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Indian court tells Apple to 'cooperate' in antitrust case

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Indian court tells Apple to 'cooperate' in antitrust case

The DGS directed Masters of vessels operating in or transiting through the Gulf region, including the Strait of Hormuz and adjoining waters, to maintain heightened security awareness, closely monitor navigational warnings issued by security agencies, and implement all applicable ship security measures. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has advised maritime recruitment and placement agencies to restrict the deployment of Indian seafarers to conflict zones until further orders. However, companies may carry out crew changes in emergency situations with the consent of the crew members.The safety advisory sent to all stakeholders comes days after three Indian seafarers were killed in the U.S. strike on MT Settebello off the Oman coast. The shipping regulator said the recent developments in the Gulf region, particularly in and around the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman, had resulted in multiple security incidents involving merchant vessels carrying Indian seafarers.Also Read: Where Indian seafarers’ safety is at stakeIncidents involving MT Marivex, MT Settebello and MV Jalveer during the past few days highlighted the increasing risks faced by commercial ships operating in the region.Monitor navigational warningsThe DGS directed Masters of vessels operating in or transiting through the Gulf region, including the Strait of Hormuz and adjoining waters, to maintain heightened security awareness, closely monitor navigational warnings issued by security agencies, and implement all applicable ship security measures.“This Directorate further reiterates that all Recruitment and Placement Service License (RPSL) companies and shipping companies are advised to restrict deployment or send Indian seafarers to conflict areas until further orders,” the advisory said.The DGS said it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in coordination with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian Navy, Indian Missions abroad, and other concerned stakeholders to ensure the safety and welfare of Indian seafarers.Highest degree of vigilanceKeeping in view the escalating security situation in the Gulf Region, the DGS urged all maritime stakeholders to exercise the highest degree of vigilance and caution while operating in the conflict zone and to promptly report any incident involving Indian seafarers to the authorities concerned.The stakeholders were strongly advised to verify the authenticity of any news/videos of security incidents onboard ships from government sources and to avoid circulating unverified news, social media posts, and fake videos to protect the interests of Indian seafarers.While the Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on MT Settebello, India summoned the top U.S. diplomat to strongly protest the continuing attacks by U.S. naval forces on commercial vessels carrying Indian mariners in the Gulf of Oman. Published - June 15, 2026 05:53 pm IST

Murder of student in Ghaziabad: Main accused killed following encounter with police

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Murder of student in Ghaziabad: Main accused killed following encounter with police

Image used for representational purpose only. File | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto “A man, accused of being involved in criminal activities, was killed and two police personnel were injured in an exchange of fire during the rescue of a kidnapped youth in Bihar's Patna district,” an officer said on Saturday (June 13, 2026). “The incident occurred in Manichak village under the Masaurhi Police Station limits on Friday (June 12, 2026) evening when a police team reached there to rescue the youth from alleged kidnappers,” he said."Acting on information that a group of “four to six criminals" had allegedly kidnapped the youth, assaulted him and were planning to kill him, a police team reached the village. The accused fired at the police team once they noticed our personnel, and the policemen retaliated," Patna (City) Superintendent of Police (SP) Parichay Kumar told reporters.“Additional Station House Officer (SHO) Rahul Kumar sustained a bullet injury to his leg, while Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Sanjay suffered injury to his hand,” he said. "When the police fired back in self-defence, a criminal named Md. Haider was injured," the SP said. “Haider succumbed to his injury at a hospital in the city,” the officer said.“The injured policemen are undergoing treatment at Patna AIIMS, and their condition was stated to be out of danger,” he said. “The youth was rescued and later told investigators that he had been lured to the location on the pretext of buying a mobile phone through an online platform,” Mr. Kumar said.The SP said the deceased had a criminal record and had been jailed in a murder case registered in Masaurhi before being released around three to four months ago. “Raids are under way to arrest those who remain absconding in connection with the kidnapping of the youth,” he added. Published - June 13, 2026 01:41 pm IST

