Ex-Microsoft India exec Pai sues firm for ₹35 cr, claims she was labelled 'troublemaker'

Ex-Microsoft India executive Lathika Pai has sued the company for over ₹35 crore, alleging she was forced to quit. The lawsuit, moved from Delhi High Court to a Bengaluru civil court, alleged she faced a hostile work environment, retaliation and procedural unfairness. She said she was branded a "troublemaker", removed from key forums and her contributions were publicly ignored.
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India responds after Pakistan blames it for suicide bombing that killed 4 kids in Balochistan

After Pakistan blamed India for suicide blast that killed four children in Balochistan's Khuzdar, India rejected the baseless allegations made by Pakistan. Condoling the demise of the children, India said, "In order to divert attention from its reputation as the global epicentre of terrorism...it has become second nature for Pakistan to blame India for all its internal issues."
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05:10 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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India won't tolerate terror: Raghav Chadha as he raises Op Sindoor on global forum

AAP MP Raghav Chadha spoke about India's Operation Sindoor during his address at Asian Leadership Conference in South Korea and said India is all for peace but won't tolerate terror. He called upon the world to "build a united global front against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism." Former British PM Rishi Sunak, Australian PM Tony Abbott among people who were part of conference.
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05:08 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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M&S to take ₹3,400-crore hit from cyberattack, refuses to confirm if it paid ransom

Marks & Spencer confirmed that its profits may take a £300-million (over ₹3,400 crore) hit, mainly due to its online ordering service being unavailable following a cyberattack. CEO Stuart Machin said "threat actors" had gained access to its systems using "social engineering" techniques, like posing as a staffer. He, however, refused to answer whether M&S paid a ransom to hackers.
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Indian stabbed to death by another for 'resembling uncle' in US

A 30-year-old Indian-origin entrepreneur, Akshay Gupta, was stabbed to death by a fellow Indian on a public bus in US' Texas. The attacker, identified as Deepak Kandel, stabbed him in the neck "without provocation", police said. Kandel confessed to the murder, claiming he committed the act because Gupta "resembled his uncle". He has been charged with first-degree murder.
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05:03 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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Solar storm to strike Earth in coming days, warns NASA

NASA has issued a warning about heightened solar activity in the coming days, cautioning that intense solar storms may disrupt communications, navigation systems, and power grids on Earth. NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory recently captured the most powerful solar outburst of 2025. The powerful X2.7-class solar flare erupted from a newly active sunspot, AR4087, causing temporary radio blackouts.
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05:23 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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Pralhad Joshi criticises Uber for asking users for tips before ride, asks CCPA to take action

Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi criticised Uber for its "Advance Tip" feature, prompting users to pay tips before booking rides. "Forcing or nudging users to pay tip in advance for faster service is unethical and exploitative," he said, calling it "unfair trade practices". Following directions to consumer rights body CCPA, a notice was issued to Uber seeking explanation, he stated.
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Actress Aishwarya Ragupathi criticises reporter over comment on her outfit at event

Tamil actress Aishwarya Ragupathi recently attended a trailer launch, where a reporter questioned her about her outfit. "Are you wearing this...because it's summer?" asked the reporter, to which she responded, "I'm not sure how it's...connected to the...event." Addressing the controversy later, Aishwarya said, "It took me five seconds to realise you asked if I wore sleeveless to feel the breeze."
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05:15 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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What will happen if rain washes out MI-DC match?

