Evening Brief: Reddy Quits DKS Cabinet; CBSE Complaints Over Cyberattacks
Evening Brief: Reddy Quits DKS Cabinet; CBSE Cyberattack Complaint

In a significant political development, Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the DKS Cabinet on Friday, citing dissatisfaction over the allocation of portfolios. Reddy, a senior Congress leader, expressed his displeasure after being denied the portfolio he desired. The resignation comes as a setback for Chief Minister DKS, who is now faced with the challenge of rebalancing his cabinet ahead of the upcoming assembly session.

CBSE Files Complaint Over Cyberattacks

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has lodged a formal complaint with the police regarding cyberattacks on its post-result portal. The attacks, which occurred shortly after the declaration of board exam results, compromised the portal's functionality, causing inconvenience to students and parents. The CBSE has urged the authorities to investigate the matter and take necessary action against the perpetrators.

Other Top Stories

  • Economic Growth: India's GDP growth rate for the last quarter has been revised upwards to 7.5%, driven by strong performance in the manufacturing and services sectors.
  • Monsoon Update: The India Meteorological Department has predicted a normal monsoon this year, with rainfall expected to be 96% of the long-period average.
  • Sports: Indian tennis star Sania Mirza announced her retirement from professional tennis, bringing an end to a glittering career that included six Grand Slam titles.

Weather and Traffic

Delhi experienced a maximum temperature of 42 degrees Celsius today, with heatwave conditions prevailing in several parts of the city. Traffic was disrupted in the Connaught Place area due to a protest by traders over the sealing of shops. Commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly.

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