India

Nitin Nabin invokes Partition horrors to launch fresh attack on Nehru-Gandhi family

Government to launch Reform Utsav to capture citizen suggestions

Arunachal Pradesh Police Warns Public Against Sharing Unverified Border Content

The Arunachal Pradesh Police has issued a security advisory urging citizens to be cautious about their social media activity. The advisory specifically asks the public to avoid sharing or forwarding unverified information related to border incidents. Content concerning the movement and deployment of security forces has also been flagged as sensitive. The police emphasized the need for responsible online behavior to prevent potential security risks.

2 Nagas killed in suspected Kuki militant attack on Manipur village

Awarapan 2 debuts with Rs 21 crore, Emraan Hashmi's biggest opening day ever

Emraan Hashmi's 'Awarapan 2' made a strong debut at the Indian box office on its first day of release. The film collected an estimated Rs 21 crore net, marking the actor's highest-ever opening day collection. The sequel performed significantly better than the original 'Awarapan' had on its opening day. Both advance bookings and walk-in audiences played a role in driving the film's impressive debut numbers.

Reliance to partner Rolls-Royce to develop fighter jet engines

Anti-Red fighters bag bulk of police gallantry awards

7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Indonesia's Flores Island, Tsunami Warning Issued

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday. The seismic event was recorded and confirmed by the US Geological Survey. The quake's offshore location triggered authorities to issue a tsunami warning for the surrounding region. Flores island is situated in eastern Indonesia, an area that lies within the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire.

India set to play historic 600th Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle

The Indian men's cricket team, led by Shubman Gill, is set to play their 600th Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. With this milestone, India will become only the third team in cricket history, after England and Australia, to reach 600 Test appearances. The landmark match is scheduled to coincide with India's 80th Independence Day, adding symbolic significance to the occasion. The achievement marks a long journey for Indian Test cricket, stretching back to their earliest matches at iconic venues like Lord's.

Bhubaneswar-based start-up tests drug manufacturing in space

Sangeet Natak Akademi award for Odissi exponent Varadkar, also former Irish PM’s cousin

Movements for nation’s good must not stop: 99-year-old freedom fighter to Gen Z

Six Arrested Over Occultist's Murder in Varanasi, UP

Varanasi Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested six individuals in connection with the murder of occultist Anish Upadhyay. Upadhyay had allegedly been summoned by a family to perform rituals after they encountered financial difficulties and health problems. The arrest follows an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Authorities have not yet disclosed further details about the suspects or the exact sequence of events leading to the killing.

Invasive Carp Dominate Mississippi River Fish Die-Off in Missouri and Illinois

Hundreds of dead fish have washed up along stretches of the Mississippi River in Missouri and Illinois. Wildlife officials report that around 90% of the fish found dead at one Missouri site were invasive silver and bighead carp. The die-off is believed to have been triggered by a combination of warm temperatures, low water levels, and reduced oxygen in the river. Despite the scale of the event, authorities suggest the die-off may actually benefit the local ecosystem by reducing the population of these invasive species.

7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes off Indonesia coast

US Army Pauses All Apache Helicopter Training After Fatal Texas Crash

The US Army suspended all Apache helicopter training missions on Friday following a deadly crash in Texas. The incident, which occurred earlier in the week, resulted in the deaths of two soldiers. The halt is temporary and affects Apache training operations across the service. The pause likely aims to allow investigators to assess safety protocols and determine the cause of the crash.

Two American jets with same flight number avoid mid-air disaster

Trump Dismisses Crew Welfare Concerns on US Carrier Deployed Near Iran

President Donald Trump on Friday downplayed concerns about the living conditions and mental health of service members aboard a US aircraft carrier deployed against Iran. The president acknowledged the situation but rejected suggestions that conditions posed a serious problem for the crew. Trump confirmed that the vessel would soon be rotated out of its current deployment. The comments came amid broader tensions between the United States and Iran over nuclear negotiations.

Caste, bank accounts, Covid jabs: Census Phase-II to have 40 questions

UAE Oil Tanker Attacked While Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) reported that one of its vessels was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred on Friday, with the announcement made by UAE's state news agency WAM on Saturday. The attack targeted an Emirati oil vessel in one of the world's most strategically critical maritime routes. No further details about the nature of the attack or casualties were immediately disclosed.