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Nine people died and 23 were injured when a bus heading to Telangana fell off the Chintoor–Maredumilli ghat road amid heavy fog. Police suspect the driver missed a curve. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reviewed treatment for the injured
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Scientists found evidence of deliberate fire-making 400,000 years ago at Barnham in eastern England, pushing back controlled fire use by 350,000 years. Heat-altered sediments, pyrite fragments and repeated burning indicate early Neanderthals intentionally created fire, revealing major evolutionary, cognitive and social implications
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Do Kwon was sentenced to 15 years for orchestrating the US$40 billion collapse of Terraform Labs’ crypto ecosystem, labelled a massive fraud that devastated countless investors. Judge Engelmayer condemned the scheme’s human toll as victims detailed life-altering losses caused by Kwon’s deception and evasion
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Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday and 50 years in cinema sparked massive celebrations across Tamil Nadu and worldwide, with 4K re-releases, concerts and themed parties. Political leaders and fans paid tributes as theatres filled with festive crowds honouring the superstar’s unparalleled cultural impact and enduring legacy
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A federal appeals court paused the release of hundreds of immigrants detained in the Chicago-area crackdown, ruling a judge exceeded his authority, while upholding an extension of the consent decree limiting warrantless ICE arrests. Attorneys say many detainees face deportation without understanding their options
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A male leopard roaming Pune Airport since April was safely captured after a coordinated multi-agency operation. Using tunnels and low-footfall areas, it evaded traps for months before being tranquilised in an underground tunnel. The leopard has recovered and is under observation in Pune
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders condoled the death of senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, who passed away at 90 in Latur. Patil, a respected parliamentarian and past Lok Sabha Speaker, was admired for his dignified public life
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Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, extending the previous session’s rally amid positive global cues and a US Federal Reserve rate cut. Major gainers included L&T and Tata Steel, while several IT stocks lagged alongside mixed Asian market trends
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A boat carrying migrants capsized on Croatia’s Sava River near Slavonski Brod, killing three and injuring eight. Dense fog and illegal border crossing attempts were cited. A Bosnian man was hospitalized, suspected of people smuggling along the Balkan migrant route
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Over 100 Nigerian students were released after being abducted from a Catholic school in Papiri, though around 150 children and staff remain captive. Authorities are yet to reveal details, while parents, officials, and the Pope urge action for their safe return
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Former ISI chief Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed was sentenced to 14 years by a Pakistani military court for political activities, violating the Official Secrets Act, misuse of authority, and causing wrongful loss. He may appeal the verdict
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A 40-year-old teacher, Sanjeev Tiwari, died in Jaunpur after a banned Chinese kite string slit his neck while riding a motorcycle. Police are investigating, and locals demand strict enforcement against hazardous ‘manjha’ to prevent similar incidents
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The heirs of Suzanne Adams sued OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging ChatGPT intensified her son’s paranoid delusions, contributing to her death. The lawsuit claims safety failures in GPT-4o encouraged harmful content, marking the first AI-related wrongful death case involving a homicide
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The Indian government clarified in Parliament that global air quality rankings by organisations like IQAir and WHO are not official. WHO guidelines are advisory, while India enforces National Ambient Air Quality Standards and ranks cities under the Swachh Vayu Survekshan
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A brawl erupted after the National Games football semi-final in Karachi between Pakistan Army and WAPDA teams, injuring players and officials. The Pakistan Football Federation and Olympic body are investigating, with disciplinary action expected over the referee assault and on-field violence
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Two children were killed and 16 injured when a mortar shell exploded inside a seminary in North Waziristan, Pakistan. Students had found the shell outside the Madrassah Shams-ul-Quran, mistaking it for a toy. Authorities are investigating
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Casting directors Bernard Telsey and Tiffany Little Canfield shaped the “Wicked” films, filling hundreds of roles worldwide. With the Oscars introducing a casting award, the profession gains recognition for its crucial yet often invisible role in film, TV, and theatre
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Heavy fighting resumed along the Thailand-Cambodia border, killing three Thai civilians and nine soldiers, with Cambodian casualties reported. Airstrikes, artillery, and rockets were used near Preah Vihear temple, displacing thousands. International concern grows as Trump seeks ceasefire negotiations
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Sensex and Nifty recovered from early losses in late morning trade, led by banking and auto stocks. Kotak Mahindra, HDFC Bank, and Reliance gained, while FIIs sold equities. US Fed rate cut had limited impact on Indian markets
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Three men were found dead under mysterious circumstances at a farmhouse in Korba, Chhattisgarh, allegedly during an occult ritual promising to multiply money. Four suspects, including a tantrik, have been detained, and police investigations are ongoing
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Pallas's Gull, a rare migratory bird, has been sighted after nearly a decade at Udhwa Bird Sanctuary in Jharkhand, signaling positive biodiversity. Officials highlighted protection under the Wildlife Protection Act and ongoing conservation measures against threats
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The US approved a US$686 million sale of advanced technology, support, and upgrades for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, including Link-16, avionics, training, and refurbishment, aiming to modernize the fleet, enhance interoperability, and support counterterrorism and regional security objectives
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The NIA has chargesheeted 11 individuals for looting 4,000 kg of explosives in Odisha's Rourkela district in May, linking them to Maoist conspiracy, UAPA, BNSS, Arms Act and Explosive Substances Act violations targeting government and security forces
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The Calcutta High Court upheld a life sentence for a man who had a consensual physical relationship with a 14-year-old minor, ruling it inexcusable. The court also directed compensation totaling Rs 3.8 lakh to the victim