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A top Lashkar-e-Taiba operative, Umer Harris alias “Khargosh,” has reportedly fled India to Saudi Arabia using a forged passport. The operative, originally from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, married under an assumed identity in Jaipur, which aided his passport application. This revelation highlights significant loopholes in India's verification systems.

Enforcement Directorate officials conducted a five-hour raid at former West Bengal education minister Partha Chatterjee's residence in connection with the school jobs scam. The action follows Chatterjee's alleged failure to respond to summons after his release on bail. The investigation, linked to a multi-crore recruitment scam, previously saw significant cash seizures.

Delhi Police have identified Babbar Khalsa International operatives Manu Agwan and Maninder Billa as chief handlers of a newly uncovered espionage-terror module. The investigation revealed a shift in ISI's recruitment tactics, targeting educated youth alongside traditional laborers. This sophisticated network facilitated arms trafficking, narco-smuggling, and high-tech surveillance, funded through a mix of illegal proceeds and UPI transactions.

Thousands of homebuyers in Haryana face years of delay as Piyush Group projects remain unfinished. Allegations suggest buyer funds were diverted for new land acquisitions, with promoters reportedly transferring project assets to family during insolvency. The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet and attached properties worth Rs 944 crore.

Ahead of West Bengal polls, Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM has ended its alliance with Humayun Kabir's party, citing concerns over remarks questioning Muslim integrity. AIMIM will now contest independently, aiming to provide a voice for marginalized communities. The move could influence constituencies with significant minority populations, potentially creating multi-cornered contests.

Congress leader Pawan Khera’s allegations that Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki, possesses multiple passports and undisclosed foreign assets snowballed into a major political row

A 36-year-old IT professional from Kerala, G S Sharanya, survived for four days alone in Karnataka's Kodagu district after getting separated from her trekking group. Enduring dense forests and unpredictable weather with limited water and no mobile network, she was eventually located by a tribal community. Sharanya emerged unharmed, showcasing remarkable resilience and a lack of fear during her ordeal.

Bhubaneswar Development Authority has partnered with Singapore-based Surbana Jurong to create a master plan for a new city spanning 800 acres. This ambitious project aims to establish a multi-economic growth zone with transit-oriented development, affordable housing, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, fostering inclusive growth and planned urban expansion for the capital.

India stands on the cusp of eradicating Naxalism, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah declaring the movement effectively dismantled. Decades of development and security operations have significantly shrunk the Red Corridor, pushing the insurgency into isolated pockets. While armed rebellion may be over, securing lasting peace through governance remains crucial.

Palmer Luckey, the VR pioneer who sold Oculus to Facebook for $2 billion, faced controversy before pivoting to defence tech. He founded Anduril Industries, a multi-billion dollar company revolutionizing military systems with AI and autonomous tech. Luckey's journey showcases remarkable reinvention and significant influence in national security.

TOI’s musical Tesseract is portrayed as a rare, deeply immersive theatrical experience that lingers long after it ends. Curated by Meera Jain, it blends ballet, technology, and storytelling to create a reflective, multi-sensory journey. Rooted in Indian ethos yet globally resonant, the production explores truth, identity, and beauty, leaving a lasting emotional and intellectual impact.

India's aviation landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from single, overburdened airports to a dual-airport model in major cities like Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. This strategic move aims to alleviate congestion, foster economic growth, and position India as a global aviation hub, mirroring international standards and preparing for a future of mass air travel.

Modern warfare has dramatically changed. Technology like AI, drones, and cyber attacks now shape conflicts. These tools offer speed and precision, altering how wars are fought and prevented. India is also adapting its military strategy to this evolving landscape. The future of conflict lies in integrating these advanced capabilities.

University of Sheffield researchers are pioneering 'smart' drug delivery systems, combining Cold Atmospheric Plasma with molecular imprinting. This innovation promises targeted chemotherapy for glioblastoma post-surgery, alongside new treatments for severe skin inflammation and fungal infections. The technology, funded by EPSRC, aims to precisely deliver drugs on demand, potentially revolutionizing medical treatments.

Microsoft has restructured its Copilot leadership, appointing Jacob Andreou as EVP of Copilot to unify consumer and commercial experiences. This move frees up Mustafa Suleyman to focus exclusively on developing frontier AI models, aiming to reduce OpenAI dependence and build cost-optimized, enterprise-specific models for Microsoft's future.

Despite the digital age, India witnesses daring real-life heists targeting large cash movements and businesses. From Delhi's Chandni Chowk to Surat's highways and Karnataka's banks, armed gangs employ deception, intimidation, and violence in carefully planned robberies, highlighting a persistent challenge for law enforcement.