Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a Pakistani citizen residing in Canada, has been extradited to the U.S. for allegedly plotting an ISIS-inspired mass shooting at a New York City Jewish community center. The attack, planned for the anniversary of the October 7th Hamas attacks, was foiled through encrypted messaging app monitoring.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a 'targeted military operation' against Iran, dubbed "Rising Lion," aimed at dismantling Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. The strikes, which targeted key facilities like Natanz and nuclear scientists, come amid escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear ambitions and stalled negotiations with the United States.
The Supreme Court declined to protect cinemas screening 'Thug Life' in Karnataka after threats from pro-Kannada groups angered by Kamal Haasan's language comments. The Kannada Rakshana Vedike threatened arson, prompting a plea for security. Justice Mishra dismissed the petition, advising theatres to "keep fire extinguishers ready" and seek help from the High Court.
An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London with 230 passengers and 12 crew members crashed after taking off from Ahmedabad at 1:38 pm. Following the tragic event, numerous celebrities expressed their support and condolences. In response to the crash, Salman Khan cancelled his scheduled appearance at a brand event in Mumbai as a gesture of solidarity.
Grandmaster SL Narayanan, the top-rated player at the Delhi International Open GM Chess Tournament, experienced a disappointing finish after a strong start. Despite aiming for victory, a series of draws against lower-rated opponents led to a seventh-place result. Narayanan reflects on the mental challenges and the importance of maintaining a strong mindset for future success in his chess career.
Following a tragic incident where passengers fell from an overcrowded local train, Indian Railways has mandated automatic door-closing mechanisms for all new rakes manufactured for Mumbai's suburban network. Existing rakes will also be redesigned to include this safety feature. This decision aims to prevent accidents caused by open doors and improve passenger safety on Mumbai's busy local trains.
A container explosion aboard the Singapore-flagged MV Wan Hai 503 sparked a major fire off Kerala's Kannur coast. Eighteen crew were rescued by the Indian Navy and Coast Guard, while four remain missing. The vessel, carrying hazardous cargo, remains adrift. Rescue efforts involve multiple ships and aircraft, as authorities work to contain the fire and prevent environmental damage.
The BCCI has introduced a new rule for junior cricketers in the Under-16 category, allowing a second bone test if the '+1 factor' makes them ineligible. This aims to ensure accurate age determination, preventing players from missing a season due to arithmetical calculations rather than scientific assessment.
In Siddharthnagar, Sangeeta Devi and her lover, Anil Shukla, were arrested for murdering Sangeeta's husband, Kannan Kumar. Sangeeta poisoned Kannan after a temple visit and, with Anil, threw his body into the Rapti river. She then filed a missing person report, but inconsistencies led to her confession. Kannan's brother had already suspected foul play due to marital issues.
Trump’s memo referred to the protests as a “form of rebellion.” By invoking the same clause Lyndon B. Johnson once used in 1965 to protect civil rights protesters in Alabama, Trump flipped the script: this time, troops weren’t defending dissent—they were suppressing it.