PM Modi plays archival audio of Vajpayee, Desai to sharpen attack over Emergency

PM Modi recalls imposition of Emergency in Mann ki Baat; plays archival audio

‘Just switching girlfriends’: Cam Newton reacts to Offset linking with Diggs’ ex

Cam Newton offers his perspective on the Stefon Diggs, Cardi B, and Offset situation, deeming it messy and driven by ego. He likens their actions to a childish competition, emphasizing a lack of genuine connection. Newton ultimately sides with Diggs, highlighting the financial disparity and the common male tendency to compare themselves when an ex moves on.

Two strong earthquakes jolt Pakistan within 12 hours

Pakistan experienced a 4.5 magnitude earthquake on Sunday morning, following a stronger 5.2 magnitude quake earlier in the day. The recent tremor occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, increasing the potential for aftershocks and stronger ground shaking. No immediate reports of injuries or major damage have surfaced, but authorities are closely monitoring the situation.

Jagannath Rath Yatra: 3 dead, 50 injured in stampede near Puri’s Gundicha Temple

Tragedy struck during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, India, as a stampede near the Gundicha Temple resulted in at least three fatalities and numerous injuries. Prior to the stampede, hundreds of devotees were hospitalized due to exhaustion and crowd pressure during the Rath Yatra.

Who was Saquib Nachan? ISIS-linked terror accused dies

Saquib Nachan, a convicted terrorist with links to ISIS, died at Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi while undergoing treatment. Nachan, who was serving time in Tihar Jail, had been transferred to the hospital due to his deteriorating health. He was convicted for his involvement in the 2002-03 Mumbai bomb blasts and was allegedly involved in promoting ISIS activities in India.

OTD: India ended a decade of heartbreak with 2024 T20 World Cup glory

In 2024, Team India secured a memorable T20 World Cup victory, ending a decade-long drought in ICC knockouts. They remained unbeaten, defeating strong teams like Australia, Pakistan, and England. The final against South Africa saw India defend a total of 176, winning by seven runs.

Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours amid heavy rain alert in Uttarakhand

The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand has been temporarily suspended for 24 hours following severe weather warnings. Authorities have halted pilgrims in Rishikesh and other safe locations along the route. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall across several districts. Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the suspension, emphasizing close monitoring of the situation.

Mauritius drug bust: 6-yr-old Brit detained; cannabis worth £1.6 mn found

A six-year-old British boy was detained in Mauritius alongside several adults in connection with a £1.6 million drug trafficking operation. Authorities at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport discovered 161kg of cannabis concealed in their luggage.

Revealed: Faces of Keeladi men; 3D recon brings 2,500-yr-old skulls into shape

Archaeological findings at Keeladi, Tamil Nadu, reveal a 6th century BCE civilization, with facial reconstructions of two individuals from Kondagai burial site offering insights into their South Indian ancestry, including West Eurasian and Austro-Asiatic traces.

Jagannath Rath Yatra: 3 dead, many hurt in stampede near Puri’s Gundicha Temple

Tragedy struck during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, India, as a stampede near the Gundicha Temple resulted in at least three fatalities and numerous injuries. Prior to the stampede, hundreds of devotees were hospitalized due to exhaustion and crowd pressure during the Rath Yatra.

Cloudburst in Uttarakhand: 8–9 workers missing at hotel site in Uttarkashi

A cloudburst in Baligarh, Uttarkashi district, has led to significant damage at an under-construction hotel along the Barkot-Yamunotri road. Authorities report that eight to nine workers are missing from the site. Rescue operations are underway, with teams from the SDRF, NDRF, and local police actively involved in the search.

Congress ex-MLA laundering case: Rs 557 crore assets attached

Railways may allow more IDs for tatkal booking authentication

Indian Railways is considering expanding the list of acceptable documents for IRCTC account authentication beyond Aadhaar, potentially including PAN Card, driving license, and voter ID via Digilocker. This update, possibly announced on Monday, aims to streamline Tatkal ticket bookings, which serve around 2.2 lakh passengers daily. The decision follows a review meeting chaired by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

AAIB DG leading crash probe gets X security cover