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At least 13 people were killed after an airstrike struck a residential complex near Eslamshahr, southwest of Tehran, early today, Iranian media reported. The target remains unclear, with no claim of responsibility. Separate strikes hit Sharif University, damaging campus buildings and a nearby gas facility. The university was closed, with classes shifted online.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted raids at 10 locations in Bihar’s Nalanda in a multi-state illegal arms and ammunition trafficking case. Multiple teams, with state police support, searched suspects’ premises and hideouts. The case, registered last year, has links spreading from Bihar to several parts of Northern India.
Dr. Tessie Thomas, famously called the ‘Missile Woman of India’, will grace the 15th convocation of JNTU Anantapur as chief guest today. The ceremony, chaired by Governor Abdul Nazeer, will start at 11 am. The former DRDO Director General will receive an honorary doctorate and inspire students with her address, celebrating her contributions to missile […]
Arvind Kejriwal will appear before the Delhi High Court today, asking Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma to step down from his excise policy case. The court is reviewing a lower court’s decision to clear Kejriwal and 22 others of corruption. Kejriwal previously requested a different judge, citing impartiality concerns, but the case remains with Justice Sharma.
The Supreme Court will hear several major cases today. Key issues include West Bengal’s electoral roll revision and a conflict-of-interest verdict involving Arunachal Pradesh’s CM. The court will also review a former Jharkhand minister’s corruption sentence and Vedanta’s challenge against the Adani Group regarding a corporate resolution plan.
Excavation of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal Tunnel is progressing rapidly, with 100 meters completed toward the Mannevaripalle Outlet and 12 meters toward the Brahmagiri Inlet. Authorities said that drilling and blasting skills are being used, while locos remove soil and rocks. The project aims to enhance irrigation and water distribution across the region.
India-flagged LPG tanker Green Asha safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, the ninth Indian ship to do so amid West Asia tensions. Despite security risks, India continues vital oil and fuel shipments through the strait. Earlier vessels like BW TYR, Pine Gas, and Jag Laadki also transported LPG, crude, and gasoline under tight surveillance.
Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the proposed Lok Sabha seat increase, calling it a “weapon of mass distraction.” The party accused him of “hoodwinking” citizens with misleading claims, arguing the move benefits larger states and deceives the public, despite assurances that South Indian states would not be adversely affected.
BJP West Bengal chief Samik Bhattacharya clarified the party won’t announce a CM face ahead of assembly polls. Campaigns will center on Pm Modi’s development agenda and opposition to TMC’s “appeasement politics.” Bhattacharya added any leader seen as a strong anti-TMC fighter could emerge after victory, with strict policies.
Since 2023, Mumbai Police have recovered 44,000 lost or stolen phones using the Union Ministry’s CEIR database. When a phone is reported missing, it is blocked, and any SIM insertion triggers alerts. Police tracked phones across 19 districts, returning 939 devices recently. Experts suggest a central agency to coordinate inter-state recoveries efficiently.
Telangana Police have issued a key advisory for spectators heading to Uppal Stadium. Objects like selfie sticks, earphones, power banks, and chargers are strictly prohibited inside the venue. Fans are urged to follow the guidelines and cooperate with security personnel. Authorities have cautioned that anyone violating these rules will face strict action.
First-time voters in Tamil Nadu are divided between traditional parties and actor-turned-politician Vijay’s TVK, seeking change. Urban youth focus on ideology, governance, jobs, and women’s safety, while across regions Gen Z demands less dynasty politics, better infrastructure, and economic growth, making their turnout key in 2026.
Families of the 2025 Ahmedabad Air India crash victims have written to PM Modi, demanding the release of black box data. Ten months after the tragedy killed 260 people, grieving relatives seek the truth behind the disaster. They also criticized the airline for poor communication and insensitive handling of the victims’ personal belongings during recovery.
AAP leader Raghav Chadha rebutted Punjab unit claims that he ignored state issues in Rajya Sabha, sharing a video of his speeches on MSP, Anandpur Sahib heritage status, Nankana Sahib corridor, and air pollution. Punjab leaders, including Harpal Singh Cheema and Aman Arora, called his alleged inaction “disappointing,” citing pending funds.
The Delhi govt deployed two Indian-made weed harvesters to clean the Najafgarh drain and reduce Yamuna pollution. Minister Parvesh Sahib stated these machines remove dense aquatic waste to improve drainage before the monsoon. This technology-driven move aligns with the goal to clean the river by 2029 while preventing city waterlogging during heavy rains.