August 6, 2025

High Court Denies Bail in Police Station Shooting Case

The Bombay High Court has denied bail to former BJP MLA Ganpat Gaikwad and three others involved in a shooting incident inside a police station. Mahesh Gaikwad, the target of the shooting, welcomed the decision and called for a swift trial, citing the seriousness of the case.

August 6, 2025

Brazil Seeks WTO Help as India Faces New Tariffs from Trump

Brazil has approached the WTO for tariff relief against US tariffs imposed by Trump, while India faces a new 50% tariff on exports due to its Russian oil purchases. Indian officials downplay the impact on inflation but express concern over the implications for trade.

August 6, 2025

Supreme Court Grants Rs 4 Crore Flat in Divorce Settlement

In a recent divorce ruling, the Supreme Court dissolved a second marriage and directed the husband to gift his wife a flat worth Rs 4 crore. Additional demands of Rs 12 crore and a BMW were rejected due to the wife's qualifications and employment. All related legal proceedings are also closed.

August 6, 2025

US Cancels $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Funding Amid COVID Surge

The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced a $500 million funding cut for mRNA vaccines, citing limited effectiveness and potential risks. This decision, announced by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., comes as COVID-19 cases rise, sparking criticism from health experts about abandoning effective pandemic tools.

August 6, 2025

Milorad Dodik Stripped of Presidency Following Court Verdict

Bosnia's electoral body has removed Milorad Dodik from his position as the president of the Serb entity in Bosnia due to a court ruling sentencing him to one year in jail and a six-year political inactivity ban. He plans to appeal the decision.