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Three people, including a man posing as a “Maharaj”, were arrested in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district after a 27-year-old woman alleged that she was sexually assaulted during a ritual conducted to address her husband's recurring health problems, police said
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More than 12,000 IIT aspirants have petitioned authorities seeking three attempts for JEE-Advanced, instead of the current two. They argue that additional opportunities would ensure fairness, reduce disadvantages linked to unequal preparation and better reflect students' academic potential
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The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is likely to consider three shortlisted candidates for the post of the first CEO of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The selection panel reviewed around 5,500 applications before conducting interviews with 16 candidates
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The ISI is reportedly shifting its honey-trapping operations from Pakistan to smaller Indian towns, using AI-generated images and videos to target recruits and officials. Intelligence agencies face growing challenges, with recent reports indicating increased attempts to obtain sensitive defence information
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Social activist Anna Hazare, 89, has been admitted to Bombay Hospital in Mumbai after blood reports indicated a renal infection, his associate said. Doctors said the anti-corruption crusader is stable and recovering while undergoing a detailed assessment of his condition
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Bristi Mukherjee, 28, the niece of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, was found dead at her residence in Birbhum district on Tuesday. Police have sent the body for post-mortem examination and launched an investigation to establish the exact cause of death
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The second phase of helicopter services for Uttarakhand's Char Dham Yatra will begin on September 15, UCADA announced. Authorities expect improving weather conditions as the monsoon weakens and are strengthening flight monitoring, maintenance and safety arrangements for operations
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged “vote theft” after more than 2.06 crore electors failed to figure in Maharashtra's draft electoral roll following the SIR exercise. State election authorities said the exclusions were linked to uncollectable enumeration forms and other reasons
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A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight carrying 229 passengers returned to Goa shortly after take-off on Tuesday following an engine-related technical issue. Air Traffic Control declared a full emergency, and the aircraft landed safely at Manohar International Airport in Mopa
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Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad criticised the reported selection process for the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, demanding High Court supervision. A search committee has shortlisted candidates amid plans to appoint the temple trust’s first CEO
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Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan urged the SSB to revive its original role of engaging with border communities along India’s open Nepal and Bhutan frontiers. He praised the force’s use of technology to combat trafficking, drug and arms smuggling and strengthen security
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Congress leaders have strongly criticised the Uttarakhand government after an FIR was filed against Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani over his remarks on a “purification ritual” conducted following a rally by party president Mallikarjun Kharge.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the SCO Summit in Bishkek urged resolution of conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, warning that West Asia tensions affect global energy security and supply chains. He also called for stronger action against terrorism, drug trafficking and organised crime
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The Congress accused the Modi government of dismantling MGNREGA, calling it a deliberate conspiracy to end the poor’s employment guarantee. Jairam Ramesh alleged that the new VB‑G RAM G Act has failed to deliver promised work, citing Ballia district figures.
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An IndiGo flight from Goa to Delhi returned to Manohar International Airport after experiencing a technical issue shortly after take-off. The aircraft landed safely, with passengers disembarking without injuries. IndiGo arranged alternatives and said maintenance checks would precede its next operation
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Incessant rainfall disrupted life across Uttarakhand, triggering landslides, rising river levels and road blockages. Three people died after a house collapsed in Almora. Orange alerts were issued for Dehradun and Tehri, while authorities launched rescue operations and cleared debris
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Indian Railways has approved Rs 170 crore for deploying Kavach 4.0 across 712 route kilometres in Moradabad Division. The indigenous automatic train protection system aims to prevent signal violations, control speeds and reduce collision risks, strengthening railway safety and modernising signalling infrastructure
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged SCO members to dismantle terrorism’s entire ecosystem, including financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens. Addressing the SCO summit in Bishkek, he advocated dialogue to resolve conflicts, while highlighting India’s priorities of security, connectivity and opportunity
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Counterfeit currency with a face value of around Rs 7.40 crore was found at a Punjab National Bank currency chest in Saharanpur during an audit. Three bank officials were suspended and booked, while a housekeeper was booked separately for allegedly stealing cash
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A young tiger from Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary has travelled over 400 km across Maharashtra, moving through Beed and now Dharashiv. Officials say its movement indicates healthy prey and water availability, while confirming that the wildlife corridor connecting Tipeshwar and Yedshi remains functional
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping shook hands and interacted as they arrived together for the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, marking their first meeting since Tianjin in 2025.
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The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) marched to the Nagaland Assembly during the Monsoon session, demanding a resolution against the singing of Vande Mataram at official events, citing religious objections.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, joining leaders for key deliberations and bilateral engagements. He met Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Zhaparov to review bilateral ties, while highlighting India’s vision of strengthening regional security, connectivity and opportunities
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated citizens for India’s 7.8% GDP growth in the April–June quarter, achieved despite global wars, instability, and supply chain disruptions. In a video message, he urged people to embrace Swadeshi and self-reliance, avoid unnecessary foreign holidays, weddings abroad, and gold purchases.
