Times of India

Chandrayaan-3's Chandra's Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE) achieved unprecedented in-situ temperature measurements at the Moon's south pole, revealing higher than expected surface temperatures. These findings are crucial for understanding lunar thermophysics and potential water-ice deposits, which are essential for human habitat and exploration. The research, bridging critical knowledge gaps, was published in Nature Communications Earth & Environment.

A 78-year-old woman, Rajbala Devi, died in Achharonda village after accidentally consuming acid, mistaking it for water. She had been suffering from depression following her husband's death. The incident occurred on Thursday, and while no FIR has been filed, the police are investigating the presence of the acid bottle in her home.

Nadir Shah, a gangster-turned-businessman, was murdered in front of a gym in GK-I, with several Special Cell officers nearby. The Greater Kailash police were kept from investigating, raising suspicions and questions about the involvement or oversight of the special cell.

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna sought a report from Delhi High Court Chief Justice D K Upadhyay regarding the recovery of cash from Justice Yashwant Varma's residence. The CJI will consider setting up an inquiry panel based on the findings. Justice Varma was recently transferred back to Allahabad HC.