Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has found himself at the center of a viral controversy after a video from a public event in Kanakapura sparked intense debate across social media platforms. The incident took place during Shivakumar's visit to Horahalli in Kanakapura, where supporters organized a grand welcome in his honour. As part of the reception, locals presented him with a massive garland made of apples and flowers, a gesture intended to showcase their appreciation and support. The controversy erupted after a video showed Shivakumar taking a bite from one of the apples in the garland and then tossing the partially eaten fruit toward supporters gathered at the event. The video quickly spread online, triggering strong reactions and opening a wider debate about political symbolism, public conduct and the nature of leader-follower relationships in Indian politics. WATCH

US President Donald Trump has once again grabbed headlines, this time while reacting to Apple CEO Tim Cook’s exit after a 15-year run at the tech giant. What began as a message of praise quickly turned into a self-focused narrative, with Trump recalling a past phone call from Cook during his presidency. According to Trump, the Apple chief reached out with a “big problem” that only he could solve, before adding a controversial twist to the story, claiming Cook was essentially calling to “kiss my ass.” WATCH