Myanmar’s ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report. 

​Myanmar’s ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report.  

In Yadgir district of Karnataka, fifty Dalit families are reportedly enduring a social boycott after a minor girl’s parents filed sexual assault charges against an upper caste man. Following the man’s arrest, village leaders imposed the boycott. Authorities are currently mediating to resolve the issue and prevent further ostracism.

After imposing a firecracker ban in Delhi, AAP workers celebrated CM Arvind Kejriwal’s release on bail by bursting fireworks. This action was criticized by activists and the BJP, who called the ban a gimmick. They demanded strict measures against those involved for violating the prohibition.