A major landslide in Himachal Pradesh’s Bilaspur district killed at least 15 people on Tuesday evening. The bus, travelling from Marottan to Ghumarwin, was buried under huge rocks near Balughat. Around 30 passengers were on board when the incident happened around 6:30 pm. Locals, police, and rescue teams rushed to the spot. An excavator was used to tear open the bus roof to rescue people. Four passengers, including two children, were saved. The injured were taken to a nearby hospital. Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief and announced compensation for the victims’ families. (PC: HT)

A woman from Meghalaya faced racism twice in one day in Delhi. First, in Kamla Nagar, men on a scooter mocked her, saying “Seng chong,” and laughed. Later, on the metro, another man called her “Ching Chong China.” She shared her experience in a heartfelt Instagram video, saying, “Only mistake is I'm born in India & look like this.” She urged people to respond with love, not revenge, and called on everyone to speak against racism. Her video sparked widespread discussion about discrimination faced by Northeastern communities in India.

Heavy rainfall hit Delhi and NCR on Tuesday evening, causing severe traffic jams. Commuters reported being stuck for hours on flooded roads. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) faced disruptions, with 15 flights diverted—eight to Jaipur, five to Lucknow, and two to Chandigarh. Airlines including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet issued advisories urging passengers to check flight status online before heading to the airport. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for parts of the city. Airport teams are working to manage the situation and ensure smooth passenger operations amid the heavy rain. (PC: HT)

The Kerala High Court has ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe alleged irregularities in the Sabarimala temple gold-plating project. Sponsor Unnikrishnan Potty, who funded the gold-plating of temple idols, had sought permission in 2019 to use leftover gold for a wedding. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) approved the project, handing over 42.8 kg of gold-covered copper plates. When returned, the weight had dropped to 38.258 kg. The court censured TDB for not informing the Sabarimala Special Commissioner. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor demanded accountability from the Kerala government over the alleged gold theft. (PC: NDTV)

Police have broken up a gang suspected of smuggling up to 40,000 stolen phones from the UK to China. The investigation began after a victim tracked a stolen iPhone to a warehouse near Heathrow. Officers discovered almost 900 more phones there. Police arrested 18 suspects, including two Afghan men and a 29-year-old Indian man, and recovered over 2,000 stolen devices. A further 15 arrests were made last week, mostly women. Authorities believe the gang could be responsible for up to 40% of stolen phones in London. Phone thefts in the city have nearly tripled since 2020. (PC: BBC)

A 72-year-old lawyer, Rakesh Kishore, tried to throw his shoe at Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai during a court session in Delhi. He said he acted after hearing the CJI’s remark on the Khajuraho temple idol case. Kishore told police, “The almighty asked me how I could rest after such an insult.” The Supreme Court refused to file charges, and he was released. Kishore also said he disagreed with the CJI’s recent speech in Mauritius about the rule of law. He added, “I feel no guilt. I was ready to go to jail for this.” (PC: HT)

The Bar Council of India has suspended lawyer Rakesh Kishore after he tried to throw a shoe at Chief Justice BR Gavai in the Supreme Court. The suspension bars him from practicing in any court or tribunal in India. Kishore shouted about Sanatan Dharma during the incident and was immediately detained. Chief Justice Gavai continued the hearing calmly. The Bar Council will issue a show cause notice, and Kishore must respond in 15 days. Leaders, including Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, Kapil Sibal, and Sonia Gandhi, condemned the act as unacceptable and a threat to the Constitution. (PC: India Today)

Severe floods in North Bengal have killed at least 24 people and many wild animals, experts said. A rhinoceros was found dead in the Jaldhaka river inside Gorumara National Park, while a baby elephant drowned in Naxalbari. Videos showed another rhino fighting the strong Torsa river current. Forest officials said elephants, leopards, and other animals were stranded or injured. Conservationists warned that young animals separated from herds may be rejected later. Wildlife groups said it is not possible to rescue every animal. Experts urged better planning and safe routes to protect wildlife during floods. (PC: The Telegraph)

At least 7 patients died after a fire broke out in the ICU of Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur on Sunday night. Families said hospital staff fled as smoke filled the ward. The fire, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, spread quickly on the second floor. Firefighters took nearly 2 hours to control it. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma ordered an inquiry into safety lapses. Doctors said most victims were in critical condition. Families alleged there were no fire extinguishers or water to fight the flames. Prime Minister Modi and former CM Ashok Gehlot offered condolences. (PC: India Today)

The Odisha government imposed a 36-hour curfew and suspended internet services in parts of Cuttack after clashes during Durga Puja idol immersion. Violence began late Friday when locals objected to loud music at Dargah Bazaar. Stones and bottles were thrown, injuring at least six people, including a police officer. Police arrested six suspects and are reviewing CCTV footage. On Sunday, fresh clashes injured more officers and journalists. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad called a 12-hour bandh on Monday. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged peace and warned that those involved in the violence would face strict action. (PC: HT)