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Religious and social groups urge the BJP-led government to consult minority stakeholders before introducing the proposed Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly

The accused, identified as Chandraiah, has been serving as the headmaster of a government school in Srirampura. According to police, the alleged abuse had been taking place over the past year

Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals to the IPL 2026 playoffs with a win over Mumbai Indians, despite admitting areas for improvement. He explained tactical batting decisions and praised Jofra Archer and Ravindra Jadeja, highlighting his instinct-driven leadership. Parag also lauded uncapped bowlers and revealed his own mental toughness despite physical struggles.

Gold prices are expected to remain steady this week, influenced by US-Iran talks and upcoming US economic data. Silver, however, may continue to outperform due to geopolitical tensions and high crude oil prices. Investors await signals on the Federal Reserve's next policy move amidst shifting statements from Washington and Tehran.

Of 7,763 registered candidates, 61.25% sat the forenoon paper and 60.49% the afternoon paper across 17 centres; officials report no untoward incident

Decides against lodging formal objection; acknowledges BEML’s greening efforts on its Mysuru campus

Responding to allegations that Great Nicobar Island project violates forest rights, Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram cites pending court case, and bats for developing the island as ‘model of strategic frontier governance’

Rajasthan Royals secured their IPL 2026 playoff spot with a crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Jofra Archer starred with a blistering 32 off 15 balls and a vital 3-wicket spell, earning him Player of the Match. Young spinner Yash Raj Punja also impressed with two wickets.

Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) and Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) are revolutionizing naval operations and civilian sectors with their stealth, persistence, and risk reduction capabilities. Navies are investing heavily in these platforms for surveillance, mine warfare, and reconnaissance, while also finding dual-use applications in disaster response and oceanographic research.

The IPL 2026 playoff picture is complete, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals set to compete. Qualifier 1 sees RCB face GT in Dharamsala, while the Eliminator pits SRH against RR in Mullanpur. The winners will advance towards the IPL 2026 final.

A Supreme Court plea seeks a CBI probe into the "Cockroach Janta Party" and alleged fake advocates, amidst a political storm over the viral digital campaign. The group, which gained traction discussing unemployment and exam leaks, saw its website taken down. Founder Abhijeet Dipke accused the government of suppression and claimed to have received death threats.

Japan faces a growing crisis with nine million empty homes, or akiya, due to population decline, inheritance issues, and costly demolition. Tax incentives encourage owners to leave properties standing, leading to decay and potential risks for communities. Many of these vacant homes are unsellable or unrentable.

Emerging US-Iran deal details spark alarm among hawkish Republicans, who expected Iranian collapse. Instead, Iran appears strategically intact, having demonstrated leverage by disrupting the Strait of Hormuz and surviving US-Israel military pressure. This outcome has exposed fractures within Trump's coalition and emboldened Tehran's negotiating stance.