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The Delhi Election Commission has partnered with bike taxi company Rapido to offer free rides home for voters on polling day, May 25th, aiming to address transportation barriers and encourage voter participation. This initiative will provide eligible voters with a convenient and free way to return home after casting their vote, promoting accessibility and contributing to a more robust democratic process.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut defended Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, criticizing Shankaracharya's support for Uddhav Thackeray, arguing that political alliances and divisions are normal and that religion permits "treason" if the king exploits his subjects. Meanwhile, other religious leaders criticized the Shankaracharya for his stance.

Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL) has temporarily rebranded itself as "WO" to celebrate Women's Day and launched #ResearcHER, an initiative to honor female leaders in finance and inspire the next generation. The initiative includes a panel discussion, masterclass, and felicitation ceremony for India's Top 20 Women ResearcHERs.

A Bengaluru-based software professional alleges harassment by an income tax officer who misinterpreted their mutual fund transactions, leading to a hefty penalty despite a 21-year record of diligent tax payments. The incident has sparked debate on the fairness of the taxation system and the challenges faced by honest taxpayers.

The Election Commission of India will visit Jammu and Kashmir next week to assess the region's readiness for upcoming elections, engaging with local officials and political parties to ensure a smooth and democratic process. This visit comes as Jammu and Kashmir marks five years as a Union Territory, following its bifurcation in 2019.