Donald Trump retaliated against Elon Musk, asserting that the Tesla CEO relies heavily on American government subsidies and would likely return to South Africa without them. Trump criticized the EV mandate, while Musk condemned Trump’s spending bill, threatening to form a new political party in response. The dispute highlights contrasting views on government support and political direction.

A devastating explosion at a firecracker factory near Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least four lives. Five individuals sustained injuries in the incident and are currently receiving medical care at a government hospital in Virudhunagar. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion at the factory in Chinnakamanpatti.

Santosh Kumar Singh, an accused in the Priyadarshini Mattoo, has been granted relief by the Delhi High Court, which overturned the denial of his premature release.