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The Gujarat ATS has apprehended five additional suspects connected to a Jaish-e-Mohammed module, uncovered while they were preparing for explosive device attacks. This group had a history of recruitment and radicalization, engaging in bomb-making training for several years. Investigators reported that they executed at least eight trial runs for explosive timers, and the ongoing investigation aims to unveil potential targets and their external affiliations.

Maharashtra's hospitality industry seeks extended bar operating hours for the FIFA World Cup Final. The association requested permission to remain open until 3:30 AM on July 20. This move aims to provide a safe environment for fans watching the global sporting event. Other states have granted similar one-time relaxations during past World Cup finals. The government's decision will impact fan arrangements and the hospitality sector's business.

Abandoned rice fields in Japan's Aso region are being restored into permanent wetlands to help refill groundwater and provide a safe habitat for frogs, dragonflies and other freshwater wildlife. The community-led project brings together local residents and researchers, showing how unused farmland can support biodiversity while helping restore water resources for the future.

In an incident highlighting political disconnect, a BJP MLA disregarded the pleas of villagers at a public grievance meeting, insisting they were not his voters. In protest, the villagers placed a child atop the MLA’s vehicle to draw attention to their pleas concerning water and electricity shortages. The striking act of dissent has taken social media by storm, with the protest video circulating widely among users.

President Donald Trump alleged China compromised American election data extensively. He claimed Beijing illicitly acquired millions of US voter files. Critics questioned these claims, citing public data availability and intelligence assessments. Intelligence agencies concluded China did not attempt to alter vote counts. The timing of these allegations raised concerns among Republicans and Democrats.

More than 40 years after the Mount St. Helens eruption buried a Washington river valley under volcanic sediment, 58 relocated beavers have helped restore the damaged landscape. Their dams and wetlands brought back native plants, fish and wildlife. However, conservationists fear a planned government project to raise a sediment retention structure could undo years of natural restoration.

Wangchuk has lost over 9 kg after starting hunger strike and his body is consuming muscles and his organs may be next, says doctor

The police said that the accused had consumed rat poison and was admitted to a hospital.

The BMC mayor rejected the clean chit given to the Garden and Roads Departments, while imposing only meagre penalties to the contractors

Mr. Thackeray said lakhs of vehicle owners, particularly from the middle class and youth, have expressed concerns over the rising percentage of ethanol in petrol

Majority of the major, medium, and minor irrigation reservoirs in Telangana are presently at, or very close to, their Minimum Draw Down Level (MDDL)

Farmers in Telangana urged to harvest rainwater, opt less water-consuming crops. Agriculture department lists alternate crops that can be taken up in the weather conditions which changed under the impact of El Nino.

Two of the three deceased are minors; the injured survivors have admitted to Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital

More than 3.45 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance to Lord Shiva at the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine till date

Mr. Wangchuk acknowledged his weakening physical condition but said his resolve remained unshaken

The meeting held in New Delhi was hosted by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval

India’s first hydrogen train is a 10-coach passenger offering. According to Indian Railways, globally the few operational or under testing hydrogen trains have 2-3 passenger coaches, making India’s first hydrogen train the longest of its type in the world.