In Bathinda, another farmer protesting for minimum support price died at Shambhu border, raising the death toll to 36 since the protest began nearly a year ago. The deceased farmer, Pargat Singh, from Amritsar district, collapsed suddenly and was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Farmer leader Sarvan Singh Pandher called for compensation and urged the government to address the farmers’ demands promptly to prevent further loss of life.
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UBS Group AG confirmed a data breach following a cyberattack on its supplier Chain IQ, impacting over 130,000 employees' information, including CEO Sergio Ermotti's contact details. The hacker group World Leaks is believed to be responsible, while Swiss private bank Pictet reported limited data exposure; no client data was compromised, highlighting increasing cyber threats in European banks. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreAsteroid 2024 YR4, while not a direct threat to Earth, poses a 4.3% risk of colliding with the Moon, potentially ejecting 100 million kilograms of debris into space. This lunar debris could jeopardize vital satellites in low Earth orbit, impacting communication, GPS, and climate monitoring, highlighting the need for international awareness and preparedness. Need More Context? 🔎
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Read moreThe Supreme Court has instructed the Karnataka government to facilitate the screening of Kamal Haasan's film "Thug Life" and take action against those hindering its release. The court underscored the importance of protecting artistic expression, emphasizing the state's role in safeguarding freedom of expression in the face of perceived offenses. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreViswashkumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India 171 crash, mourned his younger brother Ajay during emotional last rites in their Diu village. Despite his miraculous escape, Viswash is deeply traumatized by the loss, struggling to cope with his brother's death while his family expresses gratitude for his survival amidst their grief. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreDenny generated AI Image NEW DELHI: The Indian government will make Indian Standard Time (IST) the mandatory time reference for all activities, urging banks, stock exchanges, and critical infrastructure sectors to stop using GPS and other systems. This initiative, backed by the Consumer Affairs Ministry and the National Physical Laboratory, aims to enhance cybersecurity and ensure accurate timekeeping through an indigenous system utilizing atomic clocks. Need More Context? 🔎
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