Toddler Dies as Heavy Rain Batters Odisha, Baitarani River Flood Risk Rises

NIA charges LeT chief Hafiz Saeed over Pahalgam attack that killed 26

India's National Investigation Agency has formally charged Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack. The assault claimed the lives of 25 tourists and one local resident. The NIA built its case using digital evidence and on-ground investigation at the site. Saeed has been charged under new Indian penal codes for waging war against India. Since he is based in Pakistan, he will be tried in absentia before an Indian court.

Username feature row: Govt gives WhatsApp 3 more days to reply to notice

Govt Orders ZEE5 to Pull Film 'Satluj' Over National Security Concerns

The Indian government directed OTT platform ZEE5 to remove the film 'Satluj', citing national security concerns. The movie, which had faced earlier censor objections, was released on ZEE5 under a new name after a prolonged delay. The film portrays the story of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The takedown order came shortly after the film finally became available to viewers online. Families of victims have opposed the removal, arguing that the film represents an important acknowledgment of a painful chapter in history.

Washington Tops Global Pollution Charts After Trump's July 4 Fireworks

Washington D.C. briefly became the world's most polluted city following large-scale fireworks displays organized during the July 4 Independence Day celebrations. The festivities, promoted by President Trump, coincided with a record-breaking heat wave that swept across the region. The extreme heat disrupted traditional Independence Day activities, including parades, barbecues, and block parties. The combination of fireworks smoke and heat-wave conditions significantly degraded air quality in the capital.