The Economic Times

An exchange of fire between two groups in Manipur's Kangpokpi district on Monday left at least three people injured. The injured, all from the Kuki community, were taken to Imphal's Regional Institute of Medical Sciences. Tensions flared as protesters objected to their admission. Security forces used teargas to control the situation.

Two men on a motorcycle fired at a gym in outer Delhi's Paschim Vihar, linked to Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang's Anil Pandit group claimed responsibility, citing Randhawa's association with Salman Khan despite alleged warnings. No injuries were reported in the incident.

The Calcutta High Court has declined an urgent hearing for former minister Aroop Biswas. He sought protection from police action regarding chaos during a Lionel Messi event last year. Biswas failed to appear before investigators after being summoned. The court allowed his lawyer to file a petition challenging the FIR.

More than 300 fired federal employees across 43 states say the 2025 Trump administration layoffs still haunt their lives. Many remain unemployed after submitting over 100 job applications. Others now earn far lower salaries than their former federal government jobs. The new survey exposes a deep federal workforce crisis, growing mental health struggles, and fears over weakened public agencies. Former workers say the mass probationary employee firings did not just cut jobs. They disrupted careers

Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump are reportedly making significant changes to their inner circle amid fears of information leaks. Following Woods recent DUI arrest, media attention around the couple has intensified, prompting concerns about privacy. Sources suggest they have reduced staff and become more cautious about who they trust. Insiders describe the pair as paranoid of leaks, with Trump particularly wary of press coverage.

India reviewed safety of its vessels after Iranian Navy fired warning shots in the Strait of Hormuz. Officials said no targeted attack occurred and existing advisories remain unchanged. India is coordinating with Iran to ensure safe passage, as tensions and US actions in the region disrupt shipping and energy flows.

India has summoned Iran's ambassador to protest a firing incident involving two Indian-flagged ships. The Foreign Secretary conveyed New Delhi's deep concern. India stressed the importance of safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. It urged Iran to ensure the safety of vessels and resume facilitating India-bound ships. The ambassador promised to relay India's views to Tehran.

Gurgaon-based startup founders blunt decision to fire an employee via chat, citing a no-notice period policy, has sparked a wider debate about startup culture in India. The founder defended his actions, emphasising the need for high agency while downplaying the importance of traditional skills. However, many criticised the move as glorified toxicity, while others urged caution, saying more context was needed before passing judgement.