3 maoists killed in encounter with security forces

The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea for a safety audit of Air India's fleet following a crash, emphasizing it was unfair to single out one airline for safety concerns. Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi suggested that the petitioner should instead consider addressing safety issues across all airlines if genuinely concerned about passenger safety. Want More Context? 🔎

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey and five others, including Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari, were booked by Jharkhand Police for allegedly forcibly entering the Baba Baidyanath temple's sanctum sanctorum, violating restrictions during the holy month of 'Shravan.' The FIR, filed by temple priest Kartik Nath Thakur, cites concerns over hurt religious sentiments and a scuffle with police that caused panic among devotees. Want More Context? 🔎

NEW DELHI: India's defence ministry refuted a Reuters report claiming that India had paused defence purchases from the US due to tariffs imposed by President Trump, stating the reports were "false and fabricated." The ministry clarified that procurement discussions are ongoing, despite the backdrop of heightened tariffs affecting bilateral trade. Want More Context? 🔎

Sanju Samson, captain of Rajasthan Royals, has expressed his desire to leave the franchise after a mixed IPL 2025 season, potentially ending his nearly decade-long association. Aakash Chopra suggests that Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings could be ideal destinations for him, with CSK potentially trading R Ashwin back to Rajasthan as part of the deal. Want More Context? 🔎

A recent executive order by President Donald Trump allows 401(k) accounts to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative assets, broadening investment choices for retirement savers. This policy shift, supported by the private equity and crypto sectors, could lead to billions in retirement funds being funneled into high-growth, high-risk markets, despite industry caution about volatility and fees. Want More Context? 🔎

Bollywood actor Huma Qureshi's cousin, Asif Qureshi, was killed in a parking dispute in Delhi's Nizamuddin area, leading to the arrest of two brothers, Gautam and Ujjwal. The altercation, which escalated from a request to move a parked scooter, resulted in Asif being attacked with a sharp object, and he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Want More Context? 🔎