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Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee fiercely criticized rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, labeling her faction "desperate" and accusing them of betraying Mamata Banerjee and colluding with the BJP. Dastidar, however, remained defiant, vowing to fight for Bengal and the nation, asserting her long-standing commitment to the party and its principles. This exchange highlights a deepening internal conflict within the TMC.

SpiceJet pilots and employees are still awaiting salaries owed since March, as the airline seeks an emergency government-backed loan. Internal messages reveal significant financial strain, with employees struggling to manage daily expenses. The airline acknowledges payment delays, attributing them to operational challenges and the Middle East crisis.

Storage of fat is different in Indians. This makes our organs vulnerable to inflammation

Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are under ECB investigation after breaching a midnight curfew and becoming involved in a nightclub altercation in Chelsea. Reports claim a Saracens academy rugby player threw a punch at Atkinson but hit an ECB security guard, who needed stitches. ECB sources insist the cricketers “were not the aggressors.” Stokes’s captaincy is now under scrutiny.

Many taxpayers mistakenly believe the New Tax Regime offers no deductions. However, salaried employees and pensioners can claim a Rs 75,000 standard deduction. Employer contributions to NPS and interest on home loans for let-out properties are also still permissible, reducing overall tax liability

Apple's advanced Siri AI upgrade faces an indefinite delay in the EU for iPhones and iPads due to regulatory clashes over privacy and security. European regulators' interpretation of the Digital Markets Act has prevented Apple from safely integrating the new AI, leaving EU users missing out on key features. Apple is engaging with regulators for a path forward.

Understanding a property's 'circle rate' is crucial for buyers in India. This government-set minimum value, also known as reckoner or guidance value, dictates stamp duty and registration charges, often exceeding the actual sale price. Location, property type, and infrastructure significantly influence these rates, impacting your final cost and negotiation power. Always verify the circle rate before purchasing.