September 9, 2025

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Ajit Pawar–IPS Anjana Krishna Row Sparks Outrage, Silence of IPS Association Questioned

Solapur, Maharashtra – The controversy over Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s public rebuke of young IPS officer Anjana Krishna V S has intensified, with growing public support for the officer and sharp criticism of political interference in policing. The incident occurred on August 31 outside Kurdu village in Madha tehsil, Solapur, where Anjana, a 2022-batch IPS officer serving as SDPO, acted to control a tense situation. Pawar allegedly scolded her for intervening, questioning her role in what he termed a “civil matter.” Opposition parties and civil society have slammed the move as an attempt to undermine lawful policing. Born in Kerala in 1990, Anjana secured 355th rank in the UPSC CSE 2022–23 and comes from a modest background. Her rise and recent stand have made her a symbol of integrity, particularly among youth. Former IB Special Director Yashovardhan Jha Azad condemned Pawar’s conduct as a “disgusting display of power,” praising Anjana’s firmness while warning of likely vindictive transfers. Veteran activist Prashant Bhushan and retired officer Maj. Digvijay Singh Rawat (Kirti Chakra) also rallied behind her, drawing parallels with other honest officers like Tukaram Mundhe, who faced repeated political backlash. While the Maha Vikas Aghadi opposition has targeted the ruling Maha Yuti government, the IPS Association’s silence has come under scrutiny. Activist Vijay Kumbhar noted attempts to paint Pawar as innocent despite video evidence of a tense situation. The episode has reignited debate on the balance of power between politicians and civil servants in Maharashtra. Observers warn that if young officers like Anjana Krishna are left unprotected, it could deter bureaucrats from acting fearlessly in public interest.

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Fatty Liver: Harvard-Trained Doctor Busts 3 Common Myths

New Delhi: Fatty liver disease has become a growing global health problem, often surrounded by myths that can lead to confusion and dangerous neglect. To clear the air, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard- and Stanford-trained gastroenterologist, recently shared a series of posts on Instagram debunking three major misconceptions. Myth 1: Fatty liver is caused by eating fat ❌ False – It’s not fat intake alone that causes fatty liver.✅ Truth – The main culprits are excess processed sugars (especially fructose) and unhealthy oils.Healthy fats from sources like olive oil, avocados, nuts, and fatty fish are actually beneficial for liver health. Myth 2: Fatty liver is harmless ❌ False – Many think fatty liver is not dangerous.✅ Truth – Once fat exceeds 5% of liver weight, it can cause inflammation, scarring, and even liver failure. Myth 3: Supplements are the main treatment ❌ False – Supplements alone cannot reverse fatty liver.✅ Truth – Diet and exercise remain the most effective treatments. How to Prevent Fatty Liver Disease 🔎 Bottom line: Fatty liver disease is not harmless, not caused simply by eating fat, and cannot be cured by supplements alone. A balanced diet, exercise, and weight control are the true protectors of liver health.

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15 Years of Dabangg: Director Abhinav Kashyap Opens Up on Fallout With Salman Khan

Fifteen years after Dabangg introduced audiences to the iconic Chulbul Pandey and became one of Bollywood’s most celebrated blockbusters, director Abhinav Kashyap has spoken candidly about his strained relationship with Salman Khan and the Khan family. In a new interview, Abhinav alleged that working with Salman was a bitter experience. Calling the superstar “a goon,” he claimed Salman has long lost interest in the craft of acting. “Salman is never involved. He hasn’t been serious about acting for the last 25 years. He just shows up, does a favour by being there. What he really enjoys is the power of being a celebrity, not the craft of acting,” Abhinav said. “Salman is badtameez (ill-mannered), ganda insaan (a bad person). I didn’t know this before Dabangg.” The filmmaker said his fallout with the Khans deepened after he refused to direct Dabangg 2. He alleged the family tried to sabotage his career: “They are vindictive people. They want to control the industry. If you don’t agree with them, they come after you. Salman is the father of the star system in Bollywood.” Abhinav also drew parallels with his brother, Anurag Kashyap’s experience on Tere Naam. “Anurag wrote the script for Tere Naam. He was supposed to direct it, but Boney Kapoor misbehaved with him. He walked away without credit. The same thing happened with me on Dabangg. The foundation of a great film is always a strong script, but they don’t respect that,” he added.

