A law student, Rakshit Chaurasia, involved in a fatal accident in Karelibaug, had a previous brush with the law in February. He and other youths created a commotion but were pardoned after apologizing to the lawyer they threatened. Both incidents underline a pattern of misconduct.
Three construction laborers died in Bengaluru during a drunken brawl while celebrating Holi. The altercation, involving a woman, occurred on the third floor of an under-construction building in Sarjapura. Two to three suspects escaped, and police have formed teams to apprehend them. Superintendent CK Baba assured imminent arrests as the investigation progresses.
Parts of Maharashtra, particularly Vidarbha, have been experiencing extreme heat with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Chandrapur hit 42°C, making it one of the hottest spots in India. High temperatures coupled with low humidity have been causing severe discomfort.
The Kerala High Court acknowledged the dilution of the belief that no girl would falsely accuse someone of sexual assault. This came after quashing a case against a man accused of exploiting a woman with a false marriage promise.
A 24-year-old Trinamool Congress Chatra Parishad functionary, Akash Choudhury, was fatally stabbed during Holi celebrations in Titagarh. Akash was attacked after protesting a group of intoxicated individuals causing a disturbance. Police arrested two suspects, including Pawan Rajbhar, identified as the main perpetrator. Two other suspects remain at large. Locals demand swift justice.
Samsonite has seen a decline in its Indian market due to intense competition and aggressive discounting by rival companies VIP and Safari. This drop in sales also impacted their performance in Asia. Additionally, newer brands like Mokobara, Assembly, and Uppercase offering discounts have further increased competition in India.
Abu Qatal, a prominent Lashkar-e-Taiba operative, also known as Faisal Nadeem, was killed by unidentified assailants in Jhelum Sindh, Pakistan. He was a significant target for Indian security agencies due to his involvement in major terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, including the Rajouri and Reasi attacks.
At least 31 people, including children, were killed in US airstrikes on Houthi-held regions in Yemen, ordered by President Trump. The strikes follow Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping. The Houthis vowed to respond and accused the US of escalating aggression. Trump warned further attacks if the Houthis continue their actions.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research recommends Piramal Pharma and PTC India for the upcoming week. Nifty is expected to remain volatile, with key support at 22,000-21,700 levels.
