At least 31 people were killed and over 160 injured after a suicide blast struck a crowded Shia Imambargah in Islamabad during Friday prayers.Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah said there would be no change in Karnataka’s leadership and that chief minister Siddaramaiah would complete his full five-year term.India got an early breakthrough in the IND vs ENG U19 match as RS Ambrish dismissed Joseph Moores for 17, leaving England at 15/1.Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu accused the previous YSRCP government of using adulterated ghee in Tirupati laddus, alleging it harmed the sanctity of the temple.The Supreme Court allowed a 17-year-old minor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, affirming that a woman cannot be forced to continue a pregnancy against her will.Here are the top 5 news of the day:Suicide blast rocks Pakistan: At least 31 killed, over 160 hurt in explosionAt least 31 people were killed and more than 160 injured in a suicide blast at a crowded Imambargah in Islamabad. The explosion took place at the Terlai Imambargah in the Shehzad Town area during Friday prayers, according to Pakistani media reports. Deadly Blast At Shia Religious Centre In Islamabad Raises Questions On Pakistan’s Security Failures Police and rescue teams rushed the injured to nearby hospitals, including the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, where an emergency was declared. Read full storySiddaramaiah’s son Yathindra says no leadership change likely in Karnataka; Shivakumar reactsCongress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah said there is unlikely to be any change in Karnataka’s leadership and that chief minister Siddaramaiah is expected to complete his full five-year term. Speaking in Mysuru, he said the party high command had given clear indications that the issue was settled.Yathindra said no one within the party had suggested removing Siddaramaiah as chief minister. His remarks come amid ongoing speculation about leadership changes within the Karnataka Congress. Read full storyIND vs ENG U19: RS Ambrish strikes as England lose early wicketIndia struck early in the match as RS Ambrish dismissed England’s Joseph Moores just when the batter was beginning to find rhythm. Moores was cramped by a short delivery and dragged his cut shot onto the stumps.The wicket left England needing to rebuild once again after a cautious start, with Moores departing for a quick 17. England Under-19 were 15 for 1 after 4.5 overs at the time of the dismissal.Read live updatesAndhra CM Naidu alleges adulterated ghee used in Tirupati laddus under YSRCP ruleAndhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu alleged that Tirupati laddus were prepared using ghee adulterated with “bathroom-cleaning chemicals” during the previous YSRCP government led by Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy.Addressing a public meeting in Kurnool district, Naidu claimed the practice had damaged the sanctity of Lord Venkateswara Swamy and said such adulterated ghee was also supplied to the Srisailam temple. The YSRCP has not responded to the allegations so far.Read full storySupreme Court allows abortion of 30-week pregnant minorThe Supreme Court allowed the medical termination of a 30-week pregnancy of a 17-year-old girl, observing that courts cannot force a woman, especially a minor, to continue a pregnancy against her will.The bench said the key issue was the minor’s right to reproductive choice and autonomy. While a medical board had said the pregnancy posed no immediate risk, the court ruled that the girl’s wishes must be respected given her age and circumstances. Read full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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- At least 31 people were killed and over 160 injured after a suicide blast struck a crowded Shia Imambargah in Islamabad during Friday prayers.
- Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah said there would be no change in Karnataka’s leadership and that chief minister Siddaramaiah would complete his full five-year term.
- India got an early breakthrough in the IND vs ENG U19 match as RS Ambrish dismissed Joseph Moores for 17, leaving England at 15/1.
- Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu accused the previous YSRCP government of using adulterated ghee in Tirupati laddus, alleging it harmed the sanctity of the temple.
- The Supreme Court allowed a 17-year-old minor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, affirming that a woman cannot be forced to continue a pregnancy against her will.
Here are the top 5 news of the day:
Suicide blast rocks Pakistan: At least 31 killed, over 160 hurt in explosion
At least 31 people were killed and more than 160 injured in a suicide blast at a crowded Imambargah in Islamabad. The explosion took place at the Terlai Imambargah in the Shehzad Town area during Friday prayers, according to Pakistani media reports.
Police and rescue teams rushed the injured to nearby hospitals, including the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, where an emergency was declared. Read full story
Siddaramaiah’s son Yathindra says no leadership change likely in Karnataka; Shivakumar reacts
Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah said there is unlikely to be any change in Karnataka’s leadership and that chief minister Siddaramaiah is expected to complete his full five-year term. Speaking in Mysuru, he said the party high command had given clear indications that the issue was settled.Yathindra said no one within the party had suggested removing Siddaramaiah as chief minister. His remarks come amid ongoing speculation about leadership changes within the Karnataka Congress. Read full story
IND vs ENG U19: RS Ambrish strikes as England lose early wicket
India struck early in the match as RS Ambrish dismissed England’s Joseph Moores just when the batter was beginning to find rhythm. Moores was cramped by a short delivery and dragged his cut shot onto the stumps.The wicket left England needing to rebuild once again after a cautious start, with Moores departing for a quick 17. England Under-19 were 15 for 1 after 4.5 overs at the time of the dismissal.Read live updates
Andhra CM Naidu alleges adulterated ghee used in Tirupati laddus under YSRCP rule
Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu alleged that Tirupati laddus were prepared using ghee adulterated with “bathroom-cleaning chemicals” during the previous YSRCP government led by Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy.Addressing a public meeting in Kurnool district, Naidu claimed the practice had damaged the sanctity of Lord Venkateswara Swamy and said such adulterated ghee was also supplied to the Srisailam temple. The YSRCP has not responded to the allegations so far.Read full story
Supreme Court allows abortion of 30-week pregnant minor
The Supreme Court allowed the medical termination of a 30-week pregnancy of a 17-year-old girl, observing that courts cannot force a woman, especially a minor, to continue a pregnancy against her will.The bench said the key issue was the minor’s right to reproductive choice and autonomy. While a medical board had said the pregnancy posed no immediate risk, the court ruled that the girl’s wishes must be respected given her age and circumstances. Read full story
