A Shiv temple in Ludhawala, a predominantly Muslim locality under the jurisdiction of Kotwali police station, was reopened on Monday with a 'havan' and Muslims showering flowers on a procession by Hindus.

Over the past decade, India has lost nearly 46,000 sq km of forest land, with Arunachal Pradesh recording the highest loss of 6,539 sq km, according to the latest India State of Forest Report. Other states with significant losses include Madhya Pradesh (5,353 sq km) and Maharashtra (4,052 sq km).

Pakistan is planning to procure 40 advanced Chinese stealth fighter jets, J-35, marking a potential milestone as China's first export of its fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The acquisition is expected to enhance Pakistan's air capabilities amidst regional tensions with India, according to the South China Morning Post.

The Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti (AKSS), an organisation representing seers, has criticised Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat for his recent statement cautioning against the rising trend of individuals seeking to become Hindu leaders by stirring temple-mosque disputes.

A letter allegedly written by medical staff regarding the injury sustained by former minister and MLC CT Ravi has gone viral. The letter states that Ravi suffered a minor head injury, which required only a simple bandage as part of primary treatment.

Anti-corruption ombudsman Lokpal has called SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch and also complainants, including TMC MP Mahua Moitra, for "oral hearing" next month in connection with corruption complaints being heard by it, alleging impropriety and conflict of interest on the basis of a Hindenburg Research report, according to an official order.

Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday apprised the Centre of the arrest of 17 Tamil Nadu fishermen and seizure of their two boats by Sri Lanka and called for quick steps for their release and the boats as well.

Describing Vartha Bharati as the “voice of the voiceless” and a steadfast proponent of truth in journalism, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah lauded the newspaper’s 22-year journey of delivering accurate and reliable information. Speaking at the release of Vartha Bharati’s 22nd Annual Special Edition, he emphasised the publication’s role in shedding light on societal issues and ensuring government accountability.