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Non-binary Indian on student visa elected to Scottish Parliament

A non-binary transgender Indian national, Q Manivannan, has been elected as a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) on a student visa. This historic win marks the first time a foreign citizen without permanent residency has held such a position. Manivannan's election has drawn controversy, with debates arising over their immigration status and political stance. from Times of India via iamshivamvns

‘There’s just one formula for success…’: Farmer’s daughter clears UPSC exam, shares winning mantra

Prachi Kumari, a farmer's daughter from Vidisha, achieved an impressive AIR 260 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, becoming the Hindi medium topper. Her journey, marked by financial struggles and reliance on self-study, highlights the power of determination and continuous hard work. Prachi's success serves as a significant inspiration to aspiring civil servants across the nation. from Times of India via iamshivamvns

SIT files charge-sheet against man accused of bid on Farooq Abdullah’s life

A charge-sheet has been filed by the SIT against Kamal Singh Jamwal, 63, for the attempted assassination of former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah. Jamwal allegedly fired at Abdullah during a wedding ceremony in Jammu, driven by resentment over Kashmiri migrant issues. The SIT's investigation indicates a pre-meditated intent to target the politician. from Times of India via iamshivamvns

Father of child who died in boat tragedy says his son had a premonition

A 4-year-old boy, Trishan, reportedly showed unusual fear of water and expressed a premonition before the tragic Jabalpur boat accident on April 30, 2026. His father recounted Trishan's words, "Papa, we should not go into the water," and a chilling question asked during the cruise. The family's unpacked luggage serves as a painful reminder of the lives lost. from Times of India via iamshivamvns

Rodney Harrison backs Mike Vrabel to lead Patriots locker room amid controversy

Former New England Patriots star safety Rodney Harrison backs Mike Vrabel amidst Dianna Russini controversy. He predicts the locker room will rally around the coach. Harrison believes players’ shared struggles will foster empathy and forgiveness. It will potentially strengthen team bonds. Fellow analyst Devin McCourty hopes Vrabel can navigate the situation until the season begins. He emphasized that winning will help the team move past the issue as people usually forget such scandals. from Times of India via iamshivamvns