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Rajasthan Class 11 Student Dies by Suicide After Father Confiscates Phone

A Class 11 student named Mayank in Rajasthan died by suicide after his father took away his phone. The incident has caused significant distress within the family following the loss. Mayank was the only son of his father, Chauthmal Nagar, who is a heart patient. Following his son's death, Chauthmal's health condition worsened considerably. The tragedy highlights growing concerns around youth mental health and screen dependency.

Rajya Sabha Passes Taxation Bill; Sitharaman Clarifies No UPI Charges for Users

The Rajya Sabha passed a taxation bill that includes an amendment related to UPI transactions. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed concerns raised during the debate in the upper house of Parliament. She clarified that the UPI-related clause is merely an enabling provision and does not impose any new tax or fee on users. Sitharaman emphasized that ordinary UPI users will not face any additional charges as a result of the amendment.

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California's Hillsborough Sets New Home Sale Record at $70M with AI Buyer

A 12-acre luxury estate in Hillsborough, California, has sold for $70 million, establishing a new residential sale record for the wealthy town. The property took six years to build and features six bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, sports courts, gardens, a swimming pool, and a reflecting pond across multiple structures. The buyer is reported to be a professional working in the artificial intelligence industry. The sale highlights the growing financial influence of the AI sector in high-end real estate markets.