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| | Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision to conduct a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in Bihar ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections. HT brings you a round-up of the most important and interesting stories, so you don’t miss your daily dose of news. | THE BIG STORY RJD, Moitra Move SC Against Bihar Voter List Revision The RJD, along with other opposition leaders like Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, has accused the move of being politically motivated and aimed at removing ineligible voters, particularly from marginalized communities. The ECI has defended the revision, stating it is being carried out smoothly and as per its June 24, 2025 order. Bihar’s Chief Electoral Officer confirmed that the draft rolls will be released on August 1 and all eligible voters will be given time to submit documents. Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra also moved the Supreme Court, alleging that the ECI’s action is an attempt to disenfranchise young voters in Bihar, with similar moves likely in West Bengal ahead of its 2026 elections. Read more | THE BIG QUESTION Is There a Larger Issue Behind Reuters' X Block in India? The X (formerly Twitter) accounts of Reuters and Reuters World have been blocked in India since Saturday, with a message citing a legal demand. However, the IT ministry has denied issuing any such order and attributed the block to a possible technical error. Officials said even during past major operations like Operation Sindoor, no order to block Reuters was ever issued, and they have now asked X for clarification and restoration of access. The incident comes amid an ongoing legal battle between X and the Indian government over content takedown mechanisms, currently being heard in the Karnataka High Court. While Reuters’ main website and other affiliated accounts remain accessible in India, the blocking follows a similar brief unblocking of some Pakistani accounts on other platforms due to technical issues. Read more. | STORIES YOU MAY HAVE MISSED | FROM THE EDIT PAGE From Toppers to TikTokers: Why Quick Fame Still Stings India’s Pride The article reflects on society’s mixed reactions to young content creators amassing wealth quickly, contrasting it with traditionally accepted paths to success like academic excellence, family business, or being discovered for one’s looks. While sudden fame and riches have always existed, the internet has made them more visible and accessible, unsettling those who once thrived as “local maxima” in their own communities. Unlike Bollywood stars, influencers aren’t yet glamorized by mainstream culture, making them more relatable—and thus more resented—by the public. Until their success is culturally validated, they remain targets of envy and skepticism. The discomfort also stems from a shift in how success is achieved and measured. Traditional routes demand visible effort, sacrifice, and validation—like long study hours or prestigious degrees—while influencer success often appears effortless, driven by charisma, timing, or virality. This disrupts long-held beliefs about merit and hard work, especially for those who invested heavily in conventional paths. Read more. | Photo of the Day Muharram Rituals in City  Shia Muslims participate in a Muharram procession in Mumbai on Sunday. (Source: Bhushan Koyande/HT) | Were you forwarded this email? Did you stumble upon it online? Sign up here. | | | | | | | | | Get the Hindustan Times app and read premium stories | | | | | | View in Browser | Privacy Policy | Contact us You received this email because you signed up for HT Newsletters or because it is included in your subscription. Copyright © HT Digital Streams. All Rights Reserved | | | | | 
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