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Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's controversial statement, referring to racial and anthropological groupings of humankind, has landed the party in hot water, following a similar remark by Sam Pitroda the day before. Chowdhury's comment, seen as an attempt to defend Pitroda, has drawn criticism from the BJP, with accusations of disrespecting Indians based on skin color. The Congress has not yet responded to Chowdhury's statement, while Pitroda has resigned as chief of the party's overseas unit after his own racist remarks sparked outrage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the disrespectful comments, emphasizing that the country will not tolerate such behavior. The Congress has distanced itself from Pitroda's remarks, but the fallout continues as the party faces backlash for the controversial statements made by its leaders. 
Two 24-year-old engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, were tragically killed in a high-speed accident in Pune involving a Porsche driven by a 17-year-old boy who was out on bail just 15 hours after the incident. The boy, the son of a prominent Pune realtor, was granted bail with conditions including working with traffic police, writing an essay on accidents, and undergoing treatment for his drinking habit. Eyewitnesses reported the car was speeding at over 200 km per hour with no number plates when it hit the bike the engineers were riding. The incident has sparked outrage, with concerns raised about lax laws and minors driving under the influence of alcohol. Police are investigating the case further, with the father of the accused and the pub that served him alcohol also likely to face charges.
Two brothers, Kalu and Kanha, from the Kaleblia tribe in Rajasthan have been sentenced to death for raping and burning alive a 14-year-old girl in a coal furnace last year. The special court in Bhilwara classified the case as the "rarest of the rare" as they delivered the verdict, while also acquitting seven other individuals accused of destroying evidence, including two women reportedly married to the brothers. The barbaric crime occurred in the Shahpura area of Kotri tehsil in Bhilwara district, sparking widespread outrage. The forensic investigation revealed that the young girl may have been burnt alive after being knocked unconscious following the rape. The acquittal is expected to be challenged in the Rajasthan High Court, as the police filed a chargesheet within 30 days of the incident, amidst political criticism.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his Aam Aadmi Party find themselves embroiled in a controversy following allegations of assault by Swati Maliwal, which has overshadowed their focus on the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The sequence of events leading to the incident remains unclear, with both parties yet to disclose the full details. Amid accusations of a BJP-driven conspiracy to malign Kejriwal, the AAP faces internal turmoil as it grapples with how to handle the crisis involving Kejriwal's aide, Bibhav Kumar. The situation has the potential to benefit the BJP, but the impact on the upcoming elections remains uncertain. Kejriwal's history of being targeted by his own party members and the BJP suggests a need for a strategic offensive to navigate the current controversy and maintain focus on the political narrative.
Pune-native Prafulla Dhariwal, the Head of Omni at OpenAI, has been lauded by CEO Sam Altman for his pivotal role in the launch of the company's latest AI model, ChatGPT 4o. Altman credited Dhariwal's vision, talent, and determination for the success of the project, which he hopes will revolutionize computer usage. Dhariwal, a graduate of MIT, has co-created multiple AI models and has been a research scientist at OpenAI since 2017. His accolades include gold medals at prestigious international science competitions and recognition from the Government of India. With a track record of academic excellence and significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence, Dhariwal's achievements continue to make waves in the tech industry.
A video of a man riding a motorcycle with a woman sitting on his lap in Bengaluru has gone viral, leading to the arrest of the accused by the Hebbal traffic police. The incident, which took place on May 17 on the Bangalore International Airport road, shows the duo without helmets. The Bengaluru Traffic Police shared the video, urging people to ride responsibly and not perform stunts on public roads. The video has garnered over 22,000 views and sparked a debate among social media users, with some calling for both individuals to be punished, not just the driver. Suggestions included canceling the man's driving license and putting him in jail, as well as imposing fines on both parties.
In the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections, Piyush Goyal emerges as the third richest candidate with assets worth over Rs 110 crore, while Anurag Sharma from BJP leads with assets exceeding Rs 212 crore. Out of the 695 candidates contesting in this phase, 33% are crorepatis, with Independent candidates having the highest number of crorepati candidates. Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh have the highest number of crorepati candidates, with BJP, BSP, and Congress fielding a significant number of wealthy candidates. On the other end of the spectrum, candidates like Mohammad Sultan Ganaie and Mukesh Kumar have declared assets as low as Rs 67 and Rs 700 respectively. The wealth distribution among candidates reveals a stark contrast in financial backgrounds as voters from 49 constituencies across eight states and Union territories head to the polls.
Former tennis star Camila Giorgi, who recently announced her retirement on Instagram, is facing accusations of stealing antiques and failing to pay rent for six months at a rental property in Tuscany before secretly leaving for the US. The landlord claims that Giorgi and her family made off with valuable items including Persian rugs and a half-ton antique table, resulting in damages estimated between 50 and 100 thousand euros. Despite her father being in communication with the landlord, tensions remain high as the owner demands the return of sentimental objects. Neighbours reported suspicious activity at the property, leading to the discovery of a nearly ransacked house. Giorgi, who has not played since March, has denied the allegations and expressed gratitude to her fans for their support, promising to share more about her future plans. She is scheduled to appear before a judge in Vicenza for the investigation on July 16.
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a range of issues, including unemployment, infrastructure development, and foreign policy. He dismissed opposition claims of rising unemployment, citing data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, which indicated that 6 crore new jobs have been created in the past six to seven years. PM Modi also highlighted the growth in startups and unicorns, emphasizing the potential for job creation among the youth. He pointed to advancements in the gaming industry and the aviation sector as additional sources of employment opportunities. The Prime Minister, aiming for a third term, set ambitious targets for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, with four phases completed and the fifth underway.
Rajan Singh, a resident of Khiriya Pamaran village in Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested after a video went viral on social media showing him voting multiple times. The Chief Electoral Officer of Uttar Pradesh, Navdeep Rinwa, confirmed that an FIR has been registered in connection with the incident, and all members of the polling party involved will face disciplinary action. Rinwa also recommended repolling at the concerned polling station and issued strict instructions to ensure proper identification of voters in the upcoming phases of the elections. This development comes amidst ongoing state elections in Uttar Pradesh, with authorities taking swift action to address electoral malpractices.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized his government's significant focus on infrastructure development in a recent interview with NDTV. He criticized past governments for the corruption associated with infrastructure projects, which he referred to as the "'malai' factor." Modi outlined his 'four-S' mantra for infrastructure development - scope, scale, speed, and skill. He also discussed the Gati Shakti scheme aimed at improving connectivity and reducing logistics spending. The Prime Minister highlighted achievements in the sector, including the UPI system, modernization of railways, and nearly 100% electrification. Modi's government aims to make India a developed nation by 2047 through infrastructure development, job creation, and attracting investments, aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative. The government's interim budget increased the capital expenditure outlay to Rs 11.11 lakh crore to drive growth and reforms in the infrastructure sector.
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