News18 Afternoon Digest: Himachal Pradesh Political Crisis; DMK Ad Controversy and Other Top Stories

In today’s digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on the Himachal Pradesh political crisis, the DMK Controversial Ad and other top stories.

Himachal Pradesh: Nobody Has Asked Me to Resign, Says CM Sukhu Amid Rumours of Him Quitting to ‘Save Congress Govt’

Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh resigned from his position, a day after Congress’ debacle in the Rajya Sabha elections. “All I would like to say is that under the current circumstances, it is not correct for me to continue as a part of the government. But I will support the government to pass the Budget,” Singh said. READ MORE

‘Disregard For India’s Sovereignty’: DMK Ad Featuring Chinese Flag With PM Modi, Stalin Photos Faces BJP Ire

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai on Wednesday slammed Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) over an advertisement featuring a photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister MK Stalin, along with a space rocket that bears the flag of China. READ MORE

3,300 Kg of Charas, Meth Seized in ‘Largest Drug Bust’ By Navy, NCB Off Gujarat Coast

In a joint operation conducted by the Indian Navy and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), a suspicious dhow off the Gujarat coast, carrying five crew members and 3,300 kg of drugs, was apprehended on Tuesday. READ MORE

Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Pre-wedding Festivities: Here’s A Little Taste of What’s on The Menu

Anant Ambani, 28, the youngest son of chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries Limited Mukesh Ambani, one of the world’s richest men, and philanthropist Nita Ambani, is set to wed Radhika Merchant, 29, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant and his wife Shaila Merchant. READ MORE

Telugu Actress Sowmya Janu Manhandles Policeman, Hurls Abuses and Rips His Clothes; Video Goes Viral

Telugu actress Sowmya Janu has come under fire after she was seen assaulting a traffic police officer in Hyderabad. A video of the same has now gone viral. It has been reported that the official on duty had stopped her for taking the wrong route. READ MORE

Sony To Lay Off 900 PlayStation Employees, Shut London Studio; Read CEO’s Full Letter To Staff

Sony Group Corp has decided to lay off about 900 employees, or 8 per cent of its workforce, across its videogame division PlayStation globally. The company has also decided to close a group in London. READ MORE