India

Ahmedabad Man Arrested for Exploiting Minor Girl Under Guise of Rituals

A man named Chandrakant Panchal has been arrested in Ahmedabad for exploiting a minor girl under the pretext of performing religious rituals. Panchal, who posed as a spiritual practitioner, deceived the victim's family by falsely claiming their young daughter was possessed by evil spirits. Using this fabricated claim, he allegedly gained access to the child and exploited her. Authorities have taken him into custody following the revelation of the deceptive scheme.

BRICS Environment Ministers oppose European Union’s Carbon Border Tax

Ex-SC judge to lead probe into police action on CJP Parliament march

UAE Halts All Trade and Financial Ties with Iran After Missile Incident

The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday the suspension of all trade and financial dealings with Iran. The move comes in the wake of a missile-related incident involving Iran. The UAE's decision marks a significant diplomatic and economic rupture between the two neighboring nations. No timeline for the suspension or conditions for its reversal were immediately specified in the announcement.

Heart Aerospace's X1 Electric Aircraft Completes 27-Minute Test Flight on $5 of Power

Swedish aviation startup Heart Aerospace has successfully completed the first test flight of its X1 battery-electric demonstrator aircraft. The flight took place at Plattsburgh International Airport in New York and lasted 27 minutes. The aircraft, weighing over 25,000 pounds at takeoff, climbed to an altitude of 1,100 feet and generated more than one megawatt of power. Notably, the entire flight consumed only around $5 worth of electricity, highlighting the potential cost efficiency of electric aviation.

'They knew': US states accuse Meta of hiding Instagram's impact on teenagers

Supreme Court seeks status report on missing Indian captain after DNA test twist

The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Captain Ashish Kumar, whose ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. His wife filed a petition presenting ransom calls and WhatsApp messages that suggest he may still be alive. DNA tests have since contradicted earlier assumptions of his death, adding uncertainty to the case. The court has asked the Solicitor General to submit a status report on rescue or tracing efforts by Monday.

Israel Strikes Syrian Air Base to Prevent Turkish Military Deployment

Israel carried out an airstrike on a Syrian air base, citing concerns over an imminent security breach. Israeli officials stated that Syria was close to violating an agreed-upon security status quo by permitting Turkish forces to be stationed at the facility. The strike was framed by Israel as a preventive measure to block the potential deployment. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over foreign military presence in Syria and Israel's red lines regarding regional security arrangements.

Highways may get traffic 'road test' before launch

Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Kills at Least 30 Miners

A gold mine collapse in the western region of the Central African Republic has killed at least 30 people. The incident has left several other miners trapped following the disaster. The collapse occurred at an active gold mining site in the country's western territory. Rescue efforts are likely underway to reach those still trapped underground.

Trump Praises India's Voter ID System After Kumar-Gor Meeting

US President Donald Trump praised India's voter identification system following a meeting between Indian election official Gyanesh Kumar and US Ambassador Sergio Gor. Kumar briefed Gor on India's large-scale issuance of photo identity cards and the country's notable voter turnout figures. He also highlighted that thorough scrutiny of elections by political parties plays a key role in building public confidence in the electoral process. Trump's remarks came in direct response to the information shared during this bilateral meeting.

US Trans Woman Sentenced to 6 Years for Plot to Kill Treasury Secretary Bessent

Riley English, a 26-year-old transgender woman, was sentenced to six years in prison on Tuesday in the United States. The conviction stemmed from a plot to assassinate Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. English was 26 years old at the time of sentencing. The case drew significant attention given that Bessent is a senior member of the current US administration.

'I won': Trump renews 2020 election claim, says 24,000 noncitizens voted illegally

Beetle released in 1969 to fight weeds now threatens 30+ native US plants

A European beetle introduced in the United States in 1969 to control invasive weeds has since become an ecological problem. Over time, the insect expanded its diet beyond its intended targets to feed on more than thirty native plant species, including rare thistles. The beetle's larvae damage plants by boring into flower heads and destroying seeds, severely disrupting reproduction. Smaller and more isolated native thistle populations have been hit hardest by this unintended impact. In response, US federal authorities have halted further releases of the beetle.

Nepal: Break Agniveer hiring deadlock, Gorkha veterans press Balen government

AAP MLA detained for 10 hours amid sanitation worker’s cremation, Rs 10-lakh aid for family

Fired Ex-Ukrainian Defence Minister Calls For Wartime Elections

Mykhailo Fedorov was a longtime ally of Zelenskiy's until his unexpected firing from the defence ministry in July, just six months after he had been appointed, vowing sweeping reforms.

BJP appoints Vinod Tawde as UP in-charge ahead of state elections

The BJP has named Vinod Tawde as its new state in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, a role that follows his noted contribution to the party's performance in Bihar. Satish Poonia has been appointed to lead party affairs in Punjab, while Tarun Chugh will oversee Gujarat. The reshuffle reflects the BJP's effort to position experienced leaders in key states ahead of upcoming elections. These appointments are seen as part of the party's broader electoral strategy for critical state-level battles.

Pentagon scientist claims classified evidence of four alien species exists

Pentagon-linked astrophysicist Dr. Eric Davis has claimed that classified government records document four distinct alien species allegedly recovered from crashed unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs). The species reportedly described in these records are Grays, Nordics, Insectoids, and Reptilians. Davis states he has spent three decades investigating UAPs and has personally reviewed the alleged evidence. He has publicly urged President Donald Trump to strengthen whistleblower protections and push for greater government disclosure on the subject.

Two MBBS Interns Sexually Harassed at Haryana Medical College, Accused in Custody

Two female MBBS interns were allegedly sexually harassed in separate incidents on the campus of a medical college in Haryana last week. The incidents were confirmed by an official from the Women Police Station in Khanpur Kalan. Both cases occurred within the college premises, raising concerns about safety for students on campus. Authorities have made arrests in connection with the alleged assaults.