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Rajanna’s admission followed accusations from former BJP Minister V Sunil Kumar, who accused the Congress government of orchestrating what he called a «honey trap factory,» reported TOI. BJP legislator Basanagouda Patil Yatnal further said that a senior Congress politician was involved in the matter. According to the Oxford dictionary, 'honey trap' or 'honey trapping' refers to «a strategy where an attractive person, often a woman, uses romantic or sexual relationships to gain information or influence from a target, potentially for political, monetary, or personal gain.» Rajanna’s statements caused an uproar in the assembly, and during the debate, BJP lawmakers stormed into the well of the House, demanding a judicial inquiry into the matter. Rajanna claimed that not only had he been targeted, but other politicians were also victims of similar traps, leading to the claim that 48 politicians from different political parties, including Congress, BJP, and JDS, had been involved in the scandal.

Neymar is back in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. The Brazilian soccer star is being accused of cheating for allegedly attending a party with 20 escorts. Despite the allegations, Neymar and his pregnant girlfriend, Bruna Biancardi, appear to be standing together, denying any wrongdoing. The scandal comes as he deals with injuries and career setbacks, as per reports.

Enforcement Directorate (ED) will soon file a supplementary prosecution complaint (equivalent of a charge sheet) against former Union railways minister Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi and their kin for their alleged involvement in the land-for-jobs case, said people in the know. The federal agency quizzed Lalu at its Patna office on Wednesday. Lalu's wife Rabri Devi, former chief minister of Bihar and their son Tej Pratap Yadav were questioned by the ED on Tuesday. According to agency sources, after filing the supplementary prosecution complaint, ED will push for commencement of trial against Lalu and co-accused in the case. «This will be the last prosecution complaint following which we would argue on framing of charges against the accused so that the trial can be kickstarted. This is one of the top priority cases for the agency,» said a senior official. According to agency sources, Lalu, Rabri and Tej Pratap were again summoned by the agency to confront them with the supplementary charge sheet recently filed by the CBI. In its latest charge sheet, the CBI had referred to five more parcels of land allegedly usurped by Lalu and his kin in lieu of jobs given to railway employees. Following CBI's recent revelations, the ED also quizzed Lalu and his kin pertaining to the five land parcels, said people in the know. But Lalu and his kin have denied the accusations levelled against them.

Harry Sisson is embroiled in controversy following allegations of manipulative behavior involving multiple women. Harry Sisson has been accused of convincing and luring a dozen nearly women to send their explicit videos on Snapchat. Accusations surfaced online, primarily via X (formerly Twitter), alleging Sisson persuaded nearly a dozen women to send explicit photos via Snapchat, despite claiming to «respect them for more than their bodies.» This revelation has sparked outrage, particularly given Sisson's public advocacy for women's rights. ALSO READ: Harry Sisson Snapchat scandal: This TikTok influencer and Biden fan lured women to share explicit videos

Harry Sisson, a University student in the US, has been making headlines- due to his Snapchat scandal that has led to many voices rising against his actions. Harry, a popular social media influencer, has created a lot of buzz online as he made several women send him their explicit photos through Snapchat. The claim was made by an X user who identifies herself as a Republican State Delegate, according to TOI.

illegal land allotment scandal. Sharma stands booked by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on charges of money laundering in the said scandal. Sharma had petitioned the top Court seeking discharge from the case.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) find themselves gearing up for another chance to capture the elusive IPL title. Known for their early success and a roller-coaster journey, the franchise has had its fair share of memorable highs, challenging lows, and even controversial moments. Let’s take a trip down memory lane to revisit their remarkable journey, and what could be next for the Royals.

