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Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto has announced a fresh protest demanding reforms in the state’s recruitment system, saying youth want concrete solutions rather than political dialogue. He also criticised FIRs against protesters and vowed to continue the struggle

Amid a rise in monsoon-related illnesses, doctors have urged people not to self-medicate with antibiotics for fever. They stressed that fever can have several causes and unnecessary antibiotic use can cause side effects and fuel antimicrobial resistance

India’s action against 57 websites and databases hosted on Google Firebase has highlighted how cybercriminals allegedly misuse legitimate cloud infrastructure for phishing, malware distribution and financial fraud, including fake bank websites and malicious applications targeting sensitive user information

The Cockroach Janta Party will convene its national working committee on Monday to review the Centre’s assurances following withdrawal of its nationwide agitation, saying the government has yet to communicate steps on FIRs, punitive action against protesters and compensation

India’s invitations to Nepal and Bangladesh for the BRICS outreach session could strengthen South Asian engagement with the Global South and provide an opportunity to reset bilateral ties, amid changing political circumstances and renewed efforts towards regional cooperation, a report said

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India can become a global shipbuilding hub while laying the foundation for five expansion projects worth nearly Rs 3,500 crore in West Bengal. The projects include three GRSE facilities and two Yantra India facilities

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attacked the Samajwadi Party and Akhilesh Yadav, claiming voters will permanently reject the party in the next assembly elections. He highlighted welfare measures for mid-day meal cooks and development in government schools

Experts on National Space Day said India’s next space growth phase will be driven by downstream applications, private participation and satellite-based services. They highlighted the rise of a full-stack space economy powered by ISRO expertise, policy reforms and emerging private companies

India’s regenerative agriculture push has encouraged over 18 lakh farmers to adopt natural farming practices across 8.80 lakh hectares. The initiative focuses on restoring soil health, improving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependence and building climate-resilient farming systems through sustainable practices

The Indian Air Force concluded its participation in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia and Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 in Malaysia. The dual deployment showcased IAF’s operational reach, Rafale capabilities, tactical coordination and commitment to strengthening defence partnerships across the Indo-Pacific

A Kerala consumer commission ordered a biryani cafe proprietor and manager to pay Rs 96,500 to a woman who fell ill after consuming food at the eatery. The compensation covers medical expenses, damages and litigation costs following her Salmonella infection

India is entering a new phase of human spaceflight and deep-space exploration, with missions including Gaganyaan, Bharatiya Antariksh Station, Venus Orbiter Mission and reusable launch vehicles. The initiatives aim to strengthen human spaceflight, advanced technologies and India’s global space leadership

The Supreme Court will hear a plea seeking an independent, time-bound CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025. The petition seeks preservation of physical and digital evidence and transfer of the probe from state CID

Former ISF leader and ex-TMC MLA Arabul Islam’s car was attacked with bricks and crude bombs in Bhangar, West Bengal. Islam blamed ISF workers after quitting the party, while police launched an investigation and examined CCTV footage to identify attackers

Two people were killed and five injured after a 22-foot Lord Ganesh idol collapsed during the arrival ceremony of Bhuleshwaracha Raja in south Mumbai. The incident, reportedly caused by loose nuts and bolts, occurred ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations

Two of 24 crew members aboard Panama-flagged cargo vessel MV Ocean-Winner were rescued after it sank in the Bay of Bengal off Odisha. The Indian Navy and Coast Guard continue searching for the remaining crew members in a coordinated operation

BJP Maharashtra vice-president Keshav Upadhye criticised Rahul Gandhi’s Pune student outreach programme, calling it a “political comedy show.” He accused Congress of politicising the event, questioned its past positions on key issues and alleged the party was using caste and religion 

India’s space economy has reached $9 billion and could grow to $40–45 billion over the next decade, driven by startups, private investment and policy reforms. Space startups have surged to around 440, while liberalised FDI and government funding strengthen private participation

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted scientists and citizens on National Space Day, praising India’s achievements in space technology, research and innovation. He highlighted the sector’s role in advancing the vision of Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat globally

Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple witnessed a record 437 weddings on Sunday, the highest number held there in a single day. Special arrangements, including six mandapams, crowd control, medical services and police deployment, were made to manage the large gathering

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked National Space Day by highlighting India’s growing global space presence, private-sector potential and Gen Z’s technological contributions. He said the space sector is vital to achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047, while ISRO continues inspiring future scientists

A TSSP constable was allegedly assaulted by a civil police constable and two civilians outside a Warangal bar after a drunken altercation. The viral video prompted police action, with the injured constable booked for obstructing duty.

A closer look at how electoral roll revisions have changed the numbers of male and female voters across Bihar, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal

Police in Maharashtra’s Latur district have registered an FIR against Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke and others for allegedly trespassing into a government school, disrupting classes, intimidating teachers, and defaming the institution during the party’s “School Thik Karo” campaign.