Two more suspected terror module members operated from Bangladesh were arrested in Assam, bringing the total arrests to 10. The suspects, linked to the Ansarullah Bangla Team and al-Qaida, were apprehended after interrogations and a significant cache of arms and ammunition was seized, averting a major attack.

The Railways has modified AC sleeper trains and a Vande Bharat train for the Jammu-Kashmir route to handle harsh weather. Security checks akin to airports will be implemented. Trial runs on the Katra-Reasi section have been successful, indicating readiness. PM Modi might inaugurate both the train service and the Z Morh tunnel soon.

Three years after a Gujarati family froze to death attempting to illegally cross the US-Canada border, an ED probe uncovers an international human trafficking syndicate involving Canadian colleges issuing student visas. Around 35,000 illegal migrants are sent abroad yearly by two agents in Mumbai and Nagpur.

Some commuters have reported higher cab fares on iPhones compared to Androids for identical rides in Chennai, raising suspicions about ride-hailing apps charging Apple users more. Experts suggest that apps may tweak fares based on device data, frequency of use, and user behavior patterns through dynamic pricing algorithms.

In 2023-24, BJP garnered Rs 2,244 crore in contributions, three times more than in 2022-23, with Prudent Electoral Trust being the largest donor. Congress received Rs 288.9 crore. Electoral bond receipts were excluded as per rules.

Punjab and Haryana HC has ordered a disability pension for the legal heirs of a soldier discharged due to neurosis from recurring nightmares after his lover's suicide. The soldier, invalided out in 1979, had moved HC in 2020 and passed away in 2021. Military authorities are directed to release benefits within three months.

A special NIA court in Bengaluru has sentenced Dr Syed Ismail Afaq to life imprisonment and two associates, Abdul Sabur and Saddam Hussain, to 10 years in jail for planning terror activities, including serial blasts ahead of US president Barack Obama's 2015 visit. Convicts are from Bhatkal, Karnataka, and were arrested by CCB sleuths.

The death toll from the LPG tanker accident on Jaipur-Ajmer national highway increased to 18, following the deaths of three additional burn victims, including a BEd student and two truck drivers. Fourteen patients remain in treatment at SMS Hospital, with one person being discharged.

Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance, including Amit Shah and Chandrababu Naidu, met in Delhi to counter Congress' criticism of Shah's Ambedkar remark. They emphasized good governance and people's welfare, reaffirmed unity in upcoming elections, and discussed Vajpayee's legacy and future strategies.

Life in Katra, Jammu, gets disrupted as Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti leads a 72-hour shutdown, protesting the proposed ropeway project. The agitators argue that the project threatens local livelihoods and traditional pilgrimage practices. Despite police intervention and detentions, the strike continues, with support from BJP and Congress factions.

Police in Maharashtra arrested four men after a 17-year-old girl, who ran away due to academic pressure, alleged she was raped by them under the guise of offering help. The girl, a NEET aspirant, travelled to four different places where the incidents occurred. The Pocso Act has been invoked against the suspects.

Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati assured a group of Bangladeshi Hindus of raising their concerns about religious persecution with the Indian government. The Shankaracharya criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's statements on Hindu leadership issues. Uttar Pradesh has seen multiple temple-mosque disputes and RSS's Bhagwat expressed concern over the resurgence of such conflicts, advocating for a harmonious and inclusive society.

Union home minister Amit Shah inaugurates 10,000 multipurpose Primary Agriculture Credit Societies under an ambitious plan to create 2 lakh such societies nationwide in five years. These societies will support diverse activities and provide essential resources to farmers, promoting financial inclusion and global market integration.

Senior civil servant Arunish Chawla, currently the pharmaceuticals secretary, is appointed as the new revenue secretary. Amit Agrawal will succeed Chawla. Vineet Joshi is selected as the higher education secretary. The reorganisation also includes key shifts like Sanjay Sethi heading the national commission for minorities and Rachna Shah leading the department of personnel and training.

Film producer Dil Raju announced a meeting with Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to discuss support for the victims of the Pushpa 2 premiere stampede. Raju visited KIMS Hospital to check on eight-year-old Sri Tej, who is recovering. Actor Allu Arjun and his team provided financial aid, and long-term support plans are being formulated.

Ghaziabad Police arrested Rohit from Moradabad for spreading fake news about Union Home Minister Amit Shah's 'demise' on social media. The arrest followed an FIR lodged by BJP office-bearer Anil Sharma. Legal proceedings have been initiated, and further investigations are underway. Rohit admitted to posting the false news to gain followers.

Manipur CM N Biren Singh emphasized the BJP's commitment to unity and peace in the state amidst ethnic violence. He highlighted government efforts to aid internally displaced people and urged calm between communities. Singh asserted that only BJP's dedication to nationalism and social justice could save Manipur, referencing various inclusive projects like the Unity Mall.

Cow vigilantes and Indore municipal employees clashed during an anti-encroachment drive to remove a 30-year-old cow shelter. Several municipal vehicles were damaged, and both sides allegedly engaged in violence. Local Bajrang Dal members protested the treatment of cows during relocation, and police are awaiting complaints to investigate the incident.

Salman Rushdie's banned book «The Satanic Verses» is now available in limited stock at a Delhi bookstore. The ban, imposed in 1988, ended as the Delhi High Court noted the absence of the notification. Rushdie's controversial novel remains highly debated globally, and its release has reignited discussions on free speech and artistic expression.

The Supreme Court has restricted the Enforcement Directorate from accessing or copying content from electronic devices seized from Santiago Martin and his associates. The decision could impact investigative agencies' policies on confiscating digital devices. The case involves Martin's company allegedly monopolizing the lottery business in Meghalaya.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress-led governments for delaying development projects and neglecting water conservation, while emphasizing BJP's initiatives like the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and river-linking projects. He highlighted the lasting impact of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's vision, particularly in rural development, and praised BJP's governance as trusted by the people.

Actor Allu Arjun has decided to offer Rs 2 crore to the child injured in the Sandhya Theatre stampede during the premier show of 'Pushpa 2'. Allu Arjun, his producers, and the director collectively provided the amount to support the child and his family, with the boy reportedly recovering.

The Congress party's camaraderie with AAP during the Delhi Lok Sabha polls has turned to rivalry, with Congress leader Ajay Maken criticizing the alliance as a mistake. Maken condemned Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, describing him as 'Farziwal' for failing to establish the Janlokpal anti-corruption ombudsman and for the plight of Delhi under AAP's rule.

This meeting is being held to ensure better coordination among the alliance partners.

Boosting India's blue-water combat, the Navy will commission two indigenous warships and a submarine in the coming month, bolstering capabilities to counter China's influence. This includes the AI-enabled destroyer Surat, stealth frigate Nilgiri, and submarine Vagsheer, all equipped with advanced sensors and weaponry for enhanced operational readiness.

Arvind Kejriwal alleges plans to arrest CM Atishi and senior AAP leaders in fake cases before the Delhi elections. He claims two new schemes by the AAP government have rattled BJP. BJP accuses AAP of making false promises and misleading the public. They warned against sharing personal data with AAP.