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Passenger alleges finding metal object in soft drink on flight

A SpiceJet passenger claimed finding a metal object in a sealed soft drink can during a Goa-Pune flight. Medical checks found no foreign object, and the airline assisted the passenger, covering medical expenses while investigating the incident.

After Mathura, Yamuna receding in Agra

Yamuna water levels recede in Mathura and Agra, remaining above danger mark. Hema Malini visited affected areas, distributed relief, and served food at shelter homes. Flood situation easing due to reduced water discharge from barrages.

Decongesting Lko’s Qaiserbagh: 50 m on each route from roundabout to be made no-parking zone

Lucknow officials inspected Qaiserbagh, ordering 50-meter no-parking zones, removal of encroachments, and traffic rule enforcement. Drainage repairs, bus station reorganization, and strict action against repeated traffic violations were directed to improve urban infrastructure and traffic management.

Modi, Mauritius PM set to review bilateral ties in Kashi

Modi and Mauritius PM Ramgoolam meet in Varanasi to review bilateral ties, focusing on development, technology, and blue economy. The summit highlights their strategic partnership and shared aspirations for the Global South.

Sambhal MP begins razing illegal portion of house

Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rehman Barq begins demolishing his house's illegal front portion following an SDM order. Workers dismantling 151 sq ft after paying a fine of ₹1,40,707, with full compliance to court instructions.

Maoist with ₹8 lakh bounty killed in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker: Police

A Maoist with an ₹8 lakh bounty, identified as Masa, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district. A rifle and wireless set were recovered during the post-encounter search.

Uttarakhand: 2 killed, 17 injured as bus overturns in Tehri district

A bus traveling from Ghansali to Rishikesh overturned near Nagni village in Uttarakhand, killing 2 passengers and injuring 17. Rescue teams responded, and injured were taken to medical centers for treatment.

Free poor’s land, act against bullies: CM Yogi to officials in Gorakhpur

CM Yogi Adityanath ordered officials to free poor's encroached land, act against bullies, and provide justice. During Janata Darshan, he listened to grievances, promised support for medical aid, and encouraged children's education.

Tourists from Bengal stranded in Nepal will be rescued soon: Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee assures rescue of stranded Bengal tourists in Nepal within days, urging patience and peace. She's monitoring the situation closely, emphasizing non-interference while hoping for resolution of ongoing protests and social media restrictions.

Nepal: 261 Telugu tourists stranded in strife-torn neighbouring country

261 Telugu tourists are stranded in Nepal amid violent protests, unable to leave. Authorities have tracked their locations, set up an emergency cell, and plan to evacuate them starting Thursday, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Birthday gift to wife turns tragic as new Thar plunges from showroom in east Delhi

A birthday gift of a Thar turned disastrous for Maani Pawar in east Delhi when a good luck ritual went wrong, causing the car to crash through a showroom's glass wall. Maani, who was driving, accidentally pressed the accelerator too hard while squeezing lemons. She suffered minor injuries, while her husband and a salesman were unharmed. The showroom remains closed for repairs.

Uttar Pradesh minister stages sit-in, seeks Rahul Gandhi’s apology for insult to PM’s mother

UP minister Dinesh Pratap Singh staged a sit-in protest against Rahul Gandhi, demanding an apology for alleged derogatory remarks about PM Modi's mother during a political event in Bihar, blocking his convoy with BJP workers.

2008 Malegaon bomb blast: Families of victims move HC, challenge acquittal of all 7 accused

Families of 2008 Malegaon blast victims challenge the acquittal of seven accused, including Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, in Bombay High Court. They allege procedural misconduct, disappearance of crucial documents, and claim the NIA conducted a flawed prosecution.

Delhi HC to pass order protecting Abhishek Bachchan’s personality rights, curb misuse online

Delhi High Court to issue an order protecting Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights, preventing unauthorized commercial use of his name, image, and voice, especially against AI-generated deepfake content that could cause reputational harm.

Punjab: Khadoor Sahib AAP MLA Lalpura convicted in 12-year-old molestation case

AAP MLA Manjinder Singh Lalpura convicted in 12-year-old molestation case involving a Scheduled Caste woman. Arrested after court verdict, he's the fourth AAP legislator arrested in Punjab, with eight policemen also convicted in the incident.

Manipur: Kuki-Zo body welcomes PM Modi’s visit, reiterates demand for ‘separate administration’

Kuki-Zo Council welcomes PM Modi's Manipur visit, calling it historic. They reiterate demand for separate administration, highlighting community's suffering during recent unrest with over 250 deaths and widespread destruction of homes and churches.