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Mining operations near homes, schools and farms in Rajasthan’s Aravalli villages are causing cracks in buildings, dust pollution, crop losses and displacement, residents allege. Activists have criticised a Supreme Court-appointed panel for not visiting several affected areas and seek more time for its report

A 22-year-old AMU undergraduate student was allegedly found hanging at his rented accommodation in Aligarh, police said. A suicide note addressed to his parents was recovered. The incident is the second reported suicide involving an AMU student in four weeks

VHP International President Alok Kumar clarified that the organisation has not issued any guidelines restricting meat sales near Durga Puja pandals in West Bengal. He said remarks favouring cleanliness and hygiene were a personal suggestion by a member, not a decision taken at the meeting

The Vishva Hindu Parishad’s (VHP) guidelines urging Durga Puja organisers in West Bengal to restrict the sale and consumption of non-vegetarian food near pandals have sparked a political row. While JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak welcomed the move but questioned its impact on traditional animal sacrifices, Congress leader Udit Raj rejected the VHP’s authority to dictate dietary practices.

Nagaland observed National Sports Day with athletes and coaches honoured for their achievements at regional, national and international levels. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio called for continued efforts to strengthen the state’s sporting ecosystem and promote fitness, inclusivity and excellence

Nepal has praised India’s assistance following devastating floods that have killed more than 600 people. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “exceptionally generous” and said New Delhi had indicated it would provide generous assistance for reconstruction

A Kottayam man was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor after posing as an IPS officer on social media and promising to marry her. Police also found that he had allegedly cheated several people by taking money while posing as an officer

Kolkata Police have registered a suo motu FIR against former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee and TMCP event organisers for allegedly violating Calcutta High Court conditions. Police cited barricade breaches, jostling with personnel and disruption of vehicular movement during Friday’s event

A man was allegedly tied to a tree and beaten by villagers in Shahjahanpur after he and another youth went to meet a woman. A video of the incident went viral. Police registered a case against the two men and said action would follow over the alleged assault

NEET-PG 2026 will be conducted in a single shift across 1,300 centres in 340 cities on Sunday, with 2.73 lakh candidates registered. Authorities have strengthened security through CCTV, biometrics, jammers and live monitoring, while introducing candidate-friendly reforms including revised exam timings

Indians rescued from flood-ravaged Nepal recounted harrowing experiences, describing rising waters, missing relatives, destroyed homes and desperate escapes to higher ground. Pilgrims and tourists also recalled being stranded near the China-Nepal border before Nepalese and Indian authorities facilitated their safe return

Madurai police have booked a government school headmistress for alleged abetment of suicide after a 16-year-old Dalit girl died by suicide following an alleged casteist remark and humiliation during an admission interaction. Police are examining CCTV footage and possible SC/ST Act charges

Noida International Airport is expected to witness a slower ramp-up amid a challenging geopolitical environment, operator Zurich Airport International AG said. The Jewar airport handled 1,044 flights and 77,000 passengers in July, while its first-half 2026 loss stood at CHF 2.4 million

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said his government’s “positive outlook” has replaced the previous TMC dispensation’s “negativity”. During his Tarapith visit, he assured devotees of adequate arrangements for Kaushiki Amavasya and promised comprehensive development of Birbhum district

Supreme Court judge B V Nagarathna urged India’s legal fraternity to rethink its role and work collectively to address mounting pendency, delays and costs. Speaking at NLU Delhi’s convocation, she also cautioned lawyers against relying on AI-generated fake judgments and highlighted ADR’s importance

Nepal is struggling to recover from devastating flash floods that have killed more than 600 people and left over 2,400 missing. Rescuers continue searching through mud and debris, while families scour hospitals and relief camps for their missing loved ones

The Enforcement Directorate arrested three more accused, including a chartered accountant, in a Goa “digital arrest” cyber fraud case involving Rs 2.60 crore. The agency alleged the funds moved through hundreds of accounts as part of an organised money-laundering network

Nepal’s flash flood death toll rose to 626 on Saturday, while more than 2,400 people remained missing. Nearly 2,500 people have been evacuated as thousands of security personnel continue rescue operations amid fears of further flooding in central Nepal

Congress leader Anil Kumar alias Chenthi Ani was arrested for allegedly obstructing Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan’s convoy in Thiruvananthapuram. Congress removed him from the party following the incident. Police booked him under BNS sections concerning wrongful restraint, intimidation and obstruction of a public servant

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday demanded an FIR against those involved in a reported ‘shuddhikaran’ ceremony at the Haldwani rally venue after Mallikarjun Kharge’s visit. Gandhi accused the BJP-RSS of practising untouchability, while the BJP denied involvement and said the incident would be investigated

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led National Sports Day celebrations at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi, urging citizens, especially youth, to embrace sports and fitness. The event featured cricket, football and tug-of-war under the ‘Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein’ initiative

A fire broke out on the top floor of a five-storey hospital in Bareilly on Saturday, triggering panic among patients and staff. Around 100 patients and attendants were present, but all were safely evacuated and the blaze was contained

Maharashtra FDA withdrew its order cancelling Cipla Pharma & Life Sciences’ Pune drug sale licence after the Bombay High Court criticised the regulator for acting “high-handedly” and violating natural justice. FDA will issue a fresh show-cause notice and pass a reasoned order

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