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The Supreme Court-appointed SIT arrested serving TTD official RSSVR Subrahmanyam in the Tirumala laddu ghee adulteration scam. Investigators allege he certified substandard ghee for bribes, linking TTD officials with fake dairy suppliers that provided 68 lakh kg spurious ghee between 2019 and 2024

Sri Lanka’s floods and landslides have killed 56 people, with 21 missing, prompting a nationwide public holiday. Nearly 44,000 residents are affected as Cyclone Ditwah brings heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruption, including suspended rail services and diverted flights 

Six months after becoming parents, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani revealed their baby girl’s name as Saraayah Malhotra, sharing a tender photo on social media. Bollywood colleagues, including Karan Johar and Varun Dhawan, sent warm wishes to the new family

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Mangaluru for a major spiritual visit to Udupi, featuring a roadshow, temple rituals, and participation in the massive ‘Laksha Kantha Gita’ chanting event. Tight security and extensive cultural preparations mark his first Udupi visit as PM

President Donald Trump announced a “permanent pause” on migration from “third world” countries and ordered reevaluation of Green Cards after an Afghan migrant killed a U.S. National Guard member. His administration issued new vetting rules for immigrants from 19 “high-risk” countries

Delhi Police arrested alleged gangster Bandhu Man Singh, linked to Canada-based Goldy Dhillon, for involvement in the firing at Kapil Sharma’s Canadian restaurant. A Chinese pistol was seized, and investigators are probing his role, foreign links, and wider extortion network

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi ended a 16-hour sit-in outside Adiala Jail after being barred from meeting imprisoned former PM Imran Khan. Afridi vowed continued protests, citing lack of information on Khan’s health despite court orders permitting a meeting 

A sexual-assault case against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has intensified after the complainant’s confidential statement alleged sexual exploitation, forced abortion and threats. Police are tracing the absconding MLA, probing associates, and preparing to record her Section 164 statement as legal and political stakes rise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat hoisted a specially crafted saffron flag at Ayodhya’s Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, marking the temple’s construction completion. The ceremony, rich in spiritual symbolism, followed prayers at the Garbh Grah, Sapt Mandir, and other sacred sites

Gold and silver prices surged in India amid expectations of a US Fed rate cut and strong festive demand. MCX gold touched Rs 1,25,106 per 10 grams, tracking global gains as investors shifted to safe-haven assets ahead of key US economic data

Tribal and forest-dwelling communities from Sonbhadra joined other special invitees in Ayodhya for the Ram temple flag-hoisting ceremony. Hosted by the Ram Mandir Trust, guests received warm hospitality as preparations continued for PM Modi’s hoisting of a symbolic saffron flag

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome in Ayodhya for the ‘Dhwajarohan Utsav’. He led a roadshow, offered prayers at the Sapt Mandir, and will hoist a specially crafted flag at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, marking the temple’s construction completion

Veteran Bollywood icon Dharmendra has passed away at 89 in Mumbai. Recently discharged from Breach Candy Hospital, he had been critically ill. Celebrated for over six decades of cinematic excellence and 300+ films, he was among Hindi cinema’s most successful and beloved stars

Six members of a West Midnapore family, including two children, are critically ill after eating food accidentally cooked with acid mistaken for water. Police are probing both accidental and deliberate angles, while all victims receive treatment at Kolkata’s SSKM Hospital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ayodhya on Tuesday to hoist a symbolic saffron flag atop the Ram Janmbhoomi Temple, marking its construction completion. His visit includes multiple temple darshans, spiritual observances, and an address highlighting unity, heritage, and cultural significance

NCW launched a 24/7 short-code helpline, 14490, to offer faster, toll-free support for women facing violence or distress. Staffed by trained counsellors, it strengthens nationwide assistance efforts amid rising crimes against women, urging wider awareness and coordinated interventions

Canada has advanced toward modernising its citizenship-by-descent rules as Bill C-3 receives royal assent. The reform will restore or grant citizenship to those excluded by the first-generation limit, significantly helping Indian-origin families and ensuring fairer rules for future generations born abroad

Antonia Banderas reflects on his experience filming 'Tony,' a biopic about Anthony Bourdain, at the Torino Film Festival. Despite the "fishy" smell during the shoot, Banderas appreciated portraying a mentor to a young Bourdain, delving into his early life and struggles

The US has drafted a Russia-Ukraine peace proposal incorporating input from both sides, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. Trump insists the plan is not his final offer as Kyiv weighs the proposal amid internal fears it favours Moscow and faces a looming deadline

A study of 738 UK harbour porpoises (1990–2021) shows mercury levels rising about 1% annually, nearly doubling since the 1990s. Higher mercury burdens increased the risk of death from infectious disease, revealing persistent ocean contamination despite the Minamata Convention

Srinagar recorded the season’s coldest night at –2.8°C as temperatures dipped across Jammu and Kashmir. With further decline expected, schools up to Class 8 will close for winter vacation. Residents rely on traditional Pherans and Kangris to battle the intensifying chill

The Indian HAL Tejas crashed around 2.10 pm local time while flying a demonstration flight for a crowd. It wasn't immediately clear if the pilot ejected

South Africa refused to hand over the G20 Presidency to a “junior” US official, rejecting Washington’s request and criticising remarks from the White House that insulted President Ramaphosa. Tensions rose amid Trump’s renewed claims about South Africa, as global leaders arrived for the summit

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Dhaka and nearby regions, killing four people—including a newborn—and injuring over 50. The tremor damaged multiple buildings, triggered fires, and caused widespread panic. Experts warn the quake is a serious reminder of Bangladesh’s high seismic vulnerability