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Judicial tribunal confirms 5-year extension of ban on SIMI

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The tribunal confirmed a five-year extension of the ban on SIMI, emphasizing its ongoing objectives of 'Jehaad' and establishing Islamic rule in India. SIMI's connections to ISIS and involvement in terrorism and disrupting national peace were key reasons for the decision. The group has been banned and re-banned since 2001 for its activities.

R1,2m fraud trial delayed

The Herald 

Yeukai Karengezeka Court Correspondent The trial of Allen Thindwa Mzamu who is alleged to be part of an organised syndicate that fleeced victims of over R1,2 million failed to kick off today. This is the third time this has happened. In the last court session, Mzamu’s lawyer made an application demanding CCTV footage from the […]

Inflation in Russia was zero over week — statistics

Tass.com 

The price drop at the same time was 3.3% for beet, 3,2% for carrots, 2% for tomatoes, 1.8% for cucumbers, 1.6% for potatoes, 1.1% for bananas, 1% for chicken eggs, 0.7% for onions, 0.4% for sausages, 0.3% for pasta, and 0.2% for millet

Three forgotten women who wrote fairytales that subverted the Grimms' gender norms

Phys.org 

Rapunzel, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty—these well-known stories and others, first published by the Brothers Grimm in Kinder- und Hausmärchen (Children's and Household Tales, 1812), have become shorthand for what we collectively think of as fairytales. They are stories with a strong moralistic undertone in which humble and obedient women are rewarded while transgressive women suffer—all before an interchangeable background of castles, kings and sorcery.

Maruti Suzuki to recall 2,555 Alto K10 vehicles for possible defect; affected customers advised against driving the vehicle

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Maruti Suzuki has announced a recall of 2,555 Alto K10 vehicles due to a potential defect in the Steering Gear Box Assembly, which could affect the vehicle's steerability. Owners of the affected vehicles are advised not to drive them until the part is replaced. The company will arrange for inspections and replacements at no cost through authorized dealer workshops.

Pakistani journalist in hiding after police raid his home over protest reports

Committee to Protect Journalists 

New York, August 7, 2024—Pakistani police have raided the home of digital journalist Usman Khan three times, forcing him into hiding to avoid detention for his coverage of protests over alleged human rights abuses in southwestern Baluchistan province. “Pakistani police must immediately cease their attempts to detain independent journalist Usman Khan and allow the media...