TMC takes SIR row to Supreme Court after BJP victory in Bengal polls: ‘Winning margin in 31 seats less than deletions’

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TMC takes SIR row to Supreme Court after BJP victory in Bengal polls: ‘Winning margin in 31 seats less than deletions’

Patiala house court on Wednesday framed formal charges against Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez, Sukesh Chandrasekhar, and Leena Maria Paul in the money laundering case. They have been put on trial by the court.The charges are also formally framed in MCOCA linked with Extortion Allegations against Sukesh Chandrasekhar, Leena Maria Paul and others.Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Prashant Sharma formally framed charges against the respective accused persons in the Money laundering case and MCOCA case linked with the alleged extortion of Rs. 200 crores from Aditi Singh.Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez appeared before the court and denied the charges. She claimed a trial in a money laundering case. She is Accused in money laundering case only.However, Sukesh signed the charges in the money laundering case; he refused to sign the charges in the MCOCA case.His wife, Leena Maria, signed the charges in protest in the MCOCA case.All others signed the charges and claimed a trial. There are 17 accsued in the MCOCA case and 21 accused in the money laundering case.The money laundering case is listed for hearing on July 16, and the MCOCA Case is listed for hearing on July 14.The court will record the prosecution's evidence in both cases as per the list of witnesses provided by the prosecution.On May 30, the court had directed framing of charges against Sukesh Chandrasekhar, Leena Maria Paul, Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandes and others in an alleged money laundering case linked with Rs. 200 crores alleged extortion from Aditi Singh.The charges have also been directed to be framed against Sukesh Chandrasekhar, Leena Maria Paul and others in the MCOCA case linked with the Rs. 200 crores alleged extortion. Jacqueline is not an accused in the extortion case.What did the judge say?Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Prashant Sharma directed to frame charges against the accused persons in both cases." I conclude that prima facie, there is sufficient material on record based upon which strong suspicion is raised against all accused persons namely Sukesh Chandrasekhar, Leena Maria Paul alias Leena Paulose, Deepak Ramnani, Pradeep Ramdanee, B. Mohanraj, Arun Muthu, D. Kamlesh Kothari, Pinky Irani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Pooja Singh, Dharam Singh Meena, Mahender Prasad Sundriyal, Sunder Bora, Komal Poddar, Jitender Narula, Avinash Kumar, Jai Prakash Singhal, for which said accused persons have to be charged with offence under section 3 of PMLA, punishable under section 4 of PMLA," ASJ Prashant Sharma while framing charges in money laundering case.Delhi Police had filed a case on the Complaint of Aditi Singh. Thereafter, a case of Money laundering was lodged by the Enforcement Directorate.The Delhi High Court had rejected the plea of Jacqueline Fernandes seeking the quashing of the supplementary charge sheet against her. She was named in a supplementary charge sheet filed by the ED.After taking cognisance of ED's charge sheet, an issued summons to Jacqueline Fernandes. She was granted bail after she appeared before the court.Sukesh Chandrasekhar is in custody. However, his wife was granted bail by the High Court in a money laundering case. Her plea for bail in MCOCA was rejected by the Delhi High Court. The bail pleas of other accused are subjudice before the Delhi High Court.On June 1, the Delhi High Court refused to stay the formal framing of charges. Sukesh Chandrasekhar has approached the High Court.Recently, the Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandes withdrew her application to turn approver in a money laundering case. (ANI)Stay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and US news. HomeNewsIndia ₹200 crore extortion case: Court frames charges; Jacqueline Fernandez, Sukesh Chandrasekhar, Leena Maria Paul, othersMore

U.S. to drop graft charges against Gautam Adani: NY Times

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U.S. to drop graft charges against Gautam Adani: NY Times

