President Biden is set to announce a significant proposal for reforming the US Supreme Court, including implementing term limits for justices and establishing a mandatory code of ethics. The proposal comes amid Biden’s growing criticism of the high court and its recent decisions, and is aimed at addressing concerns over transparency and accountability.
The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics was marred by a diplomatic gaffe, mistakenly introducing the South Korean delegation as North Korea. This error has sparked outrage in South Korea, prompting the sports ministry to seek a meeting with the IOC and a strong protest from the French government. The ceremony also faced other issues including long queues, ticketing problems, and disruptions to the French high-speed rail network.
Vice President Kamala Harris officially declared her candidacy for the US presidential election on Saturday, July 27th. Her announcement comes after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race, throwing his support behind Harris. Harris has seen a surge in popularity and is narrowing the gap with Donald Trump in recent polls.
A three-storey building in Navi Mumbai’s Shahbaz village collapsed early on July 27, trapping several residents. Rescue efforts are underway by police, fire brigade, and the NDRF. Two people have been rescued, but two are still believed to be trapped.
The Paris Olympics opening ceremony was marred by a series of unfortunate events, including train sabotage, heavy rain, and ticketing problems. The sabotage of the French railway network caused widespread disruption, while the rain forced spectators to endure uncomfortable conditions during the ceremony. Thousands also experienced long queues and ticketing issues, adding to the chaos of the day.
Heavy rainfall in Delhi led to widespread waterlogging, causing traffic congestion, particularly on the Delhi-Noida-Delhi (DND) flyway. The Delhi BJP has blamed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for the situation, alleging corruption in drain cleaning. The weather department has predicted more rain in the coming days.
Vivan Jenna Wilson, the transgender daughter of Elon Musk, has refuted her father’s claims that he was tricked into signing consent forms for her gender-affirming treatment. Wilson, in an interview with NBC News, stated that Musk studied the forms thoroughly before signing them. She also accused Musk of being an absentee and cruel father throughout her childhood, pressuring her to be masculine and reacting angrily to her feminine traits.
The Indian stock market rebounded on Friday, registering its best weekly gains in 14 years after budget announcements. The US presidential race saw a significant development as former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama endorsed Kamala Harris. However, the Paris Olympics faced a setback as saboteurs targeted the French train network, causing widespread disruptions.
The US government returned 262 antiquities to India and signed a Cultural Property Agreement (CPA) with India to curb the illicit trade of culturally valuable property. This agreement restricts the import of certain archaeological and ethnological materials from India into the US, including religious, ceremonial, and architectural items. The repatriation of artifacts was hailed as an investment in cultural diplomacy and sustainable development.
NASA’s Perseverance rover has discovered a rock on Mars exhibiting features suggestive of past microbial life, sparking excitement about the potential for ancient life on the Red Planet. The rock, named Cheyava Falls, reveals signs of organic material and surface spots similar to fossilized microbes on Earth. Additionally, the discovery of pure sulfur crystals, an unexpected find, has opened up new possibilities for understanding Mars’s past and its potential for supporting life.
