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Dalit Activist's Satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' Sparks Mass Protest Movement
Abhijeet Dipke founded the Cockroach Janta Party following remarks made in a courtroom, turning what began as a satirical gesture into a serious political movement. The party rapidly gained millions of social media followers within days, amplifying calls for a minister's resignation. Dipke, who is Dalit, drew on his identity and the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar to give the movement deeper social significance. Memes and viral online engagement played a central role in driving the party's widespread reach and influence.
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Car Rams Crowd at Berlin Pride Festival, Killing 1 and Injuring 17
A vehicle plowed into a crowd at Berlin's Pride festival, killing one person and injuring 17 others. The incident occurred in the city's central Tiergarten park, near the iconic Brandenburg Gate. The driver drove the vehicle into a group of festival attendees gathered at the event. Authorities responded to the scene following the attack. The circumstances and motive behind the incident are under investigation.
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Vegetable Seller Turned E-Rickshaw Driver Jhandu Wins India's First CWG Medal
Indian weightlifter Jhandu has won a medal at the current Commonwealth Games, becoming the country's first medallist at this edition of the tournament. He finished with a total of 130.9 points, achieving a best lift of 190kg during the competition. Jhandu also holds the national record in his category, making the achievement a milestone in his athletic career. The victory carries deep personal significance for him, given his humble background as a former vegetable seller and e-rickshaw driver before rising to the international stage.
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Indian GM Aarav Dengla on how FIDE's motto 'We Are One Family' defines chess
Young Indian Grandmaster Aarav Dengla has launched his debut column, 'The Grandmaster View', reflecting on the universal spirit of chess. He traces his fascination with the FIDE emblem's Latin motto, 'Gens Una Sumus', back to when he first noticed it as a seven-year-old. Having competed against players of all ages and nationalities across international tournaments, Dengla draws on personal memories from tournament halls to illustrate his point. He argues that the motto, meaning 'We are one family', is not merely a slogan but the living ethos that binds the global chess community together.
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Jana Nayagan crosses Rs 171 crore worldwide gross in three days
Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan recorded a sharp box office rebound on its first Saturday, earning Rs 28.50 crore India net — a 34.8% jump over the previous day. The surge pushed the film's three-day cumulative India net collection close to Rs 100 crore. On a global scale, the action film has now accumulated a worldwide gross of Rs 171.84 crore. Tamil Nadu has emerged as the strongest-performing territory for the release.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: How 1999 War Transformed India's Defence Strategy
India observes Kargil Vijay Diwas to commemorate its 1999 military victory over Pakistan and honour soldiers who lost their lives in the conflict. The war proved to be a turning point, prompting significant reforms in India's defence preparedness and strategic planning. Key institutional changes included the creation of the Chief of Defence Staff post and a notable increase in defence spending. In the years since, India has also seen substantial growth in domestic defence production and exports. The legacy of the Kargil conflict continues to shape national resolve and military doctrine to this day.
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Two dead as light aircraft crashes into residential house in Ganderkesee, Germany
A light aircraft crashed into the roof of a house in Ganderkesee, Germany, resulting in two fatalities. The victims were men aged 65 and 77. Emergency crews carried out an extensive operation to extract the wreckage from the structure. Residents of the home were safely evacuated during the response. German authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
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India in talks with US for concessional textile export access
The Indian government has confirmed it is in active negotiations with the United States to secure concessional market access for its textile goods. Officials stated that approximately 45% of India's exports to the US fall outside the scope of the recently imposed American tariffs. The talks are aimed at easing trade conditions for the textile sector, which is among India's key export industries. The government's statement signals efforts to protect Indian exporters from the broader impact of US trade measures. No timeline for the conclusion of these negotiations has been officially announced.
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