MP govt denies nod to prosecute cabinet minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over controversial remarks on Col Sofiya Qureshi

In a decisive move, the Madhya Pradesh government has crafted a five-point reply to present to the Supreme Court concerning minister Kunwar Vijay Shah’s controversial comments. The state cabinet has opted not to grant sanction for his prosecution, noting the absence of any complaints against him. They assert that he neither specified any officer nor…

‘FIDE must punish players’: Hans slams Russia No. 1 Nepo over comments on 14-yo

American chess grandmaster Hans Niemann urged FIDE to punish players for publicly making accusations, especially involving young competitors. His comments came after Ian Nepomniachtchi questioned a move by 14-year-old Canadian IM Aaron Mendes during their Titled Tuesday game. Nepomniachtchi described the move as suspicious, while Mendes went on to win after Nepomniachtchi’s blunder and eventual…

Oil price today: Crude continues to trade beyond $95 per barrel amid Hormuz supply tensions

Oil prices took a minor dip on Thursday following a turbulent trading day. Investors are closely monitoring the repercussions of the US-Iran strikes on oil supply lines. Activity in the Strait of Hormuz is currently lower than average. This disruption fosters worries regarding global oil availability and possible price hikes as countries explore alternative sources…

Forehead lump: Bengaluru diagnostic lab told to pay Rs Rs 55,000 for false thyroid diagnosis

In Bengaluru, a diagnostic lab mistakenly provided a young patient with the wrong medical report, causing him significant anxiety and distress. After seeking a second opinion, the patient discovered the initial diagnosis was inaccurate. The consumer commission deemed the lab negligent and awarded Rs 55,000 in compensation for the emotional turmoil experienced by the young…

‘Phones snatched, equipment smashed’: Abhishek Banerjee alleges BJP workers attacked TMC office, shares video

Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of Trinamool Congress, has accused BJP workers of violently attacking his party’s office, resulting in injuries to members and damage to property in the early hours of Thursday. He has criticized constitutional authorities and the police for their inaction, demanding swift judicial measures and the apprehension of those responsible…

US government now ‘trusts’ Anthropic, the company that it banned months ago

This week, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expressed renewed confidence in AI firm Anthropic, signaling a major diplomatic shift following previously imposed export restrictions. Tom Brown, co-founder of Anthropic, has been pivotal in repairing ties with Washington, engaging in proactive discussions and gaining recognition for the company’s data center expansion. Additionally, a recent ruling from a…