufacture and export a banned, lethal drug combination linked to the opioid crisis in West Africa. While seven companies never produced the drug, Aveo Pharmaceuticals and two Boisar firms exported it, prompting the seizure of shipments and investigation into related exports.
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3 women killed in TN cracker godown blast
Three women died when firecrackers exploded at a godown in Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. The incident occurred while they were working. Local authorities and forensic experts are investigating to determine the cause. Tamil Nadu CM announced a compensation for the victims’ families, and a call for intensified safety audits was made.
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Less than 1% bike riders in crashes wear helmets: Study
A study at Christian Medical College, Vellore, reveals over 70% of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in India stem from two-wheeler crashes, with less than 1% of patients wearing helmets. The study, conducted from March 2013 to September 2019, shows 31% of patients couldn’t cover their medical expenses. Only 4% had health insurance, highlighting the need…
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NAAC purges 900 assessors after corruption allegations
The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has removed nearly 900 peer reviewers following corruption allegations during the grading process. This move, alongside shifting to online evaluations and enhanced scrutiny, aims to restore integrity in accreditation practices and ensure transparency in the evaluation of higher education institutions.
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23-year-old goes on stabbing spree, kills 5 people in Kerala
A 23-year-old man named Affan murdered his girlfriend, brother, grandmother, uncle, and aunt on Monday evening due to debts from business losses. He also attempted to kill his mother and later surrendered to the police. Affan admitted to the murders, and police are investigating his claims and checking if he is addicted to drugs. The…
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Fleeing perverts, event management firm owner dies in road crash
Sutandra Chatterjee, a 27-year-old event manager from Chandernagore, died in a high-speed car accident on NH-2 while traveling to Gaya for work. Her vehicle overturned following a chase with another car. Her colleagues accused occupants of the other car of harassment and drunk driving. Police have seized both vehicles and are investigating, but no arrests…
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Communal tension in Rajasthan over ‘sexual exploitation’
Several towns in Rajasthan observed a bandh demanding swift action against suspects involved in the alleged targeted sexual exploitation of schoolgirls in Bijaynagar. Seven men, including a former councillor, have been arrested. Protests were held, with markets remaining shut in some towns. Authorities assure expedited legal proceedings. Allegations of religious conversions are under investigation. Deputy…
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Delta flight forced to return to Atlanta airport after ‘haze’ fills cabin
A Delta Air Lines flight was forced to return to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday morning after a “haze” filled the cabin, according to the airline. Delta Air Lines Flight 876 landed safely at the airport at around 9 a.m. after the crew reported possible smoke in the flight deck while heading to Columbia,…
