Current Affairs - National

Thousands of football fans, including those from Kolkata’s three major clubs—Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Mohammedan Sporting, united for protests in Kolkata. The demonstration at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital demanded justice for the alleged rape and murder of the victim. This unprecedented unity among Kolkata’s three major football clubs—Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Mohammedan Sporting—showed a collective call for accountability and justice. The protests, led by Subhasish Bose and supported by the All India Football Federation, underscored the shared concern for public safety and justice in the state, reflecting the powerful influence of football culture in advocating for social issues in India.

Simple Energy, a leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has announced plans to expand its presence nationwide through the introduction of six new showrooms, known as Simple Store. The company, through its official release, is set to launch Simple Store in Vijayawada, Bangalore, Pune, and Goa. These showrooms aim to provide an immersive experience that highlights Simple Energy's innovation and sustainability. Founder and CEO, Suhas Rajkumar, expressed excitement about the new stores, emphasizing their role in showcasing electric vehicles and fostering a connection with the company's values. Simple Energy aims to have 45 authorized dealership stores in India by the end of this financial year, with the new showrooms contributing to this goal and enhancing the company's market presence and offerings. Currently, Simple Energy offers two models, Simple One and Simple Dot One, which boast a range of 212 km and 151 km on a full charge, respectively.

Rajanna Sircilla’s first park, Vemulawada Municipal Park, has been inaugurated in Vemulawada, a town in Telangana. Developed at a cost of Rs 2 crore, the park caters to the recreational needs of the town’s residents and is expected to remain open daily until 9 PM. It features statues, including the centrepiece being the Lord Shiva statue, and recreational facilities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, and a playground for children.

Typhoon Ampil, the third major typhoon this year, is threatening Japan, causing widespread cancellations of flights and train services during the major holiday week, as it heads towards the archipelago after Tropical Storm Maria. The typhoon, expected to hit Tokyo and the Pacific coast on Friday and Saturday, has led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights and train services, significantly impacting travel plans. With gusts up to 180km/h and warnings of floods, officials urge safety measures as the weather agency predicts violent gusts, floods, and landslides in eastern regions. This typhoon season is particularly intense, with climate change influencing storm behaviour, intensifying, and lasting longer over land, posing significant challenges to Japan's preparedness and response efforts.

Vantara, India’s first-of-its-kind animal rescue and rehabilitation centre founded by Anant Ambani and supported by Reliance Industries and Reliance Foundation, aims to restore balance and preserve biodiversity in India. Located within the Jamnagar Refinery Complex, Vantara spans 3,000 acres, offering state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and research centres. Over 2,000 species, including over 200 elephants, have been rescued, show