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5ive in Focus: Top 5 News of 26 June 2023



| 26 June 2023


1. Several top Indian wrestlers, including Olympic medalists and national champions, have chosen to take their allegations of sexual harassment against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to court instead of resorting to street protests. The wrestlers accused Singh of inappropriate touching and soliciting sexual favors. The sit-in protest in Delhi gained significant attention, leading to a national conversation about the issue. The government has assured the wrestlers that Singh will be removed from his position as part of a broader restructuring of the WFI.




2. Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed his concerns about the changing nature of violence in the state during a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting aimed to address the escalating situation in Manipur and seek cooperation from political parties to restore peace. The chief minister highlighted the challenges faced by the administration in tackling the situation, including civil unrest and attacks on government properties. The state police and central security forces have intensified their crackdown on militants' bunkers to restore stability.




3. Over a dozen former legislators, ministers, and office bearers of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in Telangana have joined the Congress party ahead of the upcoming assembly election in the state. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi were present during the leaders' official switch of allegiance. This move holds significant implications for the upcoming election and may impact the political landscape of Telangana. The addition of experienced politicians to the Congress strengthens its leadership pool and improves its chances in the election.




4. Former US President Barack Obama faced criticism from leaders of India's governing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for his recent remarks on Muslims in India. During an interview with CNN, Obama expressed concerns about the potential consequences if the rights of minorities, particularly Muslims, were not protected in India. BJP leaders, including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, voiced India's desire for good relations with the US but criticized Obama's comments on religious tolerance. The controversy highlights the sensitivity of the issue of minority rights in India.




5. Retired US Army general and former CIA chief David Petraeus issued a warning to Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Russian mercenary group Wagner, following an uprising against the Russian government. Petraeus advised Prigozhin to be cautious as the fallout from the rebellion continues. The rebellion, led by Prigozhin's Wagner group, was swiftly called off, raising questions about Prigozhin's motivations. Prigozhin sought refuge in Belarus as part of a deal to resolve the crisis. The agreement includes dropping charges against him and his troops, while non-participating Wagner fighters will be offered contracts by the Russian Defense Ministry.


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