Seo Hye-jin under Crea Studio. Despite Seo Hye-jin’s history of producing hit shows, Under 15 is generating buzz for all the wrong reasons. The show is actively scouting children between the ages of 3 and 15 from more than 70 countries, sparking widespread concern. Reports indicate that the producer’s goal is to form a group with an average debut age even lower than NewJeans’ 16.4 years, raising ethical questions about the industry's growing push toward increasingly younger idols. As the introductory poster of one of the contestants, eight-year-old Kim Ga Yoon, went viral on X, several netizens condemned the induction of such young children, pointing out that they are vulnerable to predators. Many also objected to the name of the programme, saying that such a suggestive name would attract the attention of pedophiles.

Lilavati Hospital, one of the country’s most reputed healthcare institutions, is at the centre of an explosive controversy. The Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust (LKMMT), which runs the hospital, has accused its former trustees of siphoning off over Rs 1,500 crore through fraudulent transactions, kickbacks, and illegal offshore deals. But it doesn’t end there. The trust has also alleged that black magic rituals were conducted within the hospital premises, with human remains discovered beneath the floor of the current trustees' office. The accusations, bizarre yet serious, have resulted in multiple FIRs and a growing legal battle.

The state government counsel made a statement to this effect to a Supreme Court bench headed by Justice Abhay Oka on Friday. The case is being probed by Chhattisgarh's Economic offences Wing (EOW) as well as Enforcement Directorate (ED). The development took place during the hearing of a bail plea filed by retired IAS officer Anil Tuteja, a co-accused in the case, and Arun Pati Tripathi, the then special secretary of the Chhattisgarh excise department.

Armie Hammer is no stranger to controversy, but his latest remarks have reignited backlash like never before. The former Gossip Girl actor, whose once-glittering career was derailed by scandal, is facing heat for declaring «women are the worst» while sharing a jaw-dropping story on his Armie HammerTime podcast. The revelation, which was meant to be lighthearted, has instead sparked outrage — with many accusing Hammer of misogyny and pandering to a gay audience for attention.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The property market in the National Capital Region (NCR) has witnessed a clean-up and turnaround in recent times. Now, a new crisis seems to have hit the market, with allegations of cheating and defrauding of homebuyers doing the rounds.

Justin Bieber, once the poster boy for teen stardom, now finds himself facing a crisis that has left those close to him deeply concerned. At 30, the singer appears gaunt, weary, and burdened—not just by whispers of trouble in his marriage to Hailey Bieber, but also by the shocking allegations against his former mentor, Sean "Diddy" Combs. The mogul, who took Bieber under his wing as a young star, now faces accusations of sex trafficking and racketeering, a scandal that has reportedly left Bieber disgusted and disoriented.

Ashley St. Clair’s relentless social media campaign to catch Elon Musk’s attention has come back to haunt her amid explosive allegations that she deliberately «baby-trapped» the billionaire. The 26-year-old conservative influencer, who is now embroiled in a custody battle over a child she claims Musk fathered, spent years posting about the Tesla titan on X (formerly Twitter) before they ever met. From flirtatious tweets to playful nods at Musk’s notorious past, her persistent online admiration is now being scrutinized as evidence of an orchestrated plan.

Musk is no stranger to controversy, but the latest twist in his personal life is straight out of a Hollywood thriller. The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX CEO has fired back at conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair, who claims he secretly fathered her 5-month-old son. In a shocking move, Musk has now shared damning text messages that suggest St. Clair had a premeditated plan to seduce him—an alleged «pregnancy plot» designed to trap one of the world’s richest men.

Enforcement Directorate's (ED) plea to segregate the trial in the ₹3,600-cr VVIP chopper scandal. The ED had sought the separation of trials for accused individuals who have joined the probe and those who have either evaded summons or failed to participate in the probe. Some accused opposed the request.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have built a reputation as one of Hollywood’s strongest and most beloved couples, known for their playful social media banter and picture-perfect family life. But behind the scenes, their marriage is facing an unprecedented storm—one that could shake even the most rock-solid relationships.

Javier Milei's support before crashing is the latest in a series of politically endorsed meme coins facing a backlash.