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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? 🔎

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The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on Justice Yashwant Varma's challenge against an inquiry panel's report that found him culpable in a cash discovery incident, questioning his participation in the inquiry without contesting its validity. Justice Varma's counsel argued that the recommendation for his removal violated constitutional principles, while the court criticized the procedural fairness of the inquiry and reserved judgment on a separate petition for FIR registration against him. Want More Context? 🔎

Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has publicly opposed the scheduled India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2025, citing recent terrorist incidents as a key reason. His remarks come amidst heightened political tensions and military operations, questioning the appropriateness of hosting such a match while Operation Sindoor is ongoing, while Sourav Ganguly advocates for the continuation of sports despite the situation. Want More Context? 🔎

In a horrific incident in Midtown Manhattan, 27-year-old Shane Devon Tamura fatally shot four individuals, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, before taking his own life. Tamura, a former football player with a history of mental illness, left a suicide note blaming the NFL for his struggles with CTE and requested that his brain be studied posthumously. Want More Context? 🔎