The Times of India

A disturbing video from Bihar's Nalanda district, showing a mob assaulting a woman, has sparked outrage. Opposition leaders decried the incident as a shameful breakdown of law and order, drawing parallels to the Manipur violence. Police have arrested two individuals, with efforts ongoing to apprehend others involved in the alleged gang rape attempt and public humiliation.

The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas faced a nearly three-week delay passing through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran began selective passage. The vessel, carrying 45,000 metric tons of LPG, was eventually rerouted via a less-used channel north of Larak Island, guided by the Indian Navy and escorted by warships.

India's new Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, has sparked widespread protests by removing self-identification rights. Critics argue the law replaces individual autonomy with mandatory medical certification, contradicting previous legal precedents and the Supreme Court's NALSA judgment. Activists fear this regressive move will hinder access to essential rights and services for the transgender community.

Tamil Nadu chief minister M.K. Stalin ignited his election campaign in Tiruvarur, framing the upcoming polls as a crucial battle between the state and the central government. He asserted that the BJP-led NDA aims to hinder Tamil Nadu's growth, accusing them of controlling the AIADMK. Stalin urged voters to reject the NDA, emphasizing the election's significance for the state's future.

Actor-politician Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party face legal action for alleged model code of conduct breaches during a campaign event. Police registered cases for obstructing public proceedings and causing disturbance with excessive sound systems and early gatherings. The violations reportedly led to public inconvenience and traffic disruption ahead of the upcoming polls.

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.

The BJP's Kerala election manifesto pledges a Rs 3,000 monthly welfare pension for needy women and seniors, alongside 20,000 litres of free water per household. The party also promised two free LPG cylinders annually for poor families and a Rs 2,500 monthly health card. Key development plans include an AIIMS and a high-speed rail network.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat. This facility by Kaynes Technology will produce over 7 lakh chips daily. India is strengthening its position in the global semiconductor supply chain. The nation is committed to self-reliance in manufacturing. This marks a crucial step in India's ambitious plans for the electronics sector.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged voters to support her leadership across all 294 constituencies, positioning herself as the face of the Trinamool Congress. She also alleged that the BJP is attempting to manipulate voter rolls by including individuals from other states and targeting deletions, accusing the party of acting in concert with the Election Commission.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar. He also launched a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology in Ahmedabad. This marks a significant step in India's semiconductor sector. The facility is the second such plant in the country. It supports the government's mission to build domestic chip manufacturing capacity

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited Khatima from Kashipur via road late on Monday evening. During the journey, he received a grand welcome from residents at various points along the route. At several places, people even used bulldozers to showcase their enthusiasm and strong support.

The BJP's Assam election manifesto, 'Sankalp Patra,' outlines 31 commitments focusing on indigenous rights, economic growth, and infrastructure. Key promises include investing Rs 5 lakh crore to make Assam an economic hub, strengthening law and order, and implementing a Uniform Civil Code. The party also pledges to protect land and heritage of indigenous communities and create jobs for youth.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay faces a case for alleged election conduct violations. A complaint cited the use of 30 loudspeakers and a gathering of over 5,000 people causing public inconvenience and obstructing a pathway, reportedly blocking an ambulance. Police have registered a case against Vijay and party workers.

During the joint exercise, the triservices executed coordinated amphibious assaults, maritime dominance operations and complex beach landing drills. In seamless synergy, IndianArmy, IndianNavy and IndianAirForce executed coordinated amphibious assaults, maritime dominance operations and complex beach landing drills employing Next-Generation Equipment and drones, reaffirming precision, jointness and mission-ready interoperability, the Army posted on X. It also shared some photos of the military d

Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned of a developing global petrol and diesel crisis due to ongoing conflicts impacting key energy regions. He highlighted the war in the Gulf, a major hub for energy needs, and expressed gratitude to Gulf countries for assisting over one crore Indians residing there-

At the core of the problem is a mismatch. Most of these risk calculators were designed using Western populations, where heart disease tends to occur later. In India, it strikes earlier and behaves differently the study found the average age of patients was just 54, underscoring how premature heart disease has become.

In the case of noise pollution-related violations, the bill proposes a warning for the first offence, while repeat offence will attract a penalty of up to Rs 10,000. Similarly, failure to comply with an order or contravening provisions of the Electricity Act or rules, which can currently land a person in jail for three months along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh, is proposed to be converted into a fine of Rs 10,000 to Rs 10 Lakh.

A fixed date for Parliaments meeting to discuss what are likely to be two bills, one for delimitation based on 2011 census and another for amending constitutional provisions for the rollout of womens quota in one-third of Lok Sabha and assembly seats, will convey the govts determination in no uncertain terms.