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In the annals of Indian sports history, one name stands out as a pioneer of grit and determination: Hamida Banu. Born in the early 1900s near Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, Banu defied societal norms to become India's first professional woman wrestler, a feat that earned her global recognition and the moniker "Amazon of Aligarh."

In a disturbing turn of events, the burnt body of Tamil Nadu Congress leader KPK Jeyakumar was discovered in farmland owned by him, following his mysterious disappearance for two days. The incident, which occurred in Tirunelveli, has prompted the police to launch three special teams to delve into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Canadian authorities have formally charged three individuals in connection with the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent pro-Khalistan figure, on June 18, 2023, in Surrey, British Columbia. The suspects, identified as Karan Brar (22), Kamalpreet Singh (22), and Karanpreet Singh (28), were arrested in and around Edmonton, the capital of British Columbia.

In a significant turn of events, Divyanshu Budhiraja, the Congress candidate contesting in Karnal against former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar of the BJP, has been granted bail by a Panchkula court in connection with a 2018 property defacement case. Budhiraja, 31, is the president of the Haryana Youth Congress and has faced legal challenges stemming from his political activism.

In a strategic move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has selected Dinesh Pratap Singh as its candidate for the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat, traditionally held by the Congress. Singh, a seasoned politician with a history of affiliations across various parties, will contend against former Congress President Rahul Gandhi in what promises to be a closely watched electoral battle.

In a recent statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India reaffirmed India's claim over the Shaksgam Valley, denouncing China's reported construction activities in the strategically significant region. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that India has never accepted the 1963 China-Pakistan Boundary Agreement, which attempted to transfer the Shaksgam Valley from Pakistan to China.

Delhi Police has reached out to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) via Interpol channels for information regarding a hoax bomb threat email sent to over 150 schools in the National Capital Region (NCR). The CBI, functioning as India's National Central Bureau and known as Interpol India, is responsible for communication and coordination with Interpol.

The management of a prominent school in Mumbai has reportedly asked its principal to resign following controversy over her social media activity related to the Palestinian cause and the Hamas-Israel conflict, according to recent reports.

In a significant and symbolic gesture, President Droupadi Murmu paid a visit to Ayodhya, where she offered prayers and performed rituals at the Ram temple. The event, captured in a video shared on the President's official social media handle, showcased her participation in the religious ceremonies with reverence and devotion.

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has dismissed the second bail application filed by former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in connection with cases registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED) related to the now-defunct Delhi liquor excise policy for 2021-22.

In a touching and heartwarming moment, Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi received blessings from his mother, Rajni Tripathi, as he assumed charge as the 26th Navy chief. The emotional scene captured Admiral Tripathi touching his mother's feet, a traditional gesture of respect in Indian culture, before taking on his new responsibilities as the Navy Chief.

A recent study has raised alarming concerns about the Indian Ocean's escalating temperature trends, predicting a near-permanent heatwave state that could intensify severe weather events, including cyclones and heavy rainfall. The study, led by Roxy Mathew Koll of the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology Pune, highlights the potential risks to marine ecosystems, rising sea levels, and adverse impacts on coastal communities.

The Supreme Court has intervened in the ongoing controversy surrounding a teacher recruitment scam in West Bengal, staying a Calcutta High Court order directing a CBI investigation into the role of state government officials. However, the cancellation of over 25,000 teacher and non-teaching staff appointments remains in effect.

The Supreme Court has raised questions regarding the West Bengal government's involvement as a petitioner in the Sandeshkhali case, particularly in advocating for private individuals' interests. This development comes amid the state government's challenge to the Calcutta High Court's order for a CBI investigation into alleged crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali.