🧐 Congress leader suspects blackmail in CM marriage claims

Congress leader Raju P. Nair alleged a conspiracy to destabilize the Kerala government using claims about the CM's second marriage. He voiced these doubts to the Kalamassery police after appearing before them regarding Anto Augustine's revelations. This occurred while an SIT investigated corruption related to the failed Lionel Messi-led Argentina bid in Kochi. Nair suspects Augustine might have fabricated the story as a defense or to blackmail the government. The Cybercrime Police FIR was transferred to Kalamassery police for further investigation into the matter. 🧐

🏛️ Trump bans media outlets from White House

President Donald Trump announced the immediate banning of several media outlets from the White House, citing 'reporting FAKE NEWS!' on Friday. The banned outlets include CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, as announced from Truth Social. This action followed a short press conference where he claimed they 'purposely write negative news' to diminish Republicans. CNN and Politico strongly denounced the move, asserting their First Amendment rights against government interference. Legal experts suggest these bans will likely be challenged in court, referencing past precedents on press access. 📰

🗳️ DUSU 2026: NSUI leads presidency race

The counting for the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) election is currently in progress. The President’s race is tight between NSUI's Vijay Shankar Meena and ABVP’s Yash Dabas. In the Vice-President contest, independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen is leading significantly. As of the 10th round, Shokeen has garnered 16,693 votes in that specific contest. The results are expected to finalize soon, shaping student leadership at DU.

📊 Data shows big gap in female workforce participation

First district-level data has revealed significant disparities in the participation of women in the workforce. This analysis was conducted across the district to map out current employment trends. The findings highlight a wide gap, with participation rates varying substantially between different demographics. This disparity suggests systemic issues affecting women's entry and retention in the job market. Authorities are now expected to review these statistics to implement corrective measures. 📊

🐆 New wild cat species found after a century

Scientists have identified a previously unknown wild cat species living in Bolivia. The discovery was made at a wildlife sanctuary in the country's Yungas region, near La Paz. The male cat, named Leopardus tilcayo, measures 18 inches and weighs 3 pounds. Researchers found the lineage split from relatives about 1.4 million years ago. The next step involves studying the cat's diet and habitat to ensure its forest protection.

🍅 Ex-Minister detained for protesting at CM Mann's convoy

Ravneet Bittu was detained by the Punjab Police after he attempted to throw eggs and tomatoes at CM Bhagwant Mann’s convoy. The incident occurred near the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) gate on Saturday. Bittu protested while Mann was arriving at the university for the Kisan Mela event. He held up a liquor bottle, claiming he was "returning" it to Mann. Furthermore, Bittu told the CM to enjoy his liquor while Arvind Kejriwal "loots Punjab from Delhi."

🕉️ Kurnool preps two spots for Ganesh idol immersion

Arrangements are being finalized at two spots in Kurnool city for the immersion of Ganesh idols. These locations are Vinayaka Ghat on the K-C Canal and the Handri-Neeva site near the Nannur toll gate. Approximately 20 lakh liters of wash water are being stored daily at Vinayaka Ghat to facilitate the immersion. The administration addressed water scarcity concerns while accommodating the Ganesh Mahotsav Central Committee's request. Devotees can choose a convenient spot for immersion, with over 350 idols already immersed by Friday night. 🕉️

✈️ Drone chaos shuts down Luxembourg airport operations

Luxembourg Airport suspended all arrivals and departures on Friday due to unauthorized drone activity near and over the facility. This precautionary measure was taken to guarantee the safety of passengers, crews, and aircraft at the country's sole international hub. Flight operations eventually resumed on Saturday, although some delays are expected as schedules are normalized. The incident adds to a trend of drone disruptions seen across various European airports recently. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely while investigating the unauthorized unmanned aircraft systems.

🚨 Two Ex-Colleagues Murder Another Former Colleague

Two former colleagues have been implicated in the murder of Yuvraj Manchanda. The incident took place in the workplace setting of the company. Authorities are currently investigating the crime, which occurred on June 15, 2024. The motive behind this tragic event remains under scrutiny by the police department. Further updates on the case are expected as the investigation progresses.

🌳 SC: Supreme Court is India's environmental guardian tree 🌳

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated the Supreme Court functions like a Banyan tree for environmental justice. This was said while attending a conference in New Delhi, with PM Narendra Modi also present. The Court elevated the right to a pollution-free environment to a fundamental right in 1991, and adopted the precautionary principle in 1996. CJI Kant noted the Court has now harmonized conservation and development through eco-centric proportionality. He stressed that climate adjudication must look at the larger ecological system, needing global cooperation.

🏎️ Is the Wells Vertige the analogue car we need?

The Wells Vertige is presented as a potential antidote to overly digitized modern hypercars, focusing on analogue driving pleasure. It was started in 2014 by Robin Wells, with Robin Hall joining, and the car debuted in 2021. The Vertige has seen limited runs, and the Series 2 version is coming with a base output of 225bhp. The goal is to provide pure driving enjoyment with real-world practicality without excessive gizmos. This compact, 850 kilo British car achieves 0-100kph in 4.8 seconds.