Jailed Pakistan former PM Imran Khan nominated for Nobel peace prize

Primark CEO resigns following investigation into behaviour toward woman

Paul Marchant, CEO of Primark, has resigned following an investigation into inappropriate behavior toward a woman. Apologizing for his actions, he stepped down immediately, prompting a 4.9% drop in shares of parent company ABF. Eoin Tonge has been appointed interim CEO. Primark commits to maintaining a respectful work environment and high standards of integrity.

Primark CEO Paul Marchant resigns following investigation into behaviour toward Woman

Paul Marchant, CEO of Primark, has resigned following an investigation into inappropriate behavior toward a woman. Apologizing for his actions, he stepped down immediately, prompting a 4.9% drop in shares of parent company ABF. Eoin Tonge has been appointed interim CEO. Primark commits to maintaining a respectful work environment and high standards of integrity.

Ghibli style image: Step-by-step guide to turn your Ghibli photos into video

Social media is currently abuzz with Ghibli-style photo trends, featuring dreamy, pastel images. Utilizing AI tools and hand-drawn art, creators are now turning these into animation videos. This guide explains the step-by-step process to produce your own Ghibli-inspired short animation.

Intense summer alert: Heatwave days to double in several states, says IMD

Threatening to bomb Iran to anger at Putin: Top statements by Trump this week

US President Donald Trump issued threats to Iran about potential bombing and secondary tariffs over the nuclear deal and expressed his frustration with Putin regarding the Ukraine crisis. He also signaled his interest in acquiring Greenland, praised Indian PM Modi, and hinted at a possible third presidential term.

Waqf Bill row: Rijiju accuses oppn of lying, misleading public

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju condemns opposition groups for allegedly misleading people about the Waqf Amendment Bill. He urges all political parties to participate in parliamentary debates and discussions on the bill. Meanwhile, protests against the bill continue, with demonstrators wearing black armbands during prayers.

Noida Lamborghini accident: Accused driver Deepak granted bail

Deepak, the driver involved in the Noida Lamborghini accident, received bail from Surajpur District Court. The incident, occurring near Sector 94 roundabout, injured two Chhattisgarh labourers due to a claimed vehicle fault. A video captured post-accident questioning. Police seized the Puducherry-registered car and are investigating further, with the injured now out of danger.

Munawar Faruqui requests Meerut police to reconsider the Eid Namaz ban

Comedian Munawar Faruqui called on Meerut Police to reconsider its decision against offering namaz on streets, stressing that festivals are often celebrated in public spaces. He pointed out similar practices in Mumbai and the historical significance of such freedoms. Faruqui urged peaceful coexistence while also advising Muslims to respect public spaces.

Hyderabad University stir: Students detained as bulldozers roll in

Dozens of University of Hyderabad students were detained by Cyberabad police after protesting against land clearing near Mushroom Rock. Students claimed police arrested them arbitrarily and stormed academic spaces. Four earth movers were deployed with heavy police presence. Police shifted the protesters to different stations and may file criminal cases against some students. Police have increased security.

French far-right leader Le Pen banned from running for office after conviction

A French court has banned Marine Le Pen from running for office after convicting her of embezzling public funds via fake jobs at the European Parliament. This decision prevents her from contesting the 2027 presidential election and could reshape France’s political landscape. Le Pen, along with National Rally members, was found guilty of misusing EU funds.

Rahul Gandhi writes letter to PM Modi to cancel offshore mining tenders

Rahul Gandhi urges Prime Minister Modi to cancel offshore mining tenders along the coasts of Kerala, Gujarat, and Andaman & Nicobar, citing environmental threats and impacts on livelihoods. He calls for thorough impact assessments and stakeholder consultations before any major decisions are made.

Hyderabad University protest: Students detained as bulldozers roll in amid row over land

Dozens of University of Hyderabad students were detained by Cyberabad police after protesting against land clearing near Mushroom Rock. Students claimed police arrested them arbitrarily and stormed academic spaces. Four earth movers were deployed with heavy police presence. Police shifted the protesters to different stations and may file criminal cases against some students. Police have increased security.

Director, who offered Monalisa a role during Kumbh, arrested in sexual assault case

Delhi Police have arrested director Sanoj Mishra for allegedly raping an aspiring actress. Mishra gained attention after offering a movie role to viral sensation Monalisa during the Maha Kumbh. The arrest came after his bail was rejected by the Delhi High Court.

Maharashtra cooperative banks stuck with Rs 101cr demonetised notes for 8 yrs

Eight district central cooperative banks in Maharashtra are storing Rs 101.2 crore in demonetised currency, struggling with its safekeeping after the Reserve Bank of India refused to accept it due to late deposits. The Kolhapur DCC bank holds the highest amount, followed by the Pune DCC bank.