Human Interest

Small-scale films Ek Chatur Naar, Love in Vietnam, Heer Express, Mannu Kya Karega and Jugnuma flopped at the box office. Trade experts blamed poor marketing, lack of visibility and weak content for the dismal collections, leading to cancelled shows nationwide

Taliban restrictions and Trump’s travel ban have derailed higher education dreams of Afghan, Iranian, and Myanmar students aspiring to study in the US. Visa delays, bans, and immigration crackdowns force many to defer, seek alternatives in Europe, or abandon plans

Two Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district on Friday. This follows a major operation on Thursday in Gariaband where 10 Naxalites, including a top leader, were killed. Anti-Naxal operations continue across the State

Australia has approved the world’s first single-dose chlamydia vaccine for koalas, developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast. The vaccine reduces mortality and infection, but conservationists stress that habitat loss remains the main threat to the endangered species

Four Telugu fishermen from Andhra Pradesh and Yanam were released by a Sri Lankan court after their boat accidentally crossed the International Maritime Boundary due to GPS errors. No illegal fishing was found, and they will be returned to India soon

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University event, triggering panic and nationwide shock. Known for his controversial views, Kirk’s death highlights rising political violence in the U.S. The shooter remains at large

Poland reported a major violation of its airspace by Russian drones, some of which were shot down. Flights were suspended in Warsaw, and crash site searches are ongoing. Simultaneously, Russian attacks caused civilian casualties and damage across multiple Ukrainian regions

Suicide is often the result of a strong reason and a weak moment. On World Suicide Prevention Day, let’s focus on the ‘weak moment’ — a critical window that offers an opportunity for prevention

Elon Musk defended social media platform X after U.S. advisor Peter Navarro accused it of spreading "propaganda" over India's Russian oil imports. Musk emphasized user-driven narratives and transparency, as India and the White House dismissed Navarro’s remarks as misleading

Audi India has slashed prices by Rs 2.6–7.8 lakh across models, including Q3, Q5, Q7, Q8, A4, and A6, following the GST 2.0 rate cut. The move aims to boost festive season demand by enhancing affordability

As crops are destroyed, aid blocked, and children starve, famine is being weaponised by Netanyahu’s government — while the world looks away

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu paid homage at the Helmet Post war memorial in Anjaw, honouring soldiers of the 1962 India-China war. He recalled the Battle of Walong’s legacy of courage, resilience, and sacrifice, highlighting Arunachal’s role as India’s frontline defence

The National Medical Commission has directed that postgraduate medical students be deployed in flood-hit northern states and UTs as part of the District Residency Programme. The initiative strengthens disaster healthcare services while offering young doctors field experience in public health and community service

Rapper Badshah kicked off his USA Unfinished Tour with a sold-out show at Virginia’s Eagle Bank Arena, featuring surprise performances by Nora Fatehi and Aastha Gill. Backed by a $2 million investment, the tour blends high-tech production with cross-cultural music celebration

Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea disrupted internet in Asia and the Middle East, impacting India and Pakistan. Microsoft and NetBlocks confirmed outages, while suspicions of Houthi involvement resurfaced amid ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and escalating regional tensions over maritime and infrastructure security

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife deferred extending voluntary relocation to wildlife corridors and reclassifying rhesus macaques under the Wildlife Protection Act, citing incomplete relocations, need for further studies, and divided state opinions on managing human-wildlife conflicts

In Palakkad, Kerala’s Onam and Eid-e-Milad coincided, creating a unique spectacle as Mahabali’s procession met Madrassa students’ Duff drums. The celebration showcased Kerala’s communal harmony, drawing praise from locals, religious leaders, and CM Pinarayi Vijayan for promoting unity and equality

A decade-long University of Montreal study shows declawing cats causes irreversible nerve damage, chronic pain, and mobility issues, especially in heavier cats. Despite bans in Europe and Quebec, the practice remains widespread in North America, demanding urgent global prohibition

Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian fashion designer, passed away at 91, prompting global tributes. From Ralph Lauren, Anna Wintour, Donatella Versace to stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Julia Roberts and Russell Crowe, admirers hailed Armani’s elegance, humility, and enduring influence across fashion, film, and culture

A farmer in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district was fatally attacked with a sharp weapon after stopping poachers from hunting deer. Villagers staged protests, torching a shop linked to a suspect. Police detained three accused, imposed restrictions, and tightened security in the area

A Boston federal judge ordered the Trump administration to reverse $2.6 billion in research funding cuts to Harvard, ruling they were illegal retaliation. The decision restores grants but faces appeal, as the White House accuses Harvard of failing to address antisemitism

Auto stocks surged as the GST Council approved major reforms, cutting rates on small cars, entry-level bikes, and hybrids from 28% to 18%. Mahindra & Mahindra rose nearly 8%, while sector-wide gains lifted the BSE auto index and market sentiment

A new study found extreme hot, dry and windy conditions fueling Iberian wildfires were 40 times more likely due to climate change. Fires in Spain and Portugal killed eight, displaced 35,000, and scorched 640,000 hectares, worsened by rural neglect and poor forestry management

Florida announced plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren, becoming the first US state to do so. Officials cite parental choice, but health experts warn the move risks outbreaks of measles and other preventable infectious diseases