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Ginevra Bonina wins the 2026 Zeke award for systemic change for her project Out for Blood, which highlights period poverty in India and the women and girls fighting to reclaim the body ‘as a site of struggle, resistance and liberation’. Ebrahim Alipoor wins the award for documentary photography for his long-term project, Bullets Have No Borders, which showcases the lives of border porters who carry goods across the treacherous Iran-Iraq mountains to support their families Source link

LUCKNOW: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said Uttar Pradesh has undergone a significant transformation under chief minister Yogi Adityanath, evolving from a state once associated with poor law and order into a thriving economic and defence hub.Addressing a gathering at the inauguration of the Naval Shaurya Vatika in Lucknow, Singh said, “The state has shed its earlier image of “Gunda Raj” and “One District One Mafia” and is now known for the “One District One Product” initiative.” He credited improved law and order for boosting investor confidence and accelerating economic growth.Singh noted that Lucknow, traditionally known for its culture…

(AI Image used for representational purpose only) THANE: Police in Maharashtra’s Thane district have solved the murder of a Mumbai-based tailor within 48 hours of the crime, arresting two men allegedly involved in the killing. Investigators said a crucial clue emerged from the manner in which the victim was tied up before being murdered, according to news agency PTI.The victim, identified as 35-year-old Shamshad Ali Warish Ali, was a resident of Kajupada in Mumbai’s Kurla West. During the investigation, police found that Ali had allegedly been killed after repeatedly demanding repayment of a Rs 3 lakh loan he had extended…

Consuming large amounts of junk food early in life may cause lasting changes in the brain, even if a person later adopts a healthier diet. Scientists discovered that diets high in fat and sugar altered eating habits and affected brain regions responsible for controlling appetite. However, some beneficial gut bacteria and prebiotic fibres showed potential in reversing part of these effects. According to a new study from University College Cork (UCC), Children who regularly eat high-fat, high-sugar foods may experience lasting changes in the brain that continue long after their diets improve. Researchers also found that beneficial gut bacteria and…

NEW DELHI: Karnataka Congress president and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar is set to take oath as the state’s next chief minister on June 3, said Karnataka Congress working president G C Chandrashekhar.Addressing a press conference in Bengaluru on Saturday, Chandrashekhar said the swearing-in ceremony would be held at the Glass House in Lok Bhavan. “A decision has now been taken that the swearing-in ceremony will be held on June 3,” Chandrashekhar said, adding that the exact time of the oath-taking ceremony would be announced later.He also indicated that Shivakumar would embark on a statewide tour after assuming office. “DK…

BHUBANESHWAR: A truck crashed into a car and dragged it for several kilometres in Bhubaneswar on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday.The truck driver was identified as Jagamohan Bhukta (40) from Kantiapada in Boudh district.The people inside the car were safe and no major injuries were reported. According to police, the PCR-6 team, comprising Constable No. 1300 Shri Kongress Nahak (59), OAPF-327 Shri Pradeep Kanhar of Kandhamal, and Home Guard No. 495 Shri Anil Sahu, acted with courage, presence of mind and professional skill while dealing with the incident. Police said the team witnessed the accident at around midnight…

CHANDIGARH: Jalandhar based RTI activist Simranjit Singh was shot dead near Lovely Professional University, Phagwara on Saturday fore-noon. He was shot at from close range. Kapurthala SSP Gaurav Toora said that two bullets pierced through his head. Police recovered a .32 bore pistol lying near him and a 12 bore rifle in his Fortuner vehicle. Simranjit’s two cell phones were also lying near him.SSP said that his vehicle was parked properly, and it did not appear that he was waylaid. “We are getting CCTV footage and gathering other information to look for the accused,” he said. Jalandhar range DIG Naveen…

LUCKNOW: Nausena Shaurya Vatika in Lucknow would serve as a symbol of India’s military heritage and inspire young people to develop respect for the armed forces and contribute to nation-building, said Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday after inaugurating the park developed for Rs 19 crore by state govt with the help of Indian Navy.Addressing the gathering after the inauguration of the naval-themed memorial and museum, the chief minister said the attraction will become a new center showcasing India’s traditions, heritage, and security capabilities. “Visitors to Lucknow can now learn about the country’s military achievements and feel a…

KALYAN: In a rare move, following sustained public pressure and political intervention, the state govt has reappointed Ramdas Kokare as deputy municipal commissioner (solid waste management) in the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation. The move comes days after Kokare’s sudden transfer triggered outrage among residents and civic activists.Kokare, known across Maharashtra for his innovative waste management and cleanliness models, had been abruptly transferred last month after serving barely nine months at the KDMC. However, his next posting was not finalised.The move sparked a strong public reaction, with residents launching campaigns demanding his return, citing his role in significantly improving solid waste management…

HOOGHLY: Abhijit Majumdar, who resigned as Assam Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief, has alleged that the party has “lost its vision” and has “become a sectarian outfit, chasing Muslim vote banks instead of standing for all communities.”Majumdar, who submitted his resignation to TMC chief Mamata Banerjee on Friday, said he had been associated with the party in Assam for over two decades and was among its founding members in the state. “I was with the TMC in Assam since the very beginning, over twenty years. I was one of the founding members. I helped TMC grow in Assam. But today, I…