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Suvendu Adhikari's father, Sisir Adhikari, expressed confidence in his son's ability to serve Bengal, highlighting the state's pressing issues like unemployment. Suvendu's mother, Gayatri, shared emotional reflections on his arduous journey and early life, noting his piety and admiration for Swami Vivekananda and his father's political legacy.

In Birmingham, a man has been admitted to the hospital with a fractured leg following a collision with a van amid tense confrontations over far-right union flags. Local residents, trying to dismantle the flags placed by the organization Raise the Colours, reported facing hostility and violence. The van involved in the incident sped away but was later located.

A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was forced to divert to Tahiti after a passenger allegedly bit a flight attendant mid-air. The disruptive passenger has been banned for life from all Qantas and Jetstar services. This incident follows a recent string of unruly behaviour on Australian flights, including another passenger accused of biting and assaulting crew.

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Google's AI data centre plans in the UK significantly underestimated carbon emissions, presenting them as five times smaller than reality. Experts discovered the error involved comparing annual emissions to a five-year carbon budget. These miscalculations affect three proposed sites, collectively impacting over 1% of the UK's 2033 carbon budget, a figure comparable to Bristol's annual emissions.

The British parliamentary sleaze watchdog will probe hard-right politician Nigel Farage's non- disclosure of a £5 million gift from a billionaire donor to his party, UK media reported Wednesday. The parliament's standards commissioner investigation concerns a gift from Thailand-based aviation entrepreneur and crypto investor Christopher Harborne, who last year donated £12 million to Reform UK. Farage and Reform UK told British media that he did not declare the £5 million because it was a personal gift to pay for his personal security, which Harborne corroborated.

The Court refused to entertain a habeas corpus petition filed by a mother seeking custody of her two minor children from their father, stressing that any such disputes must ordinarily be resolved under statutory remedies.

Responding to Pakistan's warning, Indian Navy chief-designate Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan stated that India is prepared to counter any "misadventure" from across the border, emphasizing that such actions originate from there. He highlighted India's stance against terrorism, particularly from foreign soil, and underscored the Indian Navy's role as the guardian of the increasingly contested Indo-Pacific maritime domain.

Dell Technologies stock reached an all-time high after President Trump publicly endorsed the company, urging Americans to "go out and buy a Dell." This surge followed the Dell family's pledge of $6.25 billion to fund "Trump Accounts," designed to provide seed money for children's investment accounts.

A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, on a motorcycle trip to Australia, were arrested in Iran in early 2025 and accused of espionage. Despite their family's pleas and a hunger strike, they were sentenced to 10 years in Evin Prison. Their son campaigns for their release, while the UK government presses Iran for their freedom, calling the charges unjustifiable.

Tom Cruise made a stylish arrival in London, sporting an all-black ensemble amidst a light drizzle. This sighting comes shortly after the confirmation of 'Top Gun 3' entering production. The 63-year-old star, who recently hinted at exploring various story ideas for the franchise, is also reportedly in discussions for a new spy thriller titled 'Doppelgänger'.

In an unexpected turn, the UK economy posted a 0.6% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2026, largely buoyed by the resilient services sector, particularly in retail. While this positive news stands in stark contrast to previous gloomy predictions amidst global uncertainty, analysts warn that this growth may be fleeting.

Thousands rallied against antisemitism in London, with major Jewish groups organizing the event. The inclusion of Nigel Farage sparked controversy, drawing criticism for his past rhetoric. Organizers aimed for broad societal support, emphasizing solidarity against hate and division. Religious and business leaders also voiced their backing, pledging protection for the Jewish community.

In light of a hepatitis A outbreak in Barry, Welsh health officials are calling on parents to emphasize the importance of hand hygiene. With three households reporting cases of the illness, there are rising fears of further spread in the community. To combat this, vaccinations are being provided for individuals in close contact with those affected.

In an explosive turn of events in Bihar, the arrest of Santosh Kumar Jaiswal, who is purportedly linked to the NEET-UG paper leak, has set the political arena ablaze. As a former national secretary of the RJD, his arrest prompted the BJP to launch a barrage of accusations against the RJD, alleging their involvement in fostering corruption.

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