The Supreme Court has exonerated former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in a coal block scam case. The ruling came more than eleven years after a Delhi trial court had summoned him as an accused in the matter. The apex court quashed the lower court's order that had taken cognisance of the alleged crime. The decision was delivered nearly two years after Singh's death in December 2024.
A Boeing investigation into the B787 Dreamliner's fuel control switch locking mechanism has found no abnormality. The probe was ordered by India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) after a flight crew flagged a concern following landing. The fuel control switches, which regulate fuel supply to engines, have previously come under scrutiny in connection with a past crash incident. Authorities are now conducting a deeper inspection of the complete thrust control module at the original equipment manufacturer's facility. The government confirmed that the DGCA-ordered examination has so far cleared the switch mechanism in question.
Jagdish Aphale, an IIT Bombay alumnus, has been appointed as the first secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya. He will also serve as a joint signatory for the trust's financial transactions, a move aimed at strengthening accountability. The appointment comes in the wake of recent resignations and allegations of donation theft within the trust. Aphale is no stranger to the organisation, having overseen construction work at the temple complex for nearly four years. He has already been integrated into the trust's internal processes over the past two weeks.
Former Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming has emerged as the top candidate for England's Test head coach position following a rigorous interview process. He is set to replace Brendon McCullum, who has transitioned to lead England's white-ball setup. Fleming recently wrapped up an 18-year stint with CSK before being linked to the international coaching role. In the interim, veteran batter Joe Root is expected to handle team leadership until Fleming officially takes charge.
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has announced a six-month e-KYC verification drive for residents receiving piped water connections across the capital. Over 30 lakh Delhi households are currently covered under the piped water supply network. In addition to the e-KYC initiative, the DJB board approved several infrastructure projects aimed at improving the city's water and sewage systems. The approved plans include measures to clean the Yamuna river and expand Delhi's sewage treatment capacity. These steps are part of a broader effort to strengthen and modernize water management across Delhi.
Twenty-two juvenile great white sharks temporarily abandoned their nursery habitat near San Diego during Tropical Storm Hilary. Researchers monitored the sharks using acoustic tags to track their movements in real time. The storm caused a notable drop in sea-surface temperatures, which likely triggered the sharks' departure. Most sharks returned to the nursery area within weeks once conditions stabilized. The findings provide valuable new understanding of how marine species respond to extreme weather events.
Vijay's action drama Jana Nayagan recorded a dip in box office earnings on its seventh day, Wednesday, collecting just over Rs 6.10 crore. Despite the midweek slowdown, the film's cumulative India net collection has crossed Rs 149 crore. Strong overseas performance has pushed the worldwide gross beyond Rs 255 crore. The Tamil version remains the primary driver of the film's overall earnings.
India's economy has demonstrated resilience amid ongoing global uncertainties, according to the Finance Ministry. The ministry emphasized that swift policy responses and effective implementation are essential to attract investment into the country. However, rising crude oil prices could strain both fiscal and current account balances. The external sector continues to hold steady, supported by robust export performance and strong remittance inflows. The ministry also flagged adverse weather conditions as a potential risk to agricultural output and rural demand.
A woman was fatally shot by unidentified gunmen in the Keshavpuram area of Delhi in the early hours of Thursday. The incident was reported to local police, who have since taken cognizance of the case. The identity of the assailants remains unknown at this time. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, attributes his tennis success to a difficult early life marked by war and financial hardship. Growing up in such challenging circumstances played a significant role in building his mental resilience and determination. His parents made considerable personal sacrifices to support his tennis ambitions. Djokovic continues to acknowledge that these formative experiences and his family's steadfast backing were central to his rise to the top of world tennis.
Russian forces launched a ballistic missile attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv in the early hours of Thursday. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced the strike via his official Telegram channel. He urged residents to immediately seek shelter as the attack was underway. The assault marks another escalation in Russia's ongoing military campaign against Ukraine's capital.
A BTech applicant hacked IIT Kanpur's official website to draw attention to his claim of being unfairly denied admission. The individual alleged that he was not given a fair opportunity during the selection process. IIT Kanpur's director responded by inviting the candidate to the campus for a formal assessment of his abilities. However, the director made clear that hacking was not an acceptable or appropriate way to seek admission. The institute stated it would consider the applicant only if he could demonstrate genuine talent through proper evaluation.
Hadi Matar has been convicted on federal terrorism charges for his 2022 attack on acclaimed author Salman Rushdie. Matar stabbed Rushdie on stage at a New York arts institute, leaving the author partially blind. The verdict was delivered on Wednesday, marking a significant legal development in the high-profile case. The attack drew widespread international attention given Rushdie's decades-long history of living under threat. The conviction adds federal terrorism findings to the charges Matar already faced in connection with the assault.
The BJP has sharply responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following a controversy over remarks he allegedly made about student protesters. BJP leaders condemned the comments if directed at students, but said they would welcome them if Gandhi was referring to himself. The party accused Gandhi of spreading misinformation and misleading the public on the matter. BJP leaders also denied that any bullets were fired during the student protests, countering claims made by the opposition. The party further pointed to government-led dialogue efforts and steps taken to strengthen laws against paper leaks.
The first trailer for Namit Malhotra's mythological epic 'Ramayana' has been officially released. Ranbir Kapoor leads the film as Lord Rama, alongside Sai Pallavi in the role of Sita. Yash makes his debut as the antagonist Ravana, with Sunny Deol portraying Hanuman. The trailer highlights large-scale VFX and grand cinematic visuals befitting the ambitious production. Made on a reported budget of Rs 4,000 crore, the film is scheduled for a Diwali release.
