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Prince Andrew, King Charles's brother, was arrested on his birthday at Sandringham Estate. Police took him into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest follows revelations from the Jeffrey Epstein files. Allegations suggest Andrew shared confidential UK government information with Epstein. This marks a significant moment in modern British royal history. Buckingham Palace was not informed beforehand.

Troops thwarted an infiltration attempt along the LoC in Jammu's Sunderbani sector. In a separate operation in Nowshera, a terror module was busted, leading to the arrest of a suspected associate and the seizure of a significant arms cache, dismantling a trans-border weapons racket.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah asserted his commitment against media censorship and using government advertisements for influence. He pledged to rationalize the advertisement policy for transparency, basing allocations on objective criteria like circulation and readership. Abdullah also highlighted efforts to fill thousands of vacant government posts and stressed the urgency of climate change response for the region.

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India has not joined the Board of Peace, which has been set up by Mr. Trump for the redevelopment of the Gaza Strip

LaMelo Ball's impressive car collection, valued at over $1.2 million, reflects his unique brand. From a custom Hummer EV tribute to his sneakers to a Mansory Rolls-Royce and a color-shifting Ferrari, his vehicles showcase a blend of luxury, speed, and personalized flair, making him stand out on and off the court.

Amidst Manipur's ethnic conflict and border tensions, environmentalist Anish Ahamad continues his seven-year "Save Sparrow" mission. He installs handmade nests before the monsoon, helping local sparrow populations grow despite personal risks and lack of government support. His dedication highlights coexistence as a daily practice, even when facing conflict and economic hardship.

Each one of the products reaches the customers only after passing 25 quality tests, says its Vice-Chairperson and Managing Director

The 54-year-old Ricky Andrew J. Syngkon, who represented the Voice of the People Party, suffered a cardiac arrest; he reportedly collapsed while playing football in Mawiong on the outskirts of Meghalaya’s capital

The State government has recently notified the Tamil Nadu Prisons (Release on Furlough) Rules, 2026

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan spends over half an hour watching high-energy Kalaripayattu performances at the Ponniyathangam festival, praising its growing public appeal. The event features martial arts displays, cultural competitions and musical performances, drawing enthusiastic crowds and participants from across the country.

It had earlier skipped a joint appearance with other countries at the United Nations.

Broken down by policy areas, the disapproval rates are 64% for immigration policies, 68% for domestic economic policy and 70% for international economic policy (trade, tariffs, sanctions)

Minister says autism complexes intended to prioritise individual learning and therapy of differently abled