A Gauhati University student was found unconscious at an Azara homestay and later died at hospital. Police have arrested Asif Ali but say his suicide claim will be tested against evidence.
A special broadcast of Pollution Ka Solution examines the escalating air pollution crisis across major urban centres, focusing on Delhi NCR and Mumbai, where hazardous Air Quality Index levels and winter toxic smog are creating an influx of pollution refugees. Residents and professionals, including Bharat Singh Kanwal, former advocate Prashant Kalra, and fashion designer Anuradha Prasad Dhawan, detail abandoning their careers and homes to relocate to destinations like Bengaluru and Goa after severe pediatric respiratory emergencies, persistent asthma, and health complications forced their departure. The discussion highlights broader urban systemic issues such as deficient waste management, unchecked deforestation, and rising cancer and respiratory burdens among children and senior citizens, with lifestyle expert Luke Coutinho noting that dietary adjustments cannot reverse cellular lung damage caused by toxic exposure. Panellists address policy implementation challenges surrounding the National Clean Air Programme and Graded Response Action Plan, calling for year-round interstate governance, strict environmental compliance accountability, and civic participation to counter urban air quality deterioration.
Donald Trump said the US expects fresh talks with Iran this week despite rejecting Tehran's proposal on Hormuz and a ceasefire. Qatar and other mediators are still shuttling messages as both sides remain split over sanctions, nuclear concessions and the regional conflict.
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran said audiences should decide how they receive films based on darker social themes relating to rape cases. In an exclusive interview with India Today, the actor called it a "crime" to assume viewers are not ready for realistic cinema on the subject.
Former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana was briefly taken to a Kathmandu police office after a reported threat alert. The move triggered speculation over political motives, though police said it was for his security.
A 26-year-old man in Ahmedabad has accused his wife, in-laws and three others of harassment, extortion and tantric rituals. Police have booked six people and are investigating claims linked to the marriage and alleged threats.
An IndiGo flight from Guwahati suffered a tail strike during its second landing approach at Bengaluru airport. The aircraft landed safely, all passengers disembarked, and an alternate aircraft was arranged for the Bengaluru-Coimbatore leg.
Tension escalated at Lovely Professional University in Punjab as student protests over rape rumours turned violent, leading to intense clashes with the police. Protesters pelted stones, shattered vehicle window panes, and set a Punjab Police vehicle ablaze, leaving several police personnel injured, including one with a head injury. In response, police personnel resorted to a mild lathi charge before retreating to seek reinforcements from Jalandhar and Hoshiarpur. Protesters had earlier blocked the national highway for hours and ransacked shops on campus while demanding the registration of an FIR, the constitution of a Special Investigation Team, and meetings with university authorities. While university administration refuted the allegations of rape and labelled them as rumours, police registered an FIR and formed an SIT to conduct an investigation. Senior police officers on the ground confirmed efforts to stabilise the area and identify individuals involved in arson and vandalism.
Police arrested Saurabh Ram and Chhotu Ram in the Jamui minor harassment case. Their arrests have taken the total to seven after the assault video triggered outrage.
Russia struck Kyivstar's headquarters in Kyiv and claimed it also hit a Vodafone Ukraine data centre. The attacks deepened pressure on Ukraine's communications infrastructure as both sides reported wider cross-border strikes.
Pakistan will host SCO national coordinators from Monday to begin preparations for the 2027 summit. The meeting launches its chairmanship agenda focused on connectivity, innovation and shared prosperity.
S Jaishankar met Anita Anand on the UN General Assembly sidelines to discuss bilateral ties. The talks point to a renewed effort to deepen India-Canada engagement and multilateral cooperation.
Tajikistan has pitched its first-ever UN Security Council bid as a responsibility to support peace and dialogue. Its contest with India for the lone Asia-Pacific seat will culminate in next June's vote.
India enjoyed a medal-rich day at the Asian Games, with athletics producing five medals and squash adding two silvers. However, badminton endured a disappointing exit without an individual medal for the first time in 12 years, while Indian shooters remained in contention across key qualification events.
Tension escalated at Lovely Professional University in Punjab following unrest triggered by rumours of rape. Protesting students clashed with law enforcement personnel on campus, resulting in stone pelting, arson, and damage to several vehicles, including media and police vehicles. Heavy projectiles were thrown at officers in riot gear, prompting police to deploy mild lathi charge to push back crowds. Protesters torched a Punjab Police vehicle as smoke billowed across the campus. The university administration denied the allegations of rape, stating that no such incident occurred, while an FIR has been registered and a Special Investigation Team constituted. Senior police officers, including Kapurthala Senior Superintendent of Police Gaurav Toora, arrived on the ground to take stock of the situation as additional forces were mobilised across university hostels to restore order.
Virat Kohli has become only the second batter to reach 15,000 ODI runs, getting there 74 innings faster than Sachin Tendulkar. He reached the landmark in 46 balls against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.
Xi Jinping and Donald Trump held their second summit this year in the United States. The meeting produced deals on tariffs, AI and crisis communication, signalling steadier ties.
The latest violence followed unrest on Saturday night, when rumours of an alleged gang rape and a student's death by suicide drew a large crowd near the university's girls' hostel.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched 53 development projects in unauthorised colonies across five Delhi constituencies. The Rs 214.12 crore plan aims to improve roads, drainage and sewerage for around 1.75 lakh residents.
India added five athletics medals on a dramatic Sunday, with Ancy Sojan and Sarvesh Kushare winning silver, while Tejaswin Shankar, Parul Chaudhary and Harita Bhadra took bronze. Yet, the Gold remained elusive.
