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Pakistan's Abdul Aziz Ghazi, who is the Imam of the Lal Masjid of Islamabad, urged Muslims of his country not to support Pakistan in the India-Pak war. He said that Pakistani Muslims are more oppressed in their country than in any other. The Imam said, "Pakistani forces bomb our own Muslims in Pakistan, India doesn't do that with Indian Muslims.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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<h2>What did the Imam say?&nbsp;</h2>
A video was circulated on social media in which Ghazi was seen addressing a group of men inside the mosque. He asked people present there to raise their hands, who they want to support Pakistan if a war erupts with India. When no one raised a hand, he said, "There are very few, which means many are enlightened now".&nbsp;
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"India-Pakistan war is not a war of religion. Pakistan's war is a war of the community. And the prophet said to fight for the community," the Imam said.&nbsp;
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"The amount of cruelty and adversity Pakistan has right now is much more than India. India does not have as much cruelty as Pakistan has (towards Muslims)," he added.&nbsp;
Talking about the attack on Lal Masjid, the Imam said Pakistani authorities targeted their people after that. "They (Pakistani government) bombed their people," Ghazali said.&nbsp;
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"Do people go missing in India as they do in Pakistan? Pakistan is responsible for the forced disappearances of Baloch, Pashtuns, PTI workers, religious clerics, and journalists," he further said.&nbsp;
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Trending | India News | South Asia | The Imam said, "Pakistani forces bomb our own Muslims in Pakistan, India doesn't do that with Indian Muslims.”

Pakistan's Abdul Aziz Ghazi, who is the Imam of the Lal Masjid of Islamabad, urged Muslims of his country not to support Pakistan in the India-Pak war. He said that Pakistani Muslims are more oppressed in their country than in any other. The Imam said, "Pakistani forces bomb our own Muslims in Pakistan, India doesn't do that with Indian Muslims.” Also read: 'If diplomacy is a soup, Pakistanis are forks': Pak journalist says to counter Indian influence in US, 'we should send women...' What did the Imam say? A video was circulated on social media in which Ghazi was seen addressing a group of men inside the mosque. He asked people present there to raise their hands, who they want to support Pakistan if a war erupts with India. When no one raised a hand, he said, "There are very few, which means many are enlightened now". Also read: Economic crossfire: How India-Pakistan tensions are reshaping South Asia’s financial landscape "India-Pakistan war is not a war of religion. Pakistan's war is a war of the community. And the prophet said to fight for the community," the Imam said. MUTINY IN PAKISTAN ‼️ In Pakistan Deobandi cleric Maulana Abdul Aziz Ghazi asked the crowd to raise their hands in support of Pakistan during India-Pakistan war , not a single hand went up. He went on to say that Pakistan is more oppressive than India—pointing out that India… pic.twitter.com/LRK5hpONQg — Maj Digvijay Singh Rawat, Kirti Chakra (@Dig_raw21) May 5, 2025 Also read: Pahalgam attack: India intensifies strategic measures against Pakistan "The amount of cruelty and adversity Pakistan has right now is much more than India. India does not have as much cruelty as Pakistan has (towards Muslims)," he added. Talking about the attack on Lal Masjid, the Imam said Pakistani authorities targeted their people after that. "They (Pakistani government) bombed their people," Ghazali said. Also read: War-torn Russia wants to mediate matters between India and Pakistan over Kashmir "Do people go missing in India as they do in Pakistan? Pakistan is responsible for the forced disappearances of Baloch, Pashtuns, PTI workers, religious clerics, and journalists," he further said.

WATCH | Pak Imam urges Muslims of his country to not support Pakistan in India-Pak war

A Pakistani journalist Najam Sethi has set the internet against him after saying that Pakistan should send its women to pubs to counter the Indian influence in America. Speaking in a show on Samaa TV, a video of which has been circulated on social media, Sethi said that Pakistan lacks the diplomatic depth to match the influence of India and the country should consider an alternative option. He called the bureaucrats of Pakistan "very timid people".&nbsp;
&ldquo;You need to know the lingo, the culture, how to reach across. Sometimes you need to sit in a pub and talk about these things. Sometimes you need to take a walk in the park. Sometimes you also need to mix a little bit of humour and sarcasm. You know, this is diplomacy, person-to-person. Charm is very important," Sethi was seen saying in the show.&nbsp;
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"To counter Indian influence in the US, Pakistan should send some women who can go to pubs and influence the US think tanks with their charm," the Pakistani journalist said. Reacting to this video, Indian YouTuber Nitish Rajput said, "If diplomacy is a soup, Pakistanis are forks," and he is not all wrong.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Frankly, if you ask me, I think we are not ready for such an onslaught, such a diplomatic onslaught. I don't think our diplomats are strong and articulate enough to counter this onslaught. And I think you need to galvanize academics and also think tankers, but not bureaucrats,&rdquo; he added.&nbsp;
<h2>Backlash after sexist remark&nbsp;</h2>
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After his sexist comment, the Pakistani journalist has received immense backlash from both India and Pakistan.&nbsp;
"So, that's the new Next Gen 21st Century, super high tech, stealthy deadly Missile from Pakistan?! Women??!! Damn!! &nbsp;We thought we were fighting an ideological enemy but it seems we're fighting with a Pimp and most probably a dealer or sort," one internet user said on the social media platform X.&nbsp;
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Trending | World | India News | South Asia | A Pakistani journalist Najam Sethi has set the internet against him after saying that Pakistan should send its women to pubs to counter the Indian influence in America.

A Pakistani journalist Najam Sethi has set the internet against him after saying that Pakistan should send its women to pubs to counter the Indian influence in America. Speaking in a show on Samaa TV, a video of which has been circulated on social media, Sethi said that Pakistan lacks the diplomatic depth to match the influence of India and the country should consider an alternative option. He called the bureaucrats of Pakistan "very timid people". “You need to know the lingo, the culture, how to reach across. Sometimes you need to sit in a pub and talk about these things. Sometimes you need to take a walk in the park. Sometimes you also need to mix a little bit of humour and sarcasm. You know, this is diplomacy, person-to-person. Charm is very important," Sethi was seen saying in the show. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan violates ceasefire for 11th consecutive day "To counter Indian influence in the US, Pakistan should send some women who can go to pubs and influence the US think tanks with their charm," the Pakistani journalist said. Reacting to this video, Indian YouTuber Nitish Rajput said, "If diplomacy is a soup, Pakistanis are forks," and he is not all wrong. Video for the purpose of review and criticism only. To counter Indian influence in us.......... We should send women...... Credits- Samaa Tv pic.twitter.com/olYl7upDFB — Pak Un Fans (@fansofpakuntold) May 4, 2025 Also read: Pahalgam attack: India intensifies strategic measures against Pakistan “Frankly, if you ask me, I think we are not ready for such an onslaught, such a diplomatic onslaught. I don't think our diplomats are strong and articulate enough to counter this onslaught. And I think you need to galvanize academics and also think tankers, but not bureaucrats,” he added. Backlash after sexist remark Also read: Wife of killed naval officer trolled for appealing not to hate Muslims and Kashmiris post-Pahalgam attack, NCW comes in her defence After his sexist comment, the Pakistani journalist has received immense backlash from both India and Pakistan. "So, that's the new Next Gen 21st Century, super high tech, stealthy deadly Missile from Pakistan?! Women??!! Damn!! We thought we were fighting an ideological enemy but it seems we're fighting with a Pimp and most probably a dealer or sort," one internet user said on the social media platform X. Also read: Pahalgam attack fallout: Imran Khan's party skips briefing on India-Pakistan situation

'If diplomacy is a soup, Pakistanis are forks': Pak journalist says to counter Indian influence in US, 'we should send women...'

US President Donald Trump is facing criticism from all sides, including his own MAGA base, after posting an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope on social media.
Trump shared the altered image on Truth Social on Friday evening, shortly after telling reporters he &ldquo;would like to be Pope&rdquo; and would be his own &ldquo;No. 1 choice&rdquo; to replace the late Pope Francis. He went on to recommend Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York for the role.
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<h2>Catholic leaders react angrily to Pope parody</h2>
The post drew swift condemnation from Catholic groups and leaders. The New York State Catholic Conference, whose official X (formerly Twitter) account reposted the image, took particular offence.
&ldquo;There is nothing clever or funny about this image, Mr. President. We just buried our beloved Pope Francis and the cardinals are about to enter a solemn conclave to elect a new successor of St. Peter. Do not mock us,&rdquo; the organisation said.
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Former Italian prime minister Matteo Renzi also criticised the image, calling it &ldquo;shameful.&rdquo;
&ldquo;This is an image that offends believers, insults institutions and shows that the leader of the rightwing world enjoys clowning around,&rdquo; he posted on X.
<h2>MAGA base and conservatives voice disapproval</h2>
Even long-time Trump supporters and conservative Catholics were not amused. One X user, who identified as both Catholic and conservative, warned, &ldquo;This is worse than trolling. You&rsquo;re going to lose a lot of Catholic support over stunts like this.&rdquo;
Anthony Scaramucci, who once served as Trump&rsquo;s White House communications director and is a practising Catholic, also weighed in.
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&ldquo;Yes, I get. You are trolling and trying to trigger all of us. Especially us Catholics,&rdquo; Scaramucci wrote. &ldquo;But the arrogance and general stupidity and the disgrace that you represent will blow back on all of you.&rdquo;
<h2>Vance shrugs off outrage</h2>
US Vice President JD Vance appeared to dismiss the controversy altogether, shifting the conversation to foreign policy instead. Responding to a question about whether he found Trump&rsquo;s image disrespectful, Vance posted, &ldquo;As a general rule, I&rsquo;m fine with people telling jokes and not fine with people starting stupid wars that kill thousands of my countrymen.&rdquo;
That remark came after conservative commentator Bill Kristol questioned whether Vance supported &ldquo;this disrespect and mocking of the holy father.&rdquo;
<h2>Online backlash continues</h2>
One X user, Juan Santana, summed up the frustration of many Catholic followers, &ldquo;This is not funny. This is not satire. This is EXTREMELY DISRESPECTFUL towards Catholics. Shows poor judgement. Would you do a similar joke with other religions&rsquo; leaders? Shocked. I was hoping both @realDonaldTrump and @WhiteHouse had been hacked, but it seems not.&rdquo;
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World: One X user, who identified as both Catholic and conservative, warned, “This is worse than trolling. You’re going to lose a lot of Catholic support over stunts like this.”

US President Donald Trump is facing criticism from all sides, including his own MAGA base, after posting an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope on social media. Trump shared the altered image on Truth Social on Friday evening, shortly after telling reporters he “would like to be Pope” and would be his own “No. 1 choice” to replace the late Pope Francis. He went on to recommend Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York for the role. Also read: ‘Trade should not be a weapon’: Warren Buffett slams Trump’s ‘unwise’ tariff war as Berkshire braces for losses Catholic leaders react angrily to Pope parody The post drew swift condemnation from Catholic groups and leaders. The New York State Catholic Conference, whose official X (formerly Twitter) account reposted the image, took particular offence. “There is nothing clever or funny about this image, Mr. President. We just buried our beloved Pope Francis and the cardinals are about to enter a solemn conclave to elect a new successor of St. Peter. Do not mock us,” the organisation said. Also read: Trump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’ Former Italian prime minister Matteo Renzi also criticised the image, calling it “shameful.” “This is an image that offends believers, insults institutions and shows that the leader of the rightwing world enjoys clowning around,” he posted on X. MAGA base and conservatives voice disapproval Even long-time Trump supporters and conservative Catholics were not amused. One X user, who identified as both Catholic and conservative, warned, “This is worse than trolling. You’re going to lose a lot of Catholic support over stunts like this.” Anthony Scaramucci, who once served as Trump’s White House communications director and is a practising Catholic, also weighed in. Also read: Can a woman ever become Pope? How 2,000 years of Catholic Church tradition blocks it “Yes, I get. You are trolling and trying to trigger all of us. Especially us Catholics,” Scaramucci wrote. “But the arrogance and general stupidity and the disgrace that you represent will blow back on all of you.” Vance shrugs off outrage US Vice President JD Vance appeared to dismiss the controversy altogether, shifting the conversation to foreign policy instead. Responding to a question about whether he found Trump’s image disrespectful, Vance posted, “As a general rule, I’m fine with people telling jokes and not fine with people starting stupid wars that kill thousands of my countrymen.” That remark came after conservative commentator Bill Kristol questioned whether Vance supported “this disrespect and mocking of the holy father.” Online backlash continues One X user, Juan Santana, summed up the frustration of many Catholic followers, “This is not funny. This is not satire. This is EXTREMELY DISRESPECTFUL towards Catholics. Shows poor judgement. Would you do a similar joke with other religions’ leaders? Shocked. I was hoping both @realDonaldTrump and @WhiteHouse had been hacked, but it seems not.” Also read: Martin Scorsese to direct documentary on Pope Francis’ final interview

