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A team of doctors in Chennai has pulled off what not long ago might have been put down as a sheer miracle

A fast track court in Dehradun acquitted three men who were jailed for four years on false rape charges under the Pocso Act. The court found the woman was in a consensual relationship with one of the accused and fabricated the case when he refused to divorce his wife.

Indian scientists have determined that the landing site where the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft touched down in 2023 is about 3.7 billion years old. The geological map of the site, known as 'Shiv Shakti' point, offers new insights into the Moon's history and enhances the significance of the mission.

The Supreme Court set aside the death penalty of Gambhir Singh due to inadequacies in the investigation of a 2012 murder case involving his brother's family. The court highlighted lapses by Agra police and the prosecution, noting improper evidence and investigation flaws.

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a shift towards recognizing each child's unique talents and fostering holistic development. The policy promotes stress-free learning environments and supports innovative approaches like toy-based learning and the Academic Bank of Credit. The 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' initiative exemplifies efforts to alleviate exam stress.

As the Super Bowl LIX approaches, Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce plan to gift Rolex watches worth around $22,000 to their 65 teammates if they win. Additionally, a Caribbean trip awaits the team. The Chiefs are confident in their chances against the Philadelphia Eagles, continuing their tradition of celebrating success with luxurious gifts.

According to sources, the SIT probe has revealed serious violations at every step of ghee supply, leading to the arrests.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi accused PM Narendra Modi of allowing Biren Singh to continue as Manipur CM despite violence and division in the state. Gandhi urged Modi to visit Manipur, listen to the people, and restore peace. Congress linked Singh's resignation to mounting public pressure, SC investigation, and a no-confidence motion.

Chief minister N Biren Singh's resignation led to an uneasy calm in Imphal with heavy security deployment to prevent violence. Authorities remain highly vigilant, monitoring potential clashes and setting up checkpoints. Despite past unrest, the city remained peaceful with no disturbances reported post-resignation.

Following the removal of N Biren Singh as Manipur CM, BJP is urgently seeking a new leader to navigate the state's ethnic tensions and fractured governance. Potential candidates include Yumnam Khemchand Singh, T Biswajit Singh, and T Satyabrata Singh, with decisions anticipated from BJP's central leadership in New Delhi.

Militants raided an IRB outpost in Thoubal, Manipur, looting six SLRs, three AK-series rifles, and ammunition. The attack left three security personnel wounded while additional forces managed to recover most of the weapons. A Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) militant is identified as one of the attackers.

Ed Sheeran's impromptu street performance in Bengaluru was cut short by police due to lack of permission and footpath encroachment. The incident sparked a debate on the flexibility needed for spontaneous artistic expressions, with Sheeran's team insisting they had permission, while local authorities denied any such claims.

N Biren Singh resigned as Manipur's chief minister, emphasizing the importance of the state's territorial integrity and addressing the Kuki tribe's demand for autonomy. He called for stringent action against infiltrators from Myanmar and highlighted the state's battle against drug-related issues. He praised security forces for destroying illegal poppy cultivation areas before stepping down.

N Biren Singh resigned as Manipur's chief minister following internal party rifts and pressure from the BJP brass in Delhi. His handling of the ethnic conflict and potential no-confidence motion from the opposition Congress played roles. Additionally, a leaked audio clip purportedly containing offensive remarks further undermined his position.

In Pune, a severe outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome has affected over 180 individuals, leading to six deaths. Health authorities pinpoint Campylobacter jejuni bacteria in the water supply as the cause. Residents in affected areas struggle with contamination, with many reliant on unpurified well water.

Durgappa, a 68-year-old murder convict, was released from Kalaburagi central jail after paying a court-mandated fine of Rs 1.1 lakh using his earnings as a prison cook. His release came earlier than expected due to good behavior, avoiding an additional 18 months in prison.

Hyderabad police arrested Kilaru Kirti Teja, 29, for the brutal murder of his 86-year-old grandfather Velamati Chandrashekara Janardhan Rao over a property dispute. Teja, who recently returned from the US, allegedly stabbed Rao over 70 times, driven by anger over property division and lack of respect from family members.

The Paschim Banga Cha Majoor Samity, a union of tea garden workers has demanded immediate withdrawal of the Land Diversion Policy that allows 30% of tea plantation land to be used on a freehold basis for tourism and other industries