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A cloudburst in Dharali village, Uttarakhand, killed at least four and left many missing as flash floods and landslides devastated the area. While 150 people have been rescued, efforts continue amid inclement weather and blocked roads. Army and NDRF teams deployed.

A 21-year-old second-year MBBS student from Rajasthan died by suicide in her college hostel at Pune’s B J Medical College. A note was found in which she mentioned undergoing psychiatric treatment and her desire to continue studying. Investigation is ongoing.

The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday kept the repo rate steady at 5.5% after three consecutive cuts, citing global tariff uncertainties. The FY26 growth forecast remains at 6.5%, while inflation projection is lowered to 3.1%.

Rivers across eight Indian states are flowing above danger marks due to continued heavy rainfall in the hills, triggering widespread flood alerts. Ganga, Yamuna, and Mandakini are among the rivers posing serious threats in Bihar, UP, Uttarakhand, and Assam.

Leaders across party lines paid tributes to former Union Minister Sushma Swaraj on her sixth death anniversary. Remembered for her oratory, compassion, and dedication to public service, Swaraj’s legacy was hailed by Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, Kiren Rijiju, and others.

Donald Trump claimed ignorance over continued US imports of Russian commodities after India hit back at criticism of its oil purchases from Moscow. The former US President reiterated plans to raise tariffs on India and others buying Russian energy.

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is in Moscow to strengthen India-Russia defence cooperation amid growing US pressure over India’s Russian oil imports. The visit comes as President Trump threatens higher tariffs on Indian goods citing oil trade concerns.

A Tamil Nadu Special Sub-Inspector was hacked to death by a father-son duo at an AIADMK MLA's estate in Tiruppur. The officer was investigating a dispute when the accused, allegedly drunk, attacked him with sickles. A manhunt is on.

The ancient Kalp Kedar Shiva temple in Uttarkashi, discovered in 1945 and known for its Kedarnath-style architecture, has been buried again under debris following flash floods in the Kheer Ganga river. Rescue teams are assessing the damage.

The Indian Army has intensified rescue efforts in Uttarkashi’s Dharali after a deadly cloudburst. At least four people are dead, with several missing. CM Dhami has returned to Dehradun, and red alerts remain in place for heavy rainfall and flooding.

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Indian boxers secured seven assured medals at the Under-19 and Under-22 Asian Boxing Championships in Bangkok, with women boxers reaching the semi-finals in their respective weight categories

Union Minister Anupriya Patel clarified in Parliament that CDSCO has not banned paracetamol in India, countering recent rumours. While certain Fixed Dose Combinations involving paracetamol are restricted, standalone paracetamol remains approved for use.

According to sources, Reliance Group Chairman sought to deny any involvement in the case, maintaining that all the financial decisions were taken by the internal board of his companies

With the elected government already in place and the security situation firmly under control, there is no justification for delaying statehood further

Turning a critical constitutional issue into a stage for political optics undermines democratic spirit — and sends a troubling message about government’s priorities

Industrialist Sunjay Kapur died of natural causes due to heart-related conditions, according to a UK coroner's report shared by his wife’s office. This comes amid allegations of foul play and legal tussles raised by his mother, Rani Kapur.

New Delhi calls the threat of additional tariffs “unjustified and unreasonable”

A statewide transport strike has brought public commuting to a halt in Raichur district. With KSRTC services largely suspended, Andhra and Telangana have deployed buses to ease the crisis. Rural commuters continue to suffer as local connectivity remains crippled

A police constable-led gang was arrested in Wanaparthy for defrauding banks and the Telangana Police Bhadrata wing of over 2.61 crore through forged housing loan documents. The gang used fake property papers to raise loans and resell the properties

A rice-laden truck fell into a canal after an old bridge collapsed in Saragur taluk, Mysuru. Though there were no casualties, the incident angered locals who had repeatedly requested repairs. Officials plan a temporary structure and propose a new bridge

The BRS urged the Election Commission to reinstate paper ballots for future elections, citing mistrust in EVMs. Party leader KT Rama Rao also demanded reforms in election symbols, accountability for poll promises, and transparency in voter roll revisions.

A truck illegally transporting urea from Karnataka to Kerala was seized in Chamarajanagar, intensifying the political clash over fertilizer shortages. JD(S) blamed the Congress for betrayal, while the Chief Minister urged opposition leaders to press the Centre for more allotment

The government confirmed that Rs 500 notes will continue to be issued and dispensed via ATMs. It debunked a viral WhatsApp message claiming RBI plans to phase them out. Authorities urged the public not to fall for misinformation