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File photo: Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai (Picture credit: PTI)

NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai on Friday offered a rare glimpse into his personal journey, sharing deeply emotional memories of his family’s struggles and sacrifices during an event organised by the Nagpur district court bar association. Gavai, who became the 52nd CJI last month, choked up with visible emotion in his eyes as he recalled how his parents shaped his path in life and law.“I wanted to be an architect,” the CJI revealed, “but my father had different dreams for me. He always wanted me to become a lawyer, a dream he could not fulfil himself,” according to news agency PTI.Gavai spoke about his father’s dedication to BR Ambedkar’s cause and the burden his family carried. “My father gave himself to the service of Ambedkar. He wanted to be an advocate himself, but couldn’t fulfil that wish as he was arrested for being part of the freedom movement,” he said. Raised in a joint family, Gavai recalled how his mother and aunt bore the responsibilities of the household after his father’s imprisonment.In a moving tribute, the Chief Justice remembered how his father, when his name was recommended for judgeship, said, “If you remain a lawyer, you will only go after money, but if you become a judge then you will walk on the path laid down by Ambedkar and do good for society.” Gavai added, “My father always thought that one day I would become the Chief Justice of India. Sadly, he passed away in 2015. But I am glad my mother is there to see this.”The emotional moment was briefly lightened by Gavai’s recollection of a celebrity case. He joked about the day a cheque bounce case involving actor Hema Malini brought a large crowd to court, recalling, “There was so much crowd in the courtroom that day to get a glimpse of Hema Malini… but we couldn’t help but enjoy the moment.”Looking ahead, he hinted at writing his memoir post-retirement in November this year.

Your liver is basically your body’s natural detox center. It’s like a bouncer at a nightclub—filtering out toxins, breaking down fat, balancing hormones, and even helping your body absorb nutrients. But here’s the thing: your liver can only do so much before it starts waving a white flag. Over time, poor diet, alcohol, processed food, and stress can leave it sluggish and overworked. That’s where the right foods can step in like supportive backup dancers.Let’s look at what foods actually help cleanse your liver (no, we’re not talking about expensive detox juices), and which ones silently sabotage it from behind.

Foods that support liver health

Leafy greens

Leafy greens are like the superheroes of liver support. They’re packed with chlorophyll, which helps neutralize toxins, heavy metals, and even pesticides. Bonus: they increase bile production, which is a good thing—bile helps flush out waste and break down fats. Try tossing spinach into smoothies or adding kale to soups and curries.

Garlic

Garlic might leave you with dragon breath, but it’s doing wonders for your liver. It contains allicin and selenium, two compounds that help activate liver enzymes and assist in flushing out toxins. Just a clove or two a day (preferably raw or lightly cooked) can give your liver a serious boost.

Beets

Beets are a liver-cleansing powerhouse. They’re rich in antioxidants and nutrients like betaine, which helps prevent fatty deposits in the liver. They also promote detoxification enzymes. Roast them, juice them, or add them to salads—however you eat them, your liver will thank you.

Turmeric

Golden lattes aren’t just trendy—turmeric has legit liver benefits. Curcumin, its active ingredient, helps reduce liver inflammation and encourages bile production. Add it to rice, curries, or warm up with a turmeric tea. Pair it with black pepper to help with absorption.

Avocados

Rich in healthy fats and glutathione (an antioxidant that helps detoxify the liver), avocados are creamy liver heroes. They also help reduce liver damage caused by toxins. So go ahead and add that extra guac.

Apples

An apple a day might actually keep the doc away. Apples are high in pectin, a type of fiber that binds to toxins and heavy metals in the gut, helping your body eliminate them before they burden your liver.

Green tea

Full of catechins (a type of antioxidant), green tea boosts liver function and helps reduce fat deposits. Just don’t go overboard—3-4 cups a day is great, but guzzling gallons can stress your system.

