The threats were purportedly issued by terrorist groups Soldiers of Resistance and United Liberation Council. The investigation has prima facie established the commission of an offence under cyber terrorism.
Around 400 anti-migrant protesters marched through Gosport, UK, while a separate Unity protest attracted approximately 100 people. Police reported that both demonstrations occurred without incident and no arrests were made. The protests were linked to plans to redevelop the Haslar Immigration Removal Centre to house migrants awaiting deportation. This facility has been closed since 2015 and was previously announced to accommodate 130 migrants.
The Supreme Court has deferred hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the functioning of the Election Commission (EC), including allegations that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar took unilateral decisions on matters that required unanimous approval, particularly in connection with the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Ethel Smith, honoring the memory of her late husband, former football manager Walter Smith, has generously contributed £50,000 to the cancer unit at Vale of Leven Hospital. This donation aims to enhance the comfort and facilities for patients receiving care. The Emmie Smillie Foundation played a crucial role in facilitating this heartfelt contribution, reflecting the shared experiences of both families affected by cancer.
The COVID-19 pandemic forced restaurant closures, leaving oyster farms with a surplus of products. In response, the Supporting Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration program was launched to convert these excess oysters into valuable resources for habitat restoration. Over 7 million oysters have been sourced from more than 150 farm partners, promoting ecological benefits while supporting local fisheries.
Cyclone Arnab is intensifying and is forecasted to hit the Andhra Pradesh coastline by Wednesday morning. The India Meteorological Department has issued alerts for severe winds and torrential rainfall affecting multiple states. Emergency shelters and control rooms are set up as beach access is prohibited to ensure public safety. Heavy rains are also impacting Odisha and Jharkhand. Residents are urged to stay updated and minimize travel during the cyclone's effects.
Two sexual assault survivors in Scotland have launched CourtRobe, a campaign to help women feel more confident when giving evidence in court. Sarah Lee, 39, and Kayla Poulton, 36, are seeking clothing donations and shopping vouchers from department stores. The initiative, being developed with the University of Glasgow's Emma Ritch Law Clinic, also aims to provide free personal shopping sessions with trauma-trained retail staff.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notice to the Centre on a petition filed by the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) challenging provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and its accompanying rules. The association had alleged that the act infringe press freedom and the right to information.
Land Rover has announced a significant price reduction for the Defender 110 following its local assembly in India. The new pricing shows a decrease of up to Rs 34 lakh for specific variants. Additionally, the locally assembled models include many features that were previously optional extras. The three engine options are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, ensuring optimal performance.