Times of India

Bombay High Court intervened on behalf of a PG medical aspirant, Kalyani Chakrawar, who was denied participation in AIIMS Kalyani admission counselling due to a missed flight. The court deemed the case exceptional and directed AIIMS authorities to allow her in the ongoing admission process. She had an all-India rank of 119.

Nimisha Priya, on death row in Yemen, clings to hope for a last-minute pardon, with her husband Tomy Thomas appealing for forgiveness. Convicted of murdering her business sponsor, Talal Abdo Mahdi, she faces execution within a month. Efforts for her pardon include negotiations with the victim's family and the Indian government’s involvement.

A 19-year-old social media content creator, Ankur Nath, died by suicide live on Instagram in Janjgir Champa, Chhattisgarh, with 21 followers witnessing the tragic event. Attempts to save her failed, and preliminary investigations suggest heartbreak in love as the reason. Police are examining her mobile for clues.

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BSF of facilitating illegal border-crossing from Bangladesh, alleging a central government agenda to undermine her administration. She plans to address this with the Centre. The BSF refuted the claims, emphasizing their commitment to their duties at the border. Banerjee also attributed the murder of a local TMC leader to police negligence.

A madrasa manager in Shravasti named Mubarak Ali, also known as Noori, was arrested along with four others for running a counterfeit currency operation. They used a room in the madrasa to print fake notes and distributed them through Noori's wives. Police recovered fake currency, printing equipment, and other items during the raid.

The Supreme Court criticized the Enforcement Directorate for its 'inhuman conduct' in interrogating former Haryana Congress MLA Surender Panwar for almost 15 hours, resulting in his arrest at 1.40 am. The court upheld the quashing of his arrest and directed the ED to adopt more humane and reasonable investigation practices.

A 19-year-old social media content creator from Chhattisgarh's Janjgir Champa district committed suicide on Instagram live. The incident was witnessed by at least 21 followers who were unable to save her. Preliminary investigations suggest she took the extreme step due to a heartbreak. Ankur Nath's parents reported her addiction to social media and constant posting of videos.

In Bengaluru, an auto driver named Sudhakar was tricked by a recently released criminal who hired his vehicle and stole it. After diverting Sudhakar to the Banashankari police station, the man drove off with the auto, which was a gift from Sudhakar's wife.

Jammu and Kashmir’s Anti-Corruption Bureau unearthed irregularities in the 2020 Fire and Emergency Services recruitment, with 109 candidates receiving falsely inflated marks. The investigation revealed candidates’ marks manipulation and selection of officials' relatives. Allegations are under the Prevention of Corruption Act and other IPC sections.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump support H-1B visas, which are crucial for skilled foreign workers in the US. A Macquarie Research report outlines potential impacts on Indian IT firms. Proposed changes like non-employer-specific permits could present new opportunities despite challenges. The current top H-1B sponsors include Amazon, Infosys, and Google.

Three men from Jammu were found dead in a guesthouse in Bhaderwah town of Doda district due to suspected asphyxiation caused by a charcoal heater. Police and forensic experts are investigating the incident, with initial reports ruling out any foul play. A special investigation team and a medical board have been constituted for further inquiry.

Chikodi police arrested Savitri Itnale for allegedly killing her husband, Shrimant Ramappa Itnale, due to his torture for money. She killed him with a stone, dismembered the body, and disposed of the parts in separate locations. The police were led to the suspect through village inquiries and have recovered crime-related materials.

A 65-year-old man, declared dead after a heart attack, showed signs of life when the ambulance carrying his body hit a speed breaker. Surprised by the finger movement observed by his wife, he was taken to another hospital for angioplasty. He recovered and walked home on Monday.

Congress accused AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal of hypocrisy for notifying the contentious farm laws while publicly supporting farmers' protests. Kejriwal's double standards and political gimmicks come under scrutiny as he accuses the BJP of planning to reintroduce the laws. He claims the BJP's arrogance has prevented dialogue with protesting farmers, risking their safety.

The Centre has banned Nimesulide for animals after studies confirmed it is toxic to vultures. Experiments showed the drug caused kidney failure and death in vultures. Enforced under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, it raises enforcement concerns in rural areas. Experts recommend safer alternatives like meloxicam and tolfenamic acid.

Scientists from Oxford and Birmingham Universities uncovered extensive dinosaur footprints from the Middle Jurassic Period in Oxfordshire. The discovery includes trackways from Megalosaurus and herbivorous sauropods, offering insights into dinosaur behavior and interactions. The excavation will be showcased on BBC Two's Digging for Britain and featured in Oxford University Museum's new exhibition. Over 200 footprints were documented for future research.

A court in Lucknow convicted 28 individuals for the murder of Chandan Gupta during a communal clash in Kasganj in 2018. The convicts faced charges under multiple IPC sections including murder and rioting. The punishment will be announced on Friday.