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Sanjay Gupta Reacts as The Conjuring: Last Rites Beats Baaghi 4 at Indian Box Office

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has expressed surprise after Hollywood horror film The Conjuring: Last Rites outperformed Tiger Shroff’s action drama Baaghi 4 on its opening day in India. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Kaante director wrote: “Me in my 20’s/30’s could never imagine an English film outperforming a Hindi film. Today’s reality – An English horror film does double the business of a mainstream Hindi action film. What changed???” Netizens were quick to respond, with many pointing to the declining quality of Bollywood scripts and an over-reliance on star fees, VFX, and PR campaigns. One user commented, “Hindi movies have lost their emotional quotient. Producers spend on actors and locations but don’t invest in good writing.”Another wrote, “If Baaghi 4’s content and promos had connected with the audience, it would’ve opened stronger. Meanwhile, The Conjuring is a well-established franchise promoted as the final chapter — bound to open big.” Gupta had earlier remarked that Hollywood delivers a steady pipeline of action films, while “some of our best action stars are sitting at home clutching unrealistic numbers.” At the box office, Baaghi 4 opened with ₹12 crore, whereas The Conjuring: Last Rites earned ₹17.5 crore on day one in India.

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Indian-Origin Security Guard Shot Dead in US After Objecting to Public Urination

A 26-year-old man from Haryana’s Jind district was shot dead in California after confronting an individual for urinating in public. The victim, Kapil, son of Ishwar from Barah Kalan village, was working as a security guard when the incident occurred on Saturday, village sarpanch Suresh Kumar Gautam confirmed. According to the sarpanch, Kapil objected to the act, following which the accused shot him dead on the spot. US police have released video footage of the crime, identifying the victim as an Indian-origin Sikh man. Kapil, the only son of a farming family, had travelled to the US in 2022 through the “donkey route,” a perilous illegal migration path via Panama and Mexico, which cost his family around ₹45 lakh. Initially detained, he was later released through legal proceedings and had been living in the US since then. His family, informed of the tragedy by relatives abroad, has been devastated. Kapil leaves behind two sisters, one of whom is married. The family now seeks government assistance to bring his body back to India. “The entire village is standing with the family in this time of grief,” sarpanch Gautam said.

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Red Sea Subsea Cable Damage Disrupts Internet Across South Asia and Middle East

New Delhi: Internet users in India, Pakistan, and parts of the Middle East faced widespread connectivity issues after multiple subsea cable systems in the Red Sea were damaged, internet observatory NetBlocks reported on Saturday. The outage has once again highlighted the fragility of global digital infrastructure that relies heavily on undersea cables. Who Was Affected? NetBlocks traced the source of the problem to cable failures near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, a crucial hub where several global fibre-optic routes converge. Cause Still Unknown Authorities have yet to determine the reason for the damage. The Red Sea is considered one of the world’s most vital corridors for undersea fibre-optic cables, carrying a significant share of global internet traffic between Europe, Asia, and Africa. Microsoft Issues Advisory Tech giant Microsoft confirmed that its cloud platform Azure was among the services impacted. “We do expect higher latency on some traffic that previously traversed through the Middle East. Network traffic that does not traverse through the Middle East is not impacted,” Microsoft said in a statement. To mitigate the impact, Microsoft rerouted traffic through alternate global paths, ensuring that most Azure users could continue operations with minimal disruption. Why It Matters Undersea cables handle over 95% of international internet traffic, making them the backbone of global connectivity. Experts warn that incidents like this can: With increasing dependence on cloud-based services, calls for better security, monitoring, and redundancy in subsea cable infrastructure are growing louder. ⚡ Bottom line: The Red Sea cable cuts may be temporary, but they serve as a stark reminder of how the world’s internet hinges on a few fragile lines laid deep under the ocean.

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Turakapalem Deaths: Naidu Declares Health Emergency, Opposition Slams Govt Over Negligence

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh): Alarmed by a spate of mysterious deaths in Turakapalem village, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has declared a health emergency and ordered urgent medical intervention. Over the last two months, around 20 villagers have died of an unidentified illness, sparking fear and panic. Reviewing the crisis, Naidu directed health officials to: Officials have briefed the CM that melioidosis virus is suspected, with blood samples sent for lab confirmation. Results are expected within three days. Transmission from cattle to humans is being investigated, as villagers largely depend on animal rearing. The illness is known to spread in rainy and waterlogged conditions, particularly among farmers. Naidu emphasized that no new cases should emerge and instructed continuous monitoring to prevent further deaths. Opposition Blames Govt The crisis has triggered a fierce political row. The unfolding situation in Turakapalem has raised urgent concerns about public health preparedness, water safety, and rural healthcare systems in Andhra Pradesh.