Image used for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The rupee depreciated 47 paise to close at 95.73 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday (May 26, 2026), on renewed geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a rise in crude oil prices.Forex traders said a strong U.S. dollar and weak domestic markets also pressured the rupee. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.43 against the U.S. dollar, and touched an intra-day high of 95.33 and a low of 95.76 against the American currency.At the end of Tuesday's (May 26) close, the rupee was quoted at 95.73 (provisional), down 47 paise from its previous closing. On Monday (May ), the rupee gained 34 paise to close at 95.26 against the U.S. dollar with the RBI selling dollars and keeping the rupee well bid at all upper levels."We expect the rupee to trade with a negative bias on uncertainty between the U.S. and Iran and concerns over military action in the West Asia."However, softening of crude oil prices from higher levels may support the rupee at lower levels. USD-INR spot price is expected to trade in a range of 95.20 to 95.85," said Anuj Choudhary, Research Analyst at Mirae Asset ShareKhan.Forex traders said the rupee remains vulnerable to rising crude oil prices and the strength of the American currency in the overseas market.The dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 99.05, down 0.19%.Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading up 3.43% at $99.94 per barrel in futures trade after reports that the U.S. had carried out fresh attacks against Iran, offsetting hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday (May 25) said negotiations with Iran to end the war were progressing "nicely", but officials pointed out that a final decision may take some time due to the complex communication networks Tehran deploys to consult with its supreme leader.On the domestic equity market front, Sensex dropped 479.26 points to settle at 76,009.70, while the Nifty declined 118 points to 23,913.70.Foreign institutional investors turned net buyers and purchased equities worth ₹821.75 crore on Monday (May 25), according to exchange data. Published - May 26, 2026 04:22 pm IST

McDonald’s worker behind revolting French fry video to face criminal charges: cops

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McDonald’s worker behind revolting French fry video to face criminal charges: cops

A Tennessee judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was vindictive. The case stemmed from a 2022 traffic stop, while Garcia had earlier been wrongfully deported. The Trump administration still seeks his removal to a third country.File image of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Salvadoran citizen who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador by President Trump's administration(REUTERS)A judge in Tennessee on Friday (local time) dismissed a human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation became a rallying point against US President Donald Trump's immigration policies.Garcia's wrongful deportation to El Salvador last year became an embarrassment for Trump officials when they later ordered him to return to the country, AP reported. Garcia claimed that both the timing of the criminal charges and inflammatory statements about him by top officials of the Trump administration showed that the prosecution was "vindictive."District Judge Waverly Crenshaw granted Garcia's effort to dismiss the criminal charges because the Department of Justice (DOJ)'s prosecution was vindictive and selective. The judge added that without Garcia’s “successful lawsuit challenging his removal to El Salvador, the government would not have brought this prosecution,” as he dismissed claims of “new evidence” against him.The district judge, in previous court filings, ruled that he found some evidence that the case against Abrego Garcia "may be vindictive," adding that many statements made by the Trump administration "raise cause for concern." At the time, Crenshaw cited a statement by then-Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche that seemed to suggest the Justice Department charged Abrego Garcia because he won his wrongful-deportation case.Case against Abrego Garcia?Garcia faced charges of human smuggling and conspiracy to commit human smuggling, with prosecutors alleging that he was paid to transport individuals already in the United States illegally.The charges against him stemmed from a 2022 traffic stop in Tennessee for speeding. Body camera footage from a Highway Patrol officer revealed a calm exchange with Abrego Garcia. There were nine passengers in the car, and the officers discussed among themselves their suspicions of smuggling. However, Abrego Garcia was eventually allowed to continue driving with only a warning.Abrego Garcia has not been in custody since December. He was initially released on bail in a Tennessee criminal case last year but was soon taken into custody by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In December, a federal judge in Maryland ordered his release, ruling that the government could not detain him indefinitely.Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia?Abrego Garcia is a Salvadoran citizen with a US wife and child who has lived in Maryland for several years after entering the country illegally as a teenager. A 2019 order allowed him to live and work in the country under ICE's supervision, but it did not grant him permanent residency status.Soon after Trump returned to the White House for a second term, his administration ramped up a crackdown on illegal immigrants in the country, during which Abrego Garcia was wrongfully deported to El Salvador in March. According to his attorney, the 29-year-old had a permit from the Homeland Security Department to legally work in the country and was a sheet metal apprentice pursuing a journeyman license.In April last year, the US Supreme Court directed the Trump administration to work to bring back a man who was mistakenly deported to prison in El Salvador, rejecting the administration’s emergency appeal.Abrego Garcia had an immigration court order preventing his deportation to his native country over fears he would face persecution from local gangs.Meanwhile, Trump administration officials have said Abrego Garcia cannot remain in the US. They have vowed to deport him to a third country, most recently Liberia.(With AP inputs)About the Au