Cruciferous vegetables

These veggies help increase levels of glucosinolate in your body, which aids in enzyme production for detox. Basically, they give your liver the tools it needs to get the job done.

Citrus fruits

Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C, which aids in the production of glutathione, a compound that helps the liver detoxify. A warm glass of lemon water in the morning? Not a bad idea at all.

Walnuts

These brain-shaped nuts are rich in omega-3s and glutathione. They also help oxygenate the blood, making life easier for your liver. Just a handful a day can go a long way.

Foods that stress your liver out

Alcohol

Let’s start with the obvious one. Alcohol is the liver’s worst nightmare. Your liver metabolizes alcohol, and in doing so, creates harmful byproducts that can inflame and scar liver tissue. Excessive drinking can lead to fatty liver, hepatitis, or even cirrhosis. A glass of wine once in a while is okay, but regular binge-drinking? Your liver can’t keep up.

Fried and fast foods

Loaded with trans fats, refined carbs, and sodium, these foods overwork the liver and contribute to fat buildup. Think: burgers, fries, nuggets. They’re delicious, sure, but they slow down liver function and lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease over time.

Sugary drinks and soda

Your liver converts excess sugar into fat. When you drink soda, sweetened juices, or energy drinks regularly, you’re setting the stage for fatty liver disease. High fructose corn syrup? It’s basically liver kryptonite.

Processed meats

Bacon, sausages, cold cuts—they’re high in saturated fats and preservatives like nitrates, which can cause inflammation and oxidative stress in the liver. If you eat them daily, you’re giving your liver extra work with zero nutritional reward.

Packaged snacks and baked goods

From chips to cookies to pastries, most packaged snacks are made with hydrogenated oils, artificial sugars, and preservatives. These increase inflammation and contribute to liver fat accumulation. They’re fine as occasional treats but should not be daily staples.Your liver is working 24/7 to keep you alive and thriving—but it can’t do it alone. Give it some love with foods that cleanse, nourish, and support its function. And maybe think twice before grabbing that extra soda or plate of fries.You don’t need a fancy detox plan. Just real, whole foods that help your liver do what it does best: filter out the junk and keep your body balanced. Because a healthy liver is healthier, more energetic you.

With the Iran–Israel war seemingly in his rear-view mirror, US President Donald Trump has swiftly reset his global focus—once again time zeroing in on trade, tariffs and new deals. In the past 24 hours, Trump has dramatically suspended trade talks with Canada over its digital services tax, vaguely confirmed a fresh agreement with China, and teased a “very big” breakthrough soon with India. Central to this flurry of announcements is his revived strategy of issuing reciprocal tariffs—by letter—to nations wishing to access the US market.Trump’s decision to halt negotiations with Canada came after Ottawa unveiled a 3 per cent levy on major US tech firms, which he denounced as “a direct and blatant attack on our country.” He declared via social media that he would determine and impose appropriate tariffs within a week, citing the US’s dominant position in the relationship. Meanwhile, officials in Washington emphasise that Canada holds more to lose, reinforcing Trump’s image of maximum leverage.But Trump also struck a softer tone on India, calling a potential trade deal “very big.” He hinted this could result in sweeping access for US businesses, dismantling barriers that have thus far kept them at bay: “Right now, it’s restricted. You can’t walk in there… we agree that going to India and trade…” He added that the China deal was already underway, giving US firms a shot at rare earths and other vital commodities, though details remain under wraps.

Trump tariff: What happened in the last 24 hours

President Donald Trump’s trade agenda took a dramatic turn over the past 24 hours, as he announced a series of sweeping moves on tariffs, suspended trade talks with Canada, signalled a breakthrough with China, and hinted at a “very big” deal with India. The moves mark a sharp escalation in his second-term strategy to assert US dominance over global trade, even as allies and rivals alike push back.

