Women's success rate in JEE-Advanced achieved a record high in 2026 while their IIT seat share remained mostly unchanged. A total of 10,107 women qualified, reflecting a 7.5% increase in their qualifying count. Admissions across IITs reached 18,861, with 20% allocated to female candidates. Significant gains were reported for SC and ST candidates in qualification rates.
Saifullah Kasuri made controversial remarks regarding the Pakistan army's role in regional conflicts. He threatened to erase Israel from the world map and defend Saudi holy sites. After the Pahalgam attack, he has been active in public events to raise support. High-level meetings between Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hamas have been reported, indicating growing connections. Kasuri's actions reflect an increasing boldness post-attack, as he recruits youth and gathers funds.
Elvis Presley raised $65,000 towards the USS Arizona Memorial in 1961. Completed that year and dedicated in 1962, the 184-foot memorial spans the sunken battleship at Pearl Harbor, where more than 900 crewmen remain entombed.
The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen said Monday they had struck the international airport in the Saudi capital Riyadh, an Aramco refinery and sites across the kingdom's south.
Nearly 23 years after the Tamil Nadu assembly's breach of privilege resolution, a Supreme Court hearing is scheduled. The resolution imposed a 15-day sentence on some journalists but has since been withdrawn. Senior advocates claimed that the writ petition's cause of action no longer exists and argued the matter has become academic. As a result, the Supreme Court is expected to dispose of the petitions.
S Jaishankar emphasized the uncertainties facing the world during his speech at the Kautilya Economic Conclave. He expressed confidence in India's ability to navigate challenges such as conflicts and economic volatility. The minister highlighted India's proactive stance during crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Jaishankar called for diplomacy to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, particularly concerning maritime security.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan raised concerns regarding the deletion of voters through special intensive revision, facing criticism from former CJI BR Gavai. While Bhuyan emphasized that disenfranchising citizens violates constitutional rights, Gavai expressed reservations about commenting on ongoing legal matters. Former Supreme Court judge Rohinton Fali Nariman also voiced concerns about the democratic implications of voters being removed from lists.
The assessment threw up two separate issues. The first concerned jewellery worth Rs 67,39,949 that the woman had disclosed in Schedule AL of her income tax return. The tribunal also examined whether the Rs 12 lakh paid to the HUF represented a genuine brokerage expense when the same person, the HUF's Karta/coparcener, had already received another Rs 12 lakh for the same transaction.
The Kinsey family has strategically safeguarded their vast 6,625-acre ranch in Benbow, California, by implementing a conservation easement. This crucial step preserves the land's agricultural, forest, and wildlife values, ensuring the ranch's ongoing functionality while protecting vital habitats for endangered species. David Johnson, a family member, was instrumental in this initiative, with the Northcoast Regional Land Trust planning to acknowledge their dedication to conservation this coming October.
A Delhi court has ordered the completion of an inquiry into a sexual assault complaint against Chandrashekhar Azad. The complainant accused Azad of raping her under the pretext of marriage and claimed the police did not register an FIR. The police sought additional time for the inquiry, but the complainant opposed this request. The court rejected the police's plea and emphasized that the alleged offence is punishable with life imprisonment.
A laboratory worker at a plague research institute in Siberia fell ill and died in undisclosed circumstances, prompting authorities to quarantine dozens of people.
India and Switzerland have signed five agreements to strengthen cooperation in trade and mobility. The two countries aim to enhance market access for Indian exports and attract Swiss investments in key sectors. A new mobility agreement will facilitate easier access for Indian professionals and students to Switzerland. Both leaders discussed global conflicts and emphasized the importance of dialogue for peace.
BJP has chosen not to renominate Union ministers Hardeep Singh Puri and B L Verma for Rajya Sabha. This decision raises speculation about a possible reshuffle of the council of ministers by PM Narendra Modi. Since several ministers have been given organization roles, it indicates their continuation in government may be unlikely. Puri's term ends in November, and he may be reassigned for the Punjab assembly polls.
The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to clarify decision-making processes related to voter roll revisions. It emphasized that decisions should be taken unanimously or by majority among commission members only. Senior advocate Vikas Singh argued for preserving records and scrutiny of the commission's actions. The court will examine allegations of unilateral actions against the Chief Election Commissioner.
Washington confirmed earlier that the bombers had left the RAF Fairford airbase -- used by the United States to launch strikes on Tehran -- even as the British government insisted the site was safe.
The National Commission for Women has released guidelines aimed at improving safety for women passengers using app-based transport services. These measures include verifying the background of drivers and ensuring proper identification matches. Additionally, the guidelines address issues related to late-night travel and unauthorized changes in drivers or vehicles. Aggregators are encouraged to create a verified pool of women drivers to enhance safety.
Jammu & Kashmir high court has quashed the preventive detention of Mashooq Ahmad Shah under the Public Safety Act. The court found the allegations against him to be vague and lacking necessary details. Justice Rajnesh Oswal ruled that his detention violated constitutional guarantees under Article 22(5). Shah had been accused of anti-national activities without sufficient evidence. Consequently, the court directed his immediate release if not wanted in other cases.
J.K. Rowling opened the Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic in memory of her mother, who died of multiple sclerosis. The clinic focuses on research and treatment of various neurological diseases, including multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. The funding aims to attract world-class researchers to develop new therapies and potentially find a cure. It has already hosted numerous clinical appointments and research projects since its inception.
India conducted an unexpected anti-satellite missile test in 2019, which surprised US security agencies completely. The former NRO officer David Grusch recounted his experiences during the incident on a podcast. India announced its capability after destroying a defunct satellite, making it the fourth country to achieve such technology. This test led to concerns about debris affecting US satellites in orbit.
Turkey and Pakistan will undertake a "rapid deployment" of troops to Saudi Arabia as part of a new mutual defence alliance, the three countries said Monday, as the Gulf kingdom faces escalating attacks from Yemen's Houthis.
