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A horrifying double murder in Sarita Vihar has left a 35-year-old woman and her six-year-old daughter dead, their bodies discovered hidden in a bed box. Police are investigating a neighbour, an accountant, as the prime suspect, exploring a motive of rejected advances. The husband returned home to find the door locked, initiating a desperate search for his family.

Two sisters, Shobha (25) and Vimla (23), were found dead at their Jodhpur home on Friday, just a day before their scheduled weddings. They were rushed to a hospital around 4 am after their health suddenly deteriorated, but were declared dead on arrival. Preliminary investigations suggest poisoning, with the post-mortem report to confirm the exact cause.

Matthew Tkachuk made it clear Team USA will not rely on mind games against Sidney Crosby ahead of the Olympic gold medal clash with Canada. Instead, the Americans are leaning on discipline, depth, and belief after a strong semifinal win. With Crosby’s status uncertain and Canada still dangerous, the final will test Team USA’s composure and championship readiness.

Pakistan launched targeted strikes inside Afghanistan against militant hideouts, blaming the Pakistani Taliban for a recent surge in deadly attacks. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed "intelligence-based, selective operations" against TTP camps and an Islamic State affiliate. This action follows recent suicide bombings, with Islamabad warning of continued operations irrespective of location.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah vowed to remove infiltrators from Assam's electoral rolls and deport them within five years if the BJP returns to power. He accused the opposition of turning infiltrators into a vote bank, claiming they encroached on vast tracts of land.

Police said the improvised explosive device (IED) was later defused, and an FIR was registered at the Beas police station. An investigation is underway, they added.

Authorities of St Xavier’s University announced a number of new academic programmes including B. Tech degree course from 2026. The convocation ceremony saw degrees being awarded to 1052 postgraduate and undergraduate students and 25 Ph.D scholars

"The BJP government is playing with my security. I had NSG security, but it was withdrawn. The government should have disclosed why," Akhilesh Yadav said, alleging that security decisions were being politicised.

India and Brazil inked a critical minerals agreement and set a $30 billion trade target by 2030, aiming to build resilient supply chains and reduce dependence on China. Leaders also discussed UN reforms and technology cooperation, emphasizing Global South solidarity and shared progress.

Sandhya, who sustained injuries in the landslide, recently underwent a surgery at the hospital to fit the artificial limb

The arrests were made after the father of the class 7 student and the district child welfare committee lodged separate complaints at the Rajkanika police station, alleging that the accused teachers had raped the minor, a senior officer said.

Pratikur Rahaman alleged that he was being sidelined within the party and pointed fingers at CPI(M) State Secretary Md. Salim

BKU’s Tikait faction seeks clarity from the govt. on the impact of the trade deal on farmers, takes on Jayant Chaudhary; concerns unfounded: RLD; khaps discuss direct and indirect impact of deal

The success of the professional career of Connor McDavid and his wife, Lauren Kyle McDavid, is reflected in the financial empire they have created. Whether it is McDavid and his lucrative Edmonton Oilers contract and endorsement book or the growing design and hospitality businesses of Lauren, the two have a combined net worth in 2026 that can be seen as a wise investment, brand strength and long-term excellence on and off the ice.

The LoP said around 23,000 jobs were outsourced in J&K. “This decision has shattered the dreams of thousands of unemployed youth and amounts to a betrayal,” he added.