The Supreme Court slammed Mamata Banerjee for allegedly interfering in an ED raid on I-PAC, calling it a threat to democracy.On the Pahalgam attack anniversary, Rajnath Singh warned Pakistan of strong retaliation while highlighting India’s military strength. An Indian student reportedly built a viral AI influencer targeting US conservatives, but the account was later removed over fraud and misinformation concerns.Independent MP Pappu Yadav sparked backlash after defending sexist remarks, drawing a notice from the Bihar State Women’s Commission.Diet Coke shortages hit Indian cities amid supply disruptions and rising demand.Here are top 5 stories of the day‘Put democracy in peril’: SC slams Mamata’s ‘interference’ in I-PAC raid caseThe Supreme Court strongly criticised Mamata Banerjee over her alleged interference during an Enforcement Directorate raid linked to I-PAC. Calling it an “extraordinary situation”, the court said that her actions that included entering the raid site and allegedly removing evidence, put democracy at risk. Meanwhile, ED has maintained the probe was routine and not politically motivated. Read full story ‘Only one neighbour is troublesome’: Rajnath issues stark warning to Pakistan Defence minister Rajnath Singh marked the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack with a sharp warning to Pakistan, saying that India would respond strongly if provoked again. Speaking in Germany, he highlighted the country’s military strength and growing defence exports. Singh said that all neighbours were peaceful “except one.” Read full story AI ‘MAGA influencer’ run by Indian student draws millions before takedownAn Indian medical student allegedly created a viral AI-generated Instagram influencer, “Emily Hart,” targeting conservative US audiences with political and lifestyle content. The account quickly gained traction, attracting thousands of followers and millions of views. The creator monetised it through merchandise and subscription platforms, earning thousands monthly. However, the account was later removed for fraudulent activity. Read full story ’70-80% of politicians watch …’: Pappu Yadav sparks another controversy while defending sexist remarks Independent MP Pappu Yadav triggered fresh controversy after defending his earlier sexist remarks, claiming 70–80% of politicians watch porn. Responding to a notice from the Bihar State Women’s Commission, he challenged authorities to check his phone. His earlier statement alleged most women need to visit male leaders’ bedrooms to enter politics, sparking outrage. Read full storyCan-spiracy? Diet Coke disappears from store shelves Diet Coke is disappearing from stores across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and parts of Delhi-NCR due to an aluminium can shortage triggered by disruptions linked to the Iran war. 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Supreme Court slammedMamata Banerjee for allegedly interfering in an ED raid on I-PAC, calling it a threat to democracy. - On the Pahalgam attack anniversary,
Rajnath Singh warned Pakistan of strong retaliation while highlighting India’s military strength. - An Indian student reportedly built a viral AI influencer targeting US conservatives, but the account was later removed over fraud and misinformation concerns.
- Independent MP Pappu Yadav sparked backlash after defending sexist remarks, drawing a notice from the Bihar State Women’s Commission.
- Diet Coke shortages hit Indian cities amid supply disruptions and rising demand.
Here are top 5 stories of the day
‘Put democracy in peril’: SC slams Mamata’s ‘interference’ in I-PAC raid case
The Supreme Court strongly criticised Mamata Banerjee over her alleged interference during an Enforcement Directorate raid linked to I-PAC. Calling it an “extraordinary situation”, the court said that her actions that included entering the raid site and allegedly removing evidence, put democracy at risk. Meanwhile, ED has maintained the probe was routine and not politically motivated. Read full story
‘Only one neighbour is troublesome’: Rajnath issues stark warning to Pakistan
Defence minister Rajnath Singh marked the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack with a sharp warning to Pakistan, saying that India would respond strongly if provoked again. Speaking in Germany, he highlighted the country’s military strength and growing defence exports. Singh said that all neighbours were peaceful “except one.” Read full story
AI ‘MAGA influencer’ run by Indian student draws millions before takedown
An Indian medical student allegedly created a viral AI-generated Instagram influencer, “Emily Hart,” targeting conservative US audiences with political and lifestyle content. The account quickly gained traction, attracting thousands of followers and millions of views. The creator monetised it through merchandise and subscription platforms, earning thousands monthly. However, the account was later removed for fraudulent activity. Read full story
’70-80% of politicians watch …’: Pappu Yadav sparks another controversy while defending sexist remarks
Independent MP Pappu Yadav triggered fresh controversy after defending his earlier sexist remarks, claiming 70–80% of politicians watch porn. Responding to a notice from the Bihar State Women’s Commission, he challenged authorities to check his phone. His earlier statement alleged most women need to visit male leaders’ bedrooms to enter politics, sparking outrage. Read full story
Can-spiracy? Diet Coke disappears from store shelves
Diet Coke is disappearing from stores across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and parts of Delhi-NCR due to an aluminium can shortage triggered by disruptions linked to the Iran war. Heavy reliance on cans, unlike rivals using bottles, has made it more vulnerable. Demand for sugar-free drinks has surged, worsening the gap. Read full story
