India

Manhattan's Broadway Medians Get Native Plants to Support Urban Wildlife

The Broadway Mall Association is undertaking a long-term project to replant Manhattan's Broadway medians with native Northeast plant species. Known as the Great Green Way, the initiative spans five miles of Broadway and seeks to link 83 green malls into a continuous wildlife corridor. The project is designed to provide habitat and support for birds, bees, and other urban wildlife. Twelve of the malls have already been restored, with further planting work scheduled to continue through 2026.

Delhi HC equates live-in relationships with marriage, orders police protection for couple

The Delhi High Court has ruled that live-in relationships hold a status comparable to marriage under the law. The court affirmed that consenting adults have the right to choose their partners without interference from family or society. In the case at hand, the court ordered police protection for a couple who had been threatened by their family members. The judgment stressed that societal biases cannot override the fundamental constitutional rights of individuals. The ruling further strengthens the legal recognition of live-in relationships in India.

Mumbai Woman Hired Help to Kill Daughter-in-Law, Paid Rs 3 Lakh

A woman in Mumbai allegedly paid a domestic helper Rs 3 lakh to murder her daughter-in-law. The motive is believed to be linked to a violence case involving the victim. After the killing, the accused mother-in-law fabricated a cover story claiming her daughter-in-law was drunk and had died from an accidental fall in the bathroom. Authorities have since uncovered the alleged conspiracy and taken action in the case.

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, convicted in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, dies at 80

North Korea Dismisses Trump's Scaled-Back US-South Korea Military Drills

North Korea has stated it has no interest in the United States' decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea. Pyongyang's response suggests the concession by Washington has done little to ease tensions on the Korean Peninsula. North Korea also referenced several other military exercises conducted by the US and South Korea earlier in 2025 as part of its objection. The statement signals that North Korea remains unmoved by any perceived goodwill gestures from the Trump administration regarding military activity in the region.

‘New Muslim League’: BJP slams Congress decision to recite only 2 stanzas of Vande Mataram

Bihar Launches Cash Incentive Scheme Offering Rs 1 Lakh to Social Media Influencers

The Bihar government has introduced a new policy to reward social media influencers who generate significant online reach. Under the initiative, content creators can earn Rs 1 lakh for videos that accumulate one lakh or more views. The policy was formally approved at a cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, presided over by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The scheme appears aimed at encouraging digital content creation and boosting the state's online presence.

India’s first Vande Bharat freight train reaches 145 kmph during trial run: Key details

Tarun Tejpal appeals Bombay HC conviction and 10-year sentence in Supreme Court

Journalist Tarun Tejpal has moved the Supreme Court challenging his conviction and ten-year prison sentence handed down by the Bombay High Court. The high court had reversed a lower court's acquittal in a sexual assault case dating back to 2013. Tejpal was found guilty of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in Goa. The Goa government has separately sought a harsher life sentence, arguing the ten-year term is insufficient. Tejpal has previously alleged that the legal proceedings against him were politically motivated.

NALSAR row sparks fresh protest: Lawyers demand resignation of BCI chief Manan Mishra

Evergrande Founder Hui Ka Yan Sentenced to Life in Prison for Fraud

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of Chinese real estate giant Evergrande, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for financial misconduct. The court also ordered the confiscation of his personal assets and levied fines against Evergrande itself. Hui pleaded guilty to charges including fraud and misuse of funds. Evergrande had amassed massive debts before defaulting, becoming a central symbol of China's wider property sector crisis.

Qamran Iqbal eyes Duleep Trophy after starring in J&K's historic Ranji triumph

Qamran Iqbal, 24, made headlines earlier this season when he travelled nearly 2,800 km from Srinagar to Hubballi on short notice and scored an unbeaten 160 to help Jammu and Kashmir claim their maiden Ranji Trophy title. This time, the batsman has arrived well ahead of schedule for the Duleep Trophy challenge. He will represent North Zone against West Zone, with the match set to begin on Sunday at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. Iqbal has spoken about J&K's rise as a cricketing force and his personal ambitions on the bigger stage.

Family of Four Dies After Car Falls Into Well in Telangana's Siddipet

A couple and their two children were killed in Telangana after their car veered off the road and plunged into a well. The tragic incident occurred in the Siddipet district of Telangana. The family had traveled to Siddipet to attend a relative's 10th-day death ceremony. Police confirmed the details of the accident and the family's reason for being in the area.

Zelensky Calls for Global Response After Russian Strike Kills 13

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has demanded an international response following a deadly Russian overnight attack on Ukraine. The strike resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people. Zelensky addressed the global community, urging coordinated action in the wake of the assault. The attack marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

‘Can’t hold more than 10 tonnes’: Govt sets 15-day sugar stock limit for bulk consumers

Tarun Tejpal moves Supreme Court against conviction in 2013 rape case

Pujara urges Manav Suthar to focus on Test cricket over IPL opportunities

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has advised young spinner Manav Suthar to prioritize his growth in Test cricket rather than chasing IPL opportunities. Pujara stressed that Suthar should preserve his natural bowling style, which is better suited to the longer format. The left-arm spinner impressed in his first two Test appearances, drawing praise for his flighted deliveries. Pujara believes those attributes are key to Suthar's long-term success at the highest level. The advice comes on the back of India's recent World Test Championship victory.

Eight booked for assaulting family over woman's attire at Pune's Sinhagad Fort

Police have registered a case against eight members of a right-wing outfit following an assault at Sinhagad Fort in Pune. The incident began when the group allegedly confronted a family over the clothing worn by a female member. The accused reportedly escalated the argument into a physical attack on the complainant and his family. Authorities noted that similar complaints were received from other visitors to the historic fort. A search is currently underway to locate and arrest the eight individuals named in the case.

China Deploys Unarmed Robotic Traffic Officers With No Arrest Powers

China has introduced robotic traffic police units to assist with road management duties. Unlike the iconic 1987 Hollywood RoboCop, these machines carry no firearms and lack the authority to make arrests. The robots move on wheels rather than walking like a humanoid figure. Their role appears focused on traffic monitoring and guidance rather than law enforcement.

ABVP and Left student groups clash at Jadavpur University, several injured

A violent confrontation broke out between ABVP and Left-affiliated student groups at Jadavpur University on Thursday. Multiple students were injured in the clashes, with some needing hospital care. The dispute is reported to have originated over a student union meeting and escalated through the night. Each side alleged that the other had brought outside individuals onto campus during the incident. Both organizations have since called for protests in response to the clash.