‘Arrogant and stupid’: Trump’s AI pope image triggers backlash from Catholics, and even his MAGA base isn’t laughing

Choking in pornography could be banned in the United Kingdom soon, as MPs express concern that the act was being "glamourised" by the sexual content and leads to the non-consensual choking of young girls.
Concerned UK leaders have flagged that choking in porn has fuelled rising male misogyny.
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<h2>What are the MPs seeking?</h2>
They are seeking an amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill and the inclusion of "non-fatal strangulation" in the definition of extreme misogyny. This would effectively ban choking in porn.
It comes after suggestions from Baroness Bertin's Independent Pornography Review. Alicia Kearns, the UK shadow victims minister, as per Daily Mail, said that "To tackle violence against women and girls, we must tackle porn that promotes violent and misogynistic behaviour towards us".
"Porn has helped to glamourise strangulation, which has led to significant numbers of young people being non-consensually choked during sex and girls told this is a normal expectation," she added.
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The amendment to ban choking in pornography is due to be discussed by UK MPs in the committee stage of the bill.
<h2>Choking "accidents" during sex in UK</h2>
As per data from the Institute For Addressing Strangulation (IFAS), over a third (35 per cent) of 16-34-year-olds reported being strangled/choked at least once during consensual sex. Of this, 35 per cent were males and 36 per cent were females.
Half of the sample that experienced it reported agreeing to it, while 17 per cent stated they had not.
Meanwhile, 27 per cent said they had strangled/choked their partner during consensual sex. Alarmingly, 39 per cent of them are men, while only 20 per cent were women.
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Trending | World news | UK MPs are considering banning choking in porn, citing its role in glamorising non-consensual acts and fuelling misogyny.

Choking in pornography could be banned in the United Kingdom soon, as MPs express concern that the act was being "glamourised" by the sexual content and leads to the non-consensual choking of young girls. Concerned UK leaders have flagged that choking in porn has fuelled rising male misogyny. Also read | Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble? What are the MPs seeking? They are seeking an amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill and the inclusion of "non-fatal strangulation" in the definition of extreme misogyny. This would effectively ban choking in porn. It comes after suggestions from Baroness Bertin's Independent Pornography Review. Alicia Kearns, the UK shadow victims minister, as per Daily Mail, said that "To tackle violence against women and girls, we must tackle porn that promotes violent and misogynistic behaviour towards us". "Porn has helped to glamourise strangulation, which has led to significant numbers of young people being non-consensually choked during sex and girls told this is a normal expectation," she added. Also read | Trump planning massive military parade to mark army’s 250th anniversary — and his birthday. Deets inside The amendment to ban choking in pornography is due to be discussed by UK MPs in the committee stage of the bill. Choking "accidents" during sex in UK As per data from the Institute For Addressing Strangulation (IFAS), over a third (35 per cent) of 16-34-year-olds reported being strangled/choked at least once during consensual sex. Of this, 35 per cent were males and 36 per cent were females. Half of the sample that experienced it reported agreeing to it, while 17 per cent stated they had not. Meanwhile, 27 per cent said they had strangled/choked their partner during consensual sex. Alarmingly, 39 per cent of them are men, while only 20 per cent were women. Also read | 'World's first' sperm race organised at Los Angeles's Hollywood Palladium for THIS reason

Choking in porn could be banned in the UK. Here's why

Two hikers exploring the outskirts of a forest in the Czech Republic made a jaw-dropping discovery when they stumbled upon treasure worth over $340,000. While exploring the Podkrkonosi Mountains, they came across 598 gold coins, jewellry, tobacco bags, and other valuable objects weighing around 15 pounds, reported the New York Post.
Thought the discover was made in February, it was only recently that the museum officials of of East Bohemia made the information public.
The hikers while hiking found an aluminium can filled with 16 snuff boxes, 10 bracelets, a wire bag, a comb, a chain and a powder compact, all made of yellow metal.
The coins found in the box are dated from 1808 to the early 19th century and include currency from France, Belgium, the Ottoman Empire and former Austria-Hungary and are believed to have been buried in the ground for over a hundred years.
&ldquo;I was called to say that a person who had found something was coming to see me. When he opened it, my jaw dropped. The men first found an aluminium can, part of which protruded above the surface and about a meter from it an iron box. The can contain 598 coins, divided into 11 columns, each wrapped in black cloth. The metal box contained a total of sixteen snuff boxes, ten bracelets, a wire bag, a comb, a chain and a powder compact. All made of yellow metal. For certain, the coins are solid gold. We will need to analyse the rest, but at the current price of precious metals, the value of the find can start at 7.5 million [Czech] Crowns. The historical value of the treasure, however, is incalculable," said the Head of Archaeology at the Museum of East Bohemia, Miroslav Novak to Daily Mail.
Experts are now trying to figure out how the treasure box ended buried up on the side of the Podkrkonosi mountain.
"To store valuable objects in the ground in the form of treasures, so-called depots have been a common practice since prehistoric times. At first, religious movements were more common; later it was property stored in uncertain times with the intention of returning later for it," said Novak

The hikers while hiking found an aluminium can filled with 16 snuff boxes, 10 bracelets, a wire bag, a comb, a chain and a powder compact, all made of gold | Trending

Two hikers exploring the outskirts of a forest in the Czech Republic made a jaw-dropping discovery when they stumbled upon treasure worth over $340,000. While exploring the Podkrkonosi Mountains, they came across 598 gold coins, jewellry, tobacco bags, and other valuable objects weighing around 15 pounds, reported the New York Post. Thought the discover was made in February, it was only recently that the museum officials of of East Bohemia made the information public. The hikers while hiking found an aluminium can filled with 16 snuff boxes, 10 bracelets, a wire bag, a comb, a chain and a powder compact, all made of yellow metal. The coins found in the box are dated from 1808 to the early 19th century and include currency from France, Belgium, the Ottoman Empire and former Austria-Hungary and are believed to have been buried in the ground for over a hundred years. “I was called to say that a person who had found something was coming to see me. When he opened it, my jaw dropped. The men first found an aluminium can, part of which protruded above the surface and about a meter from it an iron box. The can contain 598 coins, divided into 11 columns, each wrapped in black cloth. The metal box contained a total of sixteen snuff boxes, ten bracelets, a wire bag, a comb, a chain and a powder compact. All made of yellow metal. For certain, the coins are solid gold. We will need to analyse the rest, but at the current price of precious metals, the value of the find can start at 7.5 million [Czech] Crowns. The historical value of the treasure, however, is incalculable," said the Head of Archaeology at the Museum of East Bohemia, Miroslav Novak to Daily Mail. Experts are now trying to figure out how the treasure box ended buried up on the side of the Podkrkonosi mountain. "To store valuable objects in the ground in the form of treasures, so-called depots have been a common practice since prehistoric times. At first, religious movements were more common; later it was property stored in uncertain times with the intention of returning later for it," said Novak

Hikers discover 7kg of gold, artefacts worth $340,000 in the mountains of Czech Republic

Donald Trump's firebrand ally Marjorie Taylor Greene, a congresswoman known for her loyalty to the Republican president, has, in a rare public act of dissent, slammed him.
The Georgia congresswoman once likened Trump to Jesus Christ and said, "'The Democrats and the fake news media want to constantly talk about 'President Trump is a convicted felon'," she said at a Trump rally last year.
"Well, you want to know something? The man that I worship is also a convicted felon. And he was murdered on a Roman cross."
On X, Greene, a Trump loyalist, questioned the logic behind his recent moves, including the mineral deal with Ukraine, and cautioned, "When you are losing MTG (Marjorie Taylor Greene), you are losing the base."
<h2>What did she say?</h2>
It seems like Marjorie Taylor Greene's faith in Trump has been shaken. In a scathing, lengthy statement on X, she sought to distance herself from the US commander-in-chief: "I represent the base and when I'm frustrated and upset over the direction of things, you better be clear, the base is not happy".
Amid US' ongoing nuclear talks with Iran, it is feared that the Middle Eastern country may achieve enrichment levels for a nuclear strike. In such a scenario, some, like Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., have &nbsp;suggested the U.S. simply airstrike the Iranian nuclear sites.
"I campaigned for no more foreign wars...And now we are supposedly on the verge of going to war with Iran," said Greene.
Slamming the recent US-Ukraine mineral deal, she then questioned, "So why on earth would we go over and occupy Ukraine and spend an untold amount of future American taxpayer dollars defending and mining their minerals as well as potentially putting American lives at risk and future war?"
"Why don't we just mine our own rare earth minerals that are tied up on federal lands that the government confiscated years ago?," she asked in her over 650-word post, which concluded with the dire warning: "When you are losing MTG, you are losing the base".

Trending | World | Marjorie Taylor Greene, a staunch Trump ally, has publicly criticised him on X, signalling a potential rift in his base. Her dissent raises questions about his leadership.

Donald Trump's firebrand ally Marjorie Taylor Greene, a congresswoman known for her loyalty to the Republican president, has, in a rare public act of dissent, slammed him. The Georgia congresswoman once likened Trump to Jesus Christ and said, "'The Democrats and the fake news media want to constantly talk about 'President Trump is a convicted felon'," she said at a Trump rally last year. "Well, you want to know something? The man that I worship is also a convicted felon. And he was murdered on a Roman cross." On X, Greene, a Trump loyalist, questioned the logic behind his recent moves, including the mineral deal with Ukraine, and cautioned, "When you are losing MTG (Marjorie Taylor Greene), you are losing the base." What did she say? It seems like Marjorie Taylor Greene's faith in Trump has been shaken. In a scathing, lengthy statement on X, she sought to distance herself from the US commander-in-chief: "I represent the base and when I'm frustrated and upset over the direction of things, you better be clear, the base is not happy". Amid US' ongoing nuclear talks with Iran, it is feared that the Middle Eastern country may achieve enrichment levels for a nuclear strike. In such a scenario, some, like Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., have suggested the U.S. simply airstrike the Iranian nuclear sites. "I campaigned for no more foreign wars...And now we are supposedly on the verge of going to war with Iran," said Greene. Slamming the recent US-Ukraine mineral deal, she then questioned, "So why on earth would we go over and occupy Ukraine and spend an untold amount of future American taxpayer dollars defending and mining their minerals as well as potentially putting American lives at risk and future war?" "Why don't we just mine our own rare earth minerals that are tied up on federal lands that the government confiscated years ago?," she asked in her over 650-word post, which concluded with the dire warning: "When you are losing MTG, you are losing the base".

Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble?

Universal Studios may soon enter the Indian market, with plans underway for its first indoor amusement park in the country. According to a report by The Economic Times, the global theme park operator is in advanced discussions with Bharti Real Estate to establish the attraction within a massive new mall near the Delhi airport.
<h2>The scale of the project</h2>
The proposed amusement park would be part of a 3-million-sq-ft development at Aerocity, one of the largest mixed-use real estate projects in India. It is expected that the mall will be completed and operational by mid-2027. Of the total leasable area, 10 per cent &mdash; roughly 300,000 sq ft &mdash; has been earmarked for a global entertainment park.
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According to the report, Bharti Real Estate CEO S K Sayal did not mention Universal Studios by name but he acknowledged that talks with international partners are ongoing.
If finalised, the Universal Studios facility would mark a great milestone for the country&rsquo;s indoor entertainment industry. The indoor amusement park would be situated within Bharti&rsquo;s larger Aerocity development, which has a total development potential of about 17 million sq ft. Currently, 6.5 million sq ft is already under construction, backed by investments of over Rs 6,595 crore.
The entire project is expected to generate more than Rs 5,000 crore in annual rental income. The Delhi government&rsquo;s decision to allow restaurants and bars in Aerocity to operate 24/7 is also seen as a move to boost the area&rsquo;s commercial and tourism potential.
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<h2>India's amusement sector</h2>
India&rsquo;s indoor amusement sector currently spans 6.6 million sq ft across 523 operational locations, according to Jones Lang LaSalle report. This figure is projected to rise to 11 million sq ft by 2028, fuelled by mall expansion and demand for large-format entertainment.
While the market remains largely fragmented and dominated by unorganised players, international brands such as Timezone, Funcity, and Funtura currently hold around 28% of the market share.
Universal Studios already operates theme parks in the several countries including United States, Singapore, Japan, and Beijing.

