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Former US attorney general Pam Bondi appeared before the House Oversight Committee. She admitted to redaction errors in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Bondi defended the Justice Department's actions under her leadership. Democrats and survivors criticized the closed-door interview format. They demanded greater transparency and accountability in the handling of these sensitive documents.

The Karnataka High Court has stepped in to prevent a planned transport strike by KSRTC employees that was scheduled for May 20. This interim order was prompted by a Public Interest Litigation from two residents of Bengaluru, who raised alarms over potential chaos in the public transport system.

Election results for 79 corporators in the recent BMC elections are facing legal challenges from rivals, including former corporators and relatives of prominent politicians. These petitions, citing grounds like undisclosed FIRs and invalid caste certificates, are currently being heard in court, with one already dismissed. The validity of caste certificates has previously led to disqualifications, making these hearings significant.

Operation Epic Fury, initiated under the leadership of Donald Trump, saw the U.S. military suffer grave losses, with 42 aircraft—comprising fighter jets and drones—sustaining damage or being lost entirely. This aggressive strike prompted swift and vigorous reprisal from Iran, bringing the region to a boiling point.

Washington's campaign against Iran has surged to nearly $29 billion, surpassing initial Pentagon estimates. Experts warn the escalating costs, driven by operational and equipment replacement, could ultimately reach a staggering $1 trillion. This financial burden is becoming a political flashpoint ahead of US elections, with concerns over inflation.

New documents from the OpenAI-Elon Musk trial reveal Sam Altman's multi-billion dollar net worth stems from over $2 billion in personal investments in companies directly doing business with OpenAI. These significant stakes in firms like Helion Energy and Stripe have led to "self-dealing" allegations, which Altman denies, stating he followed corporate recusal procedures.

In a charged political atmosphere, Defence secretary Pete Hegseth is facing tough questions from lawmakers, including some from his own party, regarding the prolonged conflict in Iran and its controversial lack of congressional authorization. The Trump administration's ambitious military spending plan is taking a backseat to growing concerns about economic fallout and rising international tensions.

Reports of a CIA raid on the Director of National Intelligence's office, allegedly seizing JFK assassination and MKUltra files, have sparked controversy. While the DNI's office denies a raid, a Congresswoman is threatening to subpoena the CIA if the files aren't returned, citing presidential declassification orders and her task force's investigation into these sensitive historical documents.

Actor and former CINTAA senior executive committee member Amit Behl has spoken about handling the MeToo movement within the entertainment industry, claiming that while most allegations were genuine, some cases lacked substance including Tanushree Dutta's case against Nana Patekar and Horn Ok Pleassss director Rakesh Sarang. Amit also reflected on the emotional toll the movement took on him and the shocking names that surfaced during the period.

The Pentagon estimates the war with Iran has cost $25 billion, though sources suggest the true figure could reach $50 billion due to unincluded repair costs. Officials defended the ongoing conflict, calling it an "existential fight" and dismissing concerns of it becoming a "quagmire."

Bombay High Court recalled its order to hear a decade-old Rs 20 crore defamation suit filed by a 90-year-old woman only after 2046. The court has now listed the matter for July 15, 2026, after the woman insisted on pursuing the case despite an unconditional apology offer from the defendants.

In a surprising twist, the Bombay High Court has set a date for 2046 for a defamation lawsuit involving a nearly 90-year-old matriarch and her daughter against a South Mumbai CHS committee, valued at a staggering Rs 20 crore.

A nearly 90-year-old woman and her daughter have had their defamation suit against housing society committee members adjourned until 2046 by the Bombay High Court.

The Trump administration asserts the U.S. is not at war with Iran, despite approaching the War Powers Resolution's 60-day deadline. House Speaker Mike Johnson echoed this, stating no congressional authorization is needed as active hostilities have ceased. This stance, however, faces challenges from Democrats who argue the deadline remains binding.

The Bombay High Court has strongly criticized the water resources department for ignoring over 70 illegal borewells in Chimbel. Justices expressed concern over groundwater depletion and potential saline water ingress in the coastal state. The court ordered immediate action to seal these borewells, with police and panchayat assistance to ensure safety.