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Comedian Pranit More faced backlash after a viral comedy clip sparked outrage over misogynistic remarks during audience interaction online. As viral outrage grew, Instagram became a public courtroom, raising questions about social media acting as judge and jury. ✍🏻: Tanisha Banerjee
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A video from New Delhi has triggered outrage online after a cab driver allegedly refused to let a differently-abled woman carry her wheelchair inside the vehicle and asked her to leave. The woman reportedly had to arrange another ride following the incident, as social media users criticised the lack of accessibility and insensitive treatment faced by persons with disabilities.
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MNS announced a special Rs 5-per-litre petrol discount for two-wheeler riders at 36 fuel stations across Mumbai on June 14 to celebrate Raj Thackeray’s birthday and provide relief amid rising fuel prices and inflation. The offer was available from 9 am to 9 pm at selected petrol pumps across the city. Party leaders said the initiative was aimed at helping daily commuters manage increasing transportation and living expenses.
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A 21-year-old Brazilian woman died during a bungee jump event on June 10 after reportedly being pushed off a bridge without a safety rope attached in Limeira, São Paulo. Authorities detained six people linked to the event as investigations continue. Witnesses alleged staff failed to secure safety equipment before the jump, leading to the fatal fall from the bridge.
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Ants swarming a fuel cap in a viral video have drawn attention to E20 petrol in India, showing unusual insect activity around a vehicle’s fuel inlet. The clip highlights E20 petrol usage, with experts explaining that ants are attracted to ethanol vapours near the fuel cap area, sparking curiosity about fuel composition and its effects.
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A dispute inside a residential society lift area in Pimpri’s Morwadi on June 10 escalated over a minor argument linked to spitting, police said. A woman and a minor allegedly attacked a couple with a knife, leaving the husband seriously injured; CCTV footage surfaced online. In a counter-complaint, the arrested woman’s husband alleged mental harassment for several days. He claimed the victim’s family forcibly entered his residence and assaulted his 17-year-old son, further escalating tensions and prompting police investigation.
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Two masked men posing as customers allegedly opened fire inside a Chandigarh medical store before escaping from the crowded market area on Saturday afternoon. Reports said the cashier or manager was shot at close range and later died, while police launched an investigation using CCTV footage and witness statements.
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Second Officer Nishanth Uirthanathan died after falling seriously ill onboard MT Celestial on June 11 near the Oman coast, with his body remaining at sea for over two days. Reports said regional tensions delayed emergency evacuation, forcing crew members to use cold water bottles to slow decomposition while awaiting urgent help and repatriation support.
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Himanshu Jangra apologised for his remarks after facing massive trolling, public backlash and losing his job over the viral Rs 370 controversy online. He admitted parts of his story were exaggerated, accepted his words were wrong, and said he deeply regrets attending Pranit More’s Gurugram show after seeing its impact on his family.
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Weekly Horoscope: What’s in Store? Curious about your day? We’ve got your astrological forecast covered! Discover what the stars have aligned for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. ✍️: Aparna Bose
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Comedian Pranit More faced backlash after a viral comedy clip sparked outrage over misogynistic remarks during audience interaction online. As viral outrage grew, Instagram became a public courtroom, raising questions about social media acting as judge and jury. ✍🏻: Tanisha Banerjee
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Can one day make a difference? We hit the streets of BKC to ask commuters what they think about Public Transport Day. From reducing traffic congestion to promoting greener travel, opinions were varied but one thing was clear, small changes can spark bigger impact. Watch what Mumbaikars had to say about commuting smarter, every Friday
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Heavy tourist movement towards the hills led to long traffic snarls on the Chandigarh–Manali highway, leaving travellers stuck for hours as vehicles crawled across key stretches heading to Manali.
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In a major statewide crackdown, Maharashtra FDA officials inspected 35 establishments across multiple divisions and seized banned food products worth Rs 3.67 crore. Nagpur recorded the highest seizure value at Rs 2.21 crore, followed by Pune and Konkan. Authorities said the action was part of intensified checks to curb the sale and distribution of prohibited food items across the state.
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A BEST bus was damaged after passing over an uneven stretch of road in Shivaji Nagar, Mumbai. No injuries were reported in the incident and all passengers remained safe as authorities reviewed the situation.
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A video allegedly showing violence against little girls by Shashikesh Kashyap principal of Laxmi Shishu Vatika in Jalpa, Jharkhand, has surfaced online, triggering widespread outrage and demands for action. Authorities are yet to share further details on the case.
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An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Jorhat Airbase in Assam during a routine sortie. Five IAF personnel lost their lives in the incident, while the co-pilot survived and is receiving treatment. An inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the crash.
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