The entire project is expected to generate more than Rs 5,000 crore in annual rental income. The Delhi government’s decision to allow restaurants and bars in Aerocity to operate 24/7 is also seen as a move to boost the area’s commercial and tourism potential.

Universal Studios may soon enter the Indian market, with plans underway for its first indoor amusement park in the country. According to a report by The Economic Times, the global theme park operator is in advanced discussions with Bharti Real Estate to establish the attraction within a massive new mall near the Delhi airport. The scale of the project The proposed amusement park would be part of a 3-million-sq-ft development at Aerocity, one of the largest mixed-use real estate projects in India. It is expected that the mall will be completed and operational by mid-2027. Of the total leasable area, 10 per cent — roughly 300,000 sq ft — has been earmarked for a global entertainment park. Also Read: From The Scorpion King to Central Intelligence: 6 must-watch Dwayne Johnson movies According to the report, Bharti Real Estate CEO S K Sayal did not mention Universal Studios by name but he acknowledged that talks with international partners are ongoing. If finalised, the Universal Studios facility would mark a great milestone for the country’s indoor entertainment industry. The indoor amusement park would be situated within Bharti’s larger Aerocity development, which has a total development potential of about 17 million sq ft. Currently, 6.5 million sq ft is already under construction, backed by investments of over Rs 6,595 crore. The entire project is expected to generate more than Rs 5,000 crore in annual rental income. The Delhi government’s decision to allow restaurants and bars in Aerocity to operate 24/7 is also seen as a move to boost the area’s commercial and tourism potential. Also Read: Hawkeye season 2 reportedly proceeding without Jeremy Renner India's amusement sector India’s indoor amusement sector currently spans 6.6 million sq ft across 523 operational locations, according to Jones Lang LaSalle report. This figure is projected to rise to 11 million sq ft by 2028, fuelled by mall expansion and demand for large-format entertainment. While the market remains largely fragmented and dominated by unorganised players, international brands such as Timezone, Funcity, and Funtura currently hold around 28% of the market share. Universal Studios already operates theme parks in the several countries including United States, Singapore, Japan, and Beijing.

Jurassic Park in India? Universal Studios may open a massive amusement park in Aerocity: Report

Tanks, howitzers, helicopters and 6,000 troops could soon storm through Washington, DC, not for war &mdash; but for a military spectacle straight out of US President Donald Trump's vision for American might and his birthday celebrations.
As the US Army prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/donald-trump-0">Donald Trump</a>, as per reports, is pushing for a massive military parade that would double as a patriotic pageant and a power play. It just so happens to coincide with his 79th birthday on June 14.
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<h2>Honour the American army or a grand birthday party?</h2>
Taking to X, White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly wrote: Trump "will honour American Veterans, active-duty service members, and military history with a military parade!"
As per US Army spokeswoman Heather Hagan, the celebration of the US Army's birthday will feature fireworks and a festival on the National Mall.
She further revealed that the grand celebration would feature "approximately 150 vehicles, 50 aircraft, and 6,600 soldiers".
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"Given the significant milestone of 250 years, the Army is exploring options to make the celebration even bigger, with more capability demonstrations, additional displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community," Hagan said.
The parade, as per a Daily Mail report citing DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, would run through the heart of the capital &mdash; from Arlington across the Potomac into downtown DC &mdash; a route not unlike those used by other world powers to flaunt their military muscle.
"We're going to start celebrating our victories again," declared Trump on Truth Social on Thursday night. He also announced that he was "renaming May 8th as Victory Day for World War II and November 11th as Victory Day for World War I".
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<h2>Trump's Bastille Day-like celebration plans &ndash; rebooted</h2>
Apparently, this isn't Trump's first attempt at a grand parade. His desire for military pageantry began during his first term after watching France's Bastille Day celebrations in Paris alongside the then-French President Emmanuel Macron.
But his earlier plan was estimated by the Pentagon to cost a whopping $92 million and was shelved amid resistance and concerns over tanks destroying DC roads.
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Trending | World | Tanks, helicopters, and thousands of troops could soon parade in Washington, showcasing American military might in a patriotic display planned by President Trump.

Tanks, howitzers, helicopters and 6,000 troops could soon storm through Washington, DC, not for war — but for a military spectacle straight out of US President Donald Trump's vision for American might and his birthday celebrations. As the US Army prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, President Donald Trump, as per reports, is pushing for a massive military parade that would double as a patriotic pageant and a power play. It just so happens to coincide with his 79th birthday on June 14. Also read | Trump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’ Honour the American army or a grand birthday party? Taking to X, White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly wrote: Trump "will honour American Veterans, active-duty service members, and military history with a military parade!" As per US Army spokeswoman Heather Hagan, the celebration of the US Army's birthday will feature fireworks and a festival on the National Mall. She further revealed that the grand celebration would feature "approximately 150 vehicles, 50 aircraft, and 6,600 soldiers". Also read | Trump 'OK' with US recession says 'anything can happen,' claims US will have 'historic boom' later "Given the significant milestone of 250 years, the Army is exploring options to make the celebration even bigger, with more capability demonstrations, additional displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community," Hagan said. The parade, as per a Daily Mail report citing DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, would run through the heart of the capital — from Arlington across the Potomac into downtown DC — a route not unlike those used by other world powers to flaunt their military muscle. "We're going to start celebrating our victories again," declared Trump on Truth Social on Thursday night. He also announced that he was "renaming May 8th as Victory Day for World War II and November 11th as Victory Day for World War I". Trump's Bastille Day-like celebration plans – rebooted Apparently, this isn't Trump's first attempt at a grand parade. His desire for military pageantry began during his first term after watching France's Bastille Day celebrations in Paris alongside the then-French President Emmanuel Macron. But his earlier plan was estimated by the Pentagon to cost a whopping $92 million and was shelved amid resistance and concerns over tanks destroying DC roads. Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage'

Trump planning massive military parade to mark army’s 250th anniversary — and his birthday. Deets inside

Virginia Giuffre's death may uncover a mystery that has intrigued people for years: How much did British royal Prince Andrew pay to settle a sexual assault lawsuit?
The exact amount could now be made public following Giuffre's death in Australia last week. Giuffre, 41, was found dead at her rural home in Neergabby, Western Australia, in what authorities have described as a suicide.
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<h2>Prince Andrew-Virginia Giuffre settlement&nbsp;</h2>
Virginia Giuffre, an advocate, had accused the Duke of York of sexually assaulting her on three occasions when she was a minor&mdash;a claim Andrew has vehemently denied&mdash;reached an out-of-court settlement with the royal in 2022. While the exact figure was never disclosed, it was widely reported at the time to be around $12 million.
Legal experts suggest the settlement details may surface as her estate is processed.
As per Daily Mail, in Western Australia, wills become public records once probate is granted, unless redacted or suppressed by court order due to sensitive content or the involvement of minors.
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<h2>Who was Virginia Giuffre?</h2>
Virginia Giuffre was a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Giuffre was first forced into sex trafficking at the age of 14 by Miami sex trafficker Ron Eppinger. At 16, she was recruited into Jeffrey Epstein's circle after being approached by Ghislaine Maxwell at Mar-a-Lago, where she was working as a locker room attendant.
She later became one of the most outspoken accusers in the global Epstein saga. Her testimony played a key role in shining international light on the Epstein-Maxwell sex trafficking ring, and she later founded a survivors' foundation focused on helping victims of abuse.
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In 2011, she claimed that she was trafficked to Prince Andrew on three separate occasions, the first time when she was only 17.
Prince Andrew's reputation was deeply damaged by the allegations and a subsequent 2019 BBC interview in which he attempted to defend himself but instead drew public ridicule. Though the settlement included no admission of guilt, it was preceded by him stepping down from public royal life.
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Trending | World | Prince Andrew's settlement amount to Virginia Giuffre in the Jeffrey Epstein case could be revealed following her recent death.

Virginia Giuffre's death may uncover a mystery that has intrigued people for years: How much did British royal Prince Andrew pay to settle a sexual assault lawsuit? The exact amount could now be made public following Giuffre's death in Australia last week. Giuffre, 41, was found dead at her rural home in Neergabby, Western Australia, in what authorities have described as a suicide. Also read | Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre takes own life in Australia, says family: 'It became unbearable...' Prince Andrew-Virginia Giuffre settlement Virginia Giuffre, an advocate, had accused the Duke of York of sexually assaulting her on three occasions when she was a minor—a claim Andrew has vehemently denied—reached an out-of-court settlement with the royal in 2022. While the exact figure was never disclosed, it was widely reported at the time to be around $12 million. Legal experts suggest the settlement details may surface as her estate is processed. As per Daily Mail, in Western Australia, wills become public records once probate is granted, unless redacted or suppressed by court order due to sensitive content or the involvement of minors. Also read | Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault, has 'four days to live': Here's what happened Who was Virginia Giuffre? Virginia Giuffre was a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Giuffre was first forced into sex trafficking at the age of 14 by Miami sex trafficker Ron Eppinger. At 16, she was recruited into Jeffrey Epstein's circle after being approached by Ghislaine Maxwell at Mar-a-Lago, where she was working as a locker room attendant. She later became one of the most outspoken accusers in the global Epstein saga. Her testimony played a key role in shining international light on the Epstein-Maxwell sex trafficking ring, and she later founded a survivors' foundation focused on helping victims of abuse. Also read | Epstein papers: Virginia Giuffre claims she was paid $15,000 to have sex with Prince Andrew In 2011, she claimed that she was trafficked to Prince Andrew on three separate occasions, the first time when she was only 17. Prince Andrew's reputation was deeply damaged by the allegations and a subsequent 2019 BBC interview in which he attempted to defend himself but instead drew public ridicule. Though the settlement included no admission of guilt, it was preceded by him stepping down from public royal life.

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Days after Donald Trump jokingly declared his choice for the new Vatican leader, the US President on Saturday (May 3) posted an AI-generated image of himself dressed in papal attire.&nbsp;
In a recent video interview, Trump had jokingly said &ldquo;I&rsquo;d like to be Pope. That would be my number one choice", when asked who he thought should lead the Catholic Church.
The image of Trump dressed like the Pope appeared on his social media platform Truth Social. His new avatar has garnered mixed reactions from social media users. While some found the post humorous, others called it insensitive and accused Trump of mocking Pope Francis&rsquo; death.
The Pope died last month at the age of 88 due to stroke and heart failure, according to a death certificate released last week by Vatican doctor Andrea Arcangeli, reported Reuters.
The image of Trump dressed like the Pope has generated a wave of reactions.
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One of the social media users after seeing the AI-generated image said, &nbsp;"This is extremely disrespectful and narcissistic. republicans really voted for that."
"He posting himself as the Pope isn&rsquo;t just absurd, it&rsquo;s a blasphemous mockery of faith, power, and democracy," wrote another user.
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He posting himself as the Pope isn&rsquo;t just absurd, it&rsquo;s a blasphemous mockery of faith, power, and democracy. This isn&rsquo;t leadership, it&rsquo;s narcissistic idolatry on full display. A man who once bragged about grabbing women, incited a mob on his own Capitol, dodged draft duties, and&hellip;
&mdash; BLOODLINE SAGA 🩸 (@Rockstar82vansh) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rockstar82vansh/status/1918499189496905762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 3, 2025</a></blockquote>

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While a third wrote, &ldquo;I just don&rsquo;t understand how you can hate on this guy,"
&ldquo;Funniest man alive and it&rsquo;s not even close," commented a fourth

The Pope died last month at the age of 88 due to stroke and heart failure, according to a death certificate released last week by Vatican doctor Andrea Arcangeli | Trending World

