Evening news wrap: Former UK prince Andrew arrested amid Epstein row; Bloodbath on D-Street as markets crash & more | India News
- Britain’s former Prince Andrew was arrested by police on charges of misconduct in public office
The Jeffrey Epstein case Searches made at Sandringham and other properties. - Indian benchmark indices fell sharply with the BSE Sensex closing above 1,200 points and the Nifty 50 below 25,500, wiping out about Rs 7.55 lakh crore of investors’ assets.
- India’s Supreme Court has cautioned states against indiscriminate “freebies”, warning that universal benefits without targeting the needy can strain finances and amount to an indulgent policy.
- At least 35 students of a government secondary school in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari district were found with their wrists slashed, prompting authorities to order an inquiry after the matter came to light through a parent’s complaint.
- Shivam Dubey credited former India captain MS Dhoni for guiding him in his batting style after his match-winning 67 against Netherlands in the T20 World Cup.
Here are the top five news items:
Former royal prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested amid Epstein controversy
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of King Charles III, was arrested by Thames Valley Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, becoming the first British royal to be detained in modern history. The arrests came days after the US Department of Justice released files linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case, requesting searches of properties in Berkshire and the Sandringham estate in Norfolk.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said “no one is above the law” as officers raided Andrew’s 66th birthday. The development marks a dramatic escalation in the investigation into his alleged links to the Epstein files. Read the full story here
Stock market crash: Sensex over 1,200 points, Nifty below 25,500
Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Thursday, with the BSE Sensex down 1,236 points to close at 82,498.14 and the Nifty 50 down 365 points to end below 25,500. The decline came after three consecutive sessions of gains, with broad intraday losses reflecting broad-based selling pressure.The market slump wiped out about Rs 7.55 lakh crore of investor wealth, dragging down the overall market capitalization of the Bombay Stock Exchange to around Rs 464 lakh crore. The sharp decline has raised fresh concerns about near-term volatility. Read the full story here
Supreme Court flags ‘freebies culture’, warns states of fiscal pressure
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the growing culture of free distribution, warning that extending benefits to all without targeting the needy could harm state finances and long-term development.Hearing a plea by the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Limited, which plans to provide free electricity to all consumers irrespective of their financial status, the court said welfare measures are fair to the poor, but extending them to all is a “policy of appeasement” and could undermine economic order. It calls on states to strike a balance between social assistance and fiscal responsibility. Read the full story here
35 students found with wrists cut in Chhattisgarh school; Ordered an investigation
At least 35 students from classes 6 to 8 were found with cut marks on their wrists at a government secondary school in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari district, sparking concern among parents and authorities. The injuries, believed to be 20-25 days old, came to light after a parent raised the matter with the school principal.After finding similar marks on several students, the education department ordered an investigation to determine the cause and circumstances. Officials are now investigating how so many students sustained comparable injuries without previously being detected. Read the full story here
Shivam Dubey credits MS Dhoni for match-winning performance against Netherlands
Shivam Dube guided former India captain MS Dhoni after his match-winning 67 against the Netherlands in the T20 World Cup. Dubey said Dhoni’s advice helped him refine his approach, especially against pace bowling.He revealed that Dhoni emphasized smart shot selection over strike rotation and continuous big hits, which improved his confidence and performance under pressure. The guidance, Dubey said, was instrumental in shaping his maturity as a batter. Read the full story here
