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Industrialist Dr. Pradeep Bhargava, addressing the ICAI Pune convocation where over 650 students received CA degrees, highlighted the crucial role chartered accountants play in safeguarding the nation’s economic health. He urged graduates to uphold ethics, integrity, and social responsibility while adapting to evolving technologies and specialised fields. ICAI leaders emphasised growing opportunities in finance-related sectors, entrepreneurship, and global careers, while encouraging students to continuously upgrade skills and maintain humility, discipline, and well-being.

Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt's craving for Black Label whiskey led to an unusual end of a satsang by guru U G Krishnamurti in the 1980s. Krishnamurti, prioritizing Bhatt's "living anguish" over spiritual pursuits, personally helped secure a bottle of Chivas Regal, demonstrating a unique guru-disciple dynamic.

Tensions have flared between the BJP and NCP regarding the Pune MLC seat, with the NCP asserting its claim due to a robust foothold in local governance, while the BJP counters by highlighting its dominance in the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal corporations. This clash raises eyebrows about the possibility of a cooperative competition among these erstwhile partners.

The rise of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL has created a new rivalry with Chennai Super Kings, shifting the dynamic from CSK's long-standing dominance. Online trolling and on-field incidents have intensified the bitterness between fans, fueled by historical and regional contexts, as RCB closes in on a second consecutive title.

In a visionary move, Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is advocating for the growth of eco-tourism around the state's picturesque reservoirs through innovative public-private collaborations. He is calling for enhanced infrastructure, involving citizens in planning discussions, and creating accessible tourism packages.

The Enforcement Directorate has opposed Jacqueline Fernandez's bid to become an approver in the ₹200 crore money laundering case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The agency argues she was a significant beneficiary and active participant, not a minor player, and her claim of being a victim is contradicted by evidence. The court has asked Fernandez to respond to these objections.

In an ambitious start, Bihar's newly elected Chief Minister, Samrat Choudhary, has rolled out seven pivotal initiatives aimed at transforming the state's landscape within just his first month. Among these, the creation of satellite townships highlights a commitment to urban growth, while the innovative 'Police Didi Scheme' empowers girl students with safety and support.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the schedule for crucial Legislative Council elections in Maharashtra. This includes a bye-election for the Nagpur Local Authorities' Constituency and biennial elections for 16 other seats across the state.

In a bold move to innovate governance, Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary called upon the Information and Public Relations Department to ramp up the speedy communication of government initiatives. He pointed to the power of Artificial Intelligence in fostering greater transparency and optimizing the oversight of schemes within all state departments.

Rajasthan Forest Department arrested Kishannath Jogi, the alleged mastermind behind multiple Chinkara deer poaching cases in Jaisalmer. The accused is linked to the hunting of over a dozen protected deer in the Pokaran Field Firing Range. Authorities have recovered hunting equipment and remains of nine Chinkaras based on his confession.

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A severe thunderstorm battered Bihar on Friday, claiming seven lives and causing widespread disruption. Patna experienced heavy traffic jams, uprooted trees, and significant damage. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced Rs 4 lakh ex gratia for victims' families. Authorities are working on restoration, with an orange alert issued for Saturday.

The Bombay High Court has dismissed appeals challenging the acquittal of 22 individuals in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh 'fake encounter' case. The appeals, filed by Shaikh's brothers, argued the trial was flawed. The court found no merit in the challenge, upholding the December 2018 acquittal. A detailed order is expected.

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 21 police officers and a civilian in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. Appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed, with the court finding the trial court's verdict reasoned and justified. The CBI had accepted the acquittal, not filing its own appeal.

The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay, once resistant to political involvement, has now led his party, TVK, to emerge as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections. This dramatic turnaround follows a public dispute with his parents over the use of his name for political activities, highlighting a personal journey of asserting autonomy and eventually choosing his own political path.