Days after Donald Trump jokingly declared his choice for the new Vatican leader, the US President on Saturday (May 3) posted an AI-generated image of himself dressed in papal attire. In a recent video interview, Trump had jokingly said “I’d like to be Pope. That would be my number one choice", when asked who he thought should lead the Catholic Church. The image of Trump dressed like the Pope appeared on his social media platform Truth Social. His new avatar has garnered mixed reactions from social media users. While some found the post humorous, others called it insensitive and accused Trump of mocking Pope Francis’ death. The Pope died last month at the age of 88 due to stroke and heart failure, according to a death certificate released last week by Vatican doctor Andrea Arcangeli, reported Reuters. The image of Trump dressed like the Pope has generated a wave of reactions. One of the social media users after seeing the AI-generated image said, "This is extremely disrespectful and narcissistic. republicans really voted for that." "He posting himself as the Pope isn’t just absurd, it’s a blasphemous mockery of faith, power, and democracy," wrote another user. He posting himself as the Pope isn’t just absurd, it’s a blasphemous mockery of faith, power, and democracy. This isn’t leadership, it’s narcissistic idolatry on full display. A man who once bragged about grabbing women, incited a mob on his own Capitol, dodged draft duties, and… — BLOODLINE SAGA 🩸 (@Rockstar82vansh) May 3, 2025 While a third wrote, “I just don’t understand how you can hate on this guy," “Funniest man alive and it’s not even close," commented a fourth

Trump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’

In a major announcement made on Friday (May 2) Grand Theft Auto VI popularly known as GTA 6 has delayed its release date. The announcement might break the hearts of many gaming fans, but it does bring some relief considering the release date is officially out. As things stand, Grand Theft Auto VI will be launched on 26 May 2026, more than a year at the time of writing, despite expectations of a release date in the second half of 2025.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">GTA 6 release delayed<o:p></o:p></h2>
&ldquo;With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception. We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve," Rockstar Games said.<o:p></o:p>
The studio added, &ldquo;We look forward to sharing more information with you soon.&rdquo;<o:p></o:p>
With more than 251 million views since dropping on the internet a year ago, there has been a huge craze from gaming fans. The trailer revealed several key details about the game, including its setting, and confirmed that it will feature two protagonists, Lucia and Jason, who appear to be inspired by the duo Bonnie and Clyde.<o:p></o:p>
Lucia will be the first-ever female character in the latest launch. However, like GTA 5, GTA 6 will be a multiple-character storyline with more realistic characters, improved police chases, and better stealth mechanics.<o:p></o:p>
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Rockstar even issued an apology for the delay in the release date and understands the frustration of fans.<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">GTA 6 price, pre-order expectations<o:p></o:p></h2>
GTA 6 price may start at around $71 in India for the standard edition while the special edition with mods could be priced at $87. In the USA, the GTA 6 price could be around $100. There is no official word about the pre-orders at the moment.<o:p></o:p>

In a major announcement made on Friday (May 2) Grand Theft Auto VI popularly known as GTA 6 has delayed its release date and is set for a launch in 2026. Trending | World

In a major announcement made on Friday (May 2) Grand Theft Auto VI popularly known as GTA 6 has delayed its release date. The announcement might break the hearts of many gaming fans, but it does bring some relief considering the release date is officially out. As things stand, Grand Theft Auto VI will be launched on 26 May 2026, more than a year at the time of writing, despite expectations of a release date in the second half of 2025. Grand Theft Auto VI is now set to release on May 26, 2026. https://t.co/YgaIn1cYc8 pic.twitter.com/cyeK7GM6Ob — Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) May 2, 2025 GTA 6 release delayed “With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception. We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve," Rockstar Games said. The studio added, “We look forward to sharing more information with you soon.” With more than 251 million views since dropping on the internet a year ago, there has been a huge craze from gaming fans. The trailer revealed several key details about the game, including its setting, and confirmed that it will feature two protagonists, Lucia and Jason, who appear to be inspired by the duo Bonnie and Clyde. Lucia will be the first-ever female character in the latest launch. However, like GTA 5, GTA 6 will be a multiple-character storyline with more realistic characters, improved police chases, and better stealth mechanics. ALSO READ | Sai Sudharsan on Shastri's preferred list for away England tour; ex-coach also backs left-arm quicks for selection Rockstar even issued an apology for the delay in the release date and understands the frustration of fans. GTA 6 price, pre-order expectations GTA 6 price may start at around $71 in India for the standard edition while the special edition with mods could be priced at $87. In the USA, the GTA 6 price could be around $100. There is no official word about the pre-orders at the moment.

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Three children, 8-year-old twin boys and a 10-year-old boy, were recovered from the house of horror in the Spanish city of Oviedo, where they had been confined since the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;
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The children&rsquo;s parents, a 53-year-old German man and a 48-year-old American woman, were arrested by the Oviedo Police Department on 28th April. They were charged with domestic violence, with habitual psychological abuse and child abandonment.
The investigators told the local newspaper El Comercio that the parents trapped their children in a room after encountering COVID-19 syndrome. They lived in fear until the police raided the villa during the power outage in the outskirts of the northern Spanish city.&nbsp;
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<h2>Squalid Conditions of the House</h2>
The Children were forced to sleep in caged beds and were not allowed to step outdoors. They were forced to wear masks and children's diapers. There were defaced dolls, stockpiles of masks, medications and garbage inside the house. The police also spotted a sick cat inside the house requiring medical attention.
The children were not sick but dirty. Because of the confinement, they were scared when taken outside to the garden by the agents.
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The family moved into the house in October 2021, and since then they have been living in reclusion till now despite the covid restrictions being lifted in Spain in March 2022. The house was registered under the name of the father.&nbsp;
The neighbours reported that the family used to live a solitary lifestyle; they had only witnessed the father step outside occasionally to gather supplies.
An investigator reflecting on the Covid-19 pandemic told newspaper El Mundo, &ldquo;we have all been affected by covid-19 syndrome and the consequences of the pandemic. We can all reflect on what led a family to live in confinement for so long.
According to the Spanish outlet El Mundo, the children were clearly at risk of unsanitation and were completely cut off from reality. Chief Superintendent Francisco Javier Lozano termed the house the &ldquo;House of Horror&rdquo;.
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Read the shocking rescue of three children from a house of horror in Oviedo, Spain and the grim conditions they endured since the COVID-pandemic | Trending | Europe |

Three children, 8-year-old twin boys and a 10-year-old boy, were recovered from the house of horror in the Spanish city of Oviedo, where they had been confined since the COVID-19 pandemic. Read also: Indo-Pak standoff: Pakistan drops Bollywood beats from FM amid rising tensions The children’s parents, a 53-year-old German man and a 48-year-old American woman, were arrested by the Oviedo Police Department on 28th April. They were charged with domestic violence, with habitual psychological abuse and child abandonment. The investigators told the local newspaper El Comercio that the parents trapped their children in a room after encountering COVID-19 syndrome. They lived in fear until the police raided the villa during the power outage in the outskirts of the northern Spanish city. Read also: Scientists detect strongest hints of Planet Nine lurking way beyond Pluto Squalid Conditions of the House The Children were forced to sleep in caged beds and were not allowed to step outdoors. They were forced to wear masks and children's diapers. There were defaced dolls, stockpiles of masks, medications and garbage inside the house. The police also spotted a sick cat inside the house requiring medical attention. The children were not sick but dirty. Because of the confinement, they were scared when taken outside to the garden by the agents. Read also: Pahalgam terror strike: Calculated strategy or suicidal gamble by Pakistan The family moved into the house in October 2021, and since then they have been living in reclusion till now despite the covid restrictions being lifted in Spain in March 2022. The house was registered under the name of the father. The neighbours reported that the family used to live a solitary lifestyle; they had only witnessed the father step outside occasionally to gather supplies. An investigator reflecting on the Covid-19 pandemic told newspaper El Mundo, “we have all been affected by covid-19 syndrome and the consequences of the pandemic. We can all reflect on what led a family to live in confinement for so long. According to the Spanish outlet El Mundo, the children were clearly at risk of unsanitation and were completely cut off from reality. Chief Superintendent Francisco Javier Lozano termed the house the “House of Horror”. Read Also: Centuries-old mathematical problem solved by getting rid of a pesky detail

'House of horror': Children aged 8 and 10, prisoned by parents since Covid, rescued

Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates&rsquo; daughter while appearing on a podcast on Wednesday (May1) accidentlly revealed that her father is suffering from Asperger&rsquo;s syndrome. The 22-year-old Stanford student Phoebe Gates made the revelation during an appearance on the hit podcast Call Her Daddy, hosted by Alex Cooper, reported the Dailymail.
Answering to a question that how it is like to bring dates home to her dad, world's most recognizable personality, Phoebe said, "For the guy, terrifying. For me, it&rsquo;s hilarious because my dad&rsquo;s pretty socially awkward. Like he&rsquo;s said before, he has Asperger&rsquo;s. So, like to me, it&rsquo;s so funny."
Then she went to say "My dad is pretty socially awkward. He's said he, you know, has Asperger's."
<h2>Has Biill Gates publicly accepted having Asperger&rsquo;s syndrome?</h2>
Though, Bill Gates has never publicly said that he has Asperger&rsquo;s syndrome, the 69-year-old billionaire has sometimes spoken about &nbsp; having autism spectrum disorder (ASD) earlier.
This was even mentioned in the billionaires 2025 memoir, &ldquo;Source Code.&rdquo;
&ldquo;If I were growing up today, I probably would be diagnosed on the autism spectrum. During my childhood, the fact that some people&rsquo;s brains process information differently from others wasn&rsquo;t widely understood. My parents had no guideposts or textbooks to help them grasp why their son became so obsessed with certain projects, missed social cues, and could be rude and inappropriate without seeming to notice his effect on others," he wrote
<h2>What is Asperger&rsquo;s syndrome</h2>
Asperger&rsquo;s syndrome is a developmental disorder affecting ability to effectively socialise and communicate. People with this condition are generally awkward while interacting with a large group or moving out socially. They have an all-absorbing interest in specific topics.
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Communication training and behavioural therapy is required to help such people come out of the condition and socialise effectively.

The 22-year-old Stanford student Phoebe Gates made the revelation about her dad Bill Gates during an appearance on the hit podcast Call Her Daddy | Trending

Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates’ daughter while appearing on a podcast on Wednesday (May1) accidentlly revealed that her father is suffering from Asperger’s syndrome. The 22-year-old Stanford student Phoebe Gates made the revelation during an appearance on the hit podcast Call Her Daddy, hosted by Alex Cooper, reported the Dailymail. Answering to a question that how it is like to bring dates home to her dad, world's most recognizable personality, Phoebe said, "For the guy, terrifying. For me, it’s hilarious because my dad’s pretty socially awkward. Like he’s said before, he has Asperger’s. So, like to me, it’s so funny." Then she went to say "My dad is pretty socially awkward. He's said he, you know, has Asperger's." Has Biill Gates publicly accepted having Asperger’s syndrome? Though, Bill Gates has never publicly said that he has Asperger’s syndrome, the 69-year-old billionaire has sometimes spoken about having autism spectrum disorder (ASD) earlier. This was even mentioned in the billionaires 2025 memoir, “Source Code.” “If I were growing up today, I probably would be diagnosed on the autism spectrum. During my childhood, the fact that some people’s brains process information differently from others wasn’t widely understood. My parents had no guideposts or textbooks to help them grasp why their son became so obsessed with certain projects, missed social cues, and could be rude and inappropriate without seeming to notice his effect on others," he wrote What is Asperger’s syndrome Asperger’s syndrome is a developmental disorder affecting ability to effectively socialise and communicate. People with this condition are generally awkward while interacting with a large group or moving out socially. They have an all-absorbing interest in specific topics. Also Read: Scientists detect strongest hints of Planet Nine lurking way beyond Pluto Communication training and behavioural therapy is required to help such people come out of the condition and socialise effectively.

