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Tanker Hit by Three Projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, UK Agency Reports

A tanker was struck by three unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a British maritime agency. The incident was reported on Monday amid renewed tensions stemming from the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The UK agency did not immediately identify the source of the projectiles. The attack marks a fresh escalation in a strategically critical waterway through which a significant portion of global oil passes.

US army secretary Dan Driscoll steps down after 18 months in service

Power failure hits Jaipur centres again, AIIMS CRE exam cancelled

Viral Rajasthan Highway Family Meal Video Found to Be Misrepresented

A video circulating on social media appeared to show a family dining on an active Rajasthan highway, sparking widespread concern online. The footage prompted calls for an official investigation into the incident. Questions were raised about highway safety and the public's civic responsibility. However, the reality of the situation was found to differ from how the video was being portrayed and shared. Authorities and fact-checkers clarified that the viral clip had been misrepresented in its context.

Former Gang Member Convicted in 1996 Murder of Rapper Tupac Shakur

A Las Vegas court found Duane Davis, a former Los Angeles gang member, guilty of murdering rapper Tupac Shakur. The verdict was delivered on Monday, closing a case that had remained unsolved for nearly three decades. Shakur was fatally shot in Las Vegas in September 1996, a crime that shocked the music world. Davis's conviction marks a significant breakthrough in one of the most high-profile unsolved murder cases in American music history.

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis convicted of murdering Tupac Shakur after 28-year wait

Duane 'Keffe D' Davis has been found guilty of first-degree murder for orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur. The verdict came nearly three decades after Shakur was shot dead in Las Vegas. Prosecutors built their case around multiple statements in which Davis himself admitted involvement in planning the fatal attack. His defense team contended that those admissions were fabricated, though no witness supported that argument. Davis now faces the possibility of spending the rest of his life in prison.

Times Square stabbing: 1 killed, 1 critically injured; suspect shot dead by NYPD

Yash's Toxic Crosses Rs 304 Cr Worldwide After Sharp Monday Drop

Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups witnessed a steep 67% decline in box office collections on its sixth day, Monday. The film earned Rs 7.45 crore net in India on that day, bringing its total domestic net collection to Rs 221.55 crore. The film's worldwide gross earnings have crossed Rs 304.05 crore. Among all major language versions, the Kannada release recorded the highest overall theatre occupancy.

NCLT Five-Member Bench to Hear Indiabulls Housing Finance Plea Against Subhash Chandra

A five-member bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) will take up a plea filed by Indiabulls Housing Finance against media baron Subhash Chandra. The case follows the NCLAT's approval of a Rs 6.5 crore payment order related to Chandra's debt repayment. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta has argued that the appellate tribunal's ruling goes against the core principles of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. The NCLT had earlier issued a split verdict on the matter of Chandra's proposed repayment plan. The larger bench will now deliberate on the legal and procedural questions raised by the case.

PM Narendra Modi to Vladimir Putin: Must move from endless war towards an end to war

SIR draft rolls see over 13 crore deletions so far, Delhi leads with 33% left out

Vehicles without insurance could be denied fuel at Madhya Pradesh petrol pumps

How 3 projects in J&K are preparing to avoid a Nepal-like tragedy

Child’s preference for parent not enough to determine custody dispute: Madhya Pradesh High Court

3 Kerala friends celebrated Onam in US. Two days later, two women found dead, third arrested

Navy Chief Krishna Swaminathan: INS Nipun will enhance our critical underwater capabilities

India Says It Remains Engaged With Stakeholders Over Chabahar Port Operations

India has stated it is in active contact with all relevant stakeholders regarding the Chabahar Port amid rising US-Iran tensions. The Ministry of External Affairs addressed India's diplomatic position as concerns grew over the port's operational continuity. Foreign Secretary noted that Prime Minister Modi has been engaging with regional and global leaders since tensions began escalating. India's strategic interest in Chabahar Port, which serves as a key trade and connectivity route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, makes the situation particularly significant for New Delhi.

Two women among three Kukis gunned down in Manipur

After 16% rainfall deficit in August, IMD says September to remain below normal as well

Bihar, Jharkhand sign MoU for sharing of Sone river water