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Ex-AAP Leader Tahir Hussain Convicted For Intelligence Officer's Murder During Delhi Riots
A Delhi court has convicted former Aam Aadmi Party councillor Tahir Hussain for the murder of an Intelligence Bureau officer. The ruling marks a significant development in the legal proceedings related to the 2020 Delhi communal riots.

TVK functionary Layola Mani appointed Chairman of Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation
Piduguralla Government Medical College gets NMC nod for 100 MBBS seats
The National Medical Commission has granted approval for the establishment of Piduguralla Government Medical College with a capacity of 100 MBBS seats. This authorization allows the institution to commence its inaugural academic session in the Palnadu district.

One dead, four injured in IED blast close to Assam Rifles vehicle in Nagaland: Police official
A powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast targeted an Assam Rifles vehicle during an operational movement in Nagaland. The explosion resulted in one fatality and left four others injured, according to local police and military officials.

Bengaluru special court discharges H.D. Revanna from sexual harassment case citing unexplained delay of over four years in lodging complaint
A special court in Bengaluru has discharged JD(S) leader H.D. Revanna from a sexual harassment case due to an unexplained four-year delay in filing the complaint. The court noted that the timing of the allegations suggested they might have been an afterthought following separate charges against his

‘An assault on collective memory’: Sukhbir Badal slams removal of Satluj from OTT platform
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal has criticized the removal of the film 'Satluj' from a major OTT platform, labeling the action as an assault on collective memory. He argued that the film serves as a crucial documentation of Punjab's historical struggles and the legacy of activist Jaswant Singh Kha

M.A. Narasimhachar Music Foundation celebrates its silver jubilee
The M.A. Narasimhachar Music Foundation is marking twenty-five years of dedicated service to the promotion of Indian classical music. The silver jubilee celebrations will feature a series of performances by renowned artists and tributes to the foundation's rich cultural legacy.
London Jewish community ambulances set ablaze in suspected hate crime, police say
Metropolitan Police are investigating an arson attack on multiple ambulances belonging to a London Jewish community service as a suspected hate crime. The incident occurred overnight, causing significant damage to emergency vehicles used by the local community.

U.K. says an Iran-backed group was behind attacks on Jewish community, bans Revolutionary Guard
The British government has announced a ban on the Islamic Movement of the Companions of the Right following alleged attacks on the Jewish community. Officials also confirmed the official proscription of Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard to enhance national security.

India-Japan relations should not target third party: China
China has issued a statement emphasizing that bilateral cooperation between India and Japan should not be directed at any third party. The warning follows a joint expression of concern by New Delhi and Tokyo regarding maritime security in the East and South China Seas.

Viral Video Captures Terrifying Moment Russian Helicopter Gun Goes Out Of Control
In this particular video, the gun seems to have been bolted onto a truck bed to serve as a ground-based air-defence weapon to counter drones.

Bangkok Authorities Launch Probe Into Bar Fire That Killed 27
Authorities in Bangkok have initiated a formal investigation into a devastating bar fire that claimed the lives of 27 people on Sunday evening. More than 70 individuals were injured in the blaze, prompting a review of safety protocols and building regulations.

UK Plans To Ban Iran's Elite Guards Over Threat To National Security
The United Kingdom is preparing to proscribe Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and several affiliated groups as terrorist organizations. The move follows growing concerns regarding direct threats to British national security and specific attacks on domestic properties.
One Indian sailor killed, six wounded as Iranian missiles strike oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz
Missiles hit the Mombasa and Al Bahiyah in Omani territorial waters; fires damaged both tankers but crews brought them under control
Can biogas aid India’s energy security?
India is exploring compressed biogas as a strategic tool to reduce its heavy dependency on international crude oil markets. While the sector faces implementation challenges, targeted government incentives could accelerate its role in the national energy mix.
Three dead in Manchester synagogue ‘terrorist’ attack, including suspect: U.K. police; two arrests made
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed three fatalities following a violent incident at a synagogue during Yom Kippur observations. Authorities have made two additional arrests as investigations continue into what is being treated as a terrorist attack.

SC asks Baba Kalyani and Sugandha Hiremath to settle disputes via mediation
The Supreme Court has directed industrialist Baba Kalyani and his sister Sugandha Hiremath to attempt an amicable settlement through mediation. Former Supreme Court judge Justice L Nageswara Rao has been appointed to oversee the resolution of the long-standing family dispute.

After two failed marriages, Dalljiet Kaur turns entrepreneur, steps away from acting
The television actress Dalljiet Kaur is transition away from the entertainment industry to launch her own business venture. This career shift follows the public dissolution of her second marriage and a decision to prioritize personal growth.

Former Athens Olympic Hall Destroyed By Fire
A major fire broke out at a former 2004 Olympic Games venue in Athens on Sunday night, causing extensive damage to the structure. Firefighters worked through the night to bring the blaze under control by Monday morning.

"Completely False": Piyush Goyal On Report India Rejected Quick US Trade Deal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has dismissed reports claiming that India rejected a swift trade proposal from the United States. He characterized the allegations as completely false while highlighting positive diplomatic engagements between the two nations.

Supreme Court Seeks Centre's Airfare Regulation Rules In Sealed Cover Within 2 Weeks
The Supreme Court has ordered the Central Government to submit its newly framed airfare regulation rules in a sealed cover within two weeks. This directive follows a government update stating that these regulations are scheduled for presentation in Parliament within the next 30 days.

4 Techies Die After Car Rams Truck. They Were Driving To Jim Corbett Park
Four IT professionals were killed when their vehicle collided with a truck while traveling toward Jim Corbett National Park. The victims were part of a larger group of twelve colleagues traveling in two cars for a company holiday.

Past, Present And Future Of Rainwater Harvesting In India
India faces a significant water security challenge as it supports 18 percent of the global population with only 4 percent of freshwater resources. Current government initiatives like the Jal Shakti Abhiyan are intensifying efforts to capture and store precipitation to address this imbalance.

India, Japan hold key dialogue to boost ties in defence industrial collaboration, cyber security
India and Japan have convened their eighth Defence Policy Dialogue in Tokyo to strengthen strategic cooperation across multiple security fronts. The discussions focused on deepening bilateral ties through enhanced defence industrial collaboration and improved cyber security frameworks.
