In Balasore, a B.Ed student’s self-immolation case has taken a turn as her friend alleges the HoD threatened to fail her for not complying with demands. The friend also accused the Principal of provoking the victim, leading to her tragic death after a protest against the HoD.

India criticised the EU’s sanctions on the Indian Rosneft refinery, stressing no double standards in energy trade.

Chaitanya Bageel, son of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Bageel, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a massive liquor scam worth over Rs 3,200 crore. Allegations include illegal sales, fake licenses, and a cartel that deprived the exchequer of significant revenue. n18oc_indiaWatch