Human Interest

Ranveer Singh apologized after backlash for mimicking Rishab Shetty’s sacred Daiva portrayal from 'Kantara Chapter 1' at IFFI 2025. Accused of hurting religious sentiments, he clarified his intentions were appreciative, acknowledging Rishab’s warning and expressing respect for cultural and spiritual traditions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a presidential pardon to halt his years-long corruption trial, citing national security demands. Critics warn the move threatens judicial independence and reflects his efforts to secure political survival ahead of elections expected next year

The Centre has said it is promoting AI, AR-VR and other digital tools for heritage preservation, museum digitisation and cultural dissemination. It also highlighted initiatives like JATAN, NMMA and SPPEL, along with funding support for ASI’s excavation and conservation work

As Princess Aiko turns 24, her rising popularity intensifies calls to end Japan’s male-only imperial succession. Supporters fear the monarchy’s extinction as only one young male heir remains, while conservatives resist reforms despite public admiration for Aiko’s growing role and service

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Hong Kong firefighters continue searching a high-rise complex after a massive fire killed at least 128 and injured over 70. Seven of eight towers were engulfed, with renovations and flammable materials suspected. Authorities arrested three for alleged manslaughter and gross negligence

The Supreme Court directed the Law Commission to treat a Buddhist group’s plea—challenging the applicability of Hindu personal laws to Buddhists—as a representation. The bench said only the Law Commission can recommend constitutional or statutory changes, not the court through mandamus

The Supreme Court-appointed SIT arrested serving TTD official RSSVR Subrahmanyam in the Tirumala laddu ghee adulteration scam. Investigators allege he certified substandard ghee for bribes, linking TTD officials with fake dairy suppliers that provided 68 lakh kg spurious ghee between 2019 and 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Mangaluru for a major spiritual visit to Udupi, featuring a roadshow, temple rituals, and participation in the massive ‘Laksha Kantha Gita’ chanting event. Tight security and extensive cultural preparations mark his first Udupi visit as PM

Delhi Police arrested alleged gangster Bandhu Man Singh, linked to Canada-based Goldy Dhillon, for involvement in the firing at Kapil Sharma’s Canadian restaurant. A Chinese pistol was seized, and investigators are probing his role, foreign links, and wider extortion network

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ayodhya on Tuesday to hoist a symbolic saffron flag atop the Ram Janmbhoomi Temple, marking its construction completion. His visit includes multiple temple darshans, spiritual observances, and an address highlighting unity, heritage, and cultural significance

A study of 738 UK harbour porpoises (1990–2021) shows mercury levels rising about 1% annually, nearly doubling since the 1990s. Higher mercury burdens increased the risk of death from infectious disease, revealing persistent ocean contamination despite the Minamata Convention

Frida Kahlo’s 1940 self-portrait *El sueño (La cama)* sold for US$54.7 million in New York, setting a new auction record for any female artist and surpassing Georgia O’Keeffe’s previous record, while prompting cultural debate over its sale and future visibility

President Droupadi Murmu offered prayers at the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara temple, accompanied by Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and officials. She received traditional honours, including Sesha Vastram and Veda Ashirvachanam, following visits to Sri Varaha Swamy and Sri Padmavathi temples

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s light-hearted jibe about Bengaluru’s infamous traffic at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 went viral, prompting political reactions and renewed criticism of the city’s infrastructure, while he also engaged students and showcased striking space visuals of India

In Sonbhadra, a woman filed a case against her husband and seven relatives, alleging triple talaq, dowry harassment, assault, and eviction from their home. Authorities registered an FIR against all eight, including her husband and in-laws, following the complaint

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency after a leak shut down the Olympic Pipeline, threatening jet fuel supply to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The order temporarily relaxes driving-hour limits for fuel transporters to maintain airport operations amid uncertainty over pipeline repairs

An India Justice Report study reveals over 50,000 children remain stuck in slow juvenile justice processes, with 55 per cent of cases pending across Juvenile Justice Boards. Despite a decade of reforms, shortages in judges, oversight, data systems and child care facilities persist nationwide

The body of 22-year-old Ajeet Chaudhary, an Indian MBBS student missing in Russia since October 19, arrived in Rajasthan’s Alwar. Found near the White River in Ufa, his death remains unclear, and relatives are seeking deeper investigation 

A 57-year-old Bengaluru techie lost ₹31.83 crore after cybercriminals held her in a six-month “digital arrest,” threatening her with a fabricated CBI case and coercing her into 187 transfers. She reported the fraud after growing suspicious; police are investigating

International enrolment at US colleges dipped slightly this fall, but new foreign student arrivals plunged 17% amid visa delays and policy tightening under the Trump administration. Graduate programmes were hit hardest, straining budgets, while other countries ramped up efforts to attract students

Sabarimala is set to begin its 41-day Mandala pilgrimage, with the shrine opening Sunday evening. Extensive preparations—water supply, sanitation, medical centres, and virtual queue controls—are in place. New melshanthis will be installed as TDB’s new president vows transparent temple administration

Counter Intelligence Kashmir raided a doctor’s residence in Anantnag linked to a “white-collar terror module.” A Haryana-based doctor tenant’s phone was seized. Separately, local seller Bilal Wani attempted self-immolation after questioning; his son remains detained. Key accused Dr Muzaffar Rather is abroad

Recently released House Oversight Committee emails reveal Jeffrey Epstein maintained extensive ties with global political figures, academics and business elites long after his 2008 conviction. The messages show exchanges on politics, introductions and personal advice, highlighting his persistent influence until his 2019 arrest