Iran's military command issued a stern warning on Thursday, vowing a devastating retaliatory campaign against all critical infrastructure across West Asia if the United States follows through on threats to target Iranian power plants and bridges.
A 28-year-old man allegedly strangled his four-month pregnant wife to death before dying by suicide at their Bengaluru home, police said. The victims were identified as Manoj and Swapna, originally from Uttar Pradesh. Police suspect a domestic dispute led to the incident. The bodies were shifted for post-mortem, and a murder-suicide investigation is underway.
The BMC has issued a INR 22.03 crore demand notice to Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai for occupation charges linked to security barricades, bollards and planters installed after the 26/11 attacks. The structures occupy public road and footpath space around the hotel. Taj management says the barriers are essential security measures and should not attract commercial fees.
Michigan health officials have identified lettuce and salad greens as a 'potential source' of a cyclospora outbreak that has caused more than 2,800 cases. No specific supplier or produce type has been confirmed, and the investigation continues. Officials are advising caution while examining possible links between leafy greens and the parasitic infection.
The Indian National Congress on Thursday officially appealed to renowned educationist and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his indefinite hunger strike. The appeal came as Wangchuk’s fast at Jantar Mantar entered its 19th day, raising serious concerns over his rapidly deteriorating health.
In a major breakthrough against organized digital crime, the Jharkhand Police have dismantled a widespread cyber fraud syndicate operating out of the Bokaro district, arresting nine individuals. The coordinated law enforcement operation targeted active phishing setups that were actively duping citizens under the guise of banking updates and financial services.
A tsunami warning has been issued for parts of New Zealand’s South Island after a strong 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Fiordland region on Thursday evening. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) issued the alert shortly after the quake, warning that land inundation is likely along the West Coast from Milford Sound to Puysegur Point.
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced an automatic PF transfer system for eligible members, eliminating the need for separate transfer requests when changing jobs. Employees can verify their records by logging into the EPFO Unified Member Portal, checking their Service History, and ensuring all PF member IDs are correctly linked to their Aadhaar-authenticated UAN.
In a major crackdown, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pune Zone-1, conducted a raid at BG Goyal & Company, a food trading shop located in the busy Market Yard area, seizing over 4,100 kilograms of food products worth Rs 8.14 lakh, officials confirmed.
Three teenage girls have been arrested and charged after an alleged targeted acid attack in Jersey City, New Jersey, left six women with burn injuries. Authorities said sulfuric acid was thrown at the victims from a moped during a drive-by attack. Police believe the incident may have stemmed from an earlier dispute. The investigation remains ongoing.
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) officially launched the beta version of its completely revamped ticket-booking website on Wednesday. Marking the first major redesign of the national railway reservation portal in over two decades, the updated interface went live for public testing at 9:00 PM.
A 12-year-old student is undergoing medical treatment after attempting to take his own life, hours after he was allegedly assaulted by staff members at a private school in Mariyappanapalya, Bengaluru. The Class 7 student is currently admitted to Netus Hospital in Nayandahalli.
Hinge founder Justin McLeod has launched Overtone, an AI-powered dating company that raised $18 million and aims to replace traditional swiping with curated introductions. The platform has no public profiles, likes or endless feeds. Instead, its AI learns about users through voice and personal stories to suggest potential matches based on compatibility.
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) launched a fresh wave of military strikes against Iran on Wednesday morning, significantly escalating hostilities in West Asia. According to American military officials, the operation targeted Iranian military assets that Washington claims have been used to disrupt and attack commercial shipping vessels in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Delhi Police have arrested Lucknow University law student Prabal Pratap Singh and another student after an alleged disruption inside the Supreme Court on July 10. Police say Singh abused the Chief Justice of India, threw papers in the courtroom and obstructed security personnel. Investigators are examining whether the incident was pre-planned.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Wednesday that it carried out a series of drone and missile strikes targeting U.S. military installations in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait.
In a fierce defense of her nephew and Trinamool Congress (TMC) National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, party supremo Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday hit out at rebel leaders who have recently defected from the party
Two people died after a fire swept through a residential building in Noida's Mamura village, where the blaze is believed to have started while an electric vehicle was being charged. Around 50 families were evacuated, with videos showing residents crossing a temporary wooden bridge to safety. Police have detained the building owner and leaseholder as the investigation continues.
A 65-year-old woman was arrested in Karnataka after allegedly sprinkling white mustard seeds on a judge's chair in an apparent bid to influence a court verdict through 'black magic.' CCTV video reportedly captured the act, and police booked her under the Karnataka Prevention and Eradication of Inhuman Evil Practices and Black Magic Act, 2017.
A fire broke out in an empty passenger train coach at the Kaligam Sabarmati Railway Yard in Ahmedabad early Tuesday afternoon. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to control the blaze, preventing injuries or further property damage.
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