Trump halts Canada trade talks over digital tax

Trump stunned officials on both sides of the border by immediately halting trade negotiations with Canada.“Based on this egregious Tax, we are hereby terminating ALL discussions on Trade with Canada, effective immediately,” Trump posted on his social media network. “We will let Canada know the Tariff that they will be paying to do business with the United States of America within the next seven day period.”Canada’s new digital services tax, due to take effect Monday, imposes a 3% levy on tech giants like Amazon, Google, Meta and Airbnb — applying retroactively and totalling nearly \$2 billion in US company obligations.

‘We have all the cards,’ says Trump on Canada

Speaking from the White House, Trump reinforced his hardline stance. “They did something with our tech companies today trying to copy Europe. It’s not going to work out well for Europe either. And it’s not going to work out well for Canada. They were foolish to do it,” he said.When asked if Canada could reverse his decision, Trump responded, “No… It doesn’t matter to me. We have all the cards.”

Tariff deadline looms on July 9

The broader context is Trump’s push to impose reciprocal tariffs — some as high as 50% — on countries with whom the US runs a trade deficit. The 90-day negotiation window, set to expire on July 9, could usher in a new wave of tariffs.“We have 200 countries, you could say 200 countries plus. You can’t do that,” Trump said. “So at a certain point over the next week and a half or so, or maybe before we’re going to send out a letter.”

Canadian PM Carney: “It’s a negotiation”

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sought to downplay tensions, saying, “We will continue to conduct these complex negotiations in the best interests of Canadians. It’s a negotiation.”But Trump appears unmoved, accusing Canada of levying “very, very severe” taxes on American companies, including tariffs of up to 400% on dairy products.

Digital services tax: The flashpoint

The Canadian tax mirrors EU regulations and specifically targets companies with significant online revenues generated from Canadian users. Trump blasted the policy as “a direct and blatant attack on our country.”Matt Schruers, head of the Computer & Communications Industry Association, praised Trump’s swift response: “We appreciate the Administration’s decisive response to Canada’s discriminatory tax on US digital exports.”

Tariff letters coming soon, says Trump

At a White House press conference, Trump confirmed that the US is preparing to send letters to several countries within the next 10 days.“We’re just going to tell them what they have to pay to do business in the United States,” he said. “We can do whatever we want. We could extend it. We could make it shorter. I’d like to just send letters out to everybody: Congratulations, you’re paying 25 per cent.”

Trump: ‘India trade deal coming soon’

Turning to India, Trump expressed optimism that a long-pending deal may soon materialise.“India, I think we are going to reach a deal where we have the right to go and do trade,” Trump told reporters. “Right now, it’s restricted. You can’t walk in there, you can’t even think about it. We are looking to get a full trade barrier dropping, which is unthinkable and I am not sure that that is going to happen. But as of this moment, we agree that going to India and trade…”

‘A very big one deal’ with India

In remarks during the “Big Beautiful Bill” event, Trump said: “We have one coming up, maybe with India. Very big one. Where we’re going to open up India, in the China deal, we’re starting to open up China.”Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick echoed that sentiment, saying: “You should expect a deal between the United States and India in the not-too-distant future because I think we found a place that really works for both countries.”Commerce minister Piyush Goyal confirmed talks were ongoing, stressing that the goal was a “fair, equitable and balanced agreement.”

US-China pact confirmed, details sparse

Trump also confirmed that a deal had been signed with China “the other day,” though details remain limited. China’s Commerce Ministry acknowledged the agreement, mentioning a review of rare earth exports, but offered no timeline.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said China had agreed to make it easier for American firms to acquire key minerals. “What we’re seeing here is a de-escalation under President Trump’s leadership,” he told Fox Business.

Billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are officially married! The couple tied the knot on Friday night in a lavish ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, marking the second day of extravagant celebrations in Venice that reportedly cost up to $56 million.Sanchez confirmed the happy news on Instagram, sharing a radiant photo of herself in a white gown standing beside Bezos, who looked dapper in a tuxedo. The three-day affair has taken over the Italian lagoon city, with athletes, Hollywood celebrities, global influencers, and business titans arriving by private boats and water taxis. Friday’s ceremony, held at the stunning 16th-century San Giorgio monastery complex, came after days of buildup and buzz across the city.Guests at the celebration included Oprah Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, Vittoria Ceretti, Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Ivanka Trump, Tom Brady, Sydney Sweeney, Queen Rania of Jordan, Bill Gates, and Indian socialite Natasha Poonawalla.Vogue magazine, which had exclusive access to the wedding, reported that the bride walked down the aisle in a Dolce & Gabbana gown that took 900 hours to make. Inspired by Sophia Loren’s look in the 1958 film Houseboat, the dress featured high-necked lace, 180 silk chiffon-covered priest buttons, and hand-appliquéd detailing.On Friday afternoon, Sanchez hid her look by appearance outside her hotel in a skirt suit with a scarf around her head. Bezos followed two hours later, looking dapper in a three-piece suit. Their guests, including some of the world’s most recognisable faces, arrived in a procession of speedboats trailed closely by paparazzi, who had rented boats to keep up with the action.Local authorities confirmed the magnitude of the event. Veneto Governor Luca Zaia told reporters that the latest estimate for the wedding’s total cost ranged between 40 and 48 million euros.Bezos and Sanchez’s relationship first made headlines in 2019, shortly after the Amazon founder announced his divorce from MacKenzie Scott, his wife of 25 years. The couple got engaged in May 2023 and have since been inseparable, regularly appearing together at high-profile events.Sanchez, a former TV anchor and helicopter pilot, was previously married to talent agent Patrick Whitesell, with whom she shares two children. She also has a son, Nikko, from her relationship with NFL star Tony Gonzalez.The Venice wedding celebrations will wrap up on June 28.

Vishnu Manchu’s mythological epic ‘Kannappa’ was released in cinemas on Friday, June 27 to good reviews and a promising start at the box office. According to trade analyst Sacnilk, the pan-India film earned over Rs 9 crore on its first day across all languages in India. This grand devotional saga features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, Kajal Aggarwal, and Mohan Babu in key roles.Kannappa Movie ReviewThe Telugu version recorded the highest turnout on Day 1, with an impressive overall occupancy rate of 55.89%. The morning shows opened strong with 50.55%, and increased through the day to 50.34% in the afternoon, 52.81% in the evening, and a peak of 69.87% during the night shows.In Tamil Nadu, the film also managed to draw decent crowds, recording an overall occupancy of 16.45% on its opening day. The afternoon (20.60%) and night (22.68%) show. Meanwhile, the Hindi version saw moderate traction with an overall 14.56% occupancy. Though the morning shows opened slowly at 4.83%, the turnout improved as the day progressed, peaking at 24.99% during the night shows.In Karnataka, the Kannada version reported a 13.81% occupancy across the day, with the highest viewership coming during the night shows (17%). Kerala’s response was comparatively muted, with the Malayalam version seeing a 7.20% occupancy rate.Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, ‘Kannappa’ is a grand movie telling the story of the legendary folk tale of Kannappa. He is an atheist hunter who becomes a devoted follower of Lord Shiva. Vishnu Manchu stars in the film with an impactful performance, alongside impressive cameos from Prabhas as Rudra, Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, and Mohanlal as Kirata. Kajal Aggarwal as Parvati Devi, Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar and Preity Mukhundhan also feature in the strong cast.Audience reactions have been mixed, but they are generally positive about the second half and the film’s devotional message. The climax is powerful and emotionally stirring, resonating well with devotees and fans of culturally rooted cinema. However, some viewers have expressed frustration with the film’s length, pacing, and VFX quality.Audiences on the internet have been calling the final 40 minutes of Kannappa “spectacular” and “a treat for Shiva bhakts.” They also commended Vishnu Manchu’s performance. His portrayal, especially in the last 15 minutes, is being hailed as his best work to date.