A 63-year-old man was killed after a tree collapsed on a shop in Mumbai's Kurla area as relentless monsoon rain continued to batter the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert, warning of more extremely heavy rainfall. Widespread waterlogging, traffic congestion, tree falls and infrastructure damage have disrupted normal life across Mumbai. Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from waterlogged and coastal areas. Heavy rain alerts have also been issued for several states, including West Bengal, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Delhi, as the southwest monsoon intensifies. (PC: HT)

Security forces launched a major anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district after receiving intelligence about the presence of militants. Officials said two suspected terrorists, including top Lashkar-e-Taiba operative Zakir Ahmad Ganie, were trapped during the encounter in Chanpora village. The joint operation involved the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police's Special Operations Group. Ganie, a resident of Kulgam, is wanted in several terror cases and has been linked by investigators to the Pahalgam terror attack probe. The operation was continuing at the time of reporting, with security forces maintaining a tight cordon around the area. (PC: India Today)

Security forces have launched an intensive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district following intelligence reports about the presence of militants linked to the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The joint operation, involving the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and paramilitary forces, has led to cordon-and-search efforts across suspected locations. Authorities are conducting thorough searches while maintaining heightened security to prevent militant movement or attacks. No exchange of fire or casualties had been reported at the time of the operation. Officials said the search would continue until the area is fully cleared and secured. (PC: The Hindu)

A Delhi court rejected the fresh bail pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the alleged larger conspiracy case linked to the 2020 North East Delhi riots. The trial court ruled that it was bound by the Supreme Court of India's January 5, 2026 order, which permitted fresh bail applications only after protected witnesses were examined or one year had elapsed, whichever occurred first. The defence cited a subsequent Supreme Court ruling in the Syed Iftikhar Andrabi v. NIA case, arguing that prolonged incarceration could justify bail. However, the trial court held it had no option but to follow the earlier binding directive. (PC: Emmanual Yogini)

Scientists have identified a banyan tree in Bihar’s Munger district as the oldest accurately dated banyan tree known so far, estimating its age at around 700 years through scientific analysis. The discovery represents a significant breakthrough in dating tropical trees, a long-standing challenge because of their complex growth patterns and the absence of clear annual growth rings. Researchers believe the finding could reshape methods for studying ancient tropical trees while strengthening conservation efforts for ecologically and culturally significant heritage sites across South Asia and beyond. The landmark study provides a reliable scientific benchmark for understanding the longevity of banyan trees and highlights the importance of preserving centuries-old natural landmarks for future generations. (PC: X)

A purported Snapchat conversation involving murder accused Siya Goyal has surfaced during the investigation into the death of her fiancé, Ketan Agarwal, adding a new twist to the case. According to police, Siya allegedly asked a friend for an Aadhaar card copy to book flight tickets for a “wedding that would never happen,” raising suspicions that the booking was intended to make the wedding preparations appear genuine. Investigators are examining whether the chat was part of a planned cover-up. A court has sent Siya Goyal and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary to 14 days of judicial custody. (PC: NDTV)

The Gauhati High Court upheld a tribunal's decision declaring a man a foreigner despite his submission of 15 documents, including a PAN card, voter ID and Aadhaar. The court ruled that these documents establish identity or residence but do not conclusively prove Indian citizenship. It observed that citizenship must be established through legally admissible evidence under the relevant laws. The judgment reinforces that identity documents alone are insufficient to determine nationality in disputed citizenship cases and upholds the Foreigners Tribunal's findings. (PC: X)

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), intensifying India's crackdown on cross-border terrorism. The newly listed individuals are accused of involvement in terrorist activities, recruitment, financing, planning attacks, and supporting militant organisations targeting India. The notification aims to strengthen legal action against operatives based outside the country and disrupt networks linked to terrorism. The move also enables authorities to freeze assets, pursue investigations, and enhance international cooperation against terror financing. The government said the designations reflect its continued commitment to safeguarding national security and combating cross-border extremist threats. (PC: The Hindu)

The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has launched an inquiry into allegations of misappropriation of donations and offerings at Badrinath Dham following claims circulating on social media. BKTC Chairman Hemant Dwivedi said show-cause notices have been issued to employees involved in donation counting, and an inquiry committee has been formed to examine CCTV footage, records, and staff statements. Dwivedi also clarified that a person described online as his “personal secretary” is a regular committee employee. Authorities have assured that strict legal and departmental action will be taken if any financial irregularities are confirmed, while urging the public not to spread unverified information. (PC: India Today)

India's food safety regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has issued notices to Red Bull, PepsiCo and several other beverage companies over alleged violations in the labelling and marketing of energy drinks. The regulator is scrutinising claims, ingredient disclosures and compliance with food safety regulations to ensure consumers are not misled. Companies have been asked to clarify their labelling practices and respond to the notices. The move is part of FSSAI's broader crackdown on misleading food and beverage claims, reinforcing stricter regulatory oversight and consumer protection in India's rapidly expanding energy drink market. (PC: PTI)