The Bombay High Court acquitted all accused in the train blasts case, deeming confessions extracted by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) as inadmissible due to "barbaric and inhuman" torture. Accusations included severe physical abuse and psychological coercion, leading the court to question the validity of the confessions. The court also highlighted procedural lapses in invoking MCOCA, further undermining the prosecution's case.
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Following Operation Sindoor, Pakistani smugglers have adapted, now deploying advanced drones that penetrate deeper into Indian territory, up to 2.5km, to deliver drugs, arms, and ammunition. BSF DIG AK Vidyarthi notes the increased precision of these intrusions. Smugglers are using Chinese drones and flying at higher altitudes to evade detection, exploiting the limitations of current Indian anti-drone technology.
The Gujarat Board (GSEB) has announced the Class 12 Science supplementary results today, July 12th, on gseb.org. Students who appeared for the Purak Pariksha in June can now check their scores online, via WhatsApp, or SMS. The provisional marksheets are available for download, with original certificates issued by schools. Passing requires 33% in each subject and overall.
The White House has refuted reports of a planned visit by President Trump to Pakistan in September. Trump is scheduled to visit Scotland from July 25-29, meeting with Prime Minister Starmer to advance trade discussions.
Ahead of the crucial fourth Test, Captain Shubman Gill backs Karun Nair. Gill emphasises Nair's importance to the team. He believes Nair needs time to regain his form. The team management trusts Nair's experience. Old Trafford's surface may suit Nair's technique. All eyes are on Nair to deliver a strong performance. The team is working to ensure strong starts.
In a tragic incident in Magadi, a seven-year-old boy died after falling from a moving school bus due to the driver's negligence. The driver, R Vinod, asked the child to close an improperly locked door while the bus was in motion, leading to the fatal accident. Vinod has been arrested for culpable homicide and placed in judicial custody.
Justice Yashwant Varma has approached the Supreme Court to quash an inquiry report that found him guilty of possessing illicit cash at his residence. He challenges the constitutionality of the recommendation to remove him from his judgeship. Varma questions the in-house procedure, arguing it violates the constitutional power of Parliament to remove judges through impeachment.
Jasprit Bumrah's impressive five-wicket haul at Lord's propelled India in the third Test, fueled by lessons learned from previous England tours. He surpassed Kapil Dev's record for most five-wicket hauls in away Tests by an Indian bowler. Bumrah expressed satisfaction with his rhythm and mindset, emphasizing his focus on continuous improvement and cherishing his Test career achievements.
A preliminary report by the AAIB reveals that a helicopter crash near Gangnani, Uttarakhand, on May 8, 2025, resulted in six fatalities. The BELL 407 helicopter, operated by Aerotrans Services, crashed while attempting an emergency landing after descending from its assigned altitude. The main rotor struck a fiber cable, leading to the accident that killed five pilgrims and the pilot.