Kamal Haasan has responded to Elon Musk's claims regarding Starlink's regulatory delays in India. He emphasized that no billionaire should influence a nation's policy, highlighting India's strategic interests. Haasan called for affordable satellite internet to bridge the digital divide in India. He criticized the hypocrisy of Western nations advocating for free markets while practicing protectionism. The Indian democracy will determine its future without the influence of outside vested interests.

Kamal Haasan has responded to Elon Musk's claims regarding Starlink's regulatory delays in India. He emphasized that no billionaire should influence a nation's policy, highlighting India's strategic interests. Haasan called for affordable satellite internet to bridge the digital divide in India. He criticized the hypocrisy of Western nations advocating for free markets while practicing protectionism. The Indian democracy will determine its future without the influence of outside vested interests.

China and the European Union held successful trade talks aimed at managing contentious disputes and avoiding escalation. Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic discussed hybrid vehicle exports, which are controversial in Europe. Beijing agreed to moderate its hybrid vehicle exports significantly over the coming years to ease pressure on local automakers.

Punjab's ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged a protest in Chandigarh against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged vote theft, demanding his resignation. Led by Manish Sisodia and Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, the demonstration criticised the BJP-led Centre over detentions in Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's Jantar Mantar protest.

A Rouse Avenue court dismissed a criminal defamation complaint filed by Parvesh Verma against Saurabh Bharadwaj. The court found that the statements made by Bharadwaj did not constitute defamation due to their questioning nature. Verma claimed that Bharadwaj's social media posts harmed his reputation by linking him to a serious school incident. Additionally, Verma stated that he has no connections to the school or its trust.

James Blake and Marc Lasry's foray into Major League Pickleball started with a $100,000 investment in 2021. Over the last two years, their stake has seen a remarkable appreciation, mirroring a growing trend in sports investing. With icons like LeBron James and Tom Brady entering the pickleball arena, this indicates a cultural transformation.

Vishva Hindu Parishad has raised concerns about funding for a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party at Jantar Mantar. They are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. National spokesperson Vinod Bansal claims that significant amounts of money are being paid to lawyers involved in the case.

Delhi CJP stir: A protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Delhi turned tense on Saturday after protesters allegedly toppled barricades and pelted security personnel with stones near Akashwani Bhawan, leaving two police personnel injured. Police detained around 500 people as protesters attempted to reach Jantar Mantar despite denial of permission and tight security arrangements across the New Delhi district.

Delhi CJP stir: A protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Delhi turned tense on Saturday after protesters allegedly toppled barricades and pelted security personnel with stones near Akashwani Bhawan, leaving two police personnel injured. Police detained around 500 people as protesters attempted to reach Jantar Mantar despite denial of permission and tight security arrangements across the New Delhi district.

Mumbai Police detained Tushar Gandhi and other activists ahead of a planned demonstration in Mumbai. The gathering aimed to support the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. Authorities stated that no official permission had been requested for the event at August Kranti Maidan. The protest targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for alleged voter-list manipulation during electoral roll revisions.