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The Australian gecko that was named after David Attenborough (for a while)

The first animal named after David Attenborough, who turns 97 today, was an Australian gecko. But it didn't keep its name for very long. To understand why we need to go back to an infamous scientific kerfuffle.

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Former CJI K.G. Balakrishnan says the Inquiry Commission he is leading can complete its task in a year

Former Chief Justice of India K.G. Balakrishnan, who heads the Inquiry Commission into whether Dalit converts to religions other than Sikhism or Buddhism should get Scheduled Caste status, on May 7 said his panel could deliver its report in a year, and that too before the election year of 2024.

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Tariq Ansari takes charge as Chairman of Telangana State Minorities Commission

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Kerala State Electricity Board proposes ₹2.54 a unit as ‘green energy’ tariff

The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has proposed ₹2.54 a unit as green power tariff for consumers who have opted for it in the current financial year

The Hindu

Reservation to Backward classes in Municipal Corporation: HBCC submits report to Haryana CM

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Backward Classes Commission Chairman, Justice Darshan Singh (Retd), submitted a report to Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Saturday regarding the proportion of reservation for Backward Class-A in Municipal Corporations.

The Times of India

DN Exclusive: Judicial Commission headed by former CJ of Allahabad HC DB Bhosale begins probe in Atiq murder case, Commission quite strict

A deep investigation has begun in the infamous Atiq Ahmed and Ashraf shootout incident in Prayagraj. In this connection, 5-member Judicial Commission, headed by former Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court Dilip Babasaheb Bhosle, visited Dhoomanganj police station and Calvin Hospital to probe every angle of the incident. Must read…

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First elections with voter ID 'well run' - but some stopped from voting, officials say

One Manchester councillor said voter ID should be scrapped

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Local elections marked ‘dark day for British democracy’ as some people unable to vote

It has been compulsory to show photo identification when voting.

The Independent UK

‘Dark day for British democracy’ as local election voters with no ID turned away

It is now compulsory to show photo identification when voting

Evening Standard

FTC Proposes Ban on Facebook Monetizing Youth Data

FTC said Facebook violated a 2020 privacy order and proposes new protections for children and teens

TV Tech

MSD offers abuse victims 'full and final' settlement, despite Royal Commission report

Lawyer says victims of state abuse are waiving their legal rights if they sign, which may include access to other forms of redress that become available, reports Aaron Smale

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After Qatargate, EU executive proposes stepping up fight against corruption

The European Union executive proposed new laws on Wednesday to step up fighting corruption through aligning definitions and penalties for graft crimes across the bloc, as well as introducing sanctions for corrupt foreigners.

Reuters

To knee or not to knee? ABC, Colorado at odds over ONE Championship’s ruleset being used in U.S.

ABC president Mike Mazzulli is none too pleased with Colorado's commission deviating from the unified rules to appease ONE Championship.

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OBC groups call off quota stir, lift blockade on Jaipur-Agra National Highway

Members of the Mali and four Other Backward Class (OBC) communities called off their agitation for 12% separate reservation in education and government jobs, and lifted the blockade on the Jaipur-Agra National Highway

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U.S. commission seeks sanctions on Indian agencies over 'violation' of religious freedom

A federal U.S. commission USCIRF has urged the Biden administration to impose targeted sanctions on Indian Government agencies and officials responsible for “severe violations” of religious freedom in the country by freezing their assets.

The Hindu

BBMP monitoring UPI digital bribes to voters, says District Election Officer Tushar Giri Nath

Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Chief Commissioner Tushar Giri Nath, who is also the Bengaluru City District Election Officer, said there have been no cases of alleged digital bribes found in the city so far. He was anwering questions on the Karnataka assembly elections and preparations by the BBMP at…

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Ukraine Told Poland, EU That Grain Import Restrictions Are ‘Unacceptable’

Ukraine had protested to key allies the European Union and Poland over restrictions on its grain supplies on Friday, before the European Commission announced later in the day that a deal had been reached in principle to resolve the matter. Ukraine's foreign ministry said on Saturday it had sent notes…

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National Commission for Scheduled Tribes flags alleged discrepancies in Forest Rights Act compliance for Great Nicobar Project

National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has now flagged alleged discrepancies with respect to the forest clearance granted for the ₹72,000-crore Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Project.

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New York adopts revised State Assembly districts

New York enacted new State Assembly district boundaries on April 24, 2023, when Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) signed legislation establishing them for use starting with the 2024 elections. The State Assembly passed the bill earlier that day by a vote of 132-13, and it passed the state Senate by a…

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State Consumer Commission comes down heavily on District Forum for dismissing complaint; orders ₹1 lakh compensation

State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission set aside district forum order against an autodriver who had complained against collusion by an used auto seller and automobile financier

The Hindu

Submit fresh status report over TSPSC exam paper leakage case: HC

High Court suggests investigation be supervised by a senior IPS officer and reviewed by one of the Commissioners of Police

The Hindu

Supreme Court directs UP govt. to submit status report on steps taken post killing of Atiq Ahmed, his brother

The Supreme Court on April 28 directed the UP government to file a comprehensive affidavit on steps taken to enquire into the murders of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother on April 15.

Reuters

Hungary govt to submit judicial bill to parliament to unlock EU funds -minister

After talks with the European Commission, Hungary's government will submit a key judicial reform bill to parliament as part of its efforts to unlock suspended EU funds, Justice Minister Judit Varga said on her official Facebook page on Thursday.

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Byron Bay holiday rental cap considered to address lack of housing

In a shock move, the NSW Independent Planning Commission recommends the Byron Shire Council be given the power to impose a 60-day annual cap on short-term holiday lets.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand too reliant on tree planting to meet net zero emissions targets, experts warn

Climate commission draft guidance says country must take more action to directly cut pollution instead of relying on trees

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