Hegseth directs Pentagon to find $50 billion in cuts this year to fund Trump military priorities

A special NIA court acquitted former BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, Lt. Col. Prasad Purohit, and five others in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, citing insufficient evidence and procedural errors in applying the UAPA. The court ruled that the prosecution failed to establish the accused's involvement, leading to an order for government compensation for the victims' families. Want More Context? 🔎

Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticized the Indian government after President Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, asserting that "Dosti" cannot replace effective diplomacy. He labeled the tariff a significant setback for India, highlighting concerns over the impact on trade and questioning the benefits of the India-US relationship. Want More Context? 🔎

HSBC has initiated coverage on Ather Energy with a buy rating, while UBS has issued a sell recommendation for Tata Motors. Jefferies maintains a buy rating on L&T with an increased target price, Morgan Stanley holds an underweight rating on Asian Paints, and CLSA keeps a hold rating on Piramal Enterprises, also raising the target price. Want More Context? 🔎

About the AuthorManoj ChaurasiaManoj Chaurasia is a senior political journalist with over 25 years of experience in leading national and international media, specializing in political, offbeat, and human-interest stories.Read More Want More Context? 🔎

Chrissy Metz faced weight struggles from an early age, leading to emotional eating, and a panic attack on her 30th birthday became a pivotal moment for her. This experience motivated her to adopt a 2,000-calorie diet and commit to daily 20-minute walks, initiating a transformative journey toward improved health and emotional well-being. Want More Context? 🔎

The Punjab government will launch a drug prevention curriculum in all government schools for grades 9 to 12 starting August 1, aimed at educating students about drug risks and resisting peer pressure. Developed with Nobel laureate Prof Abhijit Banerjee, the program will reach around 800,000 students, complementing ongoing enforcement efforts in the state’s “War Against Drugs” campaign. Want More Context? 🔎