Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu (Photo credit: PTI), The Supreme Court (ANI)
The Supreme Court on Monday ordered a CBI probe into the stampede at actor Vijay’s TVK rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, appointing a three-member panel led by retired judge Ajay Rastogi to supervise the investigation. The US-brokered Israel-Hamas ceasefire saw the first hostage and prisoner exchanges, as President Donald Trump arrived in Israel to meet families of hostages and discuss reconstruction, receiving a standing ovation in the Knesset.In Bihar, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav termed the Delhi court’s directive to frame charges against him and his parents in the IRCTC scam a “political vendetta” ahead of assembly polls, vowing to fight the case. Meanwhile, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee faced BJP criticism over her remarks on the Durgapur MBBS student gangrape, with party leaders accusing her of “justifying rape” and fuelling a political row.
Here are the Top 5 news of the evening:
Supreme Court orders CBI probe into Karur Stampede case
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the CBI to probe the stampede at actor Vijay’s TVK rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, emphasising that citizens are entitled to a “fair and impartial investigation”. A three-member panel led by retired SC judge Ajay Rastogi will supervise the probe. The state government told the court that the victim’s family denied filing the petition that prompted the CBI probe, calling it a fraud, but the court said this would not affect its interim order. Read full story
Benjamin Netanyahu nominates Donald Trump for Israel’s highest civilian honour
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Israel Prize, the country’s highest civilian honour, praising his “indispensable” role in securing the Gaza ceasefire and hostage releases. In a Knesset address, Netanyahu called Trump the “greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House” and credited him for backing military and diplomatic measures that helped free hostages and advance peace efforts. Trump received a standing ovation in parliament and met families of hostages before his speech. Follow live updates
Tejashwi reacts after charges framed in IRCTC case; calls it ‘political vendetta’
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday termed the Delhi court’s directive to frame charges against him, his parents Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi in the IRCTC scam as a “political vendetta,” saying such actions were expected ahead of Bihar elections. Defending his father’s record as Union Railway Minister, Tejashwi hailed Lalu as a “historic minister” who boosted profits, reduced fares, and earned recognition from Harvard and IIM students. Read full story
BJP criticises Mamata Banerjee over ‘girls should not go out late at night’ remark
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee drew BJP criticism after her remarks on the Durgapur MBBS student gangrape, with the party accusing her of “justifying rape.” BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj said Mamata’s advice that women “should not go out late at night” reflects a regressive mindset, questioning her governance using TMC’s slogan “Maa, Maati, Maanush.” Read full story
Pakistan gripped by violence as TLP protests turn ugly
Pakistan witnessed violent clashes on Monday as police confronted thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters, leaving at least one officer dead and dozens injured. Punjab police confirmed the death of a police station house officer (SHO) and three TLP members. Authorities reimposed road and motorway closures in and around Lahore and Islamabad, while some schools in the capital closed early over fears of further unrest. Read full story Go to Source
