'Such things happen in big cities': Karnataka home minister on molestation

Six pedestrians, including five UPSC aspirants, were injured in central Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar after being hit by a car driven by an intoxicated man, who was promptly arrested. The injured were taken to the hospital, with one possibly needing further treatment, while the driver's alcohol levels are being determined. Locals and students are demanding justice and better pedestrian safety measures in the area due to ongoing construction and lack of speed breakers. Full Article

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are now live globally, except in Canada where they have been paused to align with the US timing. The console's June 5 launch date remains unchanged despite the delay. Retailers like Walmart Canada and GameStop have also confirmed the pre-order delays, following the US pause due to new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. Full Article

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, failed to sway US President Donald Trump to halt new tariffs, resulting in a 10% baseline tariff on all US imports and escalated threats of further tariffs on Chinese imports. Musk's efforts, including appeals from allies like Joe Lonsdale, highlight a public divide within Trump's inner circle and a broader backlash against protectionist trade policies. Despite facing significant financial losses and a brand crisis, Musk continues to advocate for...

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists uncovered ancient direwolf fossils containing fragments of DNA, serving as the blueprint for these long-extinct creatures. Despite the degraded state of the ancient DNA, researchers utilized advanced technology and patience to reconstruct a viable genetic draft, shedding light on the ancient species' characteristics and evolution over thousands of years. Full Article

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Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs have caused global market turmoil, with experts unsure of the long-term impact. India is cautiously navigating the issue, with a 26% tariff imposed by the US. Despite Trump's methodology being questioned for overstating tariff numbers, India is actively working on a trade deal with the US to counter the effects on the Indian economy. Full Article