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While maternal and child health indicators show remarkable progress, ageing populations, migration, and ‘ghost villages’ are a cause for concern

Mirabai Chanu won gold in the women’s 48 kg category at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships, with Preetismita Bhoi and Dharmajyoti also clinching titles as India’s lifters began strongly in Ahmedabad

India’s shooters crossed 50 medals at the Asian Shooting Championship in Shymkent, with Neeru Dhanda’s trap gold, a junior pistol podium sweep, and Bhowneesh Mendiratta’s trap silver keeping India on top

Nitin Rawal has been named captain of Jaipur Pink Panthers for Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, with Reza Mirbagheri as vice-captain, bringing experience, leadership, and defensive strength to the title-winning side

It is unfortunate that the vice-presidential race is being dragged into the politics of personal attacks

In a joint operation, Telangana and Maharashtra police arrested Maoist area committee member Oyam Bhoodu and his wife Podium Raame at Kothagudem bus stand. Wanted in over 150 cases, the couple was nabbed during intensified anti-Maoist combing operations across states

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to advance the October 10 hearing on petitions seeking restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. The bench, led by CJI B R Gavai, reminded the Centre to consider ground realities while responding to the pleas

India has enacted the Online Gaming Law 2025, banning Online Money Games while recognising esports as a legitimate sport. The move forces major firms like Dream11 and MPL to halt money-based operations, reshaping the digital gaming industry’s future in India.

YSRCP MP Maddila Gurumoorthy has sought NHRC and SC/ST Commission intervention after TDP MLA B. Rajasekhar Reddy allegedly assaulted four forest officials in Nandyal district. Gurumoorthy accused the MLA of hurling casteist slurs, wrongful confinement, and physical assault

The Supreme Court ruled that commercial and prohibited speeches are not protected under fundamental rights and directed five social media influencers, including Samay Raina, to display apologies in their shows for mocking persons with disabilities and rare genetic disorders

India and Japan on Monday agreed to deepen cooperation in the energy sector, focusing on carbon capture, biofuels, green chemicals, and advanced technologies. At the ministerial-level Energy Dialogue, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to energy security, clean transition, and climate action

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Indian forces acted against terrorists in Operation Sindoor based on their deeds, not religion. Lauding Modi’s education reforms, he highlighted India’s progress, cultural heritage, and the need for spiritual growth in children’s education

BJP’s Ravi Shankar Prasad alleged that former Supreme Court judge and opposition VP nominee B Sudershan Reddy’s 2011 verdict disbanding Salwa Judum reflected a tilt towards Maoism, reigniting debate over judicial neutrality and political choices

A Kasaragod Fast Track Court sentenced a 40-year-old Karnataka man to two consecutive life terms for abducting and raping a nine-year-old in Hosdurg. The court also fined him Rs 71,000, while his sister received a symbolic one-day jail term

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said Pakistan sought talks with folded hands after India’s Operation Sindoor dismantled its air bases. He dismissed claims of foreign mediation, stressing Bharat’s strength while recalling the Pahalgam terror attack that triggered the military response

A Dalit engineer in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, was allegedly assaulted inside his office by a BJP worker, sparking outrage. The Trinamool Congress accused BJP of shielding perpetrators and trampling on Dalits, even as the accused was arrested after the incident

Gold prices slipped by ₹200 to ₹1,00,170 per 10 grams in Delhi on Monday, tracking weak global cues. Silver held steady at ₹1,15,000/kg. Analysts cited Fed’s dovish stance, US job data, inflation, and GDP outlook as key factors

India and Fiji on Monday adopted a broad action plan to strengthen defence and maritime ties after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Fijian counterpart Sitiveni Rabuka. The two leaders condemned terrorism, backed UN reforms, and pledged joint efforts for a peaceful Indo-Pacific

Researchers at IIT Madras have developed a low-cost chip-based device that rapidly detects bacterial resistance to antibiotics within three hours. The innovation promises faster diagnosis, reduced misuse of antibiotics, and improved treatment options, particularly for rural healthcare facilities

NCP(SP) leader Rohit Pawar accused the BJP-led Centre of misusing the Enforcement Directorate to target Opposition leaders while ignoring corruption charges against its own. He warned that the proposed 130th Amendment Bill was “anti-democratic” and would erode federal and constitutional norms

Amazon India expanded its ‘Project Ashray’ with 40 new rest centres for delivery associates in partnership with HPCL. The centres, now totalling 65 across 13 cities, provide essential amenities and are open to all delivery personnel in the ecosystem.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra stressed that the central bank remains focused on growth despite tariff and geopolitical challenges. He urged banks and corporates to revive investments, assured sector-specific support, and confirmed upcoming measures to expand credit and enhance financial inclusion

A 21-year-old man, Rithik, jumped into the Yamuna river from a southeast Delhi bridge during a video call with his sister after an argument. Police, NDRF, and rescue teams launched overnight search operations, but he remains untraced

The government has imposed a minimum import price of ₹67,220 per tonne on virgin multi-layer paperboard imports till March 31, 2026, to curb dumping from countries like Indonesia. The move follows an anti-dumping probe initiated after complaints from domestic manufacturers