Behind Captain Machchhar's Surname: The curious case of Gujarati families named after animals and insects

Supreme Court seeks explanation after trial judge offers unsolicited advice on granting bail

The Supreme Court is disturbed by a trial judge's unsolicited advice about bail jurisprudence. After rejecting a bail petition, the top court ordered the trial court to conclude proceedings within three months. The trial judge requested additional time to finish the trial and included unsolicited advice in the communication. The Supreme Court emphasised that it is not the judge's role to advise on bail matters or timeline.

Love ice cream and maths; missed both for Asiad: History-making teen archer Kumkum Mohod

Kumkum Mohod achieved notable success by winning gold medals in both individual and team archery events. She became the first Indian woman to secure an individual recurve gold at the Asian Games. Her triumph included defeating her idol, Olympic champion Kang Chaeyoung, in the quarterfinals of the competition. Kumkum's achievements also secured a quota place for India in the upcoming Olympic Games.

I'm a team player, will work as 'full back': New Punjab Congress chief Pargat Singh

Pargat Singh, the newly-appointed president of Punjab Congress, aims for a united approach despite past factionalism. He expressed respect for his predecessor, Raja Warring, and highlighted team collaboration for future decisions. Singh emphasized the need to restore democracy in the country and sees the party as a collective effort under Rahul Gandhi's leadership.

Land, rights, exams: Rahul Gandhi launches ‘Satyagraha’ as platform for protest movements

Rahul Gandhi has initiated the 'Satyagraha' program to unify diverse protests occurring throughout India. This initiative seeks to bring together stories of individuals fighting for their rights, including land and women’s rights. Gandhi encourages people to share their experiences through a dedicated website. He emphasized his responsibility to support these movements as the Leader of the Opposition. The central aim is to organize protests and facilitate collaboration among various groups.

New islands appear after Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupts

In the aftermath of last month's major eruption, satellite images show the emergence of two small islands surrounding Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait. Authorities are currently evaluating the longevity of these islands, as they may be subject to erosion. Safety guidelines have been established, recommending that individuals keep a distance of at least three kilometers from the eruption site.

Karnataka drought losses may reach Rs 60,000 crore: Dy CM Parameshwara

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced that drought-related losses may significantly increase. Assessments have been completed for many taluks, revealing substantial financial impacts due to the drought. Central teams are set to evaluate the situation in different regions across the state. Recent rainfall will not dramatically alter the drought assessments, as crop losses occurred earlier this year. The state plans to submit a final memorandum once all evaluations conclude.

Karnataka drought losses may reach Rs 60,000 crore: Dy CM Parameshwara

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced that drought-related losses may significantly increase. Assessments have been completed for many taluks, revealing substantial financial impacts due to the drought. Central teams are set to evaluate the situation in different regions across the state. Recent rainfall will not dramatically alter the drought assessments, as crop losses occurred earlier this year. The state plans to submit a final memorandum once all evaluations conclude.

Behind Captain Machchhar's Surname: The curious case of Gujarati families named after animals and insects

Captain Smit Machchhar was the pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 when a violent incident occurred. He sustained injuries after the co-pilot attacked him in the cockpit. Despite his condition, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door for crew intervention. The flight was safely diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia following the altercation. Both Indian and Israeli leaders have praised Machchhar for his actions during the emergency.

Asian Games 2026: Neeraj Chauhan wins historic individual recurve bronze after beating teammate Dhiraj Bommadevara

Neeraj Chauhan clinched a bronze medal in the men's individual recurve event at the Asian Games, triumphing over teammate Dhiraj Bommadevara with a score of 6-4 in the play-off. Dhiraj had previously faced defeat against Lee Woo Seok, while Neeraj was bested by Junya Nakanishi. This accomplishment marks Neeraj as the second Indian male to earn a medal in this category, showcasing the increasing prowess of Indian archers globally.

North Korea fires unidentified projectile toward sea off east coast: Seoul

Flydubai co-pilot attacked pilot with axe, attempted 'terrorist' attack, UAE says

The co-pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 attacked the pilot with an axe in the cockpit. He attempted to gain control of the aircraft during the incident. The United Arab Emirates prosecutor general has announced that investigations are currently ongoing. Authorities are looking into the motives behind this attack and any possible connections.