Bill Gates daughter accidentally reveals his medical condition. Here's what she said

Delhi-NCR woke up on Friday (May 2) with heavy rain, thunderstorms and waterlogging. The situation was daunting as at least four people were killed and over 100 flights were delayed.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/heavy-rain-hit-delhi-ncr-waterlogging-disrupts-traffic-9025263">Heavy rain hit Delhi-NCR, waterlogging disrupts traffic</a>
But the residents of the national capital, as always, take a dig at the bad weather with their humour. Just like the roads of the Delhi, internet was also flooded - but with memes.&nbsp;
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s like the earth is possessed,&rdquo; one internet user wrote on the social media platform X.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/morning-news-brief-pakistan-violates-ceasefire-along-loc-for-8th-time-heavy-rain-in-delhi-and-more-9024419">Morning news brief: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC for 8th time; heavy rain in Delhi, and more</a>
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A dramatic weather change as heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across the city, offering much-needed relief from the intense summer heat. The downpour cooled temperatures significantly, bringing smiles to residents and disrupting traffic in some areas. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiWeather</a> <a href="https://t.co/OKtPDcuhh7">pic.twitter.com/OKtPDcuhh7</a>
&mdash; Utkarsh Shukla (@gumnaamtweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/gumnaamtweets/status/1918103575483338907?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, another user said&nbsp;Delhi &ldquo;feels like a hill station today - crisp, chilly, and just perfect".&nbsp;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiWeather</a> Delhi feels like a hill station today &mdash; crisp, chilly, and just perfect. God&rsquo;s been kind. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Grateful?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Grateful</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> <a href="https://t.co/4TFoRqrSMs">pic.twitter.com/4TFoRqrSMs</a>
&mdash; Geetu Moza (@Geetu_Moza) <a href="https://twitter.com/Geetu_Moza/status/1918138738992959678?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
Apart from that, Delhites also had memes for those who had to go to the office in the haunting weather:
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Crazy THUNDERSTORM in Delhi! The weather is absolutely insane right now. Who else got woken up by the lightning and thunder!?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiRains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiWeather</a> <a href="https://t.co/i6NQ46kD5R">pic.twitter.com/i6NQ46kD5R</a>
&mdash; NanC (@_TheNaniVerse_) <a href="https://twitter.com/_TheNaniVerse_/status/1918108645620961599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Good weather changes your day. You feel more positive You feel more relaxed You have that extra confidence of converting your deals. Wishing you all a very good day.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FridayVibes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FridayVibes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiWeather</a> <a href="https://t.co/jtwxc2Y77y">pic.twitter.com/jtwxc2Y77y</a>
&mdash; Keshav (@keshavtweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/keshavtweets/status/1918182036411695345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Gurgaon under massive thunderstorm at 5:00 in the morning..!! The wind was so strong..!!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiRains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gurgaon?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gurgaon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gurgaonrains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gurgaonrains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thunderstorm?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thunderstorm</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiNCR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiNCR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiWeather?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiWeather</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gurgram?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gurgram</a> <a href="https://t.co/ELq2XAIJ0o">pic.twitter.com/ELq2XAIJ0o</a>
&mdash; Jayam Bansal (@jb_returns) <a href="https://twitter.com/jb_returns/status/1918104538294210876?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit the national capital and NCR on Friday (May 2). Four people, one woman and her three children, have been reported dead so far. More than 100 flights were delayed after IMD issued a warning and the Delhi Airport issued an advisory.&nbsp;

Trending | India News | Delhi-NCR woke up on Friday (May 2) with heavy rain, thunderstorms and waterlogging. The situation was daunting as at least four people were killed and over 100 flights were delayed.

Delhi-NCR woke up on Friday (May 2) with heavy rain, thunderstorms and waterlogging. The situation was daunting as at least four people were killed and over 100 flights were delayed. Also read: Heavy rain hit Delhi-NCR, waterlogging disrupts traffic But the residents of the national capital, as always, take a dig at the bad weather with their humour. Just like the roads of the Delhi, internet was also flooded - but with memes. “It’s like the earth is possessed,” one internet user wrote on the social media platform X. Also read: Morning news brief: Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC for 8th time; heavy rain in Delhi, and more A dramatic weather change as heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across the city, offering much-needed relief from the intense summer heat. The downpour cooled temperatures significantly, bringing smiles to residents and disrupting traffic in some areas. #Delhi #DelhiWeather pic.twitter.com/OKtPDcuhh7 — Utkarsh Shukla (@gumnaamtweets) May 2, 2025 Meanwhile, another user said Delhi “feels like a hill station today - crisp, chilly, and just perfect". #DelhiWeather Delhi feels like a hill station today — crisp, chilly, and just perfect. God’s been kind. #Grateful#Delhi pic.twitter.com/4TFoRqrSMs — Geetu Moza (@Geetu_Moza) May 2, 2025 Apart from that, Delhites also had memes for those who had to go to the office in the haunting weather: Also read: India: Delhi Comes To A Standstill After Hours Of Unseasonal Rain, Thunderstorms Crazy THUNDERSTORM in Delhi! The weather is absolutely insane right now. Who else got woken up by the lightning and thunder!?#Delhi #DelhiRains #DelhiWeather pic.twitter.com/i6NQ46kD5R — NanC (@_TheNaniVerse_) May 2, 2025 Good weather changes your day. You feel more positive You feel more relaxed You have that extra confidence of converting your deals. Wishing you all a very good day.#FridayVibes #DelhiWeather pic.twitter.com/jtwxc2Y77y — Keshav (@keshavtweets) May 2, 2025 Gurgaon under massive thunderstorm at 5:00 in the morning..!! The wind was so strong..!!#DelhiRains #Delhi #gurgaon #gurgaonrains #thunderstorm #DelhiNCR #Rain #DelhiWeather #Gurgram pic.twitter.com/ELq2XAIJ0o — Jayam Bansal (@jb_returns) May 2, 2025 Also read: Over 100 flights delayed, 4 dead after heavy rain, storm hit Delhi-NCR Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit the national capital and NCR on Friday (May 2). Four people, one woman and her three children, have been reported dead so far. More than 100 flights were delayed after IMD issued a warning and the Delhi Airport issued an advisory.

Delhi-NCR waterlogging: Residents laugh amid morning misery | Internet flooded with memes

A 115-year-old British woman has become the world's oldest person. Ethel Caterham who lives at a care home in Surrey, London reached the milestone after the death of a Brazilian nun Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, at the age of 116, said the Guinness World Records&nbsp;
Born on August 21, 1909, Ethel is the second youngest of eight children. She has outlived her husband and both her daughters and says the reason behind her longevity was "never arguing with anyone, I listen and I do what I like".
She is also the last living subject of King Edward VII, and the oldest British person ever, according to the "Oldest in Britain" database.
The King conveyed his "warmest good wishes" and "hoped that Ethel enjoys her incredibly special day", according to BBC.
<h2>The India connect and marriage</h2>
At the age of 18 she was brought to British India by a military family as an au pair. Three years later, Ethel returned to England and in 1931 she met her husband, Lt Col Norman Caterham and got married to him in 1933 at Salisbury Cathedral.
The couple had two daughters in Gibraltar and Hong Kong where Norman served as a senior officer in the Royal Army Pay Corps. Soon after having children they returned to Britain and in 1976 Ethel's husband died.
For over 50 years, Ethel has been living in Surrey and has three granddaughters and five great-grandchildren.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve been all over the world and I&rsquo;ve ended up in this lovely home, where everyone is falling over themselves for me, giving me everything I want,&rdquo; Ethel was quoted as saying by The Guardian

Born on August 21, 1909, British woman Ethel Caterham is the second youngest of eight children. She has outlived her husband and both her daughters | Trending

A 115-year-old British woman has become the world's oldest person. Ethel Caterham who lives at a care home in Surrey, London reached the milestone after the death of a Brazilian nun Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, at the age of 116, said the Guinness World Records Born on August 21, 1909, Ethel is the second youngest of eight children. She has outlived her husband and both her daughters and says the reason behind her longevity was "never arguing with anyone, I listen and I do what I like". She is also the last living subject of King Edward VII, and the oldest British person ever, according to the "Oldest in Britain" database. The King conveyed his "warmest good wishes" and "hoped that Ethel enjoys her incredibly special day", according to BBC. The India connect and marriage At the age of 18 she was brought to British India by a military family as an au pair. Three years later, Ethel returned to England and in 1931 she met her husband, Lt Col Norman Caterham and got married to him in 1933 at Salisbury Cathedral. The couple had two daughters in Gibraltar and Hong Kong where Norman served as a senior officer in the Royal Army Pay Corps. Soon after having children they returned to Britain and in 1976 Ethel's husband died. For over 50 years, Ethel has been living in Surrey and has three granddaughters and five great-grandchildren. “I’ve been all over the world and I’ve ended up in this lovely home, where everyone is falling over themselves for me, giving me everything I want,” Ethel was quoted as saying by The Guardian

British woman named world's oldest at 115 has an Indian connect. Here's what it is

In an unusual incident, a driver of a state transport bus in India's Karnataka state stopped the bus midway to offer namaz with the passengers waiting inside the vehicle. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media platforms.
The incident reportedly took place on April 29, during a scheduled trip between Hubballi and Haveri.
In the clip gone viral, one can see the bus driver in khaki uniform offering namaz on the seats of the bus as passengers sit waiting for him to drive the vehicle. The video seems to be taken by one of the passengers sitting inside the bus.
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KSRTC driver stops a bus mid-route between Hubballi &amp; Haveri to offer namaz&mdash;asks passengers to vacate seats to make space to perform the Islamic ritual, also delaying their journey. This is Wazir-e-ala <a href="https://twitter.com/siddaramaiah?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@siddaramaiah</a>&rsquo;s Karnataka: where sacred Jenu threads are cut just to enter&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/iCVV1Txdzs">pic.twitter.com/iCVV1Txdzs</a>
&mdash; BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4Karnataka/status/1917908449918427533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Driver suspended</h2>
Soon after the video went viral and triggered sharp public reactions about the propriety of religious observance during official duty hours, an inquiry was ordered by Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy.
The minister wrote a letter to the North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation saying it was not correct to stop the bus midway and perform namaz.
Following the complaint, the transport department immediately took action and suspended the driver until the investigation into the incident concludes.
"A video has been viral in the media, about a Driver-cum- Conductor of North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) offering 'namaz' by stopping bus enroute &nbsp;plying between Hubli to Haveri on 29th April evening. The staff working in a public service have to follow specific rules and regulations compulsorily. Even though everyone has a right to practice any religion, they can do so except during office hours. It is objectionable to perform namaz by stopping the bus midway, even though there are passengers travelling in the bus. It is instructed to conduct an immediate enquiry into the said viral video and to take disciplinary action if the staff is found guilty." said Reddy in a statement.
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Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy says, "A video has been viral in the media, about a Driver-cum- Conductor of North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) offering 'namaz' by stopping bus enroute plying between Hubli to Haveri on 29th April evening. The staff&hellip;
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1917875904866644126?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The Managing Director of the North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) was also directed by the minister to ensure such incidents don't happen again.
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The incident of the driver offering namaz midway reportedly took place on April 29, during a scheduled trip between Hubballi and Haveri | Trending

In an unusual incident, a driver of a state transport bus in India's Karnataka state stopped the bus midway to offer namaz with the passengers waiting inside the vehicle. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media platforms. The incident reportedly took place on April 29, during a scheduled trip between Hubballi and Haveri. In the clip gone viral, one can see the bus driver in khaki uniform offering namaz on the seats of the bus as passengers sit waiting for him to drive the vehicle. The video seems to be taken by one of the passengers sitting inside the bus. KSRTC driver stops a bus mid-route between Hubballi & Haveri to offer namaz—asks passengers to vacate seats to make space to perform the Islamic ritual, also delaying their journey. This is Wazir-e-ala @siddaramaiah’s Karnataka: where sacred Jenu threads are cut just to enter… pic.twitter.com/iCVV1Txdzs — BJP Karnataka (@BJP4Karnataka) May 1, 2025 Driver suspended Soon after the video went viral and triggered sharp public reactions about the propriety of religious observance during official duty hours, an inquiry was ordered by Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy. The minister wrote a letter to the North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation saying it was not correct to stop the bus midway and perform namaz. Following the complaint, the transport department immediately took action and suspended the driver until the investigation into the incident concludes. "A video has been viral in the media, about a Driver-cum- Conductor of North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) offering 'namaz' by stopping bus enroute plying between Hubli to Haveri on 29th April evening. The staff working in a public service have to follow specific rules and regulations compulsorily. Even though everyone has a right to practice any religion, they can do so except during office hours. It is objectionable to perform namaz by stopping the bus midway, even though there are passengers travelling in the bus. It is instructed to conduct an immediate enquiry into the said viral video and to take disciplinary action if the staff is found guilty." said Reddy in a statement. Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy says, "A video has been viral in the media, about a Driver-cum- Conductor of North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) offering 'namaz' by stopping bus enroute plying between Hubli to Haveri on 29th April evening. The staff… — ANI (@ANI) May 1, 2025 The Managing Director of the North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) was also directed by the minister to ensure such incidents don't happen again.

