NEW DELHI: The joint opposition stepped up its attack on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as it gathered signatures from MPs to submit a notice this week to the secretariats of both Houses of Parliament to seek a motion for his removal. This is the first time a notice — will be given seeking the removal of the CEC.The notice — piloted by TMC — will be submitted to the Speaker of Lok Sabha and Chairman Rajya Sabha through the secretary generals of the respective Houses. The nearly half a dozen charges in the notice seeking removal of CEC, according to sources, range from partisan conduct of the CEC to mass disenfranchisement of voters. MPs of all INDIA bloc parties and even Aam Aadmi Party which is not part of the bloc have signed the letter, sources said. It is likely to be submitted on Thursday itself in all likelihood but not later than Friday, sources said.Till late on Wednesday evening around 120 MPs had signed the notice to be submitted to the Lok Sabha, and around 60 MPs had signed the notice to be submitted in the Upper House.As per the procedure, at least 100 MPs must sign a notice seeking the removal of the CEC in the Lower House and the required number is 50 for Rajya Sabha.The notice seeking removal of CEC follows growing accusations from the opposition parties against Kumar. TMC has been demanding a notice for removal of CEC Kumar for a few months with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Lok Sabha MP and party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee raising the issue repeatedly while leading protests over the SIR process in the state gearing up for assembly polls. They have accused the CEC of bias and carrying out ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in an arbitrary manner in a bid to aid the BJP. The West Bengal CM had said in February while addressing a press conference asserted that she was all for the removal of the CEC and said she was willing to join hands with the Congress and other opposition parties to rally support on the issue.“We do not have numbers, but there is a provision for removal of CEC. At least our stance will be recorded. If they (Congress) will do something like this then we will also take our party MPs into confidence,” she had said.Though there was no immediate agreement on the demand from other allies, the INDIA block was seen stepping up to act before the budget session resumed on Monday. On Saturday, TMC announced that it will support the motion for removal of Birla in the House, even though it had not signed the opposition notice for removal of Birla when it was submitted in the first half of the budget session citing that it would have wanted the opposition to write to the Speaker first and give him time for corrective action before moving a notice.On Monday, in the INDIA block strategy meeting in the office of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge in Parliament, TMC raised the issue to reiterate the demand for submitting a notice for seeking removal of CEC. On Wednesday, even as the opposition’s notice for removal of the Speaker was defeated by voice vote in Lok Sabha, the joint opposition gathered signatures of MPs from both Houses to reinforce the strong alignment of INDIA bloc against the CEC and in the process against the BJP.The process for removing the CEC is similar to that for the removal of a Supreme Court judge and only on “grounds of proven misbehaviour or incapacity”.According to the Judges (Inquiry) Act of 1968, once a motion to remove a judge is admitted in any of the Houses, the Speaker or the Chairman, as the case may be, will constitute a three-member committee to investigate the grounds on which the removal has been sought.As per the rule, once the committee submits its report, it will be tabled in the House, and discussions will start to impeach. The motion to remove a judge, and in this case the CEC, will have to be passed by both Houses. It must be passed by a special majority — a majority of the total membership of the House and a two-thirds majority of the members present and voting.Given that the BJP alliance has the majority in the two Houses makes the opposition’s move a non-starter but allows the opposition to register its joint protest against the CEC.