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India Clinch Asia Cup 2025 Hockey Title in Rajgir, Beat Korea 4-1

Rajgir (Bihar): The roar of a packed Rajgir Sports Complex turned into celebration on Sunday as India defeated Korea 4-1 to lift the Asia Cup 2025 men’s hockey title, ending an eight-year wait since their last triumph in Dhaka, 2017. The victory also secured India’s qualification for the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 in the Netherlands and Belgium. India’s goals came from Dilpreet Singh (28′, 45′), Sukhjeet Singh (1′) and Amit Rohidas (50′), while Korea could manage only one. This marks India’s fourth Asia Cup title, putting them just behind Korea’s record of five. Pakistan, who skipped this edition, remain the only other champions with three consecutive wins in the 1980s. India also extended their record of reaching the final the most times — nine appearances in the title clash. Korea have reached seven finals, while Pakistan have six. Earlier in the day, Malaysia defeated China to clinch bronze, their second after 2017. Malaysia narrowly missed out on their maiden final appearance after losing 3-4 to Korea in Saturday’s semifinal despite being 3-1 up. China, one of the surprise performers in the group stages, settled for fourth. Players & Reactions Captain Harmanpreet Singh praised his team’s all-round effort: Following the victory, Hockey India announced cash rewards — ₹3 lakh each for players and ₹1.5 lakh for support staff. With this triumph, India not only restored their supremacy in Asia but also sent a strong message ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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Zelenskyy Urges Tariffs on Russia’s Trade Partners After Largest Drone Assault of War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged countries to impose tariffs and trade restrictions on Russia and those doing business with it, following Moscow’s largest aerial assault since the war began. In an interview with ABC News, Zelenskyy said, “It is the right idea to put tariffs on countries that continue to make deals with Russia,” when asked about recent meetings between leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin in China, as well as former U.S. President Donald Trump’s suggestion of tariffs on India. The appeal came after Russia unleashed more than 800 drones and 13 missiles, including four ballistic, on Saturday night, targeting several Ukrainian cities. For the first time, a government building in Kyiv—the Cabinet of Ministers—was hit, with flames breaking out on its upper floors. At least two people, including an infant, were killed when drones struck residential buildings. Air-raid sirens blared across the capital for 11 hours. According to early reports, some drones entered Ukraine from Belarus. Zelenskyy said emergency crews were working tirelessly to respond to the devastation. In a series of posts on X, he stressed that verbal condemnations by world leaders must be matched with concrete steps. “Statements must be backed by strong actions—sanctions against Russia and individuals connected with Russia, tough tariffs, and other restrictions on trade. Their losses must be felt. That is what is truly convincing,” he said. U.S. President Donald Trump also signaled a tougher stance, saying on Sunday he was ready to impose new sanctions on Russia. Asked whether this included directly targeting President Vladimir Putin, Trump responded, “Yes, I am…” Zelenskyy welcomed the “broad response” from Ukraine’s partners to the latest assault, but warned that Moscow’s actions were a test of global resolve. “Clearly, Russia is trying to inflict pain on Ukraine with even more brazen attacks. This is a clear sign that Putin is testing the world—whether they will accept or tolerate this,” he said.

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Farooq Abdullah Criticises Installation of Ashoka Emblem Plaque at Hazratbal Shrine

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Sunday said the recent controversy at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar could have been avoided if the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board had not installed a plaque bearing the Ashoka emblem at the revered site dedicated to Prophet Muhammad (SAW). “There was no need to install the plaque. They put it up and people did not like it,” Abdullah told reporters in Anantnag, where he attended a condolence meeting. Calling the move a “mistake that should not have occurred,” the former chief minister emphasised that Hazratbal and other shrines were constructed through public contributions, not as favours from any authority. “When Sher-e-Kashmir (Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah) oversaw the construction, he did not put any board on the shrine because it was dedicated to Allah and His Prophet (SAW),” he noted. Reacting to the FIR registered over the vandalisation of the emblem, Abdullah said, “They need to understand that what they did was wrong, and the people will not tolerate such actions. We are a peace-loving community, and they should know that they made a mistake.”

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