Karnataka driver stops bus midway to offer namaz, gets suspended after video goes viral

Japan's renowned Shinkansen bullet train network came to an unexpected halt on Wednesday (Apr 30) evening after a snake slithered onto an overhead power line, triggering a power outage that stranded hundreds of passengers during the peak of Golden Week travel.
<h2>What happened?</h2>
As per a Guardian report, the incident occurred around 5:25 pm between Maibara and Gifu-Hashima stations on the Tokaido Shinkansen, the country's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka.
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The metre-long snake reportedly climbed an electricity pole before wrapping itself around the live line, causing a short circuit and dying in the process.
Power was not restored until after 7 pm, forcing a temporary suspension of services and leading to delays that rippled across the line. Although train interiors remained lit and air-conditioned, many passengers were stuck on stationary trains for over an hour.
<h2>A busy week spoilt&nbsp;</h2>
The timing of the disruption could hardly have been worse. Golden Week&mdash;a string of national holidays in China&mdash;had just begun, with millions of Japanese citizens travelling to visit family or take vacations.
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Additionally, the ongoing Osaka Expo 2025, which opened earlier this month and runs through October, has been drawing record crowds to the Kansai region.
"I use the shinkansen several times a month, but this is the first time I have experienced suspensions due to a power outage," Satoshi Tagawa, 46, told Kyodo News while waiting to return to Tokyo.
<h2>A rare interruption</h2>
The Tokaido Shinkansen, operated by Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai), boasts one of the world's most impressive safety and punctuality records. Since its debut just before the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the line has transported more than 7 billion passengers without any fatal accidents. Trains run at speeds of up to 285 km/h and typically arrive within an average of 1.6 minutes of their scheduled times.
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Trending | World | A snake on a power line caused a halt to Japan's Shinkansen bullet train, stranding passengers during Golden Week, a peak travel period with millions on the move.

Japan's renowned Shinkansen bullet train network came to an unexpected halt on Wednesday (Apr 30) evening after a snake slithered onto an overhead power line, triggering a power outage that stranded hundreds of passengers during the peak of Golden Week travel. What happened? As per a Guardian report, the incident occurred around 5:25 pm between Maibara and Gifu-Hashima stations on the Tokaido Shinkansen, the country's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. Also read | Snake sperm for good vocals? American singer Jessica Simpson's Chinese drink has internet talking The metre-long snake reportedly climbed an electricity pole before wrapping itself around the live line, causing a short circuit and dying in the process. Power was not restored until after 7 pm, forcing a temporary suspension of services and leading to delays that rippled across the line. Although train interiors remained lit and air-conditioned, many passengers were stuck on stationary trains for over an hour. A busy week spoilt The timing of the disruption could hardly have been worse. Golden Week—a string of national holidays in China—had just begun, with millions of Japanese citizens travelling to visit family or take vacations. Also read | Japanese man hid father's dead body for 2 years, continued to draw his pension Additionally, the ongoing Osaka Expo 2025, which opened earlier this month and runs through October, has been drawing record crowds to the Kansai region. "I use the shinkansen several times a month, but this is the first time I have experienced suspensions due to a power outage," Satoshi Tagawa, 46, told Kyodo News while waiting to return to Tokyo. A rare interruption The Tokaido Shinkansen, operated by Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai), boasts one of the world's most impressive safety and punctuality records. Since its debut just before the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the line has transported more than 7 billion passengers without any fatal accidents. Trains run at speeds of up to 285 km/h and typically arrive within an average of 1.6 minutes of their scheduled times.

Snake causes power outage on Japan's Shinkansen bullet train, stranding hundreds during golden week

A London-based entrepreneur has spoken about her two-decade struggle with debilitating period and what caused it. Valentina Milanova, originally from Bulgaria endured excruciating periods from the age of nine and feared she could be dying of a mysterious disease before she came to know that is an 8cm ovarian cyst, "filled with hair and teeth" that was behind her condition, reported The Independent.
<h2>Years of misdiagnosis</h2>
&ldquo;I was very surprised &ndash; I didn&rsquo;t know what was happening to my body, because no one had had a conversation with me yet about what to expect from menstruation,&rdquo; she recalled.
&ldquo;I thought I had some kind of a disease, or maybe I was dying," Valentina added.
She faced years of misdiagnosis and was even prescribed contraceptive pill at the age of 11. This did provide Valentina &nbsp;temporary relief, but a few years later the symptoms came back to haunt her.
Only when she turned 15 that an intravaginal scan revealed an ovarian cyst, leading to a polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis - a hormonal disorder that causing irregular periods, excess androgen levels, and ovarian cysts. Later the doctors confirmed it be a dermoid cyst - a benign tumour that can contain hair, teeth, skin &nbsp;or other body parts tissue, reported the media outlet.
These tumours form when fully developed tissue collects in an odd location like the ovaries.
<h2>Doctors remove cyst</h2>
The doctors removed the 8cm cyst but Valentina has continued to experience ovarian cysts &ldquo;from time to time&rdquo;.
&ldquo;It was a relief to finally be diagnosed but the pain did not stop there &ndash; I can&rsquo;t believe it took as long as it did to find out what the problem was,&rdquo; she was reported saying by media house.
Milanova tries to keep her pain under control through various forms of exercises like pelvic floor stretches, heat cycling and heat therapy.

The  London-based entrepreneur faced years of misdiagnosis and was even prescribed contraceptive pill at the age of 11, which did provide some relief | Trending

A London-based entrepreneur has spoken about her two-decade struggle with debilitating period and what caused it. Valentina Milanova, originally from Bulgaria endured excruciating periods from the age of nine and feared she could be dying of a mysterious disease before she came to know that is an 8cm ovarian cyst, "filled with hair and teeth" that was behind her condition, reported The Independent. Years of misdiagnosis “I was very surprised – I didn’t know what was happening to my body, because no one had had a conversation with me yet about what to expect from menstruation,” she recalled. “I thought I had some kind of a disease, or maybe I was dying," Valentina added. She faced years of misdiagnosis and was even prescribed contraceptive pill at the age of 11. This did provide Valentina temporary relief, but a few years later the symptoms came back to haunt her. Only when she turned 15 that an intravaginal scan revealed an ovarian cyst, leading to a polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis - a hormonal disorder that causing irregular periods, excess androgen levels, and ovarian cysts. Later the doctors confirmed it be a dermoid cyst - a benign tumour that can contain hair, teeth, skin or other body parts tissue, reported the media outlet. These tumours form when fully developed tissue collects in an odd location like the ovaries. Doctors remove cyst The doctors removed the 8cm cyst but Valentina has continued to experience ovarian cysts “from time to time”. “It was a relief to finally be diagnosed but the pain did not stop there – I can’t believe it took as long as it did to find out what the problem was,” she was reported saying by media house. Milanova tries to keep her pain under control through various forms of exercises like pelvic floor stretches, heat cycling and heat therapy.

UK Woman struggled with period pains for years before being diagnosed with cyst having hair, teeth

We all know Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of multinational companies are paid really handsomely, but have you ever wondered how much Google CEO Sundar Pichai might be drawing as his annual salary? Well we have that answer. Yes, you heard that right. In 2024 Pichai made a whopping $10.73 million, according to the 2025 Proxy Statement released by Alphabet Inc, the parent company of Google.&nbsp;
Though this is way less than the $226 million he made back in 2022, it&rsquo;s still a mammoth amount. According to an estimate, the salary is 32 times more than that of an average employee. A full-time Google employee earned USD 331,894 last year, on an average.
Notably, his base salary sits at $2 million and the bulk of the salary comes from stock awards and other forms of compensation. However what has caught the attention of everybody is the company&rsquo;s spending on his personal security.
<h2>Pichai's security cost Alphabet a mammoth sum</h2>
Alphabet in 2024 spent a whopping $8.27 million to arrange for Pichai's security, which is 22% more than the $6.78 million spent in 2023.
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Home surveillance to travel protection and even personal drivers are part of this security package
Alphabet does not considers it a personal benefit for Pichai, but a necessity considering the risks associated with being the CEO of one of the top companies of the world.
"Due to Sundar's significant public profile, Alphabet provides him with security protection," Alphabet's 2025 proxy statement reads.
&nbsp;It further adds "In 2024, Sundar's security arrangements included residential security and consultation fees, security monitoring services, car and driver services, and personal security during all travel."

However what has caught the eye of everybody is the amount Google spends on Sundar Pichai's  personal security, considering the risks associated with being the CEO.

We all know Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of multinational companies are paid really handsomely, but have you ever wondered how much Google CEO Sundar Pichai might be drawing as his annual salary? Well we have that answer. Yes, you heard that right. In 2024 Pichai made a whopping $10.73 million, according to the 2025 Proxy Statement released by Alphabet Inc, the parent company of Google. Though this is way less than the $226 million he made back in 2022, it’s still a mammoth amount. According to an estimate, the salary is 32 times more than that of an average employee. A full-time Google employee earned USD 331,894 last year, on an average. Notably, his base salary sits at $2 million and the bulk of the salary comes from stock awards and other forms of compensation. However what has caught the attention of everybody is the company’s spending on his personal security. Pichai's security cost Alphabet a mammoth sum Alphabet in 2024 spent a whopping $8.27 million to arrange for Pichai's security, which is 22% more than the $6.78 million spent in 2023. Also Read: Sylvester Stallone and Richard Gere got into a 'fist-fight' over Princess Diana, new book reveals Home surveillance to travel protection and even personal drivers are part of this security package Alphabet does not considers it a personal benefit for Pichai, but a necessity considering the risks associated with being the CEO of one of the top companies of the world. "Due to Sundar's significant public profile, Alphabet provides him with security protection," Alphabet's 2025 proxy statement reads. It further adds "In 2024, Sundar's security arrangements included residential security and consultation fees, security monitoring services, car and driver services, and personal security during all travel."

Google CEO Sundar Pichai's salary revealed: Know how much he took home in 2024

Birds are definitely one of the most intelligent and smart animal species. In this article, we have curated a list of birds that can actually talk by mimicking nearly every word you say. Check out the list below!


Say Hi! 6 talking birds that can learn human language

A man drove a minibus into a wedding hall in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district, injuring six people and causing property damage estimated at Rs 3 lakh, after he was unable to find paneer (cottage cheese) at the feast.
According to a report by NDTV, the incident took place during the wedding ceremony of Rajnath Yadav's daughter in Hamidpur village, located in the Mughalsarai Kotwali area. The wedding procession ('baraat') had arrived at the venue on Saturday evening and the celebrations were underway when the disruption occurred.
According to Rajnath Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, who had attended the wedding as a guest, went directly to the food stalls and inquired about paneer dishes. Upon learning that paneer was not available, he became agitated. In response, he reportedly took control of a tempo traveller (minibus) and drove it into the gathering of guests.
As a result, six individuals, including the groom's father and the bride&rsquo;s uncle, sustained injuries. They are currently receiving treatment at a trauma centre in Varanasi. Goods worth more than Rs 3 lakh were also damaged during the incident.
Following the crash, Dharmendra Yadav fled the scene with the vehicle. The groom&rsquo;s family demanded that the wedding ceremony not proceed until legal action was taken. A formal complaint was filed against the accused, after which the wedding was concluded the following day around noon. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

According to Rajnath Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, who had attended the wedding as a guest, went directly to the food stalls and inquired about paneer dishes.

A man drove a minibus into a wedding hall in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district, injuring six people and causing property damage estimated at Rs 3 lakh, after he was unable to find paneer (cottage cheese) at the feast. According to a report by NDTV, the incident took place during the wedding ceremony of Rajnath Yadav's daughter in Hamidpur village, located in the Mughalsarai Kotwali area. The wedding procession ('baraat') had arrived at the venue on Saturday evening and the celebrations were underway when the disruption occurred. According to Rajnath Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, who had attended the wedding as a guest, went directly to the food stalls and inquired about paneer dishes. Upon learning that paneer was not available, he became agitated. In response, he reportedly took control of a tempo traveller (minibus) and drove it into the gathering of guests. As a result, six individuals, including the groom's father and the bride’s uncle, sustained injuries. They are currently receiving treatment at a trauma centre in Varanasi. Goods worth more than Rs 3 lakh were also damaged during the incident. Following the crash, Dharmendra Yadav fled the scene with the vehicle. The groom’s family demanded that the wedding ceremony not proceed until legal action was taken. A formal complaint was filed against the accused, after which the wedding was concluded the following day around noon. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Angered by lack of 'Paneer' at wedding, man rams bus into guests in Uttar Pradesh

A group of American students hosted what they billed as the world's first Sperm Racing competition at the famed Hollywood Palladium on Friday (Apr 25) night, turning heads with a provocative mix of science, spectacle, a cause, and adolescent humour.
The sperm race was organised by four young Americans, who raised a whopping $1.5 million (&pound;1.13 million) in funding.
<h2>What's a sperm race?</h2>
Quite literally, it was a head-to-head race between sperm samples from two healthy university students down an eight-inch (20 cm) long racetrack.
The goal, organisers said, was to raise awareness about male fertility.
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Tristan Mykel, 20, a University of Southern California student competing under the nickname "Tristan Milker," was crowned the champion after beating 19-year-old University of California student Asher Proeger.&nbsp;
In traditional race-day fashion&mdash;with a twist&mdash;the loser was sprayed with a liquid designed to resemble semen.
The samples were deposited onto 2 mm-long tracks modelled after the female reproductive system. These microscopic tracks were magnified 100 times, filmed by specialised cameras, and turned into a 3D animation projected onto big screens for the live audience. Spectators were treated to livestreams, instant replays, and even real-time betting odds.
"There&rsquo;s no way to really tell if this is real, but I want to believe it is," said one spectator while talking to AFP. This basically sums up the surreal experience.
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<h2>Male fertility: Serious message behind adolescence humour</h2>
The "sport's" inventor, 17-year-old Eric Zhu, said that a genuine concern led to the idea.
"There could be this dystopian future where no one will be able to make babies," he said, referring to social media posts that claim average sperm counts had halved over the past 50 years.
While his words echoed that of DOGE and Tesla chief Elon Musk, Zhu said that "I'm not like an Elon Musk, who wants to repopulate the Earth".&nbsp;
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"It's your choice to sleep earlier. It's your choice to stop doing drugs. It's your choice to eat healthier, and all these different things have a significant kind of impact on your motility," Zhu added.
Musk, a supporter of former president Donald Trump, has fathered over a dozen children and frequently comments on the dangers of global population decline.

Trending News | Discover the world's first sperm racing event at Los Angeles' Hollywood Palladium, which blended humour, science and entertainment.

A group of American students hosted what they billed as the world's first Sperm Racing competition at the famed Hollywood Palladium on Friday (Apr 25) night, turning heads with a provocative mix of science, spectacle, a cause, and adolescent humour. The sperm race was organised by four young Americans, who raised a whopping $1.5 million (£1.13 million) in funding. What's a sperm race? Quite literally, it was a head-to-head race between sperm samples from two healthy university students down an eight-inch (20 cm) long racetrack. The goal, organisers said, was to raise awareness about male fertility. Also read | 'Like claiming toy gun took down tank': Grok AI schools Pakistan military, calls out false claims amid India-Pakistan border tensions Tristan Mykel, 20, a University of Southern California student competing under the nickname "Tristan Milker," was crowned the champion after beating 19-year-old University of California student Asher Proeger. In traditional race-day fashion—with a twist—the loser was sprayed with a liquid designed to resemble semen. The samples were deposited onto 2 mm-long tracks modelled after the female reproductive system. These microscopic tracks were magnified 100 times, filmed by specialised cameras, and turned into a 3D animation projected onto big screens for the live audience. Spectators were treated to livestreams, instant replays, and even real-time betting odds. "There’s no way to really tell if this is real, but I want to believe it is," said one spectator while talking to AFP. This basically sums up the surreal experience. Also read | Ukraine war: North Korea, for the FIRST time, admits it sent troops to help Russia Male fertility: Serious message behind adolescence humour The "sport's" inventor, 17-year-old Eric Zhu, said that a genuine concern led to the idea. "There could be this dystopian future where no one will be able to make babies," he said, referring to social media posts that claim average sperm counts had halved over the past 50 years. While his words echoed that of DOGE and Tesla chief Elon Musk, Zhu said that "I'm not like an Elon Musk, who wants to repopulate the Earth". Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage' "It's your choice to sleep earlier. It's your choice to stop doing drugs. It's your choice to eat healthier, and all these different things have a significant kind of impact on your motility," Zhu added. Musk, a supporter of former president Donald Trump, has fathered over a dozen children and frequently comments on the dangers of global population decline.

'World's first' sperm race organised at Los Angeles's Hollywood Palladium for THIS reason

Pahalgam terror attack: Just days after terrorists killed 26 Indian citizens in the horrific Pahalgam attack (Apr 26), Elon Musk's Grok, the AI bot for X, has schooled Islamabad on posting "reckless" information and spreading "fake news".
<h2>What happened?</h2>
In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, intelligence reports confirmed a Pakistan link in the killings of 26 people in India's Kashmir.
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As India took diplomatic action against Islamabad, the Pakistani military, on Sunday (Apr 27) bragged about how it destroyed four Indian border outposts on X.
Posting a photo from an earlier military parade, the Pakistan military wrote, "Pakistan, using its Fatah-l rocket system, has destroyed 04 Indian border outposts."
Commenting on the post, an X user then asked Grok to "roast this guy for spreading fake and misinformation".
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To this, Grok tagging, the Pakistan army X handle said that the claim was "pure fiction" and that "no credible reports back this up".
"April 2025 saw small arms fire along the border, not rocket attacks. That image you shared? It&rsquo;s from a parade, not a battlefield. Flowers and salutes don&rsquo;t exactly scream combat."
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The AI bot then warned Pakistan against spreading fake news: "Spreading fake news like this is reckless, especially with India-Pakistan tensions already high".
"It's like claiming a toy gun took down a tank&mdash;check your facts before posting," it added, before warning Pakistan to "Stick to verified sources, or you&rsquo;re just fuelling mistrust with empty noise".
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Trending | World | Discover how Elon Musk's Grok AI exposed false claims by the Pakistan military amid India-Pakistan tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack.

Pahalgam terror attack: Just days after terrorists killed 26 Indian citizens in the horrific Pahalgam attack (Apr 26), Elon Musk's Grok, the AI bot for X, has schooled Islamabad on posting "reckless" information and spreading "fake news". What happened? In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, intelligence reports confirmed a Pakistan link in the killings of 26 people in India's Kashmir. Also read | Do not be fooled! This list of Pahalgam terror attack victims is FAKE | Fact check As India took diplomatic action against Islamabad, the Pakistani military, on Sunday (Apr 27) bragged about how it destroyed four Indian border outposts on X. Posting a photo from an earlier military parade, the Pakistan military wrote, "Pakistan, using its Fatah-l rocket system, has destroyed 04 Indian border outposts." Commenting on the post, an X user then asked Grok to "roast this guy for spreading fake and misinformation". Also read | Pahalgam terror attack: J&K CM Omar Abdullah's emotional message for tourists: '...it may make our enemies win' To this, Grok tagging, the Pakistan army X handle said that the claim was "pure fiction" and that "no credible reports back this up". "April 2025 saw small arms fire along the border, not rocket attacks. That image you shared? It’s from a parade, not a battlefield. Flowers and salutes don’t exactly scream combat." Also read | Gone but not forgotten: The 26 victims of Pahalgam terror attack The AI bot then warned Pakistan against spreading fake news: "Spreading fake news like this is reckless, especially with India-Pakistan tensions already high". "It's like claiming a toy gun took down a tank—check your facts before posting," it added, before warning Pakistan to "Stick to verified sources, or you’re just fuelling mistrust with empty noise". Watch | Atul Kulkarni visits Pahalgam to support tourism after attack

'Like claiming toy gun took down tank': Grok AI schools Pakistan military, calls out false claims amid India-Pakistan border tensions

Fourty eight&nbsp;hours after the Pahalgam terror attack, speculation is rife that Pakistan army chief Gen Asim Munir and his family have fled the country. It is believed that Chief of the Army Staff Munir, DG ISPR Lt Gen Asim Malik and CJCSC Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza have left Pakistan and have relocated to the United Kingdom and US' New Jersey. It is said that the families used private jets to reach their destination.
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These speculations have come after India has imposed strict norms on Pakistan and Pakistani nationals in the country following the dastardly attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadows that claimed at least 26 lives. Initially, Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility, and days later they shook their hands off, saying it wasn't them and were victims of 'hacking'.
The statement they issued read, "The Resistance Front (TRF) unequivocally denies any involvement in the Pahalgam incident. Any attribution of this act to TRF is false, hasty, and part of an orchestrated campaign to malign the Kashmiri resistance. Shortly after the attack in Pahalgam, a brief and unauthorised message was posted from one of our digital platforms." Gen Munir's disappearance from the public eye has gotten social media speculating about the matter; platforms have been abuzz with theories and more. Time will tell what has transpired and if the Pak Chief Army Staff has gone into hiding. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-jammu-kashmir-let-trf-news-tourists-death-injured-kashmir-bandh-pm-modi-visit-updates-9008880">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan violates ceasefire for fourth consecutive night along LoC</a>
On Tuesday (Apr 22), Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in an interview to news outlet Sky News, said, 'Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn't exist' on their soil and to validate his claims, he added, 'it's extinct.'
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In an attempt to validate, the Pak defence minister said, "Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn't exist in Pakistan anymore; it is extinct. If the parent organisation does not exist, how can the offshoot (The Resistance Front) take birth here?"

Fourty eight hours after the Pahalgam terror attack, speculations are rife that Pakistan army chief Asim Munir and his family have fled the country. Pakistan

Fourty eight hours after the Pahalgam terror attack, speculation is rife that Pakistan army chief Gen Asim Munir and his family have fled the country. It is believed that Chief of the Army Staff Munir, DG ISPR Lt Gen Asim Malik and CJCSC Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza have left Pakistan and have relocated to the United Kingdom and US' New Jersey. It is said that the families used private jets to reach their destination. WATCH | Pahalgam terror attack: High level meeting likely at PM Modi's residence These speculations have come after India has imposed strict norms on Pakistan and Pakistani nationals in the country following the dastardly attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadows that claimed at least 26 lives. Initially, Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility, and days later they shook their hands off, saying it wasn't them and were victims of 'hacking'. The statement they issued read, "The Resistance Front (TRF) unequivocally denies any involvement in the Pahalgam incident. Any attribution of this act to TRF is false, hasty, and part of an orchestrated campaign to malign the Kashmiri resistance. Shortly after the attack in Pahalgam, a brief and unauthorised message was posted from one of our digital platforms." Gen Munir's disappearance from the public eye has gotten social media speculating about the matter; platforms have been abuzz with theories and more. Time will tell what has transpired and if the Pak Chief Army Staff has gone into hiding. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan violates ceasefire for fourth consecutive night along LoC On Tuesday (Apr 22), Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in an interview to news outlet Sky News, said, 'Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn't exist' on their soil and to validate his claims, he added, 'it's extinct.' Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack: China condemns attack but stays silent on Pakistan's involvement In an attempt to validate, the Pak defence minister said, "Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn't exist in Pakistan anymore; it is extinct. If the parent organisation does not exist, how can the offshoot (The Resistance Front) take birth here?"

Pahalgam attack fallout: Did Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir flee the country?

Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 shocked India with its brutality as 26 people were killed by terrorists on the basis of religion. Survivors of the harrowing tragedy have recounted details of how they were targeted for not being Muslim. As the nation mourns the loss, a propaganda message claiming that most of the 26 victims were, in fact, Muslims is circulating on social media, warned PIB Fact Check on X.
<h2>Pahalgam: Fake list</h2>
As per PBI, the nodal agency of the Government of India to disseminate information to the print and electronic media on government, there is "a list is being shared on social media claiming to contain names of the victims of #PahalgamTerrorAttack".
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The government agency stressed that the "list is fake" and warned the public to only trust official sources.
"Beware! Trust only official Government of India sources for authentic information," it noted.
It also shared a screenshot of the purported list, which claims that "out of 26 dead 15 are Muslim names".
"This exposes Godi Media who are shouting since last one day," adds the message that has Muslim sounding names with states including Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra etc.
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A list is being shared on social media claiming to contain names of the victims of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PIBFactCheck?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PIBFactCheck</a> ✔️The list is <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fake?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fake</a> ✔️Beware! Trust only official Government of India sources for authentic Information <a href="https://t.co/ylOWAd7FeP">pic.twitter.com/ylOWAd7FeP</a>
&mdash; PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) <a href="https://twitter.com/PIBFactCheck/status/1916149547908403609?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Pahalgam victims real list</h2>
On 22 April 2025, India's Kashmir was hit by one of the worst terror attacks in the region since Pulwama in 2019.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-jk-cm-omar-abdullahs-emotional-message-for-tourists-it-may-make-our-enemies-win-9006646">Pahalgam terror attack: J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah's emotional message for tourists: '...it may make our enemies win'</a>
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Sushil Nathyal&nbsp;&ndash; Indore
</li>
<li class="" data-end="126" data-start="84">
Syed Adil Hussain Shah&nbsp;&ndash; Pahalgam
</li>
<li class="" data-end="163" data-start="127">
Hemant Suhas Joshi&nbsp;&ndash; Mumbai
</li>
<li class="" data-end="195" data-start="164">
Vinay Narwal&nbsp;&ndash; Haryana
</li>
<li class="" data-end="237" data-start="196">
Atul Shrikant Moni&nbsp;&ndash; Maharashtra
</li>
<li class="" data-end="276" data-start="238">
Neeraj Udhawani&nbsp;&ndash; Uttarakhand
</li>
<li class="" data-end="310" data-start="277">
Bitan Adhikari&nbsp;&ndash; Kolkata
</li>
<li class="" data-end="342" data-start="311">
Sudeep Neupane&nbsp;&ndash; Nepal
</li>
<li class="" data-end="383" data-start="343">
Shubham Dwivedi&nbsp;&ndash; Uttar Pradesh
</li>
<li class="" data-end="426" data-start="384">
Prashant Kumar Satpathi&nbsp;&ndash; Odisha
</li>
<li class="" data-end="458" data-start="427">
Manish Ranjan&nbsp;&ndash; Bihar
</li>
<li class="" data-end="492" data-start="459">
N. Ramachandra&nbsp;&ndash; Kerala
</li>
<li class="" data-end="532" data-start="493">
Sanjay Lakshman Lali&nbsp;&ndash; Mumbai
</li>
<li class="" data-end="570" data-start="533">
Dinesh Agarwal&nbsp;&ndash; Chandigarh
</li>
<li class="" data-end="603" data-start="571">
Sameer Guhar&nbsp;&ndash; Kolkata
</li>
<li class="" data-end="641" data-start="604">
Dileep Dasali&nbsp;&ndash; Maharashtra
</li>
<li class="" data-end="686" data-start="642">
J. Sachandra Moli&nbsp;&ndash; Vishakhapatnam
</li>
<li class="" data-end="729" data-start="687">
Madhusudan Somisetty&nbsp;&ndash; Bengaluru
</li>
<li class="" data-end="768" data-start="730">
Santosh Jaghda&nbsp;&ndash; Maharashtra
</li>
<li class="" data-end="805" data-start="769">
Manju Nath Rao&nbsp;&ndash; Karnataka
</li>
<li class="" data-end="846" data-start="806">
Kastuba Ganvotay&nbsp;&ndash; Maharashtra
</li>
<li class="" data-end="883" data-start="847">
Bharat Bhushan&nbsp;&ndash; Bengaluru
</li>
<li class="" data-end="916" data-start="884">
Sumit Parmar&nbsp;&ndash; Gujarat
</li>
<li class="" data-end="950" data-start="917">
Yatesh Parmar&nbsp;&ndash; Gujarat
</li>
<li class="" data-end="992" data-start="951">
Tagehalying&nbsp;&ndash; Arunachal Pradesh
</li>
<li class="" data-end="1048" data-start="993">
Shaileshbhai H. Himmatbhai Kalathia&nbsp;&ndash; Gujarat
</li>
</ul>
New Delhi has blamed the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba for the attack and announced sweeping retaliatory measures, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, expulsion of Pakistani military officials, visa cancellations, and the closure of the Attari border post.
Pakistan has rejected India's accusations as "frivolous," warning that any disruption of the water treaty would be seen as an "act of war." In retaliation to India's actions, Islamabad has closed its airspace to Indian carriers and halted trade, even through third countries. The South Asian nation also suspended the Shimla Agreement.
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Trending | India News | South Asia | Pakistan | Uncover the truth behind new Pahalgam terror attack fake victims list spreads online; Here's the real list.

Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 shocked India with its brutality as 26 people were killed by terrorists on the basis of religion. Survivors of the harrowing tragedy have recounted details of how they were targeted for not being Muslim. As the nation mourns the loss, a propaganda message claiming that most of the 26 victims were, in fact, Muslims is circulating on social media, warned PIB Fact Check on X. Pahalgam: Fake list As per PBI, the nodal agency of the Government of India to disseminate information to the print and electronic media on government, there is "a list is being shared on social media claiming to contain names of the victims of #PahalgamTerrorAttack". Also read | Gone but not forgotten: The 26 victims of Pahalgam terror attack The government agency stressed that the "list is fake" and warned the public to only trust official sources. "Beware! Trust only official Government of India sources for authentic information," it noted. It also shared a screenshot of the purported list, which claims that "out of 26 dead 15 are Muslim names". "This exposes Godi Media who are shouting since last one day," adds the message that has Muslim sounding names with states including Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra etc. A list is being shared on social media claiming to contain names of the victims of #PahalgamTerrorAttack#PIBFactCheck ✔️The list is #fake ✔️Beware! Trust only official Government of India sources for authentic Information pic.twitter.com/ylOWAd7FeP — PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) April 26, 2025 Pahalgam victims real list On 22 April 2025, India's Kashmir was hit by one of the worst terror attacks in the region since Pulwama in 2019. Also read | Pahalgam terror attack: J&K CM Omar Abdullah's emotional message for tourists: '...it may make our enemies win' Sushil Nathyal – Indore Syed Adil Hussain Shah – Pahalgam Hemant Suhas Joshi – Mumbai Vinay Narwal – Haryana Atul Shrikant Moni – Maharashtra Neeraj Udhawani – Uttarakhand Bitan Adhikari – Kolkata Sudeep Neupane – Nepal Shubham Dwivedi – Uttar Pradesh Prashant Kumar Satpathi – Odisha Manish Ranjan – Bihar N. Ramachandra – Kerala Sanjay Lakshman Lali – Mumbai Dinesh Agarwal – Chandigarh Sameer Guhar – Kolkata Dileep Dasali – Maharashtra J. Sachandra Moli – Vishakhapatnam Madhusudan Somisetty – Bengaluru Santosh Jaghda – Maharashtra Manju Nath Rao – Karnataka Kastuba Ganvotay – Maharashtra Bharat Bhushan – Bengaluru Sumit Parmar – Gujarat Yatesh Parmar – Gujarat Tagehalying – Arunachal Pradesh Shaileshbhai H. Himmatbhai Kalathia – Gujarat New Delhi has blamed the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba for the attack and announced sweeping retaliatory measures, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, expulsion of Pakistani military officials, visa cancellations, and the closure of the Attari border post. Pakistan has rejected India's accusations as "frivolous," warning that any disruption of the water treaty would be seen as an "act of war." In retaliation to India's actions, Islamabad has closed its airspace to Indian carriers and halted trade, even through third countries. The South Asian nation also suspended the Shimla Agreement. Watch | Pahalgam terror attack: Social activist shot at inside his residence in J&K Kupwara

Do not be fooled! This list of Pahalgam terror attack victims is FAKE | Fact check

Russia has lashed out at Britain, accusing it of "hysteria" and issuing a fresh "stop list" banning 21 British politicians from entering Russia. The move, announced on Saturday (Apr 26), is part of Moscow's escalating feud with London over the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The Kremlin accused these UK politicians of trying to "demonise our country" and said the decision will punish Brits that are "actively fabricating anti-Russian narratives."&nbsp;
Since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the UK has imposed sweeping sanctions against Russian oligarchs, diplomats, and companies since Russia's invasion, freezing more than &pound;25 billion in Russian assets.&nbsp;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nothing-to-do-with-stupid-war-trump-rages-at-media-obama-says-no-russia-ukraine-deal-will-silence-critics-in-long-rant-9005436">'Nothing to do with stupid war': Trump rages at media, Obama; says no Russia-Ukraine deal will silence critics in long rant</a>
<h2>Russophobia</h2>
In an angry statement laced with bizarre accusations of "Russophobia," a Kremlin spokesperson accused the UK of "actively fabricating anti-Russian narratives in order to reduce Moscow's influence on the international stage and further pumping weapons into the neo-Nazi regime in Kyiv".
It claimed that "Russophobia and the desire to destroy Russian statehood remain integral elements of British foreign policy, which is completely subordinated to the task of inflicting as much damage as possible on our national interests".
The spokesperson also accused UK officials of trying to "seize Russian assets" and "undermine the foundations of bilateral cooperation." This seems to be a reference to the UK treasury freezing &pound;25 billion ($33.28 billion) worth of Russian assets in the country.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-vladimir-putin-russia-needs-to-be-dealt-with-differently-after-meeting-with-zelensky-9005354">'Putin doesn&rsquo;t want to stop the war': Trump says Russia needs to be 'dealt with differently' after meeting with Zelensky</a>
<h2>Which UK politicians did Russia blacklist?</h2>
The new blacklist spans political lines, targeting 15 MPs and six members of the House of Lords from Labour, the Liberal Democrats, the SNP, and the DUP. It follows previous sanctions Moscow placed on other senior UK politicians, including Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Cabinet members like Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband.
Here's the full list of newly banned UK politicians:
- David Patrick Paul Alton (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Charles Edward Raymond Banner (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Kevan David Jones (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Ross John Kempsell (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Jeremy Purvis (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Julie Elizabeth Smith (House of Lords) &nbsp; - Johanna Baxter (Labour MP) &nbsp; - Philip Michael Brickell (Labour MP) &nbsp; - Stephen Patrick Gethins (SNP MP) &nbsp; - Alexander Morrison Carmichael (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Christopher Austin Francis Coghlan (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Helen Elaine Maguire (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Blair McDougall (Labour MP) &nbsp; - James Neville MacCleary (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Michael Peter Martin (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Manuella Perteghella (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Juan Timothy Charles Roca (Labour MP) &nbsp; - Jeevun Gurpreet Singh Sander (Labour MP) &nbsp; - Aaron Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - William Paul Forster (Liberal Democrat MP) &nbsp; - Richard James Shannon (DUP MP)
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Trending | World | Russia accuses UK of Russophobia, banning British politicians in response to alleged anti-Russian narratives and sanctions over the Ukraine conflict.

Russia has lashed out at Britain, accusing it of "hysteria" and issuing a fresh "stop list" banning 21 British politicians from entering Russia. The move, announced on Saturday (Apr 26), is part of Moscow's escalating feud with London over the ongoing war in Ukraine. The Kremlin accused these UK politicians of trying to "demonise our country" and said the decision will punish Brits that are "actively fabricating anti-Russian narratives." Since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the UK has imposed sweeping sanctions against Russian oligarchs, diplomats, and companies since Russia's invasion, freezing more than £25 billion in Russian assets. Also read | 'Nothing to do with stupid war': Trump rages at media, Obama; says no Russia-Ukraine deal will silence critics in long rant Russophobia In an angry statement laced with bizarre accusations of "Russophobia," a Kremlin spokesperson accused the UK of "actively fabricating anti-Russian narratives in order to reduce Moscow's influence on the international stage and further pumping weapons into the neo-Nazi regime in Kyiv". It claimed that "Russophobia and the desire to destroy Russian statehood remain integral elements of British foreign policy, which is completely subordinated to the task of inflicting as much damage as possible on our national interests". The spokesperson also accused UK officials of trying to "seize Russian assets" and "undermine the foundations of bilateral cooperation." This seems to be a reference to the UK treasury freezing £25 billion ($33.28 billion) worth of Russian assets in the country. Also read | 'Putin doesn’t want to stop the war': Trump says Russia needs to be 'dealt with differently' after meeting with Zelensky Which UK politicians did Russia blacklist? The new blacklist spans political lines, targeting 15 MPs and six members of the House of Lords from Labour, the Liberal Democrats, the SNP, and the DUP. It follows previous sanctions Moscow placed on other senior UK politicians, including Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Cabinet members like Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband. Here's the full list of newly banned UK politicians: - David Patrick Paul Alton (House of Lords) - Charles Edward Raymond Banner (House of Lords) - Kevan David Jones (House of Lords) - Ross John Kempsell (House of Lords) - Jeremy Purvis (House of Lords) - Julie Elizabeth Smith (House of Lords) - Johanna Baxter (Labour MP) - Philip Michael Brickell (Labour MP) - Stephen Patrick Gethins (SNP MP) - Alexander Morrison Carmichael (Liberal Democrat MP) - Christopher Austin Francis Coghlan (Liberal Democrat MP) - Helen Elaine Maguire (Liberal Democrat MP) - Blair McDougall (Labour MP) - James Neville MacCleary (Liberal Democrat MP) - Michael Peter Martin (Liberal Democrat MP) - Manuella Perteghella (Liberal Democrat MP) - Juan Timothy Charles Roca (Labour MP) - Jeevun Gurpreet Singh Sander (Labour MP) - Aaron Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat MP) - William Paul Forster (Liberal Democrat MP) - Richard James Shannon (DUP MP)

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