India

Hidden signal Siya gave Chetan before he 'pushed' Ketan into gorge; police reveal chilling plot

Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of prioritising donations over nation amid temple theft row

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP government over multiple issues. He accused the party of religious insensitivity in connection with alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Yadav also criticised the government over repeated exam paper leaks, calling them a threat to the future of young people. He further raised concerns about women's safety and rising unemployment, promising recruitment system reforms if the SP comes to power. Additionally, Yadav alleged that conspiracies were being hatched against opposition MPs following the BJP's recent electoral setbacks.

Third Pakistani national this month held for crossing LoC in J&K's Poonch

Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested 31-year-old Pakistani national Rayees Khan on Sunday after he allegedly crossed the Line of Control in the Balakote sector of Poonch. No incriminating material was recovered from him at the time of his apprehension. This is the third such incident in the month, following the arrest of another Pakistani national, Mohd Sajad, near the LoC in Poonch on Friday. Both individuals are currently under interrogation as authorities work to establish their motives and backgrounds.

Couple Killed, Four Hurt After Car Hits Parked Truck on UP Highway

A married couple lost their lives and four others sustained injuries in a road accident in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday on National Highway-135. Their car collided with a stationary truck parked on the highway. Police confirmed the details of the crash, which left the couple dead at the scene.

Ireland beat India by 1 run to clinch historic first T20I series win

Ireland defeated T20 World Cup champions India by just one run to complete a 2-0 series sweep, marking their first-ever T20I series win over India. Defending a modest total of 154, Ireland's bowlers held firm, with debutant Jai Moondra's aggressive opening spell setting the tone. Tilak Varma top-scored for India with 55 runs, but his effort was not enough to see the side over the line. The defeat ended India's remarkable 16-series winning streak in T20I cricket. The result also highlighted persistent batting vulnerabilities in the Indian lineup while chasing.

18 years on, Sariska’s tiger reintroduction pushes Centre to act on big cat-deficient reserves

Assam bridge collapses amid heavy rain, train services halted and villages cut off

A railway bridge over the Simen River in Assam's Dhemaji district partially collapsed due to heavy rainfall and severe riverbank erosion, forcing authorities to suspend train services. In a separate incident, floodwaters washed away an iron bridge linking the Kemi and Oyan areas, cutting off local connectivity. The dual infrastructure failures have raised serious concerns for students and farmers dependent on these routes. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation and working to arrange alternative transport options for affected residents.

Deepti Sharma becomes women's cricket's all-time leading wicket-taker at T20 World Cup

Indian spinner Deepti Sharma created history by becoming the highest wicket-taker in women's international cricket, surpassing the long-standing record held by Jhulan Goswami. The milestone came during India's must-win Women's T20 World Cup match against Australia, when Deepti dismissed Beth Mooney. Despite the historic moment, India were already facing a tournament exit scenario heading into the game. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur had earlier contributed a blazing 56 off 27 balls, including three consecutive sixes in the final over, to help India set a competitive total of 170/4. However, the result was not enough to prevent India's elimination from the tournament.

Fadnavis Brushes Off Uddhav's 'Clip Wings' Jibe, Cites In-Flight OTT Habit

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has responded to a remark made by former CM Uddhav Thackeray, who apparently suggested Fadnavis appeared helpless. Fadnavis clarified that his habit of watching downloaded movies or OTT content during flights was misread as a sign of distress. He questioned where exactly Thackeray observed any helplessness in his demeanor. Fadnavis also acknowledged his human side, implying the criticism was unwarranted and based on a misinterpretation.

NASA Launches $30M Robotic Mission to Boost Failing Telescope's Orbit

NASA is set to begin a $30 million salvage operation as early as this week to prevent a telescope from falling back to Earth. The mission involves launching a robotic spacecraft designed to rescue the aging observatory. The operation aims to extend the telescope's operational life by boosting it to a safer orbit. This marks a significant and costly effort by the space agency to preserve an existing scientific asset rather than replace it.

JEE Aspirant, 17, Dies in Kota Under Mysterious Circumstances; Police Probe On

A 17-year-old girl from Araria, Bihar, who was preparing for the JEE engineering entrance exam in Kota, has died after being discovered critically injured. Before her death, she made a distressed phone call to her father from the hospital, pleading for help. Her family remains unaware of how she came to sustain her injuries, leaving the cause unclear. Police have launched an investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.

'Everyone was watching how he was killed': Father seeks justice in Bharat Tiwari encounter case

Arunachal floods kill 3; over 15,000 hit in Assam amid rail disruption

Flash floods in Arunachal Pradesh's Keyi Panyor district have killed three people, including a recovered NEEPCO employee. Heavy rainfall has also severely impacted Assam's Dhemaji district, displacing more than 15,000 residents. A damaged railway bridge in the region has disrupted train services. Landslides across multiple Arunachal districts have added to the humanitarian toll. Assam's Chief Minister is personally monitoring and coordinating relief operations.

19-Month-Old Boy Loses Eyesight After Wrong Medicine Given at MP Hospital

A 19-month-old child in Madhya Pradesh has reportedly lost his eyesight following a medical error during hospital treatment. The toddler was initially brought to the hospital with a common cold. According to the family, a medication intended to clear phlegm was allegedly administered into the child's eyes by mistake. The incident has raised serious concerns about medical negligence at the facility. The family has spoken out against the hospital over the alleged error that caused the infant's vision loss.

Tourist Dies After Diving Into Shallow Pool at Maharashtra Resort

A 25-year-old man died after diving headfirst into a shallow swimming pool at a resort in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. The fatal incident was captured on video, which has since spread widely on social media. The tourist reportedly misjudged the depth of the pool before making the dive. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic accident.

Modi meets Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Seychelles

Police seize motorcycle and clothing linked to Lohagad Fort murder suspect

Maharashtra Police have seized a motorcycle, hoodie, and headphones allegedly used by accused Chetan Chaudhary in connection with the murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal. The incident took place at Lohagad Fort, where Agarwal reportedly fell to his death. Both Chaudhary and co-accused Siya Goyal were taken to the fort to help reconstruct the sequence of events. What was initially investigated as an accidental fall has since been reclassified as a murder case.

Uddhav Thackeray calls BJP 'Babur Janata Party' over Ram Mandir donation row

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray launched a sharp attack on the BJP over alleged financial irregularities linked to Ram Mandir donations. He accused the party of exploiting religious sentiments to consolidate political power, coining the derogatory term 'Babur Janata Party' to mock the BJP. Thackeray also alleged that the BJP is deliberately attempting to weaken his faction of Shiv Sena. He questioned the sincerity behind the BJP's long-held promise of building the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Rain havoc: Railway bridge collapses in Assam, flash floods in Arunachal

Uddhav demands disqualification of six rebel MPs, calls defections BJP conspiracy

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has demanded that six rebel MPs be disqualified, describing their defection as part of a broader political conspiracy he termed 'Operation Devendra'. Thackeray addressed a formal appeal to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to uphold the rule of law in the matter. He alleged that the BJP is actively working to undermine its own leaders through such moves. Currently touring the constituencies of the rebel MPs, Thackeray argued that voters in those areas had cast their ballots against the 'Modi wave' rather than in support of the defectors.