US charges Mexican governor and other leaders with aiding drug cartel

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US charges Mexican governor and other leaders with aiding drug cartel

US charges Cuba's Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes3 hours agoKayla Epstein, Cecilia Barría & Pascal FletcherBBC News, BBC Mundo & BBC MonitoringReutersThe US has charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes over the downing of two planes between Cuba and Florida in 1996.The case unveiled on Wednesday – a revival of charges originally from 2003 – accuses Castro and five others in the shooting down of an aircraft belonging to Cuban American group Brothers to the Rescue and killing four people, including three Americans.Castro, now 94, was the head of the country's armed forces and faced international condemnation over the crash.As the US seeks to exert increasing pressure on Cuba's communist rule, President Miguel Díaz-Canel called the charges "a political manoeuvre, devoid of any legal foundation".Speaking at Freedom Tower in Miami, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the US would also charge Castro with destruction of aircraft, and four individual counts of murder over the deaths of Armando Alejandre Jr, Carlos Alberto Costa, Mario Manuel de la Peña, and Pablo Morales."The United States, and President Trump, does not, and will not, forget its citizens," Blanche said.The justice department's new charges take aim at a key figurehead of Cuba's communist leadership when it is facing intense US pressure to make significant political and economic reforms to its one-party rule there."I think the strategy is to increase the pressure gradually to the point where the Cuban government will give in and surrender at the bargaining table," said Wiliam LeoGrand, a expert on Latin American politics at American University.The US has issued sanctions on the country and imposed a blockade on oil to Cuba that has resulted in blackouts and food shortages.Earlier on Wednesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a message to the Cuban people timed to the country's independence day."President Trump is offering a new path between the US and a new Cuba," Rubio said.Rubio told citizens of the island that a Cuban military-run conglomerate known as GAESA is primarily responsible for the blackouts and food shortages that the country continues to endure.GAESA owns or operates most of the lucrative parts of the Cuban economy from the ports to the petrol pumps to 5-star hotels.In response to Rubio's message, Díaz-Canel accused the US of lying and imposing a collective punishment on the Cuban people.Getty ImagesActing US Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the charges in Miami.Díaz-Canel also said that the indictment of Castro was being used to "justify the folly of a military aggression against Cuba" and accused the US of distorting the facts around the downing of the plane.He claimed that Cuba acted in "legitimate self-defence within its jurisdictional waters".Asked by reporters about the prospects of bringing Castro to the US to face charges, Blanche responded that there was a warrant for his arrest."We expect he will show up here, by his own will or another way," he said.Nearly 95 years old, Castro remains an influential figure, acknowledged on the island as the surviving "leader of the Cuban Revolution". He has relinquished his active government and party roles, but during his 2008-2018 presidency, he and former US president Barack Obama presided over a short-lived thaw in Washington-Havana relations.Blanche said he would "not compare cases" between Castro's and that of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.In January, the US staged a military operation to seize Maduro and bring him to the US, after the justice department indicted him.US President Donald Trump was asked about the political aspect of the indictment."A lot of those people are related to me in the sense that I've had such a great relationship with Cuban-Americans," Trump said. "On a humanitarian basis, we're here to help."Cuba unlikely to bow without a fightGetty ImagesRaúl Castro and his brother

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