NEW DELHI: Former National Security Adviser and Intelligence Bureau chief M K Narayanan said on Wednesday “our country has every right to buy oil from wherever it is available” and that no country should impose condition on India, and that Pakistan won’t “dare go for another conflict with India” in the immediate future especially after Operation Sindoor.In an interview to TOI on the sidelines of Synergia Conclave in Delhi, Naryanan, when asked about another conflict with Pakistan, said, “Pakistan has enough problems to handle — with Afghanistan and Balochistan — to dare go for another conflict with India.” He further said, “I don’t think another war with Pakistan is imminent.”On US putting conditions on India over Russian oil imports, Narayanan, who served as IB chief for two terms between 2005 and 2014, said, “We have always borrowed the policy of dynamic neutrality. We have not sided with one country. Russia has been giving us crude oil and we have been accepting it. We will normally buy oil from wherever it is available based on its prices. The US wants us to reduce the quota and quantity of oil that we buy from Russia. Numerically, we need to make some changes. That is fine. But when it becomes a condition that is applied to you, then it affects our sovereignty. We have to balance things (as per our interest).”Slamming the US pressure on India over Russian oil imports, he said, “We don’t want to create problems for ourselves and we don’t want to create problems with other countries. There is a limit beyond which a country can compel us to do the following. The (Indian) govt knows it as the foreign minister has said recently. There are issues coming up and they have to deal with it.”On the US torpedo attack on an Iranian warship in the international waters off the Sri Lanka coast, Narayanan said, “There are international rules (in the maritime world). The attack on the Iranian warship (IRIS Dena by a US submarine) when that ship was on a friendly visit to India as it participated in our exercise was an embarrassment for India”.About a query on relations with the Iranian leadership, the former governor said, “There is nothing unusual. We have always interacted with Iranian leaders and we have played a role in trying to stabilise the situation.”About the India-China face-off along the LAC, the former intel boss said, “India and China are old civilisations. It is important for us to have peace on the border. I have been part of this process for several years. I understand India and China can’t be on the same side, certainly they should not be on the opposite side. We had long periods of peace. If some time things go out of hand, it is important for us to bring it back (to the normal situation). There are the same voices in China also. Today, China doesn’t want a conflict with India on the border as it has its own problem.” On China ties, he further said, “Indian diplomacy can be better handled by our diplomats and strategic thinkers. Please don’t outsource it to the US or the West. We have a better understanding of China”.Narayanan said that India should maintain good relations with the new leadership in Bangladesh. “We are a bigger country. We have a vested interest in Bangladesh. So, we have to ensure good relations. Economically too, it makes sense.”

Tanvi Sharma and Lakshya Sen

The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) is back for its eighth edition. It will honor the inspiring stories and achievements of India’s top athletes from many different sports. The TOISA 2025 ceremony will take place on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow. The event will bring together well-known sports stars and new talents who made India proud in the past year.This edition, TOISA will recognize athletes in more than 45 sports categories. The awards will cover performances from January 1 to December 31, 2025. Indian sports had a fantastic year with many memorable wins and record-breaking moments at world championships and major international tournaments.In 2025, India’s badminton players performed impressively, and 10 among them have been nominated, including Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, and Chirag Shetty. They competed across men’s and women’s singles and doubles, highlighting India’s rising talent in the sport.The jury for TOISA 2025 includes some of India’s biggest sports names: Leander Paes (tennis), Mithali Raj (cricket), Abhinav Bindra (shooting), Devendra Jhajharia (para athletics), Sharath Kamal (table tennis), and PR Sreejesh (hockey). These experienced athletes will help choose the winners for this year’s awards.Here are the badminton players nominated for TOISA 2025 (Men and Women):BADMINTON – MALELakshya SenDate of Birth: August 16, 2001Place of Birth: Almora, UttarakhandSport: Badminton, Men’s SinglesMajor Achievements in 2025:Australian Open: GoldHong Kong Open Super 500: SilverIn 2025, Lakshya Sen showed that he remains one of India’s top badminton players. He won the Australian Open Super 500 men’s singles title in Sydney, becoming only the second Indian male player to win the tournament. The victory ended his wait for a title and was his first World Tour win of the season. He also finished runner-up at the Hong Kong Open and reached several semifinals, showing steady form throughout the year. His semifinal run at the Paris Olympics in 2024 proved that he can compete with the best players in the world.Ayush ShettyDate of birth: May 3, 2005Place of birth: Karkala, Udupi (Karnataka)Sport: Badminton Men’s SinglesMajor Achievements in 2025:US Open Super 300: GoldAyush Shetty is one of India’s rising badminton players. He won the silver medal at the 2023 BWF World Junior Championships, showing his talent at the junior level. After that, he moved to senior tournaments and performed very well in 2025, winning his first BWF World Tour title and defeating several top players. His steady improvement and strong performances show that he has a bright future and can become one of India’s top men’s singles players.Chirag ShettyDate of birth: July 4, 1997Place of birth: Malad, MumbaiSport: Badminton, Men’s DoublesMajor achievements in 2025:BWF World Championships: BronzeHong Kong Open: SilverChina Masters: SilverChirag Shetty is an Indian badminton player who specialises in men’s doubles. His regular partner is Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, and together they are among the top men’s doubles pairs in the world. Chirag is known for his speed, agility, and strong teamwork. The duo has won several international titles and medals at major tournaments like the World Championships and Asian Games, making them one of India’s most successful and celebrated men’s doubles pair.Satwiksairaj Rankireddy Date of birth: August 13, 2000Place of birth: Amalapuram, Andhra PradeshSport: Badminton, Men’s DoublesSatwiksairaj Rankireddy is an Indian badminton player who plays men’s doubles with his partner Chirag Shetty. Together, they are one of the top men’s doubles pairs in the world. Satwik is known for his powerful smashes, speed, and strong teamwork. The pair has won multiple international titles and medals at major events like the World Championships and Asian Games, making Satwik a key figure in Indian badminton and a major contributor to India’s success in men’s doubles.Kiran GeorgeDate of birth: February 11, 2000Place of birth: Kochi, KeralaSport: Badminton Men’s SinglesMajor Achievements in 2025:Odisha Masters Super 100: GoldKiran George is an Indian badminton player who has shown strong performances in international tournaments. He won the Odisha Masters title twice, in 2022 and again in 2025, which shows his consistency and improvement. Kiran has represented India in many BWF events and continues to work hard to improve his ranking. With his attacking style and confidence on court, he is seen as one of India’s promising men’s singles players for the future.BADMINTON – FEMALETanvi SharmaDate of Birth: December 22, 2008Place of Birth: Hoshiarpur, PunjabSport: Badminton, Women’s SinglesMajor Achievements in 2025:US Open Super 300: SilverWorld Junior Championship: SilverAsia Junior Championship: BronzeTanvi Sharma is a rising Indian badminton player who made 2025 a remarkable year. She won the silver medal at the BWF World Junior Championships, becoming the first Indian girl in 17 years to achieve this. She also reached the final of the US Open Super 300 and earned a bronze at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships. Tanvi is known for her speed, skill, and determination on the court. Her strong performances show that she has a bright future and could become one of India’s top women’s singles players.Unnati HoodaDate of Birth: September 20, 2007Place of Birth: Rohtak, HaryanaSport: Badminton, Women’s SinglesMajor Achievements in 2025:Odisha Master Super 100: GoldUnnati Hooda is a rising Indian badminton player who had a great year in 2025. She won the Odisha Masters, her second title at this event, and reached the quarterfinals of the China Open, where she defeated Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, a major highlight of her year. She also made it to the semifinals of the Taipei Open. Alongside her sports achievements, she scored an impressive 93% in her CBSE Class 12 exams. Known for her speed, skill, and determination, Unnati is one of India’s most promising young women’s singles players.Tressa JollyDate of Birth: May 27, 2003Place of Birth: Cherupuzha, KeralaSport: Badminton, Women’s DoublesMajor Achievements in 2025:Syed Modi International Super 300: GoldTurkey International Challenge: GoldTreesa Jolly is an Indian badminton player who plays women’s doubles with her partner Gayatri Gopichand. In 2025, she won the Syed Modi International Super 300 title and reached several other finals in international tournaments. Treesa also won the mixed doubles title at the Türkiye International Challenge with Hariharan Amsakarunan. She and Gayatri were part of the Indian team that won the historic gold at the Badminton Asia Team Championships. They reached a career-best world ranking of No. 9, making them one of India’s top women’s doubles pairs. Treesa is known for her speed, teamwork, and skill on court.Gayatri GopichandDate of Birth: March 4, 2003Place of Birth: Hyderabad, TelanganaSport: Badminton, Women’s DoublesMajor Achievements in 2025:Syed Modi International Super 300: GoldGayatri Gopichand is an Indian badminton player who partners with Treesa Jolly in women’s doubles. In 2025, she won the Syed Modi International Super 300 and reached several deep rounds in other BWF tournaments. Gayatri and Treesa were also part of the Indian squad that won the historic gold medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships. They reached a career-high world ranking of No. 9, becoming one of India’s top doubles pairs. Gayatri is known for her agility, smart play, and teamwork, making her a key figure in Indian badminton.

Crypto Twitter Explodes After Influencer Claims Dubai Demanded Permit to Post

A viral tweet by crypto trader ElonTrades, founder of Signal Labs, has sparked fresh debate about the rapidly evolving rules governing social media content in the United Arab Emirates. The trader, who describes himself on X (formerly Twitter) as “Crypto since 2017” and known for identifying “asymmetric bets and where capital consolidates next,” recently claimed that he moved to Dubai to escape heavy regulations elsewhere, only to discover that posting online in the emirate may require official permits.Taking to his social media handle, he tweeted, “Moved to Dubai to not be strangled by regulations and bureaucracy. Am ordered to get a license and permit to post on social media (sic).” The complaint quickly gained traction on crypto Twitter and digital-nomad forums, with many debating whether the UAE, often marketed as a tax-friendly haven for entrepreneurs, is quietly tightening control over the influencer economy and online discourse.However, behind the viral tweet lies a complex intersection of digital media regulation, geopolitical tensions and the UAE’s efforts to professionalise the rapidly expanding creator economy.

The incident that triggered the ElonTrades vs UAE controversy

According to reports circulating online, the dispute began after ElonTrades posted a video of a major explosion at Fairmont The Palm, a luxury hotel on Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah. The footage reportedly captured dramatic scenes during a period of heightened regional tensions following missile and drone attacks linked to the wider Iran vs US–Israel conflict affecting parts of the Gulf.The video quickly went viral, reportedly attracting over 1.7 million views on X but the popularity of the footage may also have drawn the attention of authorities. The trader later claimed that he was placed on a public prosecutor’s list for “publishing illegal content” and that his X account was subsequently blocked in the UAE. He also alleged that officials told him social-media creators in the country must obtain specific licences before publishing certain types of content.The claims immediately triggered widespread discussion online, with supporters arguing that such rules contradict Dubai’s reputation as a free-market innovation hub. However, experts say that the situation may reflect a misunderstanding of the country’s new digital advertising regulations, which came into force in 2026.

The new UAE social media permit explained

Starting February 01, 2026, the UAE introduced a mandatory Advertiser Permit for anyone publishing promotional content on social media. The permit was introduced under updated media regulations designed to regulate digital advertising and improve transparency in the influencer industry.Under the rules:

The policy applies not just to paid brand collaborations but also to certain forms of unpaid promotions, such as gifting campaigns or affiliate marketing. Authorities say the goal is to ensure that the fast-growing digital advertising ecosystem operates with the same standards applied to traditional media.

Why the UAE and other governments are regulating influencers

The UAE is not alone in tightening oversight of social-media content. Around the world, governments have begun introducing regulations targeting influencers, digital advertisers and online content creators. Authorities argue that the explosive growth of social media has blurred the line between personal expression and commercial advertising. In many cases, influencers promote products without clearly disclosing sponsorships, potentially misleading consumers.The UAE’s new permit system aims to:

Legal analysts say the policy reflects the emirates’ broader strategy to regulate fast-growing digital industries without stifling economic growth.

Dubai: A billion-dollar influencer economy

Dubai has become one of the world’s biggest hubs for social-media influencers, digital entrepreneurs and crypto traders. With zero personal income tax and business-friendly policies, the city has attracted thousands of creators, YouTubers and online entrepreneurs over the past decade. According to industry estimates, the UAE’s influencer marketing sector could reach nearly $100 million by 2030, driven by tourism, luxury brands and global advertising campaigns.However, with that rapid growth has come new challenges:

Regulators worldwide have begun scrutinising influencers, particularly in sectors like cryptocurrency where financial risks are high.

Crypto influencers under increasing scrutiny

The controversy surrounding ElonTrades also highlights the increasing scrutiny facing crypto influencers. Over the past few years, regulators in the US, Europe and Asia have cracked down on influencers who promote digital assets without disclosing paid sponsorships or financial interests.In some cases, influencers have faced lawsuits or penalties for promoting projects that later collapsed. Dubai has simultaneously positioned itself as a global crypto hub, hosting blockchain companies, exchanges and venture funds but authorities have also emphasised that financial promotions must comply with regulatory guidelines designed to protect investors. For crypto traders with large social-media followings, this creates a complex regulatory environment.

The free speech debate in UAE

The ElonTrades controversy has also sparked a broader debate about online expression during crises. During periods of geopolitical tension, authorities in many countries tighten controls on information sharing to prevent misinformation or panic. In the UAE, officials warned residents not to share unverified videos or rumours about missile attacks and other security incidents during the recent regional conflict.Violating such rules could potentially result in heavy fines or even imprisonment, particularly if content spreads panic or misinformation. Critics argue that such policies risk limiting free expression. Supporters counter that they are necessary to maintain stability and prevent the spread of false information during emergencies.For Dubai, the challenge is maintaining its reputation as a global business hub while also regulating the digital economy. The city’s leadership has long marketed it as a place where entrepreneurs, investors and innovators can thrive with minimal bureaucracy. At the same time, the rapid rise of social media and influencer marketing has created an entirely new economic sector that governments are still learning how to regulate. Experts say that Dubai’s approach reflects a broader global trend of treating influencers not as hobbyists but as professional advertisers.

The reality behind ElonTrades’ viral tweet

While ElonTrades framed the permit requirement as excessive bureaucracy, legal experts say the regulation is not aimed at ordinary personal posts. Instead, it primarily targets commercial content and advertising activities. In most cases, individuals sharing personal experiences or opinions on social media are unlikely to need licences.However, creators who monetise their platforms, through brand deals, affiliate marketing or paid promotions, may fall under the new rules. For professional influencers and crypto traders promoting products or services, compliance with the permit system is now essential.The viral tweet may have started as a complaint from a frustrated crypto trader but the reaction it sparked highlights a larger shift taking place across the global Internet. As social media evolves into a multi-billion-dollar advertising ecosystem, governments are increasingly stepping in to regulate it.From influencer licensing in Dubai to stricter disclosure rules in the US and Europe, the era of unregulated digital promotion is rapidly coming to an end. For creators, traders and influencers, the clear message is that social media may feel like a free space but in today’s world, it is also a regulated industry.

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday imposed a life ban on three academics, holding them responsible for “projecting a negative image of judiciary” by mentioning “corruption in judiciary” in the class 8 NCERT textbook. The court also said it would take stringent action against social media “mischief mongers” who endorsed the objectionable content to malign the judiciary.After banning the three academics from any assignment with the govt or govt-aided institutions or projects, a bench of CJI Surya Kant, Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi ordered that the Union govt identify the “social media mischief mongers”. NCERT director Dinesh Prasad Saklani and school education secretary Sanjay Kumar tendered an unconditional and unqualified apology to the SC for the “major and unpardonable lapse” and promised preventive steps against such lapses in future. NCERT said the controversial chapter was drafted by Textbook Development Team (TDT) under the chairmanship of Prof Michel Danino and comprised Suparna Diwakar and Alok Prasanna Kumar. These three will not be associated with any activity of NCERT in future, it said. These three “either had no reasonable knowledge about the judiciary or deliberately and knowingly misrepresented facts to project a negative image of Indian judiciary before students of class eight (who are) at an impressionable age”, said the bench.

Academics can seek modification of order by approaching us with an explanation: SC

The Supreme Court has directed all govts and institutions receiving govt funds to immediately cut ties with the three academicians, whom the court held responsible for “projecting a negative image of the judiciary”, but allowed them the option to seek a modification of the order.“We see no reason as to why these kinds of persons should be associated in any manner for the purpose of framing of curriculum or finalisation of textbook for the children,” it further said while directing Centre, states and Union territories, universities and public institutions receiving govt funds “to forthwith disassociate with these three persons and not assign any responsibility which involves public funds either fully or partially”.Leaving a window open for the three to seek modification of the order, the bench said the three can do so by approaching SC with an explanation for drafting the chapter “The Role of Judiciary in Our Society”, which contained the controversial reference to “corruption” in the institution.The bench took strong exception to certain social media platforms, websites and individuals defending the reference to alleged corruption in judiciary in the NCERT textbook. It said, “After the Feb 26 order (which banned the circulation of the entire textbook) was passed, some elements of the so-called social media have acted and reacted irresponsibly. We firmly believe in catching the bull by its horns. We direct the Union govt to identify such sites, the persons running those sites and furnish their full details to enable us to take suitable action. The law must take its own course against mischief mongers.”Solicitor general Tushar Mehta said Newton’s law “for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction” has been redefined by social media which believes that for “every action, there is a disproportionate and idiotic overreaction”. The bench clarified that its Feb 26 and today’s orders “are not intended to prevent objective and legitimate criticism of the institutional functioning of the judiciary. The judiciary, like any other institution, suffers from deficiencies and if an expert committee highlights such deficiencies, it will be a welcome step for the future generation of this nation, including the future judges and practitioners, and offer an avenue for present stakeholders to take correctional steps”.But SC disapproved of NCERT’s stand that the controversial chapter on judiciary has been “duly rewritten” after the controversy for incorporation in the textbook. The bench said that NCERT through “one after the other hasty acts” is making the issue more complex and impeding transparent and dispassionate information on judiciary from being disseminated to students.Mehta assured the court that “nothing of the earlier chapter four on judiciary” would be incorporated in the new textbook. The bench said the National Syllabus and Teaching Learning Material Committee does not even include a jurist or a person from legal field and expressed surprise that the draft of the controversial chapter was not approved by NSTC prior to its inclusion in the textbook.It said the revised version of the controversial chapter would not be incorporated in the textbook unless approved by a committee of domain experts, which must include a former judge, eminent academician and a renowned law practitioner. “It shall be appreciated if a committee of domain experts to be constituted by the Union govt within one week also associates National Judicial Academy, Bhopal, for finalising the legal studies curriculum proposed by NCERT for not only class 8 but the higher classes,” said the bench.

Actor Govinda made headlines in 2024 after he accidentally shot himself in the leg with his licensed revolver. The incident led to him being rushed to hospital, and he was later discharged in a wheelchair. As part of his recovery, the veteran star underwent physiotherapy. Now, his physiotherapist, Dr Surabhi Dhanwala, has spoken about his health and the personal struggles he has faced during this period.Surabhi recalled the time she treated the actor. “Govinda had recently shot himself in the leg accidentally. It was around that time that I gave him therapy.” She further added, “He is a very strong personality. I have met him before the accident and even after it. He is extremely disciplined, he wakes up early, practices yoga, and maintains a routine. He is like a big brother to me. He had bruised his thighs,” she said in an interview with Galatta India.

She also addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding Govinda’s personal life and the rumours of a separation from his wife, Sunita Ahuja. Surabhi clarified that she never met Sunita during the treatment period as she was not present for the physiotherapy sessions.“I have never met Sunita Ahuja, she was not present during the sessions. He is a very strong fighter, and I am sure he will fix his personal life issues as well,” she said. She added that the constant attention on his private life does affect him, but he relies on spirituality to cope. “He is in pain, but his strength lies in meditation. He meditates for hours. He is very spiritual and God-fearing. He knows how to fight his own battles.”In the past, Sunita has publicly accused Govinda of being involved with a Marathi actress, with certain reports claiming the actress to be Komal. When asked about these allegations and Sunita’s recent comments, Govinda chose not to respond directly.Speaking to Siddharth Kannan, he said, “I feel that when someone begins to display their pain publicly, and yet there is a certain glow on their face, you begin to wonder if the eyes are slipping from the truth. Sometimes, people may appear very honest, but their loyalty lies somewhere else. By discussing such things, I might end up embarrassing someone, and I’m not the kind of person who want to do that.”More recently, their daughter Tina Ahuja also addressed the rumours about her parents’ relationship during an appearance in Sunita’s vlog. “Two years have not been great. There has been turbulence,” Tina said.Sunita, who was also part of the vlog, spoke about focusing on herself at this stage of life. “Everything must be done within limits. I have done all my duties, but at this point I have started living for myself. I deserve more than this. Now I will live my life king-size.”After the accidental shooting in 2024, Govinda had addressed the incident during a press conference once he was discharged from hospital. Explaining what had happened, he said, “Initially, I couldn’t believe it had happened. It is a deep wound, and I was in complete shock. I kept wondering, ‘What just occurred?’ I was getting ready to leave for a show in Kolkata. It was early in the morning, around 4:45–5 am. The revolver fell and misfired. I was stunned, and when I looked down, there was a fountain of blood.”