National·9h ago
Venezuela earthquakes: Satellite images show significant destruction after twin quakes; death toll nears 1500
The death toll from the recent twin earthquakes in Venezuela has reached nearly 1,500, with significant destruction reported in La Guaira, where at least 774 buildings have collapsed. Rescue teams are actively searching for survivors, and over 3,150 individuals have been injured, while 12,721 residents have been displaced. The region is facing compounded challenges due to ongoing political and economic crises.
LiveMint - News
National·3h ago
Swiggy, Zepto, others move Karnataka High Court challenging Gig Workers Welfare Act, 2025 | All you need to know
Several platform aggregators, including Swiggy and Zepto, have filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court challenging the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025. The petitioners argue that the Act violates the national social security framework established by the Code on Social Security, 2020, and contend that it is unconstitutional and inconsistent with central legislation. They seek to quash notices issued under the Act that require compliance with various statutory obligations.
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National·10h ago
"Look Inwards": India Slams Pak Over "Baseless" Karachi Attack Claims
India has criticized Pakistan for its claims regarding a recent attack in Karachi, labeling them as unfounded. The Pakistani information minister stated that airstrikes were conducted on eastern Afghanistan to target terrorists following the attack.
NDTV
Crime·19m ago
Pune fort murder: Court extends Siya, Chetan’s police custody till July 3
A court has extended the police custody of two individuals, Siya and Chetan, involved in a murder case related to a fort in Pune until July 3. This decision follows ongoing investigations into the incident.
Indian Express - India
Region·3h ago
SIR: Citizens, citizenship, and Right to Vote
The door-to-door survey for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls begins in Karnataka on June 30, amid a debate about, not the need for the process itself, but how it is going to be carried out.
The Hindu - Karnataka