If MI-DC IPL 2025 match at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai gets washed out on Wednesday, both teams will earn a point each. Both sides will face PBKS in their final league games. If both win, MI will qualify for playoffs. If MI win and DC lose, MI will advance and if DC win and MI lose, DC will advance.
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05:39 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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I applaud security forces for killing 27 dreaded Maoists: Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday applauded security forces for killing "27 dreaded Maoists, including (top maoist leader) Nambala Keshav Rao...general secretary of CPI-Maoist" in an operation in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh. "This is the first time in three decades...a general secretary-ranked leader has been neutralized," Shah posted on X.
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Waqf not a fundamental right or essential part of Islam: Govt to SC

The Centre told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that "Waqf is not a fundamental right". Representing the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said "Waqf is an Islamic concept, no doubt about it, but it is not an essential part of Islam". He stated, "A false narrative is (being) created that they'll (Muslims) have to provide documents" under the Waqf Act.
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It's fitting that we are at the bottom: CSK head coach Stephen Fleming

Talking about CSK being at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table, head coach Stephen Fleming said that it is fitting that they are at the bottom. "We have played that type of cricket, so you can't hide away from it," he added. CSK have lost 10 out of their 13 IPL 2025 matches so far.
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05:56 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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I got over 500 missed calls, I switched my phone off for 4 days: Vaibhav Suryavanshi on ton

RR's 14-year-old opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, talking about his maiden hundred in IPL, said that he received over 500 missed calls. "A lot of people were approaching me after I scored the century. But I don't like that [having too many people]," he added. "I had kept my phone off for 4 days," he further said.
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Protestors set Pak minister's home ablaze, open fire with AK-47 in Sindh over water issues

Locals protesting over water scarcity set Sindh home minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar's home ablaze after one of them was killed as they blocked a highway, according to reports. Locals were protesting a canal project which aims to divert Indus water from Sindh to Pakistan's Punjab. Multiple videos which surfaced also showed protestors opening fire with AK-47 rifles outside Lanjar's house.
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Will reveal face of Pakistan: All-party delegation on Op Sindoor while leaving for Japan

While leaving for Japan, one of the all-party delegations on Operation Sindoor said, "It is the job of the entire delegation to reveal the face of Pakistan to the entire world." JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha, the leader of the delegation, said, "The whole state of Pakistan sponsors terrorism, and the terrorism thrives completely with the support of the state."
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06:26 pm Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

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Male bodybuilders face high risk of sudden cardiac death: Study

Sudden cardiac death is responsible for unusually high proportion of deaths in male bodybuilders worldwide with highest risk among professional bodybuilders, according to a study published in European Heart Journal. Researchers said their findings highlight health risks associated with competitive bodybuilding and suggest the need for preventive strategies and policy changes within the community.
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NCP leader's daughter-in-law dies by suicide, her family claims sister-in-law spat on her

NCP leader Rajendra Hagawane's daughter-in-law Vaishnavi died by suicide on May 16, with her parents alleging her in-laws used to harass her. Speaking to ABP Majha, her father said her sister-in-law once hit and spat on her. Vaishnavi's in-laws began harassing her months after the wedding, which saw silver and gold items and a vehicle given as dowry, he added.
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Pic from space shows world's largest iceberg breaks into thousands of pieces

A recent photo by NASA's Aqua satellite showed the world's largest iceberg, A23a, breaking into thousands of pieces. "Thousands of iceberg pieces litter the ocean surface near the main berg, creating a scene reminiscent of a dark, starry night," NASA said. This type of disintegration is called "edge wasting" and has shrunk A23a by around 520 sq km since March.
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Rohit Sharma could undergo hamstring surgery after IPL 2025: Report

Team India ODI captain Rohit Sharma could undergo hamstring surgery after IPL 2025, a report by CricBlogger said. The report added that Rohit had been managing the issue on his left hamstring for nearly five years. "If Rohit wants to play the 2027 World Cup, this is the right time to get the surgery done," CricBlogger reported quoting a source.
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India pushing for exemption from US' 26% reciprocal & 10% baseline tariffs: Official

India is pushing to get a full exemption from 26% reciprocal tariffs announced by US on Indian imports, an official told PTI. India is seeking the exemption in trade talks ongoing between the two countries for a bilateral trade agreement. An interim deal may be announced before July 8, which will include goods, non-tariff barriers and some areas of services.
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