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Prime Minister Modi positioned India as a global ‘steady lighthouse’ amidst international turmoil, highlighting its strategic autonomy and democratic strength. He emphasised the nation’s expanding maritime and trade initiatives, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and celebrated milestones like the Vizhinjam Port’s operationalisation and record cargo throughput, underscoring a transformed and efficient maritime sector.

A man received a 10-year jail sentence for raping a minor girl. The Kendrapada court also fined him and ordered compensation for the survivor. DNA evidence confirmed his paternity of the child born from the assault. The conviction followed testimony from multiple witnesses and forensic reports. The crime occurred two years ago, with the FIR…

The Punjab & Haryana High Court and Himachal Pradesh High Court have extended the income tax return filing deadline for audit cases to November 30, 2025. These rulings follow a similar directive from the Gujarat High Court, creating pressure on the CBDT to issue a nationwide notification. Tax professionals are urging swift compliance to avoid…

Accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Luigi Mangione is reportedly exploring new music in Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center. A handwritten letter reveals he downloaded Taylor Swift and Charli XCX, later having his tablet wiped and replaced with Lil Durk tracks by another inmate. Mangione expressed gratitude for Lil Durk’s rebellious lyrics.

Uno Minda has launched two new dash cam DVRs in India, a 2-Way and a 3-Way model, priced at Rs 12,999 and Rs 14,999 respectively. These devices offer advanced recording capabilities, including 4K Ultra HD front recording and 360-degree coverage on the 3-Way model, along with WiFi app control and G-sensor for enhanced driving safety…

Farmers in Ganjam and Gajapati districts are concerned about crop damage due to inundation from heavy rainfall caused by cyclone Montha. While some farmers reported paddy and vegetable crops in the harvesting stage being submerged, officials are assessing the extent of damage. Efforts are underway to drain water from fields to mitigate losses.

Indian students are increasingly choosing study-abroad programmes in AI, MSc Management, and Machine Learning, with demand rising sharply in the past two years. Leap’s data shows Tier-1 and Tier-2 city interest up 4.5×, while undergraduate and PhD programmes also saw notable growth. Germany and Ireland lead in popularity, followed by UAE and New Zealand. Courses…

TikTok star Kaz Sawyer faces severe death threats after posting a video from Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands infinity pool, which guests only can access. Many viewers believe he trespassed for views, disrespecting Singapore’s strict rules and culture. Sawyer has apologized, stating he is scared, while the internet remains divided on the severity of his actions.

A special vigilance court granted conditional bail to 114 aspirants arrested in the Odisha Police SI recruitment scam. The accused, who allegedly paid Rs 25 lakh each for leaked question papers, must furnish a Rs 50,000 bond and two sureties. However, seven middlemen involved in facilitating the fraud were denied bail.

Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar has launched ‘Jamaat-ul-Mominaat,’ a new women’s wing, detailing plans for recruitment, indoctrination, and deployment in a 21-minute audio message. Women will undergo training mirroring male programs, with the promise of paradise for joining the “global jihad” mission.