The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were direct beneficiaries of ₹142 crore in proceeds of crime linked to the ongoing National Herald case. The explosive claim was made during preliminary arguments before Special Judge Vishal Gogne at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Wednesday, intensifying one of the most politically sensitive legal battles in recent times. The probe agency informed the court that the allegations es

San Jose is taking major steps to ramp up housing development by expanding financial incentives aimed at drawing more residential builders into the city. In a unanimous vote on May 13, city leaders approved a boost to its multifamily housing incentive program, increasing the cap on eligible new homes from 1,500 to 1,800 units. Under this initiative, developers can qualify for a 50% reduction in commercial, residential, mobile home park, and building and structure taxes through the end of the yea

The Supreme Court of India is currently hearing a significant challenge to the Waqf Amendment Act, a controversial law passed earlier this year that alters the composition and functioning of Waqf bodies across the country. The hearing, led by a bench headed by Chief Justice BR Gavai, features strong opposition from prominent legal figures who argue that the amendments infringe on religious rights and question the very definition of secularism in India. Senior Advocates Kapil Sibal,

The Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) has officially intervened in the growing conflict between Tollywood producers and theatre exhibitors, urging both parties to reach an immediate resolution to avoid a potential shutdown of theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Over the past week, tensions have escalated over the revenue-sharing model, with exhibitors demanding a shift to a percentage-based system for film collections. In a bold move, theatre owners warned they would shut down

Microsoft has unveiled a powerful new AI agent under the GitHub platform that can independently write, debug, refactor, and update code. Announced during the 2025 Build Developer Conference in Seattle, the GitHub AI agent marks a major leap forward in AI-assisted software development shifting from suggestion-based help to task execution. This new tool goes beyond traditional AI coding assistants by taking full ownership of assigned tasks. While earlier versions of GitHub Copilot sug

Routine health screenings are still underutilized in India, especially among men aged 40 and above. Yet, these check-ups can significantly reduce the risk of fatal diseases, lower long-term healthcare costs, and extend quality of life. With lifestyle diseases on the rise and a surge in prostate and heart conditions, doctors urge Indian men to begin annual health assessments as early as their 40s. Cardiovascular diseases remain

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, according to an official statement from his office. The announcement has drawn renewed attention to prostate cancer, a condition that affects millions of men and is one of the most commonly diagnosed forms of cancer among males globally. We take a closer look at the characteristics of aggressive prostate cancer, what the term signifies medically, how it is typically detected, the treatment options available

Houston has emerged as the fastest-sinking major city in the United States, according to new peer-reviewed research that highlights growing threats to urban infrastructure from land subsidence. The study, published this month in Nature, analyzed satellite radar data over six years and found that 42% of Houston’s area is sinking faster than 5 millimeters per year, with 12% of the region experiencing rates above 10 millimeters annually. The phenomenon of land subsidence

In a decisive move to boost economic development and job creation, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has approved investment proposals worth ₹33,000 crore during the sixth meeting of the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB). The approvals span across 19 major projects and are expected to generate 35,000 new jobs in key sectors such as energy, tourism, IT, and electronics. The meeting, held at the Secretariat, marks a strategic continuation of the government's push fo

A recent event involving Miss World 2025 contestants has ignited a political and cultural firestorm in Telangana. The controversy erupted after a video surfaced showing women volunteers washing and wiping the feet of international beauty pageant participants before their entry into the historic Ramappa temple, located in Mulugu district. This act, which was meant as a ceremonial welcome, has been widely criticized by political parties and social groups who view it as a blow to the dignity and

OpenAI has launched its highly anticipated GPT-4.1 model family for ChatGPT users, bringing a new level of performance and functionality in artificial intelligence. The rollout includes three variants: GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and GPT-4.1 nano. However, there's a catch only ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Teams users will be able to access them. Free-tier users will remain limited to GPT-4o for now. According to OpenAI’s announcement shared on X (formerly Twitter) and its blog, the n

Ben Cohen, co-founder of the iconic Ben & Jerry’s ice cream brand and a longtime progressive activist, was arrested on Wednesday at the United States Capitol after disrupting a Senate hearing with an impassioned protest against U.S. support for Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. His arrest came during a session where Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was testifying on budget matters, including proposed Medicaid cuts. Cohen, 74, shouted from the gallery, “

Yamal Said, the drummer for the Austin-based band Lord Buffalo, was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents on Monday at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Said, a Mexican national and lawful permanent resident of the United States, was reportedly removed from a Europe-bound flight and handed over to local authorities due to an active arrest warrant, according to CBP officials. The band took to Facebook on Wednesday to break the news, stating that the drummer was forc

In a significant move toward strengthening child protection laws in the state, the Texas House has tentatively approved House Bill 168, a proposal aimed at closing legal loopholes that currently allow for child marriages under certain conditions. The bill, authored by Rep. Jon Rosenthal, a Democrat from Houston, passed with a vote of 83-51 and is scheduled for a final vote later this week. If it clears that hurdle, the legislation will advance to the Senate. House Bill 168 would pro

In a sharp and politically charged statement, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has lashed out at Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister Vijay Shah over his controversial comments allegedly targeting Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The issue has taken center stage in political discourse, sparking outrage both online and offline. The minister’s remarks during a public address in Mhow refer

The Andhra Pradesh liquor scam probe has taken a significant turn with another high-profile arrest made by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), deepening the political and financial implications of the case. After the recent apprehension of Raj Kasireddy, a known associate of former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the SIT has now arrested Govindappa Balaji, the director of Bharathi Cements. His alleged involvement in the money laundering aspect of the scandal has pushed the case into a mor

Pleasanton, CA is taking its library on the road with a brand new 28-foot step van named Zippy, a mobile library that will bring books, resources, and community engagement directly into neighborhoods across the city. Officially launching on May 31, Zippy will make monthly rounds throughout Pleasanton, offering a wide range of materials and services for residents of all ages. Zippy is a major addition to Pleasanton’s libra

A groundbreaking discovery by scientists in Australia could mark a major turning point in the fight against debilitating brain disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Researchers at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI) in Melbourne have identified a small molecule that can block the death of brain cells a breakthrough that may pave the way for future treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. The research, published in the journal Science

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the global workforce, a surprising perspective has emerged from Jack Clark, co-founder of the AI research company Anthropic. In a recent episode of the "Conversations with Tyler" podcast, Clark delved into which professions are most likely to resist disruption by AI and his answers may not be what most people expect. Clark, who previously worked with OpenAI and comes from a humanities background, highlighted that many ha

Just weeks ahead of its highly anticipated developer conference, Google I/O 2025, the tech giant has surprised the AI and developer community with an early release of Gemini 2.5 Pro (I/O Edition) a significant update to what it calls its “most intelligent AI model to date.” With a specific focus on software development, code editing, and autonomous engineering, this edition signals Google’s push toward practical, high-performance AI tools